Nature is a portal into another realm

[The Wisdom of the Wild]( Allow yourself to be captivated and calmed by the energy of the wildlife that covers this earth. For better or worse, much of the world we experience is dominated and controlled by human beings. We spend our days in houses, cars, and buildings, and inside these structures, we are in control. We assert our wills and manipulate our environment. Within the context of the human world, this is natural. However, we often carry this attitude with us into the world of nature. We forget as we enter the forest, or sit on the edge of a pond, that we are moving into another realm, one that asks us to drop our baggage and surrender to a different sense of order and meaning. When we move from our everyday world into the world of nature, we may not even notice at first. We might continue talking loudly into our cell phone or to a friend that is with us. We might walk quickly as if we are on a busy city street, our eyes downcast, our thoughts hectic and hurried. In the best case, if we are sensitive to our environment, we will soon notice that it has changed. We may hear ducks calling, or wind moving through the leaves on a tree. If we notice the shift, we will naturally shift as well. If we don’t, we may get all the way through a beautiful park without having lowered our voices. Next time you find yourself in the presence of wildlife -- even if it’s just a duck pond in the midst of urban hustle -- try to move into a receptive state of openness and listening, no matter how much or how little time you have. Allow yourself to be captivated and calmed by the energy of the wildlife that covers this earth. Teaching our children to be respectful of nature and to stop and observe is a gift they can always cherish We preserve pockets of nature in our urban centers and large expanses of nature in our national parks because of the magic we feel in its presence. It reminds us of our smallness and calls us back to a deeper, quieter part of ourselves. When we honor nature by being respectful in its presence, we honor the mystery and wild beauty of our origin.  [PRINT](  [SAVE](  [DISCUSS](  --------------------------------------------------------------- DailyOM Course Spotlight [Re-Parent Your Inner Child]( by Lisa J. Smith Although we grow wiser with age, each of us still has a childlike part of ourselves. Our inner child gives us our beautiful sense of wonder and joy, as well as some of our less desirable behaviors that may sabotage our happiness. In this course, you’ll learn how to work with your inner child to end dysfunctional patterns, set healthy boundaries, and experience a more balanced way of living. You’ll discover how to meet your needs, build stronger relationships, and let your true essence shine. [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. [Narcissistic Relationships - From Surviving to Thriving]( 2. [Fascia Flows to Free Your Body]( 3. [Anti-Aging Face Yoga]( 4. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 5. [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( 6. [Somatic Exercises to Relax and Release]( 7. [A Year to Clear What is Holding You Back!]( 8. [How to Parent Like A Buddhist]( 9. [Heal Your Soul by Letting Go of Emotional Addiction]( 10. [Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor]( New Courses • [Fascia Flows to Free Your Body]( • [Resistance Band Workout Anytime, Anywhere]( • [Somatic Exercises to Relax and Release]( • [Awaken Your Chakra Energy]( > [More Courses]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Home]( | [Inspiration]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Email Settings]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Help/FAQ]( ©2022 [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 Subscribed as {EMAIL}