Autumn heals and wounds: the cold will pass, but what about loneliness?
Autumn always comes unexpectedly - with a cold wind, wet asphalt and those same colds that like to remind us that we are alive. As a paramedic, I am used to helping others: a thermometer, pills, advice and care. But here's the paradox - I can rarely "prescribe a cure" for the main autumn ailment for myself.
Not only for a runny nose and cough. But loneliness.
When couples wrap themselves in scarves and hold hands, I catch myself thinking that the best "cure" for the autumn blues is someone's warmth nearby.
And you know... no blanket, tea or hot cocoa can replace a sincere conversation and strong hugs.
And how do you fight the autumn cold and flu?