Snow, cold, and the behavioral shift that comes with subzero temperatures.
Winter in Canada is not just a season — it's a complete behavioral reset. People move differently, dress differently, and even socialize differently.
I remember my first snowfall. It was beautiful, but also disorienting. Everything turned white, and the world felt muffled. The cold wasn't just cold — it was aggressive.
But after a while, I learned to adapt. Layers became automatic. I learned to walk on ice without thinking. Winter stopped being an event and became just… the background.