Summer Vibes 2020 - 5 things to do before Summer ends

According to a survey done by Leger and the Association of Canadian Studies, 50% of the Canadian respondents answered - "Yes, 2020 is the worst year".

South of the border, the number is even higher!

The 3 major factors that led to this are, death of a loved one, stress and anxiety, and finally depression.

Keeping this in mind, here are my 5 tips for things to do before summer's end which will not only boost your mood, but also help with keeping you active.

"Yes, 2020 is the worst year" - Canadian survey results

Let's break this cycle:

Aliya's top 5 things to do before summer ends

1. Visit friends. Get out there and meet with your friends. If you enjoy teas and coffees and dining out, then visit the trendy restaurants/cafes you always wanted to go to. This way, you'll be altering your mood as well as supporting local places at the same time. Of course, ensure that you are following the proper social distancing measures.

2. Go for a physically distanced hike. Enjoy the summer sun and heat especially if you are in Canada. The hot summer days are hard to come by after September. The hikes will help you stay active and the fresh air will help boost your mood.

3. Find a water body and relax. The sound and sight of water can be very soothing especially during these times when most people are stressed. Canada has 31,752 lakes; find one and relax there.

Lake Minnewanka - Summer 2020

4. At-home workouts. Working out for that summer bod went out the window when COVID started. However, keeping fit and active is essential to boost our immune system. Work out at home. Do that dance routine you always wanted to or learn those yoga moves to be flexible. No matter what you do, just keep moving.

5. Flowers and all things pretty. Enjoy the fresh flowers that bloom during this season. You could plant your own garden, or just like I do, get a subscription for fresh flower delivery. Express yourself with the colors and even better, use them as centerpieces especially when throwing your backyard barbecues at home.

There are definitely many more things you can do during summer depending on what you like. Just make sure, you keep safe. Now go on....get out there and have fun!

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