embracing autumn

i've been struggling with the transition into the slower cooler days of autumn. finding some guidance from my reading into Arurvedic wisdom and understanding how this is a season of vata - dry, rough, windy, erratic, cool, subtle, and clear. balancing the spacious airyness of vata helps us to stay calm, grounded and focused. awesome how an insight like this can help us during this season. Some tips for 'Autumn balance;' include more warm and grounding foods, root vegetables, warming spices like cinnamon, clove and nutmeg; keep warm and active, and maintain your routines. find joy in the rich deep colours of autumn and embrace the transition and change Xx