Connecting to the Nature Within & Around Us
As some of you may already know, this last Friday (August 16, 2024) saw the passing of the world-renowned tracker and wilderness survival teacher, Tom Brown, Jr. I am forever grateful for what I have learned from him, and from … Continued
Winter wildlife tracking is a fun way to engage your senses and discover the secret lives of the animals in our backyards, parks, and favorite outdoor spots. If you live in or visit a place with snow in the winter, it’s a great time to get out and connect with the landscape though the tracks and trails left by your wild neighbors.
Tracking invites us into the moment as we step into the world of the animals. As we mindfully explore Nature, we can experience and cultivate the Three Inner Conditions of Awareness. The mysteries waiting for us in the snow draw us into present-time with fresh perception and curiosity… Learn how to get started with mindfully tracking and trailing animals in the snow.
The art of tracking is among the most ancient skills known to humanity. Tracking extends one’s senses in a multiplicity of directions, from awareness of the patterns within oneself to the larger cycles at play in any scenario. Driven by … Continued
Getting regular time outside in Nature is an effective way to boost your brain and nourish your body. From supporting attention and immune response to awakening a greater sense of empathy and connection, immersion in Nature positively impacts brain function … Continued
Article by Josh Lane, ConsciousNature.net One common challenge I hear from novice meditators is, “How do you stay so concentrated for so long?” Practicing mindfulness in Nature is an engaging way to develop the concentration skills that will support your … Continued
“Forest Bathing” (immersing in the atmosphere of Nature) is a powerful way to mindfully nourish your immune system and feel more connected with your senses, in tune with the world of Nature.
As we transition from summer into autumn, we have a wonderful opportunity to observe how the cycle of Nature is teaching us about change in our own lives. What’s happening on the outer landscape throughout the year is also reflected … Continued
Today’s blog is about bringing the mindfulness experience outside into Nature. Your favorite outdoor spots (and the beings that dwell there) can become amazing teachers and supports for cultivating mindful connection. While you are there exploring, your senses act as … Continued
A Visit and Message From the Teyuna Spiritual Leaders of the Arhuaco, Kankuamo, Kogi, and Wiwa Peoples It was now well past the middle of the night. I clambered into bed, tired and ready to sleep after a four-hour car … Continued
An excerpt from Josh’s book, Conscious Nature: The Art and Neuroscience of Meditating In Nature A Return to the Wild… The word wilderness comes from the Old English for “wild deer,” and translates as “a place of the wild animals.” … Continued