How Reconnecting with Nature Awakens a Deeper Part of Ourselves
Are you separate from the world, or is the world a part of you? This post explores the deep relationship between nature and consciousness, contrasting the Western mind-body split with the non-dual wisdom of Indigenous cultures, and reveals how reconnecting with the Earth can heal our deepest wounds.
If We Had 'One Skin' With the Earth: A Lesson in Language and Connection
What if our language had no past, present, or future, but only a sense of "continuing"? This post explores the wisdom of the Okanagan people, whose language reflects a deep, non-dual connection to the Earth—seeing the land and the body as "one skin." A lesson in how the words we use shape our world.
Deconstructing 'Magic': A Reflection on Western Beliefs and Indigenous Wisdom
Growing up, I was taught to judge spiritual practices that were different from my own. This post is a personal reflection on deconstructing those beliefs by exploring what Indigenous cultures can teach us about the true meaning of "spirit" and the vital importance of giving back to the Earth in any healing practice.
Trauma as a Soul Wound: Why We Must Heal More Than Just the Body
When the body is wounded, the spirit is too. This post explores the Indigenous concept of the "soul wound," challenging the Western focus on physical healing and calling for a deeper, more spiritual approach to recovering from trauma.