2025 Craft of Living. By Charlotte Leysen.
Fri 11 Sep
Early Autumn. Visible change is in the air. Mornings are cool, and evenings arrive earlier with a crisp edge. Apples are finally Leaves begin to turn and fall as trees withdraw energy back into their roots, and fields are cleared after harvest. Migrating birds depart, insects fade, and the landscape softens into warmer, muted tones.
Intentional Release: I release what is no longer sustainable.
Rebalancing & Realignment: I recalibrate my life to match my energy and values.
Simplification: I simplify to create space and stability.
I let go with grace.
I align my life with what is essential.
I choose balance over excess.
I prepare wisely for the coming quiet.
I trust the cycle of release.
Reducing excess now prevents depletion later.
This is an ideal time to revise routines, priorities, and commitments.
Autumn teaches that shedding is not loss—it is wisdom.
Autumn gratitude is grounded and mature.
Theme: Completion & Integration
Energy: Light, social, satisfying
Focus: Wrapping up, reflecting, celebrating
Motivation: What did I accomplish?
Theme: Seed & Stillness
This is the darkest point of the cycle. Energy is low but potent—perfect for planting intentions rather than acting on them.
Energy: Quiet, inward, receptive
Focus: Intention-setting, rest, listening
Motivation: What wants to begin?
Sunrise: 05:28
Sunset: 18:24
Daylight Hours: 12.94
Using the information above about today's date, add today's weather and your mood to set your intentions for the day.
Write in your journal, drawing from what nature is telling us.
What is the focus of today, what do you plan to do.
2025 Craft of Living. By Charlotte Leysen.