As the days grow shorter, it’s easy to feel the weight of the season—gloomy skies, colder air, and summer memories fading into the past. For many of us, this time of year can bring that familiar feeling of seasonal blues, where we feel drained and life’s challenges seem a little bit bigger. But here’s the thing: challenges, whether they’re seasonal or something deeper, don’t have to drag us down. We have a choice—a beautiful choice—to lean into faith, to embrace the love of those around us, and to allow that connection to lift us up. Today, Father Hurley walks us through how his Grandmother is a great example to us all of how we can navigate tough times, how leaning into God’s love and the support of our communities can renew our spirits, and how we can find joy and hope, even on the cloudiest of days.