10 Ways to Enjoy the Sun this Summer

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In tropical countries it is always easy to enjoy the sun because all year round it is just either sunny or rainy, but mostly sunny, so seeing the sun shine in is as easy as going out even in the most menial tasks of the day. But, what if you are in places with four seasons? You still have to to enjoy the sun, cause after all it is your summer, make the most of it!

To keep it real, compile a to-do list posted on your fridge. Here are some of my suggestions on how to enjoy the sun this summer :

1. Eat outside.

Yes to picnics and some skewers or barbecue lunch outside. Bring the entire family or with some friends, a small picnic with a big blanket, straw hat, a basket of fresh bread and fruits in the late afternoon is always fun. You can also bring your favorite book and spend some time reading, for me I would like to write something, I'm sure we can find a lot of inspiration to write about. Doing something new to do is refreshing!

2. Get on or in the water more.

I find that quote online and I am taking these words to heart. This summer, let us go to the beach and enjoy the sea, or the lake or river near you and let the water wash away the stress of the day. Just by watching the horizon and hearing the waves play is a delight itself.

3. Get up an hour earlier.

I have started doing this. I step outside, take a walk or maybe just meditate outside in the porch, smell the air, listen to the birds, fix myself a cup of coffee or make some pancakes. Maybe an awesome time to remember being grateful of what's going on right now in my life. It is a totally different perspective than waking up late and rushing up for work.

4. Stay out, try the local market.

Try shopping for vegetables and fruits in the local farmers market. This a great way to acknowledge them of their hardwork in bringing us fresh crops, and this is a simple way that we can help them make a living. So, for me I try not to haggle on what they're selling.

5. Do some gardening.

This pandemic actually brings back gardening as a trend. But, I hope we can make it a hobby. Gardening is a healthy way to love nature back and get some sun too together with your plants.

6. Find a hayfield/ rice field.

I like to stop the car and just sit there, breathing in the sweet, green fragrance of nature. I don't know but the air is always pleasant as it touches my face and watching the birds swooping in circle in the fields.

7. Wear light.

One thing I love during summer is the light clothing. It is always comfortable to enjoy the sun with our tees and shorts and of course flip flops is LOVE.

8. Go outside at night.

Walking outdoors at night during summer is wonderful. No sun, but the summer night breeze always compliments the mood admiring the dark sky, and the stars while sitted in the grass. For couples, walking out at night heightens the senses, and moonlight is a powerful aphrodisiac.

The last two pointers here are just tips on how to make way of the things you love to do this time around.

9. Learn to say NO.

Most of the time work always caught us engaged in a busy life, and no matter how we love to put these things in to-do list we end up breaking it because we can't say NO to invitations, company dinner, client's meeting and etc. Maybe it's time to stay firm in saving time for yourself and enjoy summer the way you like it.

10. Let go and let God.

This a very common and overly used quote, but always true. Sometimes life can become a drag. The pain of relationships, troubles in family and friends, and our own struggles at work at home paralyzes us that we can longer find time to enjoy life, not only during summer but life in general. From time to time, we always need that breathing room, and make the time to replenish that energy so drained out by life's constant beating. To enjoy life, learn to let go and trust God's ways of how He can take care of it.