When Fall Hits Different: Navigating the Season as a Grown Woman
- wearedopetogether
- Oct 1
- 2 min read
Listen. Fall ain’t just about pumpkin spice lattes and cute boots; it’s about change. And for women between 35 and 50? Whew, chile… the changes hit harder than a cold breeze at 7 a.m. while you still in sandals. Let’s talk about it.
The Emotional Rollercoaster
When the days get shorter, so does my patience. Less sunlight means moods can dip real quick. And if you add perimenopause, hot flashes, or that random 3 a.m. wake-up call your body insists on? Sis, it can feel like fall is playing games with your whole spirit.
Strategy: Get that sunlight when you can; open the blinds, take a walk at lunch, even sit in your car and let the sun bless your face. And if you need to, don’t be afraid of that therapy appointment or a good ol’ vitamin D supplement.
Midlife Reflections Be Real
Something about fall makes you realize time is moving. Kids growing up, career shifting, body changing will have you asking, “Who even am I now?” Meanwhile, you’re scrolling social media, and folks got perfect pumpkin patch pictures while you over here trying to remember if you even bought milk.
Strategy: Instead of comparing, create your own seasonal ritual. Maybe it’s a Sunday soup night, a cozy journaling routine, or a gratitude list that keeps you grounded. Sis, your version of fall doesn’t need to look like anybody else’s Instagram feed.
Family and Friend Juggling Act
Back-to-school, football practice, parent-teacher meetings, work deadlines, and here come the holidays creeping up lol like, didn’t we just take down the Christmas tree? And let’s be real, friendships shift at this age. Some of your girls busy, some moved away, and some you only see when somebody gets married or buried.
Strategy: Keep it simple. Send that “just checking on you” text. Schedule one coffee date or a phone call. And if your circle has shrunk? Use fall to make space for new connections; book clubs, church groups, yoga, whatever gives you life.
🧘🏾♀️ How to Keep Your Sanity This Fall
Protect your peace: You don’t need to say “yes” to every invite or every PTA request.
Move your body: A 20-minute walk in the crisp air can shift your whole mood.
Stay cozy: A good blanket, scented candle, and a playlist can heal things a therapist can’t (well… almost).
Check your self-talk: Instead of “I’m falling apart,” try “I’m falling into place.”
✨ Final Word
Sis, fall doesn’t have to feel like a fight. Yes, it comes with shorter days, heavier schedules, and all the emotions. But it can also be a season of slowing down, reflecting, and planting seeds for what’s next. So grab your tea, your journal, and your peace of mind because this season, we’re not just surviving… we’re thriving (with cute boots on, of course).
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