#natureheals — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #natureheals, aggregated by home.social.
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#Aotearoa / #NewZealand - The case for #WildlifeCorridors, bridges & belts
Connected networks of vegetated or aquatic spaces that enable movement of species across fragmented urban landscapes.
Excerpt: "#ClimateChange – #VegetatedCorridors contribute to #UrbanCooling and #microclimate regulation, supporting #ClimateAdaptation benefits alongside #biodiversity outcomes.
#HumanWellbeing – Access to connected, #biodiverse #GreenSpaces is associated with improved psychological wellbeing and restorative experiences.
#Freshwater security – Riparian and #BlueGreenCorridors can improve #stormwater attenuation, #WaterQuality, and #flood #resilience while supporting aquatic and terrestrial connectivity."Read more:
https://aotearoabiodivercity.org/design-strategies/green-wildlife-corridors-bridges-and-belts/#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeAdaptation #GreenerCities #GreenCorridors #WildlifeCrossing #WaterIsLife #NatureHeals #SpendTimeInNature #Greenspaces
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#Aotearoa / #NewZealand - The case for #WildlifeCorridors, bridges & belts
Connected networks of vegetated or aquatic spaces that enable movement of species across fragmented urban landscapes.
Excerpt: "#ClimateChange – #VegetatedCorridors contribute to #UrbanCooling and #microclimate regulation, supporting #ClimateAdaptation benefits alongside #biodiversity outcomes.
#HumanWellbeing – Access to connected, #biodiverse #GreenSpaces is associated with improved psychological wellbeing and restorative experiences.
#Freshwater security – Riparian and #BlueGreenCorridors can improve #stormwater attenuation, #WaterQuality, and #flood #resilience while supporting aquatic and terrestrial connectivity."Read more:
https://aotearoabiodivercity.org/design-strategies/green-wildlife-corridors-bridges-and-belts/#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeAdaptation #GreenerCities #GreenCorridors #WildlifeCrossing #WaterIsLife #NatureHeals #SpendTimeInNature #Greenspaces
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I spent some quiet time in the backyard with my camera. I love finding the discipline to minimize my movements so I don't startle the bees. It paid off today as I captured them sampling the catnip flowers (a local favorite)!
#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #GardeningForPollinators #Bumblebees #NatureHeals
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I spent some quiet time in the backyard with my camera. I love finding the discipline to minimize my movements so I don't startle the bees. It paid off today as I captured them sampling the catnip flowers (a local favorite)!
#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #GardeningForPollinators #Bumblebees #NatureHeals
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How to Design a #SensoryGarden
A sensory garden utilizes all five basic senses to engage the visitor in unique ways. Horticultural expert Sarah Jay talks about concepts for designing these spaces!
by Sarah Jay, February 13, 2025
"Creating a sensory garden is a rewarding experience, no matter the reason. Upgrading an existing garden to include sensory elements is just as beneficial, enhancing the space for everyone who enters it.
"Whether you’re working in a public-facing garden or one in your backyard, incorporating sensory elements is easy. Engaging all five senses not only enriches the experience but also deepens your connection with the plants and natural elements around you.
"Let’s explore sensory gardens and what goes into them. We’ll take a brief look at their history and discuss how you can plan and implement your own sensory space at home or wherever you garden."
Learn more:
https://www.epicgardening.com/sensory-garden/#SolarPunkSunday #SensoryFriendlyGardens #SpendTimeInNature #NatureHeals
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How to Design a #SensoryGarden
A sensory garden utilizes all five basic senses to engage the visitor in unique ways. Horticultural expert Sarah Jay talks about concepts for designing these spaces!
by Sarah Jay, February 13, 2025
"Creating a sensory garden is a rewarding experience, no matter the reason. Upgrading an existing garden to include sensory elements is just as beneficial, enhancing the space for everyone who enters it.
"Whether you’re working in a public-facing garden or one in your backyard, incorporating sensory elements is easy. Engaging all five senses not only enriches the experience but also deepens your connection with the plants and natural elements around you.
"Let’s explore sensory gardens and what goes into them. We’ll take a brief look at their history and discuss how you can plan and implement your own sensory space at home or wherever you garden."
Learn more:
https://www.epicgardening.com/sensory-garden/#SolarPunkSunday #SensoryFriendlyGardens #SpendTimeInNature #NatureHeals
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‘Into the Wild’: A meta-synthesis of talking therapy in natural outdoor spaces
This Meta-synthesis highlights the benefits of holding therapy sessions in #nature, which can reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance emotional well-being. While outdoor therapy offers unique advantages, such as greater openness and connection with nature, it also requires careful consideration of client suitability and professional training.
"Summary:
This article explores the benefits of conducting talking therapy in natural outdoor settings, which can reduce stress and improve mood. By integrating therapy with nature, practitioners enhance emotional well-being and encourage open expression. A review of 38 studies involving 322 practitioners and 163 clients outlines best practices and techniques.
Outdoor therapy ranges from using nature as a calming backdrop to actively incorporating the environment into sessions. While challenges like client suitability and professional training exist, the study highlights its growing potential in mental health care. However, a few limitations were identified such as potential distractions, lack of privacy, and lack of control around weather conditions."
Link to article [via #ScienceDirect]:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0272735820300295#SolarPunkSunday #OutdoorTherapy #HorticulturalTherapy #TalkTherapy #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureHeals
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‘Into the Wild’: A meta-synthesis of talking therapy in natural outdoor spaces
This Meta-synthesis highlights the benefits of holding therapy sessions in #nature, which can reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance emotional well-being. While outdoor therapy offers unique advantages, such as greater openness and connection with nature, it also requires careful consideration of client suitability and professional training.
"Summary:
This article explores the benefits of conducting talking therapy in natural outdoor settings, which can reduce stress and improve mood. By integrating therapy with nature, practitioners enhance emotional well-being and encourage open expression. A review of 38 studies involving 322 practitioners and 163 clients outlines best practices and techniques.
Outdoor therapy ranges from using nature as a calming backdrop to actively incorporating the environment into sessions. While challenges like client suitability and professional training exist, the study highlights its growing potential in mental health care. However, a few limitations were identified such as potential distractions, lack of privacy, and lack of control around weather conditions."
Link to article [via #ScienceDirect]:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0272735820300295#SolarPunkSunday #OutdoorTherapy #HorticulturalTherapy #TalkTherapy #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureHeals
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The Weight of Wonder
Two nights before leaving for the Pacific Northwest, I find myself surrounded by wrinkled itinerary pages, hiking gear, and a dream I’ve carried for nearly half my life. What begins as a story about planning slowly becomes something much deeper: learning that simply standing in the place you’ve longed for can matter more than finishing every mile.https://perfectlyimperfectlife.blog/2026/07/19/the-weight-of-wonder/
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The Weight of Wonder
Two nights before leaving for the Pacific Northwest, I find myself surrounded by wrinkled itinerary pages, hiking gear, and a dream I’ve carried for nearly half my life. What begins as a story about planning slowly becomes something much deeper: learning that simply standing in the place you’ve longed for can matter more than finishing every mile.https://perfectlyimperfectlife.blog/2026/07/19/the-weight-of-wonder/
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How to Make a #SensoryGarden—the Landscaping Trend That Engages All 5 Senses
The growing trend is designed to help you #ConnectWithNature and practice #mindfulness.
Madeline Buiano, May 9, 2025
Excerpt: "Benefits of a Sensory Garden
Gardens are always beautiful, but there are many reasons why sensory gardens are specifically beneficial for the body, mind, and soul, including the following:
- #Accessibility: Everyone can enjoy a sensory garden. 'Equally, people with #disabilities can benefit from a range of sensory opportunities,' says Rebecca Lane, arboretum supervisor at #KewGardens. 'Visually impaired people, for example, can explore through touch, smell, and sound.' People with hearing impairments can enjoy the space through touch, smell, and taste.
- Mindfulness: The elements of a sensory garden help people practice the principles of mindfulness. 'The sense of touch sends a signal to the brain and nervous system, and we focus on feeling,' says Langelo. 'We start feeling in the present. We focus on a particular plant, and that becomes our world at present. This is mindfulness. It is a state of being present.'
- Stress and anxiety relief: 'In helping to awaken all five senses, these gardens reduce stress and anxiety for any individual and allow the individual to focus more clearly on their environment, which is the sacred space within the garden,' says Langelo."Learn more:
https://www.marthastewart.com/sensory-garden-8403999#SolarPunkSunday #InclusiveSpaces
#SensoryFriendlyGardens #Inclusivity #SpendTimeInNature #NatureHeals #AccessibleGreenSpaces -
How to Make a #SensoryGarden—the Landscaping Trend That Engages All 5 Senses
The growing trend is designed to help you #ConnectWithNature and practice #mindfulness.
Madeline Buiano, May 9, 2025
Excerpt: "Benefits of a Sensory Garden
Gardens are always beautiful, but there are many reasons why sensory gardens are specifically beneficial for the body, mind, and soul, including the following:
- #Accessibility: Everyone can enjoy a sensory garden. 'Equally, people with #disabilities can benefit from a range of sensory opportunities,' says Rebecca Lane, arboretum supervisor at #KewGardens. 'Visually impaired people, for example, can explore through touch, smell, and sound.' People with hearing impairments can enjoy the space through touch, smell, and taste.
- Mindfulness: The elements of a sensory garden help people practice the principles of mindfulness. 'The sense of touch sends a signal to the brain and nervous system, and we focus on feeling,' says Langelo. 'We start feeling in the present. We focus on a particular plant, and that becomes our world at present. This is mindfulness. It is a state of being present.'
- Stress and anxiety relief: 'In helping to awaken all five senses, these gardens reduce stress and anxiety for any individual and allow the individual to focus more clearly on their environment, which is the sacred space within the garden,' says Langelo."Learn more:
https://www.marthastewart.com/sensory-garden-8403999#SolarPunkSunday #InclusiveSpaces
#SensoryFriendlyGardens #Inclusivity #SpendTimeInNature #NatureHeals #AccessibleGreenSpaces -
Creating #SensoryGardens for #Neurodiverse Individuals: A Guide to #Inclusive #OutdoorSpaces
By Elena, Sep 23, 2025
"Imagine a #garden that doesn’t just ask to be looked at, but to be felt. A place where the rustle of leaves is a gentle song, the scent of #lavender is a calming blanket, and the texture of smooth river stones is a quiet anchor. This is the essence of a #SensoryGarden designed for #neurodiverse individuals—a space that understands that we all experience the world in beautifully different ways.
"#Neurodiversity is the idea that variations in brain function—like #autism, #ADHD, #dyslexia, and others—are natural, human variations. Not deficits. And for many neurodiverse people, sensory processing is a key part of that experience. Some folks are #hypersensitive, where a buzzing bee can feel overwhelming. Others are #hyposensitive, seeking out #IntenseSensoryInput to feel regulated. A well-designed sensory garden caters to this entire spectrum, creating a sanctuary that can reduce anxiety, improve focus, and simply provide a much-needed refuge from an #overstimulating world."
Learn more:
https://simplegardeningideas.com/creating-sensory-gardens-for-neurodiverse-individuals/#SolarPunkSunday #InclusiveSpaces #SensoryFriendlyGardens #Inclusivity #SpendTimeInNature #NatureHeals #AccessibleGreenSpaces
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Creating #SensoryGardens for #Neurodiverse Individuals: A Guide to #Inclusive #OutdoorSpaces
By Elena, Sep 23, 2025
"Imagine a #garden that doesn’t just ask to be looked at, but to be felt. A place where the rustle of leaves is a gentle song, the scent of #lavender is a calming blanket, and the texture of smooth river stones is a quiet anchor. This is the essence of a #SensoryGarden designed for #neurodiverse individuals—a space that understands that we all experience the world in beautifully different ways.
"#Neurodiversity is the idea that variations in brain function—like #autism, #ADHD, #dyslexia, and others—are natural, human variations. Not deficits. And for many neurodiverse people, sensory processing is a key part of that experience. Some folks are #hypersensitive, where a buzzing bee can feel overwhelming. Others are #hyposensitive, seeking out #IntenseSensoryInput to feel regulated. A well-designed sensory garden caters to this entire spectrum, creating a sanctuary that can reduce anxiety, improve focus, and simply provide a much-needed refuge from an #overstimulating world."
Learn more:
https://simplegardeningideas.com/creating-sensory-gardens-for-neurodiverse-individuals/#SolarPunkSunday #InclusiveSpaces #SensoryFriendlyGardens #Inclusivity #SpendTimeInNature #NatureHeals #AccessibleGreenSpaces
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Yesterday’s sunset.
#Florida #NatureHeals #GulfOfMexico -
Yesterday’s sunset.
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When the bipolar monster is screaming in your head, you have to force your attention back to your body. Get your hands in the dirt, hold a cold glass of water, or feel the wind. Use the physical world to anchor your racing mind! 🌱 #GroundingTechniques #NatureHeals #BipolarSupport
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Yesterday, I Needed Quiet
For the past few weeks, I’ve been sleeping more than I have in a long time. I’ll wake up only to fall back asleep again. Projects I’ve been excited about sit untouched. Chores around the house feel bigger than they should. I honestly don’t know why. Yesterday was no different. I almost didn’t go.https://perfectlyimperfectlife.blog/2026/07/05/yesterday-i-needed-quiet/
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Yesterday, I Needed Quiet
For the past few weeks, I’ve been sleeping more than I have in a long time. I’ll wake up only to fall back asleep again. Projects I’ve been excited about sit untouched. Chores around the house feel bigger than they should. I honestly don’t know why. Yesterday was no different. I almost didn’t go.https://perfectlyimperfectlife.blog/2026/07/05/yesterday-i-needed-quiet/
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Chapter Seven: Return to Wonder | Perfectly Imperfect Life
For years, the Pacific Northwest has lived somewhere in my imagination. As July begins, I’m reflecting on why some places stay with us long before we’ve ever arrived and how learning to notice beauty has quietly changed the way I move through the world.https://perfectlyimperfectlife.blog/2026/07/01/chapter-seven-return-to-wonder/
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Chapter Seven: Return to Wonder | Perfectly Imperfect Life
For years, the Pacific Northwest has lived somewhere in my imagination. As July begins, I’m reflecting on why some places stay with us long before we’ve ever arrived and how learning to notice beauty has quietly changed the way I move through the world.https://perfectlyimperfectlife.blog/2026/07/01/chapter-seven-return-to-wonder/
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241 Days Later
For so much of the last week, I have been focused on what felt broken. The Body Dysmorphia. The RSD. The exhaustion. The darkness that likes to lurk in the shadows, waiting for an opportunity to convince me that I am weaker than I really am. Monday reminded me that while those things may always be part of my story, they are not the whole story.https://perfectlyimperfectlife.blog/2026/06/23/241-days-later/
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241 Days Later
For so much of the last week, I have been focused on what felt broken. The Body Dysmorphia. The RSD. The exhaustion. The darkness that likes to lurk in the shadows, waiting for an opportunity to convince me that I am weaker than I really am. Monday reminded me that while those things may always be part of my story, they are not the whole story.https://perfectlyimperfectlife.blog/2026/06/23/241-days-later/
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Discover the science-backed 120-minute weekly nature threshold that boosts health and wellbeing. One simple habit—two hours outdoors—could transform how you feel, no matter your age or location. Nature’s dose is finally quantified.
#NatureHeals #120MinuteRule #WellbeingBoost #ScienceBacked #OutdoorLife #MentalHealthMatters #NatureTherapy #HealthyHabits #FeelBetter
https://i2notes.wordpress.com/2026/05/02/120-minute-nature-threshold-study/
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After dealing with an asshat who almost collided with me after crossing the line on a narrow curvy road (and how dare you swear back at me when you were at fault), I decided I need some blue-green-brown time. So I went to the beach, observed a tidal pool for a while, then took a jaunt down a dirt road surrounded by hayfields on the way home. Ahhhh...
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After dealing with an asshat who almost collided with me after crossing the line on a narrow curvy road (and how dare you swear back at me when you were at fault), I decided I need some blue-green-brown time. So I went to the beach, observed a tidal pool for a while, then took a jaunt down a dirt road surrounded by hayfields on the way home. Ahhhh...
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The earth heals me. Nature accepts me as I am. By @rockinruksi
#motivation #inspiration #positivevibes #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #hope #ymhc #natureheals #selfacceptance
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The earth heals me. Nature accepts me as I am. By @rockinruksi
#motivation #inspiration #positivevibes #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #hope #ymhc #natureheals #selfacceptance
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I never thought anyone still bought zines these days! But hey, I’ve got my first customers. 🥰 That’s motivating me to come up with a few more, hopefully when things calm down a bit. What would you like to see:
My first mini zine after decades: https://ko-fi.com/s/700d3d3138
#zine #zines #naturelovers #nature #biodiversity #sciComm #miniZine #NatureMatchCuts #natureHeals #zinester #zineMaking
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I never thought anyone still bought zines these days! But hey, I’ve got my first customers. 🥰 That’s motivating me to come up with a few more, hopefully when things calm down a bit. What would you like to see:
My first mini zine after decades: https://ko-fi.com/s/700d3d3138
#zine #zines #naturelovers #nature #biodiversity #sciComm #miniZine #NatureMatchCuts #natureHeals #zinester #zineMaking
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Annapurna Circuit Trek – A Himalayan Escape
Step away from the everyday and immerse yourself in serene valleys, remote villages, and panoramic Himalayan views. The Annapurna Circuit Trek is perfect for those seeking adventure, culture, and tranquility in one unforgettable journey.
Tag someone who needs this Himalayan reset.
https://amblehimalaya.com/package/annapurna-circuit-trek
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Feeling stressed? Research shows that spending just a few minutes with a tree can boost your well-being.
#MentalHealth #NatureHeals #Mindfulness
https://www.wordforest.org/2022/03/24/take-a-moment-with-a-tree/
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Collaborate with nature. Gardening is the living art form we all need right now. #Gardening #NatureHeals
https://artsincubator.ca/motivation/gardening-living-art.html
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I'm heartbroken as my dad passed away late last night. But, after some thought, I can still find #3goodthings
1. Dad is at peace now and for that I am grateful.
2. I got to spend these last years with him under my roof, creating memories I’ll hold onto forever.
3. Love doesn’t end here—the love he gave continues to shape me, even in the hardest moments.
Bonus: I’m holding close the memory of our last real vacation together at what used to be my grandparent's cabin on Lake Superior — and this photo reminds me that even in grief, there is still beauty to look toward.
#threegoodthings #SmallMoments #AYearForArt #LakeSuperior #Photography #GriefJourney #NatureHeals
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I'm heartbroken as my dad passed away late last night. But, after some thought, I can still find #3goodthings
1. Dad is at peace now and for that I am grateful.
2. I got to spend these last years with him under my roof, creating memories I’ll hold onto forever.
3. Love doesn’t end here—the love he gave continues to shape me, even in the hardest moments.
Bonus: I’m holding close the memory of our last real vacation together at what used to be my grandparent's cabin on Lake Superior — and this photo reminds me that even in grief, there is still beauty to look toward.
#threegoodthings #SmallMoments #AYearForArt #LakeSuperior #Photography #GriefJourney #NatureHeals
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And we're back with the Woodland Trust and the trees: growing trees from seed.
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https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/plant-trees/advice/grow-from-seed/#SolarPunkSunday #WoodlandTrust #Woods #WildLife #BioDiversity #Trees #NatureHeals #Nature #Seeds
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And we're back with the Woodland Trust and the trees: growing trees from seed.
🌱 🌱 🌱
https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/plant-trees/advice/grow-from-seed/#SolarPunkSunday #WoodlandTrust #Woods #WildLife #BioDiversity #Trees #NatureHeals #Nature #Seeds
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In the embrace of nature, every worry melts away. #NatureHeals 🌿
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A lot of my purpose with this account has been about letting go of my past pains, embracing change and sharing some example for moving forward as I personally keep noticing healing & connection with nature. Exploring, what can we learn from that? Feeling an end of this era, a new chapter to create. Im changing my lifestyle to some degree, a place Ive come to know. This feels strange to admit but this little box on wheels has been more of my home than anywhere else Ive lived these past five years. Ive worked many seasonal & remote jobs to create time for a nomadic lifestyle. I took a minimalist approach; recognizing & experimentally embracing you can do more with less. Slowly discovering many cross over philosophies with technology enthusiasts who love to embrace terms like FOSS, Libre, FLO and others alike. Pondering if many in technology fields seem to share similar views & values with ski bums, dirtbags and nomads? Ive met so many incredible people along the way and experiencing how healing it is when we genuinely connect.
The change for me now is of great importance to reflect. To follow through on realizing the healing wouldn't be complete without helping more people ahead. The silence was good, the isolation had peace but the final words of Chris McCandless still strike me deep: "Happiness is only real, when shared." Nothing lasts forever but letting go does feel uncomfortable. Setting my own intention for a mountain mindset based around sharing an appreciation, a love & respect for the land & people. I might have taken a simple approach to experiencing a complex world. And if theres anything Id still like to learn... is it better in life to ask questions than to give answers?
#deepthoughts #questioneverything #idontknow #philosophy #reflecting #questions #life #healing #natureheals #connection #nomadic #lifestyle #learning #change #deepthinking #mountains #oldgrowth
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1. The colors in the UP were at their best — a gift I didn’t expect.
2. The woods in the Hiawatha Forest felt grounding and steady. It was home in my childhood and young adulthood.
3. On a trip shaped by loss, it helped to find a moment of quiet beauty.#ThreeGoodThings #3goodthings #UP #Michigan #FallColors #NatureHeals #ayearforart #UpperPeninsula #PureMichigan #HiawathaNationalForest #FallColors #AutumnVibes #NaturePhotography #UPTravel
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Sun’s out, serotonin’s up 🌞
Just me, a bikini top, and enough Vitamin D to power a small village.
This is absolute bliss!John Muir said: “The sun shines not on us but in us.”
And also: “The body seems to feel beauty when exposed to it… entering not by the eyes alone, but equally through all one's flesh like radiant heat.”
So yes, I’m basically glowing from the inside out.
And yes, I feel the beauty and warmth of the sun's gaze upon me!
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Hiked up to Muir snowfield today; found a deep crack! My friend and I discussed our unused crevasse rescue skills and gratitude for not needing to use them. Our September turns are in!
Been doing a lot of backpacking recently, reaching some new sides of Tahoma (Rainier), Koma Kulshan (Baker) and a little in between. Im a bit behind on posts, but Ive been exploring some of the biggest glaciers and finding some of the oldest trees Washington state still has. More stories to come, seasons changing, new opportunities arising and the world has much to process. There is peace in the mountains. Hope you are finding it.
#mountains #peace #natureheals #turnsallyear #cascades #tahoma #mtrainier #snowboarding
