"But today, there's an additional layer of problems that our parents didn't face, rooted in our rapidly growing population, consumerist culture, and the resulting global crises," explains Passaler. "I grew up in a world that, while far from perfect, seemed to have a sense of predictability, a global order of sorts. Now, it feels like that order is unraveling."
"Not only do you have the physical changes like the earlier darkness that comes with daylight savings, which contributes to lower mood and energy, but the mental load this time of year is also so high. You are managing different family gatherings, attending school programs, thinking about gifts to give loved ones, teachers, etc. ... and let's not forget we're in the thick of sniffle and cough season, resulting in kids staying home from school and parents needing to rearrange schedules," says Smith.
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