Finding Your Feet in Autumn: A Grounding Practice

As autumn deepens, the days shorten and the air cools, nature invites us to slow down and ground ourselves. After the energy of summer and the shifts of September, October is a month to pause, steady, and connect back to the earth beneath our feet.

Grounding is about creating stability, not in the sense of never changing, but in finding a place within ourselves that feels calm, balanced, and safe to return to. Horses model this beautifully. Their quiet presence and natural attunement remind us that it’s possible to stand steady, even when life feels full.

For some, especially women navigating ADHD or heightened sensitivity, this season can bring a sense of emotional overload, too many moving pieces, too many demands. Equine-assisted learning sessions create space to step away from the noise and experience what it feels like to slow down. In the company of the herd, clients often notice their breath deepen and their bodies soften, finding balance again in the present moment.

Soundbaths, too, offer a grounding pathway. The resonance of the instruments helps bring awareness back into the body, shifting racing thoughts into calm presence. Just as the earth settles into its autumn rhythm, sound and stillness help us anchor ourselves into a state of ease.

This October, we invite you to plant your feet firmly on the ground and ask: What helps me feel steady, even when life feels overwhelming?