Does the weather effect your mood ?

@greenline (14838)
Canada
October 17, 2010 4:39pm CST
In the region where I live, the weather changes very fast. One day it may be bright and sunny, and all of a suddenly, it could become so dark and gloomy the next day. I certainly feel very depressed when I have to be driving to work in that kind of gloomy weather condition. Does the weather change very quickly where you live ? Does the weather effect your mood ?
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• India
18 Oct 10
The weather here doesn’t change that fast … in fact its summer most of the year, even in the monsoons its very hot and humid, so I’m kind of used to it. Nevertheless, I really don’t feel like doing anything during the monsoons…the rains coming down in sheets…the skies all dark and foreboding, the wind lashing and the sound of thunder, all somehow manage to make me yearn more for nature… I feel like going away somewhere where in can enjoy the monsoons better… I don’t enjoy staying confined in my office.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
Yeah, I see what you mean. When the weather gets harsh, one gets stuck indoors. Monsoons can be very strong at times, right ? Very dangerous to stay outdoors at that time !
• India
18 Oct 10
Yes, weather do effect my mood.When whether is pleasant you enjoy alot, you feel like going out for a drive and have fun. But when its very hot you dont feel like going outside at all, just want to sit under air conditioner. but rainy season is the only time i enjoy most.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
When the rain comes, things get cooled down, making it comfortable, right ? That would be more pleasant than in the summer time, I presume.
@ip5217 (1655)
• Philippines
18 Oct 10
Definitely yes. If it's raining I don't feel like going out. I can be a couch potato during these days. I don't feel like moving. When the weather is extremely hot, I tend to become more irritable and impatient.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
So, in the summer, it gets extremely hot ? Yeah, that can be almost unbearable, I suppose. One would then be looking forward for the rain to come !
@gaiza12 (4884)
• Philippines
18 Oct 10
Weather does affect my mood. When i went to work early today the weather was bright and i really feel like walking a few blocks to ride a jeep in going to work, at least i can have a few exercise. My mood was very nice when i came in to work. Now that my shift is ending, the weather changed due to the upcoming typhoon that will be hitting our country today. And i really didn't feel like finishing work already. I wanted to go home right away as sleep but i really can't i still have a lot of things to do :(
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
Yes, I see the news reports on the TV about typhoons in the Far East. That is extremely strong and very dangerous, indeed. Here in North America, there are hurricanes, very disastrous, at times.
@titachut (21)
18 Oct 10
Actually here in the Philippines, during June to November is rainy season. We usually cancel our flights or most of the time, do not book flights whenever we want to go to other places by plane or by ship. But regarding my mood, of course, rainy days are not so so good to me because it represents gloomy and sick-like mood. It is psychological but i think rainy days for me is cancellation of feel good activities!
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
I see what you mean. When the weather if not good, traveling by plane won't be pleasant at all, especially at the typhoon time, right ? I see the news reports on the TV some times.
• Singapore
18 Oct 10
It definitely does. In Singapore, with no distinct seasons, Weather types are limited. Either Extremely hot sun, pouring rain, clear sky etc. One minute we can be out doing outdoor activities, the next will be sky covered by dark clouds and looking as if its gonna be a heavy downpour. When its too warm and humid, it makes work a chore, when it is pouring out there, it makes me unmotivated to do anything but sleep and laze around. To me the best weather to have is one where Sky is clear with moderate amount of clouds.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
So, the weather there in Singapore keeps changing hour-to-hour ? I have been to Singapore three times, and I remember it rains just about every evening. Really amazing ! But, it does not get very hot in the course of the day, like in Bangkok.
• United States
17 Oct 10
Yes. a great rainstorm takes my breath away. I prefer a grey day to a very sunny day , save when I have something outside planned. I love how the shy is dark and inside you need to use electric light.I love hearing the sound of rain and as long as I have a umbrella and my rain bonnet I love walking in the rain too!
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
15 Sep 11
Hi Sarah. How are you ? "Just Walking in the Rain" ! I remember that song. Very enjoyable walking in the rain. Brings back all the beautiful memories too.
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• United States
16 Sep 11
Last week I got caught up in a rainstorm. I had to wait for an hour in a downpour! I love rain but this was a bit much!
@jillhill (37354)
• United States
17 Oct 10
A little but not the way it does some people! LOL...rain or snow I love..because then I stay at home and do my crafting things...sunshine makes me full of energy. I like almost any weather...but change my adgenda accordingly!
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
15 Sep 11
Oh, that is excellent. So, you are very flexible and can change your agenda accordingly ! It is very good that you have a positive attitude to the changing weather conditions.
@se7enthbird (8307)
• Philippines
17 Oct 10
i am from a country that has only two season, the wet and the dry season. so when it rains i do really enjoy to lay down and sleep har har har. mostly it is extremely hot that drains your energy. although i drink water a lot still sometimes you wish for rain. today the news said that a storm is coming so it is rainy and i just want to sleep all day. so my response is yes it affects me.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
15 Sep 11
So, rainy day is the sleeping time for you ! That's nice. So, rain gives the opportunity to relax. Yes, I have heard about storms and typhoons often in the Far East. That can be very dangerous , right ?
@thaMARKER (2503)
• Philippines
17 Oct 10
most of the time. if i have somewhere to go and it's raining, i don't like it 'cause i don't know how to walk with the rain pouring.. i like it when it rains actually but thats only when im on my bed. i don't like sunny days. i hate being under the sun. whenever i am sweating, it mostly irritates me.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
15 Sep 11
For me too, heavy rains make it difficult to walk outside. If it gets very windy, that makes things much worse.
• Philippines
17 Oct 10
Not so much. I'm happy whenever it rains. I like rainy days. When it's sunny, I usually frown because I do not like the sun. But I'm still in my best mood even it is sunny. Work affects my mood more. haha. Especially when I get stressed out and get scolded for something I was not liable for.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
15 Sep 11
Oh yes, that I can understand. Work can affect the mood very much. I can sense you are a very conscientious worker. I am sure that is valued in your work place. Good luck to you !
• United States
17 Oct 10
I believe for some the weather can affect how they go through the day. The sun does give us nutrition through its rays as well as energy. On the days of rain we are also given another type of energy, the rain clears the air, some don't realize this. Darkness can affect the human mind into thinking it is a bleak day. Me I like to play in the rain as long there isn't much lightning.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
15 Sep 11
Very good that you enjoy playing in the rain. Yes, I suppose, it is all a matter of getting adjusted and getting used to changing weather conditions.
@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
18 Oct 10
Sometimes. When it is too hot i feel lazy to go out and i don't like going out either. I prefer to stay home and do useful things like doing some handicrafts or updating my kids album. When it is cloudy i like going out and do some grocery and shopping or walking in the park. Climate change,sometimes really affects my mood and activities.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
Weather conditions are quite different in different parts of the world, indeed. Clouds prevent the extreme heat to some extent. Yeah, outdoor activites have to change depending on the weather conditions.
• Australia
18 Oct 10
YES, the weather does affect my mood. and yes it does change very quickly here. if its raining and overcast outside i tend to get a little depressed as in there is nothing to do as i am a very outdoorsy person... when the sun is shining i seem to enjoy my days alot more
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
Here too, when the weather does not permit, one cannot get outdoors. I like going out to the park and go jogging in the evenings after I get back home from work, to get refreshed. But, on days when the weather is bad, I just have to stay stuck in the house.
@jwfarrimond (4473)
18 Oct 10
No, not really. I'm in Britain and the weather can change from bright and sunny to overcast and rainy and then back to bright and sunny all in a few hours. We just take it as it come usually.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
Oh I see. So, the weather there changes hour-to-hour there ! of course, one gets used to it as it comes.
@dodo19 (47050)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
17 Oct 10
I do think that the weather can affect your mood. I do find that sometimes the weather does affect my mood and how I'm feeling. It's sometimes a little strange how the weather can really have an effect on someone's mood.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
15 Sep 11
Yes, indeed. Dark and gloomy weather conditions very much affect the mood. Getting used to it helps a bit, but still very unpleasant, in some ways making things very inconvenient too.
@JenInTN (27514)
• United States
19 Oct 10
Sometimes. Usually through long periods though. If there are long periods of gloom..I do get a little down. I can usually handle a couple of days.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
Hi Jen. How are you ? Yeah, cloudy and gloomy for many days would be pretty depressing, for sure. The day the sun comes out is the chance to go out and enjoy ! Have a nice day !
• Philippines
21 Oct 10
The weather changes quickly in my country as well... Especially this year. There's the summer but all of a sudden it's raining! Then it's super hot the whole day then raining in the evening. Sometimes, evenings are very warm you can even catch yourself sweating while sleeping. But today, I woke up to hearing some raindrops on our roof. Typhoon must be out of our country by now but the rain is still continues... Yes, weather can affect my mood in some ways. I love cold weathers. It reveals out the poet in me that I am able to write more poems and songs and novels. On the warm days, I get easily irritated and always wanted to be alone! Hahaha... The cold weather makes me hungry all the time, it increases my eating habit as well as sleeping - that's the only thing I hate about cold weather coz it makes me gain more weight!!!
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
16 Sep 11
That is very interesting how you describe the weather. Yes, I can sense, you can write beautiful poems, songs, and novels. Would the weather conditions influence the type of poems and songs you write ? That could be interesting too !
@blueblink (246)
• Philippines
17 Oct 10
For me,weather has little effect in my mood. But most of the person in our place are greatly affected by weather change. happy mylotting
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
15 Sep 11
I suppose you are pretty much used to the changing weather conditions in the place you live. Well, that is goo for you. So, you can manage to carry on normally.
@loktibrad (107)
• Slovak Republic
17 Oct 10
Here where I live the weather change for period of couple days. When it comes to sunny ones than I feel realy optimistically but when it falls under the clouds for the whole week it can get me realy sadly thinking and sometimes even depressed. Maybe there should be something to compensate this weather cycle for people.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
15 Sep 11
Yeah , very depressing , isn't it ? When it gets dark and gloomy, that really affects my mood too.