Why Summer Doesn’t Always Feel Easier: Mental Health, Overwhelm & The Pressure To Enjoy It

Summer gets sold to us as the easier season. But for many women, summer mental health struggles are surprisingly common, even during a season that’s supposed to feel lighter. It just feels like… more. More schedule juggling. More people home. More camps, trips, meals, planning, social stuff, disrupted routines, and trying to keep everyone happy while pretending you’re enjoying yourself too. Even when life is objectively good, you might still catch yourself wondering: Why am I so overwhelmed right now?