At first glance, the title could indicate that this is a piece about surviving a literal fall, as in down the steps, goddess forbid! The “fall” is seasonal in this case. Here are some tips for writers and readers for getting the most out of this time of year filled with so many colors, activities, and opportunities.
JOURNAL
Survival is one thing, but thriving is another. Surviving makes me think of living through a tough time and finally being rescued. I feel a bit fatigued by the idea of survival. Conversely, thriving makes me feel powerful and energized, ready for life’s curve balls. Here are three journaling prompts to bring the pen and paper to a meeting of the minds (or the keyboard clacking!)
- Write about a school memory set during the autumn. Did you love the coloring sheets in elementary school with falling leaves, pumpkins, and turkeys on them? Did fall sports mean anything to you during junior or high school?
- All the seasons involve transitions. Whether it’s environmental or physical, write about a transition memory that still impresses who you are today.
- What do you love (or not) about the autumn season and why?
EXERCISE
With the cooler temperatures, fall is a good time to get outside for regular exercise. Walking is a favorite of mine. It makes me feel better and relax because I’m moving and not at the computer. If walking or yoga outside aren’t possible, open a window wherever you workout and enjoy the crisp air and the flapping curtains cheering you on.
MEDITATE
Many things change about our northern hemisphere lifestyle in the fall. Five minutes of stillness, eyes closed, and counting breaths can do wonders for appreciating the transitions of the seasons and our lives.
EAT
While summer brings its bountiful harvest of fresh, local produce and flowers, autumn offers its particular flavors and scents. The onset of every new season is a good time to reset your body’s systems. Everyone should do a mild detox or cleanse at the start of every new season. If for no other reason than to feel open and spacious for the coming months. The simplest and safest way to detox is to increase your daily water intake. There is no formula. Adjust as needed.
CREATE
I believe we’re all natural born creators. Some people play to that strength more than others. One reason some folks don’t consider themselves creative is that they never had the opportunity to make something. And they may have “expectations syndrome” which I invented to mark the times when I feel less than capable. For example, I can’t draw more than stick figures, hearts, and chakra symbols. I’m a good doodler. I like journal pages to be illustrated and colorful so I cut images from magazines and create collages. I can embellish as I see fit and feel satisfied that I lived up to my belief that art, all forms of art, are interpretations of how we see the world.
How do you plan to thrive this fall?
I hope your WRITEDAY is fantastic.
Joy
Women with clean houses do not have finished books. ~Joy E. Held
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