Back to School Blues? More Like Back to School Muse

19 Jul 2024
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Ann

Remember that bittersweet cocktail of emotions that hit every year right around late summer? The one where you'd simultaneously mourn the lazy days of sunshine and feel a strange pull towards freshly sharpened pencils? Yeah, that's the "back-to-school" feeling, and it's a universal language regardless of whether you're actually *in* school or not.

There's something about the changing seasons, the smell of crisp air, and yes, even the commercials for new backpacks that ushers in this period of reflection and, dare I say, reinvention. It's a collective societal reset button, a chance to hit refresh on routines (or the lack thereof), and maybe even try on a new persona. It's like New Year's, but instead of sequins and champagne, we have new notebooks and the promise of pumpkin spice *everything*.

Now, whether your "regreso a clases" (return to school) involved actual classrooms or not, the sentiment transcends those hallowed halls. It's about embracing the spirit of learning, curiosity, and maybe even allowing yourself to be a little bit vulnerable as you step into a new chapter. And while the calendar might not always align with our personal timelines, there's something to be said about leaning into this collective energy.

So, how do we navigate this unique time of year, embrace the back-to-school energy, and maybe even use it to our advantage? Well, first, we need to ditch the outdated notion that this time is just for kids. It's time to reclaim "back-to-school" as a universal experience, one that celebrates personal growth, intellectual curiosity, and yes, even a little bit of indulgent nostalgia.

Think about it: When was the last time you truly allowed yourself to dive deep into something new? To approach a subject with childlike wonder, unburdened by the fear of "not getting it right"? This is the energy we need to channel, the permission slip we need to sign (figuratively, of course) to embrace this time of year.

Now, let's talk strategy. How do we actually *do* this "back-to-school" thing as grown-ups who haven't seen the inside of a locker room in years? The key is to reframe the concept. It's not about literal school supplies and permission slips; it's about setting intentions, carving out time for learning and exploration, and maybe even giving ourselves permission to indulge in a little bit of that back-to-school shopping spree (new stationery, anyone?).

Think about what you've always wanted to learn but felt too intimidated, too busy, or too "adult" to pursue. It could be anything from learning a new language to finally mastering the art of sourdough bread baking. The point is to choose something that sparks your curiosity, something that makes you feel a little bit like that excited kid with a brand-new backpack full of possibilities.

So, as the leaves start to turn and that familiar back-to-school feeling settles in, let's ditch the nostalgia-tinged melancholy and embrace the opportunity for personal reinvention and growth. After all, who says learning has an expiration date?

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