10 Questions to Ask Yourself in the Autumn of Your Life

Autumn, my favorite time of year, but this year it signals more than ever the changing seasons in my own life.It seems but a few months ago that I celebrated the holidays. Now they're almost here again......already?What?Where did the time go? What did I do with that time?I wonder how many more autumns I'll get to see, and how many family get-togethers are in my earthly future?And, of course, I think about where am I in relation to God's timetable on going Home.Perhaps these musings are gloomy, but I doubt I'm the only woman thinking them.I do know they're a launching pad for the more critical questions of being present to what is really important to me ... and to God.I'm transitioning into one of the later seasons of living, the one where you begin to think about what really counts.And since I rarely go on new adventures alone, I thought I'd share my questions for you to ponder too.

10 questions to ask yourself in the autumn of your life

1. Am I spending my time in a way that really matters to me?

2. What do I want to change in my relationships, and how can I help that happen?

3. Am I feeling obligated to do things that really need to be removed from my "should" list? How do I get rid of my "should" list?

4. What kind of woman do I want to become before I meet Jesus face to face?

5. What isn't working in my life right now, even though it might have in the past?

6. What situation or activity no longer brings me peace or joy?

7. If something no longer brings me joy, how can I explore different solutions or activities, or change my perspective to see the situation differently?

8. What do I long for during this season of my life?

9. What will bring me soul peace and a sense of rest and contentment?

10. If I want to grab everything God has for me during this season, what do I have to let go of to allow what I want into my life?

These are tough questions to answer truthfully.But based on your answers, you can let go of some dreams and activities to make space to embraced new ones.

Honestly, time doesn't hold the volume it once did

So much used to fit into a day.Now ... not so much.These gorgeous, golden leaves of autumn are symbolic of a fading life, a beautiful present, and the assuredly of a magnificent winter.In other words, honor your past, look forward to your future. But LIVE in the present.What questions do you need to ask and answer for yourself to make the most of the autumn of your life?Hugs,SusanP.S. Need more on this subject? Here you go:How to Harvest Your TimeAge Gracefully by Dealing With Your Snarly SelfGrowing Old Is NOT For Sissies!