Our connection to the natural world has declined dramatically since the 1800s. A new study says the two most effective ways to mend this relationship are greening urban spaces and introducing nature to children at a young age. How are you repairing your relationship to nature?
Climate change isn’t just arid landscapes and the sudden extinction of an endangered species—it’s butterflies loosing their vibrant colors to survive deforestation and bodies that are home to microscopic pieces of plastic. Life as we know it is changing
The rush and urgency of this time of the year is a perfect example of how disengaged we are from the rest of the natural world.
It’s okay to slow down to match nature’s pace in the winter. It’s a good time to reflect and be a little more introspective. It’s also a good time to binge watch your favorite movies, read a book, go to a park, watch the clouds, hangout with friends, notice the seasons change, and remember you’re a part of nature too.

Happy Winter Solstice

Film: Dreams by Akira Kurosawa
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Experts say the species was wiped out by deforestation along with the tapirs, jaguars and peccaries that once lived the forests surrounding Rio De Janiero.
Source: The Guardian
Is it unimaginable that we finally prioritize our planet’s wellbeing over profits? Why is it easier to imagine doom and apocalypse?

We’re celebrating Earth Day by holding on to the vision of a vibrant, healthy, and more just planet that may feel distant, but is not impossible.
