Falling To Rise by The Dysania Concept (2022)
All things eventually come to an end, and there’s no better metaphor for this than Autumn. In this season, trees lose their leaves, and animals begin to find shelter and prepare for winter. The liveliness of nature comes to an end, but it also prompts something more than an end, a beginning. So, in this edition of The Mindsets, we’ll explore the qualities, virtues and skills Autumn teaches us through its role in the cycle of life and death. As Chad Sugg masterfully explains, “Love the trees until their leaves fall off, then encourage them to try again next year.”
1. Preservation
Autumn teaches us to preserve what matters and let go of what doesn’t. During these days, when trees turn orange and animals prepare for hibernation, Autumn reminds us of the true value of what surrounds us. The leaves of a tree are transitional, but the trunk is who it is, and the animals only take what they truly need to survive winter. Therefore, Autumn demonstrates the importance of knowing who we are and staying true to that, as well as recognising what truly matters to us and what doesn’t. And consequently, it proves that we can survive harsh times with less than we believe.
2. Change
Autumn teaches us to value every moment, as change is the only constant in life. Winter is as inevitable as summer, both being the extremes of nature. And Autumn is a moment of transition between the two. Some of us adore the romanticism of winter, and others the liveliness of summer. Nevertheless, we must all understand we can’t be in one forever, as change is necessary to grow. So, Autumn teaches us the importance of cherishing every moment regardless of the conditions. Summer has gone, winter is coming, winter will soon be gone, and summer will come again. Hence, we must embrace change, become one with it, and maximise every moment, no matter the conditions. It is your responsibility to enjoy your life.
3. Self-Growth
Autumn teaches us to reflect on who we’ve been and what we will become. Autumn teaches us the importance of understanding and preserving what matters and valuing every moment regardless of the conditions, as change is inevitable. And these teachings are the foundation for Autumn’s ultimate lesson: life works in cycles, as do our minds and identity. We all mature as we live. We know better who we’ve been, who we are, and want to be. Autumn reflects the most crucial moment in our constant self-growth, knowing when to take that step to die and be reborn. Autumn is the bridge between flourishing and withering. Autumn is the transition between abundance and scarcity. Most importantly, Autumn is a reminder a season has come to an end, but also a reminder a new one is starting, as it imitates the ever-lasting process of growth and maturity we all face. So when feeling low moments are coming, remember you have to fall to have somewhere new to rise.
Autumn is the sunset in nature, giving a last moment of light and abundance before darkness. Nevertheless, as the night is inevitable, so is the sunrise. Therefore, Autumn teaches us to understand the balance of life. Autumn teaches us to preserve what matters, especially when expecting to face tough times. Autumn teaches us to become one with change, not fight it, as accepting and embracing it will only help you transition smoothly between periods. And most importantly, Autumn teaches us that life works in cycles, and those cycles are what allow us to grow and mature into who we want to be. We must fall to rise, hopefully way higher than last time. So, we invite you to adopt The Autumn’s Mindset as an understanding of the value of what matters, the value of change and, most importantly, of how in life we must embrace the cycle, including its ups and downs, to keep shaping ourselves into who we want to be.
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