As summer winds down and we prepare for the rhythms of Autumn, we recognize this as a season of transition—full of movement, planning, and emotional recalibration. Whether you’re navigating family vacations, new routines, supporting young learners or young adults as they leave for college or launch careers, or simply adjusting to today’s rapid and shifting pace (the Earth is spinning faster, too!), this is an invitation to take a moment to honor both the energy and vulnerability that come with change.
Resilience Through Community
Transitions invite us to revisit our inner resources—resilience, presence, and especially the power of community.
At The Meetinghouse, we believe that wellbeing is cultivated not in isolation, but through shared experiences. This is a beautiful time to reconnect with practices that ground us: join a yoga class, attend a Zen meditation session, or simply walk through our gallery and breathe in the stillness of watercolor. These offerings aren’t just activities—they’re invitations to restore, reflect, and be in community with others who are navigating similar emotional and physical spaces.
In October, we will launch our Youth Leadership Initiative to connect middle-school leaders from local schools and organizations in Danbury and Ridgefield. Applications will open in September, and we’ll be sharing more details on that soon.
Empowerment in Practice
As Director of Leadership and Community Empowerment, I encourage you to consider what supports your growth with community this month. Could it be a creative writing workshop? A song circle or live performance? Or perhaps a quiet moment in our café, journaling your intentions for the season ahead. Whatever it is, let it be something that nourishes your spirit and reminds you: you belong here, and your journey matters to your community.
Dr. Fanta Waterman
Director of Leadership and Community Development, The Meetinghouse
