Embracing Autumn:

A Season to Release

As the leaves turn from green to golden, nature reminds us of one of life’s
greatest truths: letting go is part of growth. With summer behind us, we
carry forward all that we’ve learned, applying those lessons to a season of
new beginnings.

Autumn invites us to pause and take notice of the data gathered from quieter, slower days and reflect on what served us - and what did not. This is the season to release what weighs us down: old habits, outdated beliefs, and patterns that keep us small.
It may also be a time to gently reassess relationships, asking ourselves: Who truly fills my cup? Who leaves me depleted? This kind of awareness clears the path for deeper alignment and connection to our higher self.

In letting go, we create space. Space to slow down, to reconnect with ourselves, and to prepare for the next chapter with clarity and intention.
Think of autumn as an invitation to:

1. Pause - Notice where you’ve been running on autopilot. Take a deep breath.

2. Reflect - Ask yourself, What am I ready to release? What do I want to carry forward into the next season of my life?

3. Renew - Allow fresh energy and clarity to guide you into alignment with your deeper values.

This allows us to create space for the new:

• New thoughts to help us expand

• New values to help us align

• New habits to support our growth

• New versions of ourselves as we shed the old

• New beliefs to carry us forward

Autumn models this perfectly. The trees don’t cling to their leaves; they trust the cycle of change. The world around us transforms to prepare for the new. Remember, growth is often quiet. It is within the stillness that we hear our inner voice, lean in, and trust the process of letting go—so that we can transform with greater ease, trust, and alignment.

5 Autumn Reset: Exercises to Release, Reflect, and Renew:

1. The “Letting Go” List:
   Ask yourself: What am I ready to release?
   • Write down three habits, thought patterns, or commitments that no longer support you.
   • On a separate piece of paper, write three things you’d like to welcome instead.
   • If you’d like, release the old list physically—tear it up, recycle it, or burn it safely.
   Symbolic acts can deepen the process of letting go.
   Tip: Keep the “welcome” list somewhere visible as a gentle reminder of your intentions.

2. Create an Autumn Ritual:
   Rituals help ground us in transition. Try starting your mornings or evenings with a 5-minute
   ritual that connects you to the season:
   • Light a candle with a cozy autumn scent.
   • Sip warm tea while journaling one gratitude from your day.
   • Step outside and notice the colours, sounds, and textures of fall.
   Tip: Consistency matters more than time. A small, repeated ritual anchors you during change.

3. Seasonal Intention Reset:
   Autumn is the perfect midpoint check-in before year’s end. Ask yourself:
   • What have I already accomplished this year that I want to celebrate?
   • What feels unfinished but important to me?
   • What one small goal could I focus on for the rest of the year?
   Tip: Keep goals small and achievable. Focus on alignment, not perfection.

4. Nourish Your Nervous System:
   Shorter days and colder weather can sometimes bring a sense of heaviness. Balance it by caring
   for your body and mind:
   • Move daily, even with a short walk in the crisp air.
   • Eat grounding, seasonal foods (think root vegetables, warm soups, spiced teas).
   • Practice slow breathing or meditation to invite calm.
   Tip: A simple breath pattern—inhale for 4, hold for 2, exhale for 6—can reset your nervous
   system in minutes.

5. Connection Check-In:
   Autumn can draw us inward, but don’t forget the importance of connection.
   • Reach out to one friend or family member each week.
   • Plan a cozy get-together—a walk, tea, or potluck dinner.
   • Share what you’re reflecting on; you might be surprised how it opens deeper
   conversations.
   Tip: Schedule connection time in your calendar just like any other priority.
   

This season, ask yourself: What can I let go of now to make space for the life I truly want to create?