Rec | TALKING ABOUT THE WEATHER

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Rec'd on 🪡 WhaT‘s something mundane that makes you feel human

Everyone talks shit about people talking about the weather because there is a real discomfort with small talk.
While I could make a whole separate post about the function of small talk, humans care so much about the weather because it’s kind of a big deal to us!
Think of how much our natural environment plays a role in our moods and energy levels and overall health and well-being. Good or bad weather made a huge difference in our ability to survive and thrive, especially in a pre-industrial society without electricity or AC.
So yeah, it can feel a little silly to start so many conversations by commenting on how hot/cold it’s been lately, but given how sensitive we are to weather and our environments, it makes perfect sense that we’re all a little obsessed with it.

@MidwestZen

Mar 5, 2025

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@choc_orange

YES ur so right!! i love talking about the weather, it’s been sunny the past couple of days and life has actually felt worth living 🙌🙌

Mar 5, 2025

@MidwestZen

choc_orange Sometimes when it’s maybe 74 degrees and sunny, after it’s been really hot or really cold, I feel emotional. A beautiful day can almost make me cry!

Mar 5, 2025

@choc_orange

zenlikeme the sun makes me cry!! it is emotional

Mar 5, 2025

@taterhole

SO TRUE

Mar 5, 2025

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