The nice weekend weather gave us a taste of the warmer months ahead, but how often do we let this change just happen to us. I’ve written about this season in a previous post and I’ve really grown to appreciate the spring in ways I never would have imagined. This got me thinking about some things. I used to hate spring, but even with my newfound love, I noticed that this season doesn’t get the same welcoming as the others. We face the beginnings of summer heat in simple attire and ice cream adventures. We welcome the fall in layered scarves and pumpkin picking dates. We warm up to the winter in coats and gatherings. How do we invite the spring? I'll tell you one thing, spring cleaning doesn’t count. Here are some ways to take advantage of the seasonal shift rather than just letting it happen to you. After all, this season symbolizes rebirth. These are some takes on the things you already do. Spring into them!

Career

Give yourself a personal evaluation. See where you are for the year and reflect on what you’ve learned. How can you apply this to the rest of your goals moving forward? This is also a great opportunity to get more involved. Join an organization in your field or explore a new hobby that can tie into your current career goals. The last thing you should feel is stagnant. Whether you've been in your field for decades or are job hunting, looking for new ways to expand still applies. We’re in this great era where growth is at the tip of our fingers and to not take advantage of the resources is only a shame come true.

Health and Wellness

Get yourself out there and cancel that gym membership. I mean did you really think you were going to stick to that resolution anyway? It’s warming up enough where you can have a fun workout at the park. Go for a run and implement your own strength technique for muscle growth. Maybe your softball league is starting up soon, but get out there and work that body for the world to see. If health reasons prevent physical activity, then keep up with some light stretches and make some room for meditation.

Relationships

Get outside with some friends and loved ones while the sun peaks out and the breeze goes by. Go for a picnic at the park or a walk through the city, but nothing beats good weather and good company. It’s even as simple as riding with your windows down. Make a playlist and go on a short road trip to a new spot in your state.

These are just a few of many ways to welcome the spring and let go of the winter but don’t just sit around and let the season happen to you. Spring is a great transition from harsh cold to beating the heat. This means that some days will be warm and others will still express the lingering chill from the winter. Spring weather calls for change and flexibility. So do you.