November is a tough month with all your midterms and weather crashing down on your soul. One may feel devoid of hope and have thoughts about quitting everything and hermit out in the magical forest near Totem Park. It is definitely a grind and to prevent that, I would suggest you go island hopping. Of course you’re not going to actually go island hopping but this will all happen in your head.
When you have something to look forward to, imagine those plans transforming into a paradise island in your head. You have to cross the treacherous sea to get to the island where you can relax and sunbathe in what little sun we have in November. However these islands will eventually sink and you’ll have to paddle your way to your next island. This mindset has helped me get through tough weeks because there was an island in sight in my mind. Eventually you’ll find happy moments and these may not be a paradise island but will be a pathway to your next island. You won’t have to paddle and your trip to your next plan will go through smoother.
However if your travels contain a lot of unpredictable weather and nasty pirates, then think of it this way. A summer vacation is only a summer vacation if it ends. If it doesn’t end then it may as well be called an eternal job that is numbing your mind and crumbling your soul. You may think that a watermelon could rival peaches or mangoes if only they were seedless. A watermelon is only delicious through the struggle of removing the seeds. You had to work on the watermelon and the drama of seed removal makes the final result even sweeter. Thus your struggles with pirates and storms to your next paradise island will only plant more palm trees and generate more hammocks for your stay.
I find that planning to go to a restaurant with friends or doing anything physical helps fighting back against November blues. Here are some of my personal suggestions:
Marutama Ramen: One of the best ramen shop in downtown Vancouver with umami that will blow you out of this world. Very affordable for its quality.
-Wilson
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