Thursday, February 05
Reflection: It’s in times like these that I’m reminded of the importance of truly seeing one another as caring beings on this earth. We are not separate from nature because we belong to it. There is so much we can learn from how the natural world treats and supports itself. One of the most fascinating things I’ve read is how redwood trees share the water they receive during California’s rainy season with the forest around them. They understand that if the surrounding trees experience drought, the entire forest, including the redwoods, is at risk. Their survival depends on connection. What if we took a page from their book and allowed ourselves to be more like trees? Yes, we can honor our differences, yet be aware that we need one another to survive. We are wired for connection and no matter our paths, whether we have children or not, we still deserve a village, a forest that protects us from harm and nourishes us through change. So the next time you notice dew resting on the grass, pause. Remember that even that small patch of earth has a soul. Let it remind you that all living beings matter, and that you do too. - Adriana Rodriguez-Baptiste
Self-care tip:
The next time you’re outside (or by a window), pause for 60 seconds and notice one living thing like a tree, a patch of grass or snow, the sky, or even a houseplant. Place a hand on your body and silently say, “I belong here too.” Let that be enough for today.
