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:
Feeling like the day is “ending” without accomplishing what you hoped.
A quiet mind after a busy day may allow anxious thoughts to creep in.
For parents of young kids, evenings can bring the most stressful part of the day: dinner, bedtime routines, and wake-ups.
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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.
Somya.P
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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:
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 🌼