The Tonic of Nature
Mother Earth holds an invitation to reconnect: with Her, with our intuition, and to remember the wonder we are a part of.
Today, this resonated deeply:
“It is a wholesome and necessary thing for us to turn again to the earth and in the contemplation of her beauties to know the sense of wonder and humility. ”
~ Rachel Carson
I read this in an article written by nature devotee, Tom Ryan, who traverses the unpopulated world and shares Her magic.
Our Earth Mother has much to teach us - first and foremostly she holds a nurturing space for us to go within. Without the distractions of human company, enterprise and device we are given the gift of a reset.
The modern world we are part of taxes the nerves, causing many to numb the senses as a protection from the assault of noise, smell, and activity. Operating on adrenals, propped up with caffeine, energy drinks, sugars, etc, creates a steady depletion of natural energy and enthusiasm.
This was one such day where busy-ness and time spent in synthetic lighting, surrounded by many others left me lacking enthusiasm and feeling off kilter. Despite not really wanting to make the effort, I trust this is always a sign that a state change is needed.
Let me share with you the splendour and gift of time in nature! The wonder she creates is a natural tonic for our hectic pace, best experienced with feet bare on Mother Earth or by placing hands on a tree. Walk long enough and we slow our rhythm to match that of Earth’s energetic heartbeat, breathe deeper, and feel more ourselves.
And so, sinking my feet into warm sand, I walked toward the shoreline, letting my gaze rest on the aquamarine waves steadily rolling in… and out. Purposefully, I turned away from any human enterprise and stayed focused on Heaven and Earth, watching the white waves roll and foam as they rushed onto the shell speckled sand. The sky above virtually cloudless reflected a bright cerulean blue interrupted only by the odd gull or diving bird. Momentarily, the fragments of light changed with the spray from a wave cresting and crashing, forming a perfect rainbow. So much bliss in a moment.
The sunlight warmed my skin and tiny flecks of salt spray collided with my body. A sizable flock of seagulls gathered, unconcerned about my passage, and without even realising it, time slowed, my breathing became deeper, more satisfying. I questioned the tension in my body - why was it here? There was no need for worry in this present moment. This realisation relaxed my shoulders and soon, my mind stilled.
Whether, on a hike, along the beach, or swimming in the lake or sea, this feeling of peace and natural euphoria is created through engaging with Mother Earth. She is the unchanged part of us, a beautiful energetic reflection of ourselves as we are underneath the twists and tangles created by the human mind (ego).
An Intuitive (Re-)Awakening
Now join me as we take it ‘next level’. We exist in an energetic microcosm - spiritual within physical, dimensions within dimensions, realms within realms, universe within multiverse. Our innate knowing accepts this expansion and keeps us actively aware as children (before we learn this reality is ‘nonsense’). And nothing is more soul destroying, spiritually destroying than fully living in the physical illusion denying the possibility of our infinite selves.
Suspended disbelief - allowing ourselves to believe that something is true even though it seems (logically) impossible.
Tricks of light or an energetic invitation? An activity.
The orbs of light that dance across the waves or catch the sunlight in a photograph invite us to remember the non-physical realms. They act as signs that our non-physical friends are nearby, or remind us of the times we played the role of spirit to the physical and encourage us to believe in the magic that is our Divine selves.
Now, take a deep breath and soften the gaze. You can do this walking if you are in a clear open space, sit in a meadow or on the sand, anywhere in nature that feels good.
By softening the gaze, I mean to move into that daydreamy state where we are aware but not focusing acutely. Then allow your mind to roam without limitation. Notice the shapes, the colours behind and around objects, the forms, the fleeting glimpses of things other worldly.
Over time, I have learnt not to dismiss the ‘thing’ that momentarily catches my eye and then disappears. Did I see it, or didn’t I? This phenomena is us recognising something ethereal before our conscious mind reigns it in with logic. A protective attempt to dismiss the non-physical and reinforce taught logic.
“Everywhere we look, the complex magic of nature blazes before our eyes.” ~Vincent van Gogh
Remember, Remember.
As this ability grows stronger, we can converse with all - again, suspending disbelief and simply allowing what comes to mind to ‘be’. Unchallenged by the logic mind (ego), we step out of the physical illusion and into the greater part of ourselves and our existence. (More on the realms we can connect with in another article!)
Appreciation
A life lived in appreciation changes our vibration - the more satisfied and joyous we are in the moment, the more we are aligned with the abundance of All That Is. What if we start by appreciating the Earth Mother that sustains us by caring for Her. Imagine the difference we would make if even half of the 8,118,835,999 humans on Earth at this time picked up one piece of litter… or perhaps it just begins with you and me.
I appreciate you.
Blessings
Michelle x
Michelle Cowles
Spiritual Leader/Teacher/Learner
Copyright Michelle Cowles 2024
Disclaimer: The information on this page is general, lifestyle information and should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. If this article raises mental health issues, please contact your General Practitioner, mental health worker, or Lifeline on 13 11 14
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