3 Tips for Transitioning Out of Summer.

By: Gabby F.

Sometimes we all need a lil push.

If you’re anything like me, you have a tough time adjusting to the Fall season after basking in the glorious sun and good vibes of Summer. It wasn’t until I was today years old and in the shower that I thought about how preparing for the upcoming season could probably take away some of the dreadfulness of it.

This is the season when we’re all going to be worried about how to make money. The summer’s over, and so are our summer spending budgets. It’s time to prepare for the holiday season (especially Christmas) EARLY. If you’re in the midst of looking for a job, I highly recommend you start sending out those applications and making those follow-up emails and calls today, because the onboarding process for any place takes an unpredictable amount of time. You don’t want to get yourself caught up unproductively waiting on these opportunities.

Fall and Winter are the coldest seasons we have in New England. You’re going to have the urge to get away from that brick wind and multicolored snow. I know you will. This is your prime time to start planning ahead for that weekend getaway, week or so vacation, or whatever type of escape you might have in mind. Start by figuring out who you want to go with. Is it a dolo trip? Did you want to bring a group of people? (If so, make sure it's people who will make the plans reality and not just a cute idea in a group chat). And just like your general finances, make sure you’re putting away money to live ya best life!

Mental health is something that should be planned for year-round, but especially in the colder, cloudier months. The Fall/Winter season consistently does a number on my mental health, and after talking about this with my close circle and reading people’s posts on social media, I know it’s a widespread issue. You can refer to my previous SBS x GF post where I shared a few books that could assist you in your mental health journey.

In addition, there are other free mental health resources like 7Cups, the MoodKit app ($4.99), and the What’s Up? A Mental Health App that you can access from your phone or computer. There is also a website by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration that has a search bar where you can put your city and state and it shows you where to access free mental health treatment in your area. On that same page, toward the bottom you will see the Find Treatment heading which will allow you to search for a substance abuse treatment center nearest you should you need it.

This might seem like a drag, but YOU are worth doing this homework. It’s key to experiencing a better life.

Love and light,

Gabby F.