Finding Nature in Your Neighborhood

  [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Finding Nature in Your Neighborhood]( There is much we can learn from the ocean, as we have a similar inner landscape within us. Both cities and tightly packed suburbs offer wildlife bountiful nooks and crannies in which to hide, which can make it difficult to spot the animals that live in our midst. Many animals thrive among paved streets, sidewalks, buildings, parking lots, and high-rises. There are animals in abundance burrowing in the soil of center medians and tiny backyard gardens, making nests in the trees that line broad and busy avenues, and buzzing around the flowers that beautify our parks. To find these creatures, we only need to stop, look, and listen. Nature’s drama is continually playing out on the window ledges where weary birds stop to roost, in the shadowy places where cautious nocturnal mammals wait for night’s mantle to fall, and in the fountains where playful waterfowl splash and frolic. When we observe the animals that share our habitat, we become a part of their beautiful, complex, and exciting world. Season by season, cities offer diverse ecosystems for you to explore. If your search for urban and suburban wildlife is challenging, try to look at your community with an animal’s eyes. Where there are shrubs and flowers, insects such as butterflies, ladybugs, beetles, and spiders can usually be found. The insects, in turn, attract the birds that feast upon them. Even the smallest green spaces are hosts to squirrels, rabbits, chipmunks, and moles. Decorative awnings offer falcons a place to raise their young. At night, a different community of animals awakens to the world. Raccoons, skunks, and possums emerge to examine our human leftovers. Even our pets feel the call of the wild. It’s not uncommon for well-fed cats in colorful collars to stalk the streets in search of prey. Signs of habitation, like nests or hives, and audible evidence, like chirps, will help you find them. Recognizing that you share your city with a wide range of animals can make you feel like a part of the grand circle of life and help you appreciate the importance of a healthy urban environment. You can admire the hardiness and adaptability of the urban animal while developing a sense of stewardship that inspires you to become their champion. The shrill calls of birds, the hum of bees, and the sweet squeaks of city-dwelling mammals can be a symphony that helps you develop a deeper connection with the natural world. Did you like this Inspiration? ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all.   DailyOM Spotlight [10 Days of Plant-Based Eating]( By Scott and Beth Putnam Eating fresh whole foods nourishes our bodies with vital nutrients and allows us to feel more connected to our health and the Earth. In this course, nutrition experts Beth and Scott Putnam offer an easy-to-follow program that includes a virtual cookbook with an abundance of delicious recipes and kitchen hacks to make plant-based eating flexible and fun. You’ll also receive affirmation practices and empowering techniques to break out of self-sabotage and bad food habits, so you can conquer the diet roller coaster and reach your wellness goals for good. [Learn More]( New Courses - [10-Minute Exercises for Cortisol Control]( - [Overcoming Low-Dopamine Brain Fog]( - [The Power of Quantum Physics for Self-Healing]( - [Science-Based Lymphatic Drainage Rescue]( Recommended For You [7 Meditations for Manifestation]( [Learn More]( [Make Yourself a Money Magnet]( [Learn More]( [Find True Love in 27 Days]( [Learn More]( [Sleep Fix For Longevity]( [Learn More]( [Stretch and Strengthen Your Lower Back]( [Learn More]( [12 Easy Steps to Creating Sacred Space]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [10-Minute Exercises for Cortisol Control]( 2. [Sneaky Ways You Sabotage Yourself]( 3. [21 Tapping Meditations for Emotional Eating and Beyond]( 4. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 5. [The 10-Minute Method to Naturally Tighten Your Face]( 6. [A Vagus Nerve Belly Bloat Rescue]( 7. [Science-Based Lymphatic Drainage Rescue]( 8. [Fit and Fierce Over 40]( 9. [Crystal Bowl Sound Bath]( 10. [The 2-Week Fascia Miracle]( Explore 350+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you're subscribed to DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2024 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](.