Take a deep breath. It's the first day of fall!
When it comes to fall, I am ALL IN. Pumpkin spice lattes, apple cider donuts, sweatshirts, football...Bring. It. On. (Last week, I even came home from Trader Joe's with fall leaf-shaped tortilla chips and pasta shaped like pumpkins. I might need an intervention.)
I've been thinking about why I'm so attached to this season. Of course, I can have a favorite just because it's my favorite ... but what is it about fall that generates such enthusiasm for me?
It's permission to let go.
When the heat of summer wanes and nature signals a slowdown, it's like my soul can breathe again. It's as though it is giving me permission to start a little slower, snuggle in for an extra minute, and just look around me. The gorgeous leaves stop me in my tracks daily this time of year.
Here's what is curious to me about this though...this is also my busiest time of the year! Between my corporate clients staring down the homestretch of Q4, travel to speaking engagements, and junior high football, it's a juggling act. (I know you know what I'm talking about!)
It's a paradox.
In my desire to press play on my day, nature calls me to pause. In fact, she's quietly, but brilliantly, trying to get my attention in the stunning yellow leaves, the shock of the cool morning, and the gorgeous orange sunsets. So, I'm listening. I'm pausing.
Want to join me?
Two unique opportunities to learn from nature -- and one another!
I'm thrilled to offer this nature-inspired experience in collaboration with my friend, Pam Lowe Cho. Pam is the Founder of Trek Coaching Outdoors, where she combines her deep coaching experience with her unique ability to engage nature to create a sense of calm, clarity, and restoration.
You can expect a restorative afternoon designed to help you reconnect and recenter, learning from the season about where you might need to let go. This event is designed to be an individual experience, surrounded by a community. You will be comfortable on your own -- and are welcome to bring a friend.
Beginning with lunch at noon, we will gather and set the stage for our time in the woods. We will build our community for the afternoon and set our intention for the day. From there, we will head into the woods to see what nature has to share with us.(Don't worry, we're not doing significant hiking, just a gentle stroll through the trees and around the lakes.)We will close the day with a beautiful ceremony you won't soon forget.
Creating this moment to pause and create inspired action is so important
that we are offering 2 events!
Both events will have a similar flow and the details will connect to each special location: Cincinnati Nature Center on October 13 and Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum on October 21.
Each event will begin with a seasonal lunch at noon and wrap up around 4:00 PM. These events will proceed rain or shine (don't worry, we have indoor space if needed!). In addition to lunch and materials, all-day admission to each park is included in the event price! Bring a friend and plan to go on a hike or walk through the art!
REGISTER NOW! $179 per person
Register for October 13 Gathering at Cincinnati Nature Center
Register for October 21 Gathering at Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park
Pam and I are so excited to create this space for you. We are committed to using our gifts to design a gathering that is as impactful as it is restorative.