Shading is the act of being put in the shade or set aside to cool off for a while.
Whether its a temporary break or a silent breakup, its a step away from the dating scene.
What Is Shading, Exactly?
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Maybe the person youre seeing doesnt want to be tied down or you yourself want a breather from dating.
Know youre not alone.
This is a trend that is affecting many people right now.
Signs of Shading
Summer shading involves shelving or ending relationships during the summer months.
Are they exhibiting these signs?
If you recognize these behaviors, theres no need for alarm.
Reach out in a non-confrontational manner to find out whats going on.
Is There Science Behind Shading And Warm Weather?
Science tells us the thatweather changes affect peoples attitudes, feelings, moods and mental health.
Its natural to want to kick back and take a break after a long winter and spring.
In one Finnish studyhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35636039/.
Suggest a time to sit down and discuss the situation.
Topics for discussion might include:
Its important not to shelve someone without their knowledge.
And its imperative not to go back and forth on what youre doing if youre unsure.
But there are healthy ways to deal with those feelings of doom and gloom.
Do you feelemptyas youre grieving a loss?
Do you want a short-term dating relationship?
Do you want to wait to meet someone ready for a long-term relationship?
Be grateful.
Take time for yourself.
View what transpired as a temporary romance.
How can you learn from it?
Vent and share your feelings.
Be sure to spend time with close family members and friends who support you.
Seek out a mental health specialist if you need one.
Have fun.
Splash around at the beach and in the nearby pool.
Refocus on arts and crafts and things you love to do.
