I can't believe that it is officially September. And while I hate to see the Summer months go, I am happy that we're closer to the Autumn and holiday seasons. September 22, 2024, marks the first official day of Autumn, and it is honestly my favorite time of the year. What comes to mind for you when you think of Fall? My first thought is planning and preparing for those seasonal occasions, pumpkin patches, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and everything in between. I also inadvertently transitioned my wardrobe with a heavy focus on thermal textures and flannels, which are go-to essentials during the cooler months.

Another big transition for me is transitioning my home from Summer to Fall; I get overly excited once September arrives and it's time to start redecorating and rearranging. At the same time, the season is my favorite; it's a bit different for me this year because my son is no longer a newborn. He will be one this Fall, so it has been essential for me to think about the seasonal transitions in advance and execute them in a way where the little one feels comfortable, too.

Over the last several years, by the time I got to January 1, all I could think about was how the months prior felt rushed and poorly prepared. I want to focus on getting away from those rushed feelings and preparing for the season in a lighthearted way that evokes joy for myself and my family. After connecting with my team and a few of my loved ones, here are my favorite Fall reset tips on transitioning your life + home from Summer to Fall.

LIFE TRANSITIONS

Revamping Your daily routine

It may seem wild, but who I am during the Summer compared to who I am during the Fall are two different people. I tend to have a more relaxed vibe during the Summer months. It's a bit harder to focus because I often think about lying poolside or ending the workday early to soak up the sun. I need to reassess my daily routines with the season shifts to align with where I am physically and mentally. During the Fall, I focus on waking up earlier, which allows me to focus more during the day. I limit my alcohol intake because while the Summer calls for endless cocktails, I am home more often during the cooler months and don't want to develop a bad habit of overdrinking while at home. I also incorporate warm baths, juicing, and healthy eating to balance myself.

Shifting My Workouts

Speaking of balancing myself out... The change in seasons also calls for a shift in how I stay active. Fall means daylight savings, so as it gets darker earlier, those outdoor walks with the baby in the evenings have to shift. I may not always have time to walk the baby first thing in the morning or go to the gym, so I transition to healthy in-home workouts that are effective and provide the same results that I'd get at the gym or walking the baby. My goal is always to have a good ratio of strengthening and lengthening to endurance. I build on this by doing cardio workouts, walking outdoors, and incorporating pilates into my routine. My home office also serves as a gym, so while I've lost the privilege of a private gym in my building, I leverage my under-desk treadmill while I work and my stepper or reformer during the evening.

HOME TRANSITIONS

Get Organized

Decluttering and getting organized should always be on your list as you transition to new seasons/phases in life. Keeping a clean, well-organized space is about how your space feels energetically, just as much as how it appears physically. Your personal spaces are an extension of you. What your personal space looks and feels like will also reflect how you look and feel. I encourage all of my clients to see the start of each season as a time for positive shifts. It should be celebrated and used to create space for new energy, new perspectives, and new routines. Just as spring inspires us to do some spring cleaning, lean into the calling that Fall offers to do the same. Clean out those junk drawers in the kitchen. Donate any unwanted cookware, drinkware, or silverware that is no longer in use. Declutter your closets, workspaces, and email inboxes. It shouldn't have to be said, but some of you need to be reminded to get rid of those old photos, voicemails, and text conversations in your phone of people you no longer associate with. It's out with the old and in with the new, remember?

Color Palette Updates

My favorite part of every year is updating the colors in my home to align with the season. Fall is all about textures and warmth. Comfortable, cozy, and relaxed is always the vibe for Fall. As you transition your home, you want to focus on decorating with throws, pillows, and accents in tones and patterns that reflect the season and yourself. The colors that you choose are essential as well. While we want the vibes to be warm and cozy, going too dark can shift the mood in your space. You want to be hyperaware of this if you struggle with seasonal depression. Taking a holistic approach to your seasonal decor is the key to keeping the color tones in your home well-balanced for your mental health. Consider decorating using Color Therapy, also known as Chromotherapy, a holistic method that aims to bring balance to your body's energy. I love exploring color theory when I decorate each season; I highly encourage you to do the same. You can invest in decorative storage, layer in some throw blankets and pillows for your living area, and shift the colors throughout the common areas to align with how you want to feel.

Elevating Your Seasonal Decor

Nothing excites me more than going to the home section in Target or trickling into my local HomeGoods to shop for Fall faux floral arrangements and scents. I try to avoid those pumpkin spice scents, but if that's your vibe, I support it, *side eye.* Adding in seasonal floral arrangements and scents helps to convey the season and gives a warm, welcoming feeling throughout your home. I like going the extra mile and adding some faux suede pumpkins in color tones that match my common areas. I often opt for faux pieces because they can be stored away and repurposed for the next season or whenever you need them. Check out below for some inspiration for seasonal decor.