Oh, spring! The time of the year when flowers bloom, there are bright colors everywhere, and perfect weather. Many people look forward to the arrival of spring because they love to go out, walk among the flowers and feel in touch with nature. Others, on the contrary, come to feel melancholy or lack of energy. Why does this happen? Today, we are going to learn about spring and the physical and emotional changes that come with it. Keep reading!
Physical and emotional changes in spring
According to the psychologist and therapist Elisenda Pascual, the spring alters the nervous system. The increase in daylight hours and temperature causes our body to begin to produce more hormones, having a direct and notable effect on our state of mind.
These effects do not manifest in all people, nor are they the same in all. It also depends on the emotional state in which we find ourselves and our day-to-day experiences. But what kind of changes can we experience with the arrival of spring?
More joy and excitement
Spring can make us feel more positive and energized. We want to go out, meet up with friends, walk through the parks, or take a getaway to the beach or the countryside. The reason behind this is the release of serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin, all related to happiness, pleasure, and stress relief.
Tiredness or listlessness
On the contrary, you may experience totally opposite sensations, such as tiredness, lack of energy, or failures in your memory. We may feel like we need more sleep, and we may feel down. These feelings are due to changes in our blood levels and hormones, caused by alterations in temperature and sunlight.
To counteract this, you can drink juices or citrus drinks, exercise or play sports, meditate or do some activity that relaxes you and, above all, be patient. Psychologists also recommend doing something for yourself, whether it’s watching your favorite movie, or having a comforting cup of chocolate. Chocolate, due to its high cocoa content, helps us increase our energy and lower stress levels. In addition, it has amino acids that favor the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that leads to a nerve signal that produces happiness and pleasure. Just make sure it contains at least 70% cocoa in order to reap all the benefits. Chocolate Ibarra is a genuine chocolate, which you can prepare in different ways, according to your whim. Check out our recipe section for delicious inspiration.
Fortunately, these symptoms do not last forever, as our system quickly adapts to changes. Just so you know if these are persistent, or they last too long, you can ask for professional help. We all may need it at some point.
Acne breakouts or skin changes
Spring is also associated with various skin disorders. In fact, acne and dermatitis are more frequent at this time. Why? The hours of sunshine and the change in temperature cause your skin to become more reactive. The sebaceous glands get more active by heat and sweat, and if we mix them with the impurities accumulated during the day, you have the magic recipe for pimples and blackheads.
To avoid annoying pimples, keep your face clean and avoid touching it with dirty hands. Drink enough water and exfoliate every 7 or 10 days, and always remember to use sunscreen.
As you can see, spring does not always mean joy and vitality. We all adapt in different ways and at other times, so be patient and practice self-care.