Transition

At this time of year, I think about how we go about our lives and how often we forget to notice how everything around us transitions from one state to another. Seasonal changes make it easy to understand that change is the only constant in life, yet we don’t always see it happening in ourselves.

Growing up in New England taught me to expect change—sometimes all four seasons in a single day. It’s as if Mother Nature herself whispers a constant reminder: adapt, adjust, flow. Over the years, this rhythm has become second nature to me. I’ve learned to accept the transitions of life in much the same way I’ve learned to welcome unexpected shifts in weather. The unpredictability isn’t a disruption; it’s part of the journey.

“Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don’t resist them - that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in what ever way they like.”

Lao Tzu

These words resonate deeply with me, especially when considering the emotions accompanying life’s changes. I’m not talking about the feelings that weigh us down, but the positive energy we can invite into our lives when we let transitions happen naturally without trying to control their course.

Each season offers a mix of beauty and challenges. Rain makes the sunny days brighter. Cold adds a layer of coziness to warmer moments. Snow brings a fleeting sense of playfulness before its abundance has us longing for the fresh promise of spring. These contrasts remind me that emotions are much the same. When we embrace them as natural transitions, we can learn to sit with them, knowing they, too, will pass.

Helen Keller once said, “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. To keep our faces towards change and behave like free spirits in the presence of fate is strength unbeatable.” Her words inspire me to see life’s transitions as opportunities for growth. While many life changes are tied to aging, we can influence others simply by paying attention to what’s happening around us. Just as we would never postpone the arrival of spring or cancel winter, we shouldn’t try to avoid or delay life’s emotional seasons. Instead, we can adapt, prepare, and gracefully move through them.

“Whenever a transition is called for, view it as your soul knocking at the door of your life, bearing more gifts for you to bring to the world. Change is a call from your soul to grow.”

Sonia Choquette

When we listen to our emotions, they act as gentle guides, nudging us toward growth. They encourage us to sit still, observe, and trust that what feels heavy now will eventually give way to something lighter. So, as the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, let’s take a moment to notice the shifts around us and within us. Let’s trust the journey.

Talk soon…

G