Summer makes us feel better. It’s science.
Sure, where I live on the Gulf Coast, it gets fiery hot, and humid. There is hurricane season to take into consideration. Mosquitoes will feast on you. But never mind all that. Going outside and feeling some sunshine on your face and breathing some fresh air will boost your mood.
Sunshine makes a positive impact. Summer feels less stressful as we move into a more leisurely pace of life. Put on some Beach Boys tunes and it’s an instant mood elevator. Happy vibes everywhere. The boys of summer have brought us happiness since the 60s.
Summer months give us the longest daylight hours. Scientific evidence shows that the amount of light we are exposed to during our waking hours impacts our bodies. A scientist with the National Institute of Mental Health studies light and circadian rhythms. His team established a link between light and…
