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Renewal, optimism, vitality and decay are the variations of these adjectival words that show the change of seasons in nature. Spring brings colours, whereas winter sings a tune of melancholy around us. Yet, there remains a subtle ray of hope in every sweet sunlight of winter that the lively season will come, and drive away the dead leaves, replacing them with greenery. With the change of seasons in nature, there is a close connection between human relationships.
As writer Edgar Allan Poe said, "Years of love have been forgot,/ In the hatred of a minute." The human relationship is fragile and can take any turn at any point in life, still, it is hope that keeps the invisible strings attached.
Different seasons have different impacts on human relationships, which can be either positive or negative depending on the temperature and other natural factors of each season.
To begin with, spring is often seen as a metaphor for energy, vitality, and charm. The sweet fragrance of Lilac makes the honeybees faint, and the new leaves and plants decorate nature in hues of green, yellow and orange. During spring, daylight increases, triggering the release of the serotonin hormone, which regulates mood, appetite, and other bodily functions. So, people feel much happier in springtime, which brings them closer together. Moreover, the hormone dopamine, which causes excitement, also tends to rise in spring. The joy of the season escapes the frame of nature and enters the human mind.
There are many cultural practices in our country to welcome the spring season with 'Boshonto Boron Uthsob', through which social interaction takes place, and people wear yellow and orange as their attire. In general, people feel more energetic and expressive during spring, which is why new romantic relationships often start then.
After that comes summer- the season which is both liked and despised by many people, the season of delicious fruits and warm weather. The scorching heat of the sun makes people sulky and uncomfortable. Eventually, the stress hormone cortisol rises, leading to chaos and arguments over even minor issues.
Another aspect of the summer season is the long vacations, during which people go on family and friend tours and forget the weariness of mechanical life. It can improve familial bonding, friendship, or romantic connection among couples. We can see two verses from the famous English poet Lord Byron's mock epic Don Juan( Canto 1)
"What men call gallantry, and gods adultery,
Is much more common where the climate's sultry."
These two lines depict an interesting fact about the warm season when it drives human passion. It intensifies emotions in 'sultry' or humid climates. So, impulsive relationships often start in the summer. However, it is best to avoid rushing into any romantic relationship and to be patient.
Now, we can move to the conventionally romantic period, the rainy season. The clouds shower rain, and the melody of raindrops can sometimes sound mournful, upsetting anyone. However, the monsoon season keeps the romantic relationship vigorous, as couples get more time indoors due to torrential rain. Sometimes, the mood changes suddenly due to low serotonin levels, as there is almost no sunlight during the heavy monsoon season. During the rainy season, familial bonds can be strengthened through dining together, and the traditional foods of our country, such as khichuri, bhorta, Hilsha fish, etc., can be enjoyed with the whole family.
The season of gloominess comes. Winter, often associated with sadness and sorrow, often creates a negative impact on human relationships. During this season, melatonin levels increase, leading to sleepiness and fatigue.
People tend to remain emotionally vulnerable at this time and seek comfort and solace in their companions. However, as oxytocin, the love hormone, rises, people seek more warmth in the winter, which can create a strong romantic desire in couples to stick together.
Another side of the winter season is the delicious dishes made by grandmothers or, mostly, by the women of the house, such as pitha, payes, duck meat, etc.
People tend to visit their respective hometowns to taste their grandmothers' and mothers' culinary magic. So, winter vacations are an escape from the regular lives of human beings.
Different weather conditions can shape human temperament and relationships. Not only human beings but also natural creatures, such as the Cuckoo birds, embody this variation, engaging in lovely reunions during the spring season. Every season is significant for the circadian rhythms of humans and other creatures on Earth, ultimately shaping the dynamics of life.