September always feels like a fresh start to me.

Many years ago, a friend and I were creating themes for each month, and we coined September "Get-Your-Sh*t-Together September." As we became mothers, we rebranded it as "Get-Your-Self-Together September"—a month to move out of summer's exuberance and travel, settle into new projects, and spend time putting life back in order after a busier, more chaotic season.

If this resonates with you, I've got four powerful practices to help us settle into September and align with the rest of the year.

Feeling drained after the holidays? You're not alone. Between Halloween and New Year's, the magic can quickly turn into overwhelm—especially for parents. This simple January reflection practice helps you identify what worked, what didn't, and how to create holidays that align with your values next year. Grab your calendar and journal, and let's make next holiday season feel more like ease and less like exhaustion.

As autumn settles in around us, this season offers a unique opportunity to work with the natural rhythm of letting go. Whether you're ready to tackle that cluttered drawer, clear out a whole room, or engage more deeply with the grief you've been carrying, fall's energy supports both practical and emotional release.