2.  Too much time with nothing to do will make anyone feel lonely and less confident about themselves. There's no denying that weekends alone are difficult, but can be even more so in the summertime when people's schedules and whereabouts are scattered. The reality is that you do not have to have be with people 24/7 to feel satisfied. The trick in this case is to plan ahead so that you have meaningful ways to spend your free time. A simple plan with an end goal in place, even taking a drive for the day, not only gives you something to do but will also give you that sense of accomplishment you need to keep your spirits happy.
 
3.  Be mindful of soft addictions like television watching and Internet surfing because they can negatively affect your mood. Try instead to engage in activities that will keep your adrenaline or creative juices flowing. If the warm weather gets to you, take up an outdoor activity, such as tennis or swimming, indoors or sign up for a creative arts class like pottery where you can work with material and textures that are cold, wet and slippery.
 
4.  If "pretty people" is all that you see, it may be part of the reason you are suffering.  People's mind can play crazy tricks on them in the warm weather months as body and beauty pressures mount. Summer is supposed to be fun, so don't waste time obsessing about your weight or hiding out because you don't think you look good enough.  And remember, too much skin does not make sexy; it's all in the attitude.

While the song says "there ain't no cure for the summertime blues," we beg to disagree.  Just adjust your routine or try some of the tips we've set forth here to snap out of the funk, and you'll more likely be rejuvenating than ruminating!