Autumn is a time of great change, both in nature and in ourselves. The trees release their leaves, and we too can shed what is no longer serving us. This is a time to slow down, reflect, and connect with our inner selves.
Here are some tips on how to embody autumn using your senses:
Sight: Bring the autumn colors into your home. This could involve changing your décor, adding candles, or simply wearing more fall-colored clothing. The warm, earthy tones of autumn can help to create a sense of coziness and comfort.
Smell: Fill your home with the aromas of autumn. This could involve baking pumpkin bread, simmering cinnamon sticks on the stove, or using essential oils such as clove or vanilla. These scents can help to promote relaxation and introspection.
Hearing: Take some time to listen to the sounds of autumn. This could involve spending time outdoors listening to the leaves rustling in the wind, the birds chirping, or the rain falling. You could also listen to music that is reminiscent of the season, such as classical music or folk music.
Touch: Massage your skin with oils that evoke introspection. Some good options include vanilla oil, clove oil, and sandalwood oil. Match these with your favorite carrier oil like almond, coconut, or vitamin E. You could also try using a body scrub made with natural ingredients such as coffee grounds or sugar.
Taste: Eat foods that are in season during autumn. This includes pumpkins, squash, apples, and pears. These foods are not only delicious, but they are also good for your health. For example, pumpkins are a good source of vitamins A and C, while squash is a good source of fiber and potassium. *Combine pumpkin puree, almond butter, cinnamon and your favorite milk in a blender to make pumpkin pie smoothie.
By engaging all of your senses, you can truly embody the spirit of autumn. This is a time to slow down, relax, and connect with your inner self.
Here are some additional tips:
Take a walk in nature and pay attention to the sights and sounds around you. Notice the changing colors of the leaves, the feel of the cool breeze on your skin, and the smell of the fallen leaves.
Write in a journal about your thoughts and feelings about autumn. What do you love about this season? What does it mean to you?
Spend time with loved ones and enjoy their company. Share stories, laugh together, and simply enjoy each other's presence.
Do something that you love, whether it's reading, listening to music, or spending time in nature.
Autumn is a beautiful time of year, and it's the perfect time to slow down and enjoy the simple things in life.
Wishing YOU a beautiful season,
Nasreen xx