“My autumn memories as a child have deepened in me as I have grown older. They draw me into a season that engenders gratitude for both the material and spiritual harvests of years gone by. It is a season rich with wisdom, reminding me time and time again to treasure the beauty, appreciate what is, and then, let go when it is time.” - Joyce Rupp

Autumn teaches us that there is no shame in release; instead, there is grace and beauty in knowing when to loosen our grip and surrender to life’s natural cycles. Through this act, we find peace in the present and open ourselves up to the transformative power of change. Autumn teaches us the grace and necessity of releasing what no longer serves us. Just as trees shed their leaves to conserve energy and prepare for the stillness of winter, we too are encouraged to let go of outdated beliefs, habits, or attachments that weigh us down. This seasonal release is not a loss but a natural cycle of renewal, making space for new growth and transformation. In surrendering the old, we free ourselves from the burdens of the past, opening ourselves up to fresh perspectives and possibilities. Autumn’s quiet wisdom reminds us that there is power in letting go and trusting that what is meant to stay will return in its own time.