By Briana S., Case Manager
The first official day of fall, called the autumnal equinox, is Monday, September 22 this year. It marks the official end of summer and beginning of autumn.
Autumn–with its leaves changing colors and falling–can be seen as a time of transition, reflection, and letting go.
It is typical for all of us to have times of transition in life. We get older, our relationships change, and our circumstances can change as well. Change is not always easy. In fact, it’s often hard. But it is also inevitable.
Reflection – or taking time to think about experiences – is a great way to navigate transitions in life. We can learn from people or events from our past and take these lessons into our future. In reflecting back, we can learn about ourselves and what we can do differently in the future.
As summer turns into autumn, we let go of long hours of daylight. The leaves let go of the trees. Letting go is a natural process in the rhythm of life.Learning to let go is one of the hardest skills to learn in life. Sometimes, to avoid loss, our instinct is to avoid attachment. However, sharing connectedness with others is important. Healthy attachment helps us thrive. Instead of isolating yourself from people, places, and things—allow yourself to connect so you can experience life and relationships fully. Joining a support group is a good place to start.