avatarElizabeth Gordon

Summary

The article "6 Reasons Summer Is Totally Overrated" presents a critical view of the summer season, challenging the common perception of it as an idyllic time.

Abstract

The author of the article expresses a strong dislike for the summer season, citing several reasons why it is overrated. These include the overcrowding of public spaces, the oppressive heat, increased traffic, the presence of unsupervised children, inflated costs of activities and services, and the overhyped nature of traditional summer activities such as wine tasting and outdoor performances. The author argues that the reality of summer involves dealing with heat-related discomfort, lack of manners in crowded places, the challenges of traveling during peak season, and the monotony of activities that are often romanticized.

Opinions

  • The author believes that the marketing of summer as a carefree and enjoyable season is misleading.
  • Summer heat is considered unpleasant and leads to irritability and discomfort, with temperatures above 75 degrees being particularly criticized.
  • Crowds during summer are seen as inconsiderate and ruin the experience of activities such as dining out or visiting historical sites.
  • The increase in traffic during summer is viewed as a significant inconvenience.
  • The presence of unattended children during the summer months is depicted as a nuisance.
  • The author is critical of the higher costs associated with summer activities, questioning the rationale behind paying more for the same experiences.
  • Traditional summer activities like wine tasting, outdoor concerts, BBQs, and travel are labeled as overrated, with the author pointing out the drawbacks of each.
  • The article suggests that people should reconsider their participation in summer activities that are both costly and potentially sanity-straining.
  • The author recommends unconventional methods to avoid summer inconveniences, such as wearing a pool float to keep people at a distance.

6 Reasons Summer Is Totally Overrated

Summer isn’t even here yet and I’m already over it

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Let’s be honest: Summer totally sucks.

Don’t believe the marketing hype, selling summer as a blissful few months of fun times and endless laughter.

If you like summer, there’s a reason: it reminds you of the freedom from school for a few months.

But aside from that distant memory, summer is the most annoying season, filled with the most annoying things.

If you’re a summerholic, this story may change your perspective and burst your bubble.

Let’s dive in because summer is (unfortunately) coming and we all need to be prepared.

The crowds.

Summer means one thing: there will be crowds of people everywhere you go.

Now that Covid is (I think) under control, people are venturing out in vast numbers and it’s terrifying.

Want to go for a quiet meal? You can’t.

Want to enjoy an afternoon with friends? You can’t.

Want to explore a historical site or partake in an adventure? You can’t.

You can’t because there are hoards of people and none of them have any manners, awareness, or considerateness. Everything is ruined by people and summer is no exception.

The heat.

If you like the heat, um, why?

It’s all about 75 degrees. Nothing more, nothing less.

Why are people in love with 80–120 degree weather? What drugs are they on? Did they hit their head too hard?

The heat totally sucks. You sweat in unmentionable places. You feel tired and irritable. You can’t concentrate. You feel dirty even after showing. Why is this attractive to people?!

If you live in a place with heat and humidity, you’re just in a constant nightmare. I don’t envy you or your AC bill.

Studies have shown heat heightens anger, frustration, aggression, rage, fighting, and violence. FUN!

The traffic.

Wanna go somewhere?

So does everyone else.

The children.

With school out and summer on its way, you can bet on one thing: there will be (unattended and unparented) children everywhere.

They’ll be screaming.

They’ll be crying.

They’ll be whining.

They’ll be annoying.

They’ll be loud.

They’ll be in your way.

They’ll be “expressing themselves” in your direction.

They’ll be unattended by an adult :(

The costs.

Wanna get ripped off? Don’t worry, you will this summer!

Everything costs more in the summertime. Why? Because people put up with it. It’s the culture.

Why are we paying more for the same experiences with some added heat? What is this madness?

The (overrated) activities.

Here’s what you’re gonna hear about ad nauseam and ad infinitum until summer is (thankfully) over:

Wine tasting.

Music concerts in the park.

BBQs.

Hiking/Camping/Boating.

Outdoor performances.

Travel.

Let’s break these down, shall we?

WINE TASTING: I’ll spare you the time and effort: after three sips, all wine tastes the same. Oh, and by the way, alcohol interrupts your REM sleep cycle, which directly affects your memory. Bottoms up!

MUSIC CONCERTS IN THE PARK: You won’t be able to enjoy any part of this because of all the aforementioned points: crowds, kids, and heat. Oh, and bugs. And don’t even get me started on the chaos of leaving an event like this — you’ll be more stressed out than when you got there.

BBQs: No one is as great on a grill as they think, even with one of those cutesy “Kiss the Chef” aprons on. Also, crowds and heat. Nope.

HIKING/CAMPING/BOATING: This is so much work. Why?!? Plus: scary animals, dirt, ticks, dirt, possibly drowning, possible death, sunburns, sharks, heat stroke, being dirty all the time, insects that wanna bite you, sweating, humidity, weird smells, dirt, and dirt. (P.S. You’re not more evolved because you want to hike up a mountain — and anyway, climbing mountains is dangerous. Stop it.).

OUTDOOR PERFORMANCES: Why do people treat these events like holy experiences? People are simply doing an activity outdoors. It’s not that amazing, original, or exciting. Plus, it’s hot outside. Why?

TRAVEL: Have fun fighting the crowds at every major tourist attraction and in every major city! I’ve traveled all over the world, so quite frankly, I’m over it. And you will be too after the exhaustion of wading through thousands of people just to get a glimpse of some painting, statue, or mountain.

As I pen this piece, there are only 13 days until the summer solstice — eek!

Prepare yourself now!

Get one of those small, personal fans.

Buy earplugs for public spaces.

Re-think summer activities that are breaking the bank (and your sanity!).

Buy a pool float and wear it around your waist to keep folks away from you in crowded areas. You’ll look like a weirdo, so it’ll work wonders.

Be unapproachable so no one bothers you.

Maybe don’t go outside! (Be original!).

Happy summer (not really!)!

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