O, you living in the world of six directions, 


accept the gloom and accept the bliss, 


for those seeds buried in the ground

will one day grow into fruitful orchards.


-Rumi

Every year, as mid-August arrives and the daylight starts to shift, I've noticed a significant drop in my energy levels. It's as if the changing seasons are mirrored in my own being. In the past, I used to resist this shift, trying to fight against the inevitable decline in daylight and the accompanying dip in my spirits.

But over time, I've learned the valuable lesson of embracing this energetic shift. Instead of rallying against it, I've come to recognize that it's a natural part of the seasonal transition, much like the falling leaves and the cooler temperatures. Just as Rumi encourages us to accept both the gloom and the bliss, I've found that by accepting this annual change in my energy, it moves through me more graciously.

This acceptance has allowed me to see the beauty in the fall season in a new light. I've come to appreciate the coziness of longer nights, the opportunity to slow down and reflect, and the chance to engage in activities that nourish my soul. It's during these moments of introspection that I've found the most profound insights and personal growth.

Much like the seeds buried in the ground, my energy dip in late summer and early fall has become a fertile ground for self-discovery and renewal. It's a time when I can let go of what no longer serves me and make space for new ideas and aspirations to take root.

In embracing this seasonal ebb and flow, I've learned to appreciate the lows as much as the highs. They are all part of the intricate dance of life, and by allowing them to move through me gracefully, I've found a deeper sense of harmony and resilience. Just as Rumi's words remind us, by accepting the changes in our energy and mood, we open ourselves up to the possibility of growth and transformation, even during the darkest of times.

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