I'm good in summer. My birthday is in summer. I don't like it

The soft hum of the café filled the space, with the rhythmic sound of rain against the window. Jack sat across from Jeeny, his coffee cup in hand, staring out at the rainy streets. Jeeny, sitting opposite him, appeared lost in thought, her fingers tracing the rim of her cup.

Host: After a brief pause, Jeeny spoke, her voice thoughtful but with a touch of curiosity.

Jeeny: “I came across a quote from George Ezra today that made me reflect on the connection between seasons and mood. He said, ‘I’m good in summer. My birthday is in summer. I don’t like it when it’s too hot, but, you know, blue skies, I think people genuinely loosen up a bit, and it’s nicer.’ What do you think about that? Do you think summer really has the power to change our mood or make us feel more relaxed?”

Jack: He looked up, a smile playing on his lips. “I think Ezra is onto something. There’s something about summer, with the longer days and the bright skies, that makes people feel more open. It’s not just the weather—it’s the energy it brings. When the sun’s out and there’s that sense of freedom in the air, it’s like people shed their usual stress and just feel a bit more easy-going. Even if it’s not unbearably hot, the atmosphere changes.”

Jeeny: “Exactly. It’s not just about the heat—it’s about the light and the way it makes everything feel more alive. Blue skies, fresh air, and that sense that life slows down a little in summer create a space for people to relax, enjoy the moment, and maybe even rediscover a bit of childlike joy. It’s as if the world is a little less heavy in those moments, and that makes us more open to connection and enjoying life.”

Host: The rain outside had softened, leaving a quiet stillness in the café. Jack shifted slightly, his fingers still resting on his coffee cup as he continued.

Jack: “And I think there’s something to be said for the natural rhythms of the seasons affecting our mindset. Summer has that ability to bring people together, even without trying. You see more people outside, chatting, laughing, and enjoying the world around them. It’s like the sunlight gives us an internal permission to relax, to step out of our routines, and just take a moment to enjoy the simple things—whether it’s a walk outside or just soaking in the warmth.”

Jeeny: “Exactly. And it’s almost like summer encourages a collective mindset shift. People tend to slow down, take breaks, and make time for each other more. It’s like the season itself whispers to us to ease up, to not take life so seriously for a while. It makes us more present, more attuned to the beauty of the world around us.”

Host: The conversation between them seemed to deepen, as if they were both reflecting on the subtle, yet powerful effects of the changing seasons. Jack set his coffee cup down gently, his expression thoughtful.

Jack: “Maybe that’s why summer holds such a special place for so many people. It’s not just about the warmth or the vacation time—it’s about how the season invites us to live a little more fully, a little more freely. It brings out a lightness in us, and that’s something people crave, especially when life gets heavy.”

Jeeny: Her smile was small but filled with understanding. “Exactly. And I think that’s what Ezra is capturing—how the blue skies and that sense of ease in summer make people feel a bit more like themselves, a bit more alive. It’s a time when we can truly let go of the day-to-day worries and embrace the joy in the little things.”

Host: The rain outside had finally stopped, leaving a quiet calm in its wake. Inside, Jack and Jeeny sat in the shared realization that seasons, like summer, have a unique power to shift our energy, our mood, and our perspective. George Ezra’s words remind us that it’s not just the warmth of summer that affects us—it’s the lightness it brings, the chance to slow down, and the invitation to enjoy life more fully. Summer isn’t just a season; it’s a way of being.