Nature Speaks, The Forty-Sixth Week of the Second Year in the New Abnormal

Autumn colors fire up Central Park. I had the good fortune of walking through the park on several occasions this past week. I was reminded that this season represents the last of the foliage as the trees and plants prepare for the winter. Following winter comes a renewal as Spring brings greenery and flowers to enjoy. Just seeing the colorful trees brought hope.

I realized that whatever hardship I’m going through, whatever darkness we’re witnessing in the world, change is inevitable. For that I am grateful.

“This too shall pass” is a wonderful mantra. The more we face adversity, the more important it is to remember that whatever we’re going through is temporary. When we’re in the eye of the storm surviving may be our first priority. But as we get through it, giving ourselves grace, meaning making room for our experiences, we come to know that there are subtle shifts that take place along the way.