Time and again, we find ourselves returning to nature for solace. There is something about the primitive simplicity and the biological complexity that reconnects us with the earth. The fact that we’re still using the same water that all of the earth’s inhabitants before us used, or the shady trees under which we stop to read a book are those which shaded our people hundreds of years ago, connects us to the biosphere. There’s no doubt natural experiences are a form of mindfulness (you might like this article:
https://www.garrisoninstitute.org/blog/nature-and-mindfulness/) Personally, I know there are few places I can block out life’s distractions and truly remain in the moment. Deep in the woods or out in the vast waters, up in the mountains or on a quiet beach, immersed in the natural world is the one sure place I can be still.
As we journey into a new year, there’s something to be said for grounding ourselves in simplicity, reconnecting with our natural world and simple experiences. Returning to Colloquium is always inspiration for me to reconnect, perhaps it is a good time for all of us. For prompt #48, our theme is nature. Try one of the suggestions or create your own. As always, no rules. Create as you are inspired in whatever way works. This one will probably be worthy of photos too! Maybe not, that’s ok.
How does your mindset change in nature?
What is your most significant memory that has to do with nature?
If you were a part of nature, what element would you be? What element of nature calls out to you?
Write a poem about your favorite time of year.
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| I took this at Happahatchee 💚💚💚 |
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