Does hot weather = a short temper?

Warm weather is generally welcomed by most people, it seems to lift the mood and bring a feeling of well being to all.

But hot weather? That may be different. There have been attempts to make the direct connection between the temperature and increased crime levels but the correlation is not always clear.

 Some articles that consider this point:
http://weakonomics.com/2009/07/30/why-crime-is-higher-when-its-hot-why-economics-fails-us/

and


http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2011/07/hot-weather-violence/

But even as the true nature of links between violence and hot weather remain uncertain, one 1976 study stands out in its simplicity and practicality: Angry people can be soothed with a cold drink.

 However I think there is enough evidence to suggest that when very hot our tolerance to annoying outside factors is reduced compared to when we are at more usual temperatures. It may not be that you are annoyed but perhaps just feel a little uncomfortable.



So what can you do if you don't have an air conditioned car or building to slip into and cool off?


Use the power of your imagination. Imagine you are some where cooler, perhaps recall a time when you walked through the chilled goods section of the supermarket. Allow yourself to fully engage in the imagination of the moment to quote Paul McKenna "See what you saw, hear what you heard, feel what you felt".


Your mind and the autonomic nervous system will do the rest so that for a long as you stay in that imaginery cool spot, things will feel a little more comfortable.



Alternatively, take a deep breathe in, breathe out slow and then sip the chilled drink of your choice in a shady spot.