Do you feel the wrath of the New York heat? Here are some simple tips to stay calm.

In the typical Northeast summer heat, people have noticed that their temper tends to get a little shorter as the thermometer goes up. New York is in the spotlight for this excessive heat wave along with the humidity of a rainforest. The skyscrapers of Manhattan seem blurry in the haze. Daily commutes to work on the New York subway are experiences of people in suits trying to avoid becoming a sweaty mess at 7am. While the daytime heat is brutal, sunset provides little respite. Even the shelter of the sunless night offers no relief, as the concrete jungle prevents heat from escaping into the atmosphere.

My morning walks at 8:00 am through the streets of Greenpoint Brooklyn are already engulfed in excessive and unbearable heat. Surprisingly, even an ice cream at L’Arte del Gelato in downtown Manhattan doesn’t calm the spirit. It has made me a little irritable. New Yorkers have been a bit more aggressive, a bit more energetic and a bit more intractable.

Doctors are calling this heat rage. It is the theory that as the temperature increases, people’s tolerance for all kinds of things decreases. The traffic insults perceived by our fellow drivers evoke a foul language attack. In this heat, foul language can turn into more aggression. Try riding the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at noon during this heat and witness New York’s attitude on steroids!

Since many of us already have air conditioners, fans, and the like, here are some additional simple tips on how to get past the heat range and stay sane.

Tip 1: Mental mantra: I’m cool …

Remind yourself that you are actually calm, as the mind can control the body. The mind trick can ease our obsession with high temperatures. A simple statement to yourself acknowledging the heat can make this a bit bearable. As I’m walking my dog ​​around parts of Brooklyn, and when the sweat starts to fade from my face, I say to myself, “I’m fine.” Make fun of me, but it made me feel a little less hot. Don’t hit it until you try.

Tip 2: cool with ice water with flavor infusions

Drinking ice water is a basic and essential step to stay hydrated and fresh. I keep a huge container of filtered water in the fridge and, after coming in from outside, I take a sip from at least three glasses. Is the taste of water unpleasant? Then have fun! To enhance the low-calorie flavor a bit, try adding a little citrus to your glass. I liked this mint and almond syrup found in some stores that sell Italian products. Just one tablespoon of this refreshing syrup and your water will transform from simple to absolutely delightful. Don’t have access to such a delicious item? Then create your own by crushing some mint leaves and adding them to your pitcher of water.

Tip 3: Get naked!

What can be more fun than walking around in the least amount of clothes possible? While this may be a scary image for some (imagine riding the subway), it makes perfect sense to remove your layers when temperatures skyrocket. Of course, follow local laws and let modesty be your guide, but when in doubt, get naked!

As for this New Yorker, he eagerly awaits Mayor Bloomberg’s proposal to keep citizens sane when and if the power goes out. Because if the power goes out due to the heat wave, no amount of tips will keep this man sane! I’m cool, I’m cool …