"People love the fall. Seriously, whether you're team pumpkin spice or not-it's just that crisp, still pleasant time of year that makes people feel cozy and calm. Or, not. Because the dark side of autumn is just that: The days are getting shorter, the year is nearing its end, and winter is coming. In fact, October is rather infamous for being a time of year when people begin to burn out."
"What causes fall burnout? Part of the burnout just comes down to the time of year. We all know that the darkness of winter can severely affect people's mood and sleep patterns. And fall is the beginning of that. But it's also a very busy time of year. After enjoying the lazy days of summer, you can enter September a bit rejuvenated. But like any post-holiday high, that only lasts so long."
Fall brings shorter daylight, looming year-end, and a cluster of responsibilities that drain energy and motivation. Seasonal light loss begins to alter mood and sleep, producing a gradual decline in well-being. The return to school and a string of holidays and obligations intensify time pressure and social demands. Early autumn rejuvenation often fades into a prolonged middle-phase fatigue when many goals remain incomplete. Symptoms include persistent tiredness, memory fog, irritability, and physical signs of burnout. Awareness of the seasonal pattern and deliberate adjustments to expectations and routines can prevent or reduce fall burnout.
Read at Psychology Today
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