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Spring Fever

Ava Fasolas Student Contributor, College of the Holy Cross
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Holy Cross chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

Spring Fever refers to a collection of mental and physical responses to the change in temperatures as well as the transition from winter to spring. The feelings that accompany this transition can either be seen as positive or negative. It can be a feeling of restlessness and yearning to spend time outside absorbing the fresh air or it can be expressed by tiredness, mood swings or fatigue. This phenomenon debuts in early spring and can carry through the initial days of warmth. Spring fever is a normal response to prolonged sunlight exposure, changes in sleeping habits, and the bloom of nature. 

The symptoms of springtime lethargy include low energy levels, minimal motivation, hazy thinking, muscle pain, clogged sinuses, runny nose or other cold-like symptoms. The excess pollen within nature often kickstarts these responses. In order to combat these symptoms, I suggest individuals should remain hydrated, take vitamin D, and remain active. 

The symptoms of spring fever include a longing for warmer months, an appreciation for longer days, and the anticipation of outside adventures. As birds chirp, as trees blossom, and as grass turns greener, the soul longs for the freedom that coincides with the upcoming summer. There is a desire for outdoor activities, beach days, and barbeques. A sense of renewal arises; people feel energized and ready to make way for new possibilities. 

At this moment, I am experiencing a variety of symptoms; I am excited for the end of the school year and the beginning of summer. I look forward to reuniting with my family and friends. I await more free time, a summer job, and traveling to the Jersey shore. Yet, my allergies have started to kick in and I am overwhelmed by a sore throat and the sniffles. I appreciate the reality of the phenomenon of spring fever and embrace the spring season.

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Ava Fasolas

Holy Cross '28

Ava Fasolas, a sophomore from Madison, NJ, is very excited to continue writing for Her Campus at The College of the Holy Cross. She hopes to include topics of mental health, fashion trends, entertainment, and food.
Outside of Her Campus, Ava competes on the club tennis team and serves as a volunteer in the Worcester public school system as well as SPUD. Undeclared, Ava’s academic interests include English, Spanish and Science.
In her free time, Ava enjoys reading, writing, watching and playing sports (loyal NY Jets fan), as well as spending time with her friends, family and faithful Cairn terrier.