Autumn. Changing leaves. Changing temperature. Changing light. I think Fall is my favorite season. It acts as a steady reminder of time passing, how the world- how everything- constantly changes. It is important to remember that we are all of this planet and to stop and take in the colors before they’re gone.
I am deep in my spiritual training with Michael Hewett- Sarva Yoga Academy. www.sarvayogaacademy.com, and this season seems the perfect time to practice the first step on the path- renunciation.
It’s a big word. And it seems at first, to be the absolute most horrible thing that we could do. Separate from the things we are holding on to- our loved ones, friends, things, great apartment, great city, great soy latte… but, for me, it has redefined my sense of appreciation.
I don’t feel less joyful for the wonderful beings around me. I don’t feel less satisfaction basking in beautiful sunlight or devouring a bowl of carrot squash soup (the best at Bakeri- North 9th and Berry!)… No, but I can recognize that that great glow of sunlight can sometimes be too harsh on the eyes… and that bowl of soup won’t always hit the spot- There is nothing that provides happiness in every moment.
You need look no further than your relationships to realize how things are constantly moving- constantly changing- as quickly as the seconds- as unnoticably as our minds- as certain as the leaves making one last colorful splash before their death.
We are as fragile as the leaves. Change is just as certain as our fall. We can’t grasp to control- so what will you hold to… What will you do with your day?
