Autumn / Metal
Soften in to the Spaciousness of Letting Go
Embrace the Season of Clarity and Simplicity
Autumn brings cool air, falling leaves, and a clarifying stillness. The trees release what is no longer needed, drawing energy inward and back towards the roots. The skies become clear, the light sharp. Metal governs this season—refined, essential, and clarifying.
The Inner Season
A Time of Reflection & Refinement
The cycle of Autumn stirs the desire to let go—to release what no longer serves and return to the essence of who we are. Just as trees surrender their leaves, we are invited to shed old identities, outworn patterns, and past disappointments.. Metal inspires discernment and clarity, helping us separate the pure from the impure, the essential from the excess. It is a time to honor what is precious, to breathe deeply, and to reconnect with the sacred value within.
The Invitation
Release to Renew
Autumn brings release, but letting go rarely feels graceful at first. You may resist the ending, cling to what once gave meaning. There may be grief, nostalgia, or a haunting sense of emptiness. But spaciousness does not mean emptiness. You are clearing the ground for new growth and expression. Metal sharpens clarity. It strips away the excess to reveal what is true.
The Integration
Separating the Grace from the Grit
Autumn asks you to honor what’s essential and release the rest. This is a sacred opportunity for clarifying your essence, for tending to your deepest desires. Metal brings the gift of clarity, dignity, and spacious reverence. By surrendering to this season, you create room for grace, insight, and a deeper connection to what truly matters.
Daily Practices for the Autumn/Metal Season:
Declutter with Intention – Let go of one physical or emotional thing that no longer serves your values. Feel the freedom this allows.
Honor What’s Sacred – Light a candle, say a prayer, create space for reverence in daily life.
Breathe Deeply – Practice deep, conscious breathing to clear the mind and reconnect to your inner essence.
“Attention is the beginning of devotion”
Mary Oliver
