Why Do Vacations Sometimes Bring Unexpected Discomfort? A Psychologist Explains

Many people eagerly anticipate their summer vacations, expecting a period of peace and relaxation. However, for some, the onset of holidays can unexpectedly bring feelings of unease or a sudden dip in mood. Psychologist Ana Franco, known as @anafranco_psicologia on social media, sheds light on this phenomenon, explaining that it's a common psychological response. "Has it happened to you that when vacations arrive, when summer comes, instead of feeling at peace, a strange emptiness appears, or even an unexpected low?" Franco asks in her recent video. She attributes this to the cessation of daily routines and constant activity. According to Franco, our busy lives often act as a form of 'anesthesia,' keeping internal 'noise' and unresolved emotional 'wounds' at bay. "When we stop studying, working, when we stop being busy all day, that's when the internal noise appears," she explains. This 'noise,' which is typically silenced by routine, emerges during the quiet of vacation. Franco clarifies that it's not the summer itself that makes one feel bad, but rather the newly available space for feeling. "It's not that it didn't hurt you before; it's that you weren't realizing it," she states. While this discomfort can be inconvenient, she suggests it's an opportunity. "Although it may be uncomfortable at times, it can also be the first step for a more real, freer, and more authentic self," Franco concludes, encouraging viewers to look inward with kindness and begin healing what has accumulated over time.

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