The Economy mirrors the seasonal cycles

Mar's Musings the Economy mirrors the seasonal cycles

Welcome to this week's Mars Musings. As we step into December, a month of reflection and transition, I want to explore the cyclical nature of the economy and its parallels with the changing seasons.

Much like the natural rhythms of the year, the economy experiences cycles—recessions, recoveries, growth periods, and peaks. Just as we enter the yin time of winter, reflecting on the falling leaves, the economy undergoes phases that mirror the cyclical patterns of our lives, like day and night or the ebb and flow of the breath and the ocean.

Understanding the cyclical nature of the economy allows us to align our lives accordingly. While unforeseen events may disrupt the cycles, we can still navigate and adjust our plans. If you need funds in the short term, avoid investing in cyclical assets. However, for long-term goals, riding through economic cycles becomes more feasible, acknowledging that despite the waves, the overall trend moves toward your objective.

As we approach year-end, it's a perfect time to reflect on your goals and intentions for the upcoming year. During challenging times, recognizing the impact of economic cycles is crucial. Instead of fighting against these waves, consider viewing them as undulating patterns in the ocean. By understanding and planning through these cycles, you shift from a survival mindset to a strategic, long-term approach.

My wish is for more of us to embrace this understanding, grounding it in our systems. By making plans and moving beyond survival mode, we can navigate the waves of the economy with resilience and foresight. While we can't predict every event, we can prepare ourselves to weather the storms and stay centred on our intentions and strategies.

I hope this musing inspires you to see the economy through a different lens, make peace with its cycles, and open up to your goals and intentions for the coming year. Consider how you can bring your finances, purpose, and aspirations into alignment, creating a vision for the cycle that lies ahead.

Wishing you clarity, resilience, and forward momentum as you navigate the cycles of life and economy.

Warmly,

Mar