Longing for Summer

Longing for summer… It isn’t over yet, and we already feel a shadow of sadness creeping in. The end of summer often brings a wave of melancholy for many. Long, bright days turn into shorter, cooler ones, and the sense of freedom and ease tied to summer months begins to fade. This transition can trigger feelings of sadness, even a sense of loss.

In many ways, longing for summer is symbolic. We grieve not only for the season but for our own past—childhood, youthful years, or moments of carefree joy.

Unfinished plans and unfulfilled summer hopes—missed vacations, postponed trips, the absence of change, separation from loved ones—can make the farewell to summer feel even heavier.

All of this can result in psychological discomfort, low mood, psychosomatic symptoms, and even physical decline.

To cope, let yourself experience these feelings through creativity, body care, added activity, or caring for someone else.

How to help yourself through the sadness of summer’s end

• Accept the emotion
  Feeling sad about summer ending is normal. The first step in processing any emotion is to recognize and acknowledge it. It is a natural reaction to change and transition.
• Channel your emotions into creativity
  Paint, embroider, bake pies, make jewelry, write poetry, arrange flower bouquets, or create art with pressed leaves. Creative expression can be a powerful way to process emotions.
• Capture the last days of summer
  Take photos—sunsets, landscapes, small activities. These images can serve as reminders of joy and warmth during colder months.
• Create warm memories
  Plan gatherings, capture flavors, collect impressions. If you can do even one of the things you wished for, don’t postpone it. Gratefully use every opportunity. Warm August days are perfect for meetings and walks outdoors.
• Keep a journal
  Write about your feelings. Describe what summer means to you and why its ending affects you. Draw alongside your writing if you can. This process may help you understand your emotions better and even bring new personal insights.
• Practice mindfulness
  Feel the warmth of the sun, listen to the sounds of nature, enjoy the taste of fresh summer fruit. Stay present. Living in the moment helps you appreciate what you have now, easing anxiety and longing for what has passed.
• Plan for the future
  Even minimal planning—like pleasant activities for autumn—can ease sadness. Having something to look forward to makes moving forward easier.

Change is a natural part of life.

Remember that your loved ones may also be feeling similar emotions. Be gentle with yourself and others. Take care of your own well-being and offer support to those around you.

It is normal to feel sadness when summer ends. But if you channel those emotions into creativity, you not only honor and process them in a healthy way—you also move forward with positivity and anticipation for what the next season will bring.