4 ways to deal with the September Scaries

4 ways to deal with the September Scaries4 ways to deal with the September ScariesUnless youre an extreme pumpkin spice latte enthusiast and all-around summer hater, youve probably experienced the September Scaries.Unlike the Sunday Scaries, which roll in every week around 7 p.m. on Sunday, September Scaries hit (thankfully) only once a year as chose draws near. Theres just something about September that feels daunting and draining. This exact sentiment may have led to a Grammy for Greenday, whose song Wake Me Up When September Ends appeared on their award-winning album.September Scaries are especially real for those who are still in school, returning to the world of homework and research papers. But, adults who work all year round arent immune to the September Scaries.Even at full time office jobs, summer feels a little mora easy going than fall. Maybe youre lucky enough to get summer Fridays, or maybe people in your office are just more likely to spring for a three day weekend. Whe n the summer state of mind is in full swing, things seem to be more lax.However, summer doesnt last forever, and things start to feel a whole lot different as summers ending.Coping with September ScariesBefore the September Scaries get you completely down, follow these 4 tips for coping.1. Remember the positives of fallThink about fall things that make you happy. Apple picking, spiked cider, pumpkin pie, less sweaty commutes, elaborate Halloween costume planning, thinking about your dogs rolling around in fallen autumn leaves - whatever gets you feeling excited.You can even make a Septemberbucket listfull of simple little things youd like to do, see, eat, and drink. Then, use that excitement to counteract the dread you feel about Augusts end.2. Plan something to look forward toThis is another method to counteract your dread with excitement Planning something fun for the end of month can give you something to feel enthusiastic about, even for a time that youre feeling less than enth used about. If youre feeling down, you can get a lift thinking about what youve planned and how fun it will be.This can be anything from a big night out with your friends to an intimate dinner party to along weekend getaway. Options are endless, even without summer weather and beaches.3. Use the time of change to your advantageSeptember is a transitional time. Maybe this is your excuse to try out a new haircut, dye your hair a different color, or treat yourself to a couple new pieces for your wardrobe (because, you know, no white allowed after Labor Day). Hey, if school supply shopping welches one of the only things you enjoyed about going back to school way back when, you can even buy yourself some new desk supplies for your office.Of course, keep reminding yourself thatchange can be a good thing- and it certainly doesnt always have to be scary. Plus, youve already survived past Septembers. You got this4. Indulge in extra self-careFinally, allow yourself to feel whatever emotions youre feeling. Suppressing your feelings wont help. Confide in a trusted friend or family member, and you may find out that theyre feeling the exact same way you are.You can journal to put your thoughts on paper, keep track of your moods, write down things youre grateful for, and everything in between. Take extra long baths, meditate, work on some mantras, get yourexercise fix, whatever stress-reducingself-caremethods works best for you. Your body and soul need that extra TLC.In the end, its simply another monthFollow these tips and youll be a pro at fighting the September Scaries. Remember, youve made it through these scaries before Oftentimes, the things we dread end up being nowhere near as bad as we thought theyd be. Youve made it through September before, and you can make it through again.Plus,next summerwill be here before you know it.This article was originally published on Talkspace.com.