We have reached that point again in the seasons. The beginning of Autumn, as I've said in a few posts, a time for reflection.
I have noticed an energy of rushing again, a little like after the Christmas time break. To do things. To complete the things we started.
Posts with words of encouragement such as "You still have time to smash your goals for 2023" and it's all good. Taking action is a good thing. But using discernment in those actions is even better.
My Father often used the phrase "More haste, less speed" when I was rushing to get things done. Meaning if we are rushing about it will inevitably it will take you longer to get things done if you do it too quickly.
Looking back, my goals and who I was in January are definitely not the same as the goals I have now and the person I have evolved into.
There is a common theme running through my life, of course. The things I want to achieve. The tasks I aspire to complete. The community and relationships I want to call in.
Within that theme things change. Life changes us and so the choices we make.
Spending some time in stillness and breathing in the new fresh Autumnal energy, allows for space to reflect and time to discern what is the next right step for us. Natures cycles are guide for us to follow.
This time of year is calling us.
To slow.
To still.
To reflect.
Since the times of lockdown, we have been asked to do everything with more care, with discernment, with awareness and in alignment with our values and who we truly are at the very core of our being.
It's truly a time of change. But are we ready to change? Are we ready to soften, to listen and to learn.
As humans, we create the meaning of time. It has no predetermined meaning until we give it meaning. It's not to say that it doesn’t exist or its an illusion, but instead that we have created systems of meaning around its concept.
We often feel we are running out. We don't have enough. This feeling of lack encourages us to push harder, do it quicker, tick it off the list. It's not the way.
The value, depth and meaning of the time we have on this Earthly plane is much more important.
My words for the second half of this year were "astute steadiness" being fully aware of the actual moment I was in. Knowing how I felt on that day and what was required of me.
Yes, big dreams. HUGE!
But also with a touch of reality therapy.
This is where I am.
This is where I'd like to be.
What is required of me to get there.
But also not to the detriment of all else in my life.
I invite you in this season to take some time out. To weed and to sow.
Here are some prompts to help you on your way;
How has this year changed me so far?
Who am I now?
Are the goals I set still aligned with my values?
Which goals do I need to release to allow for new creative energy to arrive?
What isn't working for me now?
Let me know how you get on.