I went outside today, and the cold air grounded me. It’s fall, which means there’s a lot of colorful leaves on the ground that crunch under my feet as I walk. I love the smell of the outside. Although it was cold, wearing a mask not only protects me, but it makes the air more bearable. My hands are cold, but the rest of my body is bundled up. Even my ears are covered by my headphones, which are gently playing Woman by Doja Cat on repeat. The familiar path soothes and relaxes me.