When fall arrives there’s a collective feeling of, well, falling back into place: school resumes, family schedules become routine-ish, summer vacations are still-warm memories, and the holiday calendar spreads out before us. One trick is to use this 4th quarter to reassess and regroup. Why wait until January to reconfirm our resolutions—or set new ones? Take some time, a few deep breaths and an honest look at your goals and relative actions. Where and how have you hit the mark? Relish the accomplishments. And when you’ve fallen short, what’s the quickest path to get back on track? Or, perhaps an old goal is no longer relevant. Let autumn’s shorter days and falling leaves gently remind you how fragile life is and help you find perspective on what’s important. Be kind to yourself. Then take those steps that will benefit you, your family and the environment we all share. There is power in now.