Kate’s reflections on ‘letting go’ as seasons change

The Princess of Wales says autumn is a season of “reflection and purification” and encourages people to “embrace the beauty in change”.

In her latest seasonal video, part of Kensington Palace’s quarterly Mother Nature series, Kate also describes it as the season of “deeper connection.”

The Princess launched the series in northern spring as a celebration of the changing seasons.

On Instagram, Kate described fall as “the season of reflection, growth, and deeper connections. Embrace the beauty found in change as you prepare for winter rest. C”

Filming for the video took place in Northern Ireland, which the princess visited with the Prince of Wales in October, including Long Meadow Cider in Co Armagh and Mallon Farm in Co Tyrone.

“As the days get shorter and the shadows lengthen, the energy of summer gravitates towards autumn. This is a season of reflection and purification,” Kate said.

“Just as we learn to let go of things that are no longer needed, trees shed their canopy to prepare for winter.

“With greater awareness of our inner and outer worlds, we can find clarity and purpose in what matters most, encouraging us to simply pay attention and listen.

“Mother Nature teaches us that beauty can be found in change, impermanence and abandonment. These are the natural cycles of life,” he said.

“As the flowers fall and the colors fade, the roots grow deeper and stronger.

“Let love be the root that holds us, let it be the light that guides us with hope through change. Hang on.”