Craft a Season of Abundance: Strategies for a Fulfilling Summer
Summer: A Time for Celebration and Reflection
Embracing the Energy of Summer
Summer is about leisure and enjoying life. With the days longer and the sun more energizing, we also have more time, energy and enthusiasm to reflect and think about what is working and what isn’t in our lives.
Throughout time, summer has been a season of celebration, abundance, fertility and harvest. Many of us continue this tradition by taking vacations in the summer.
The Season of Celebration and Connection
School is out, the days are longer, the weather is warmer. Lakes, rivers and oceans are a more comfortable temperature for swimming. So we continue the season of celebration with parties, reunions, barbecues, and trips. This is the time to spend with family and friends and enjoy all life has to offer, our harvest so to speak.
Rediscovering Leisure: The Importance of Hobbies
As I think about summer and leisure, one thing that strikes me so profoundly is how few of us actually have hobbies or leisure activities we do on a regular basis. Which is so important for out well being. This comes up often in my readings. I see that so many people not only don’t have a hobby but don’t even know what they want to do for one. In our overly structured, over-planned lives, we often plan vacations, but do we plan for fun? Do we carve out time for hobbies or leisure activities? For some, the answer is yes, but for many, it’s no. Now is the perfect time to explore what you love.
Finding Your Passion: Start with What You Loved as a Child
If you’re unsure of where to begin, think back to your childhood. What did you enjoy doing back then? What sparked joy and excitement? Often, revisiting childhood interests can be a great way to rediscover forgotten passions.
Reflecting on Your Harvest: A Moment to Celebrate Life
As you soak in the longer days and higher energy of summer, I invite you to pause and reflect.
Are you enjoying your harvest?
Where are you in your life right now?
How are your relationships?
Do you have hobbies or activities that rejuvenate you?
This is a season to celebrate your achievements, relationships, and all you have created. Take the time to slow down and acknowledge the life you’ve built—your home, your work, your connections. This is your season to appreciate everything you’ve accomplished and to make space for play.
Summer: The Season to Play and Celebrate
Summer is the perfect time to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and embrace leisure. Take time to reflect, celebrate your harvest, and engage in the activities that bring you joy. This is your season to honor who you are and all you’ve created. So go ahead—play, rejuvenate, and revel in the beauty of the season.