The Fall of the Leaf: Autumn’s Invitation to Let Go Dear Yoga Shala Community , As the leaves begin their graceful descent, painting our world in amber and gold, we’re reminded of an old English phrase: “the fall of the leaf.” This poetic expression, which gave us the American term “fall,” captures something profound about this season—it’s not just about change, but about the art of letting go. Nature’s Perfect Teacher Watch a tree in autumn. It doesn’t resist the changing