If you love fall like I do, you sure know there’s something special about this season. Yes, I’m a Gilmore Girl. I can’t help but romanticize the falling leaves, Thanksgiving season, cardigans, and the inevitable nostalgia. If Taylor Swift were a season, she would undoubtedly be autumn.
Having said that, today I bring you The Ultimate Fall Bucket List so you can experience this season in an organized way with goals to achieve. Yes, I’m a Virgo, how did you guess? 😉
It Feels Like Fall: How Seasonal Scents Affect Your Emotions
According to American Family Care, the fall season brings its own unique challenges. Fall is a time of transition, with kids going back to school, the weather becoming less welcoming and the end of the year approaching, it can be a stressful time for many.
The transition from summer to fall weather can bring about a range of emotions; for some, it may lead to feelings of sadness or depression. This phenomenon, known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), is linked to decreased natural sunlight during the fall and winter.
Reduced exposure to sunlight can disrupt our body’s internal clock and affect the production of critical mood-regulating neurotransmitters like serotonin and melatonin. In addition to the biological factors, the change in scenery and daily routines can also impact mental health. The shift from outdoor activities and social gatherings to indoor, often more isolated, settings can contribute to feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Colors Psychology
According to Color Psychology, color psychology is the study of how colors affect your behavior, mood, and impression of others. Research shows that colors can greatly affect our moods and the way other people respond to us. Amazingly, colors can even change our heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration.
When it comes to communication, color is unbeatable. Unconscious or otherwise, color can evoke emotions, inspire reactions, and change modes of thinking. It can excite or soothe your mood, raise or lower your blood pressure, and even whet your appetite! Whether it’s innate or learned, it’s undeniable that color has a vital impact on how we go about our lives.
We feel color. How or what we feel about it varies from person to person. Some colors give us a sense of serenity and calm; these usually lie within the blue side of the spectrum, which consists of purple and green, also known as the cool side. Others induce rage and make us uncomfortable, or signify passion; these lie within the red spectrum-which includes orange and yellow, known as the warm side.
Here’s The Ultimate Fall Bucket List
So… Fall-lovers, this one’s for you! Here are some ideas for staying active during fall and enjoying this lovely season. Be creative, These are just a few ideas to help you think of new ways to enjoy this new season. The options are endless!
1. Take a daily nature walk
Enjoy the colorful foliage and crisp air in a local park or trail. Also, walking is incredibly beneficial to our overall health 🙂
2. Have a picnic
Pack some warm drinks and snacks for a cozy outdoor meal. Invite family or friends and make it a fall party!
3. Collect fallen leaves
Gather colorful leaves for crafts or to create a seasonal display at home. PRO TIP: You can also add them to your compost—they’ll become nutrient-rich soil in a few months.
4. Visit a pumpkin patch
Pick out pumpkins for carving or decorating with your family! Your kids will adore this activity 🙂
5. Stargaze on a clear night
Wrap up in blankets and observe the autumn constellations.
Focus on Your Wellness This Season
Seasonal changes are great opportunities for new beginnings. Starting this time with organization and stability will help us stay calm and balanced.
So in this new season, I encourage you to follow your bucket list to find your best self. Remember, the best version of yourself is always the one you are willing to give. And, as always, there is a community here ready to help you. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us. You got this!
Happy fall, everyone 🙂
