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Autumn Quote by Jean Liedloff

“This, at last, was where things were as they ought to be. Everything was in its place -- the tree, the earth underneath, the rock, the moss. In autumn, it would be right; in winter under the snow, it would be perfect in its wintriness. Spring would come again and miracle within miracle would…” quote by Jean Liedloff
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“This, at last, was where things were as they ought to be. Everything was in its place -- the tree, the earth underneath, the rock, the moss. In autumn, it would be right; in winter under the snow, it would be perfect in its wintriness. Spring would come again and miracle within miracle would unfold, each at its special pace, some things having died off, some sprouting in their first spring, but all of equal and utter rightness.”

Jean Liedloff

About This Quote

Source Book: The Lost Child by Jean Liedloff, 1975

Nature follows its own rhythm; each season brings its own perfection, and all things find their rightful place.

In simple terms: Nature is perfectly timed.

Key Takeaway

Respect natural cycles and their timing.

Themes

nature seasons balance growth impermanence acceptance

Mood

peaceful reverent

Type

reflective poetic

When to use this quote

  • gardening
  • environmental planning
  • personal healing
  • seasonal living
  • mindful observation

Key Concepts

ecology philosophy spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you honor the timing of your own life?
  • What can you learn from each season’s lesson?
A Different Perspective

Human schedules often clash with natural timing.

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