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Sunset anxiety: Do you feel uneasy as daylight fades?
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I find I get anxious around dinner time and eating alone. It has helped to keep busier before the time to not anticipate it. Not sure if anyone will see this article from a while ago. Anyone else experience this?
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Hello everyone,
How are you feeling today?
Have you ever noticed a rise in anxiety or worry as the sun sets? It’s a phenomenon known as “sunset anxiety”, where feelings of unease, sadness, or stress increase in the evening hours. While it’s not a formal medical diagnosis, mental health experts agree it’s a very real experience for many people.
This type of anxiety can happen for a variety of reasons:
Experts suggest some simple lifestyle changes might help:
Let’s talk about it:
Have you ever felt a sense of unease or sadness as the day comes to an end? How do you manage it?
Does winter and the lack of sunlight make this feeling worse for you?
What small changes, like going outside or adjusting your schedule, help you feel better in the evenings?
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You’re not alone in this, many people experience sunset anxiety, and sharing strategies can help us support each other. Let’s learn together and find ways to make evenings feel a little lighter.
Take care,
Somya from the Carenity team 🌼