Changing From Being Earth Stewards to Earth Partners: A Lesson In Eco-Humility
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Changing From Being Earth Stewards to Earth Partners: A Lesson In Eco-Humility

ByNaturesGuy Dave

Amid all the discussions about alternative fuels, climate change, responsible farming, eco-tourism, biophilia, and more, global citizens are demanding that the human species be “Earth Stewards”. They say that we have a responsibility to use our wisdom, knowledge, and collective thinking to protect, shepherd, defend, and care for Mother Earth and Nature. Isn’t this arrogance,…

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When Nature Observation Sparks Creativity

ByNaturesGuy Dave

We teach Nature observation so you folks can hear and feel and experience God’s love and messages in Nature. As you do, we show you, by example, how to let Nature inspire your own unique creativity. Mission Statement: What We Do At Spirit Tree Farms Nature Observation Inspires Creativity One of our main objectives at…

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Share Nature Joy: Video + Challenge

ByNaturesGuy Dave

What if we share Nature joy instead of sharing complaints, politics, and “What ifs”? I’ve seen several posts recently about being too connected (and yes, the irony is not lost on me!) One of my favorites says that, because we’re watching too much HGTV, we’re dissatisfied with our homes. Because we’re engaging too much with…

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Sitting In Nature, Deep: A Verbal Riff

ByNaturesGuy Dave

At Creation Girl and my work-in-progress grape arbor on the banks of the West Chickamauga Creek at Spirit Tree Farms, I had some thoughts about sitting in nature. I’d originally sat down to rest. My intention was to connect with Nature. Immediately, I pulled out my phone to check my email, watch reels, and look…

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Insights and Wisdom at the Intention Rock

ByNaturesGuy Dave

As I’ve lived, I’ve discovered that most people, myself included, have certain places where they go to connect with nature. Many people have several different retreats where they can quietly sit and gain deep insights. Throughout the years, in various places I’ve lived, I’ve developed several of these “nature portals. One of the best ones…

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Ideas To Help Others Find Peace In Nature

ByNaturesGuy Dave

At Spirit Tree Farms, we’re on a personal and collective mission to find peace in nature, find nature joy, be grateful to our Creator for the beauty and lessons we see every day, and to learn vital life and spiritual lessons from Mother Earth and the Divine which will help heal us, others, and the…

What Is Forest Bathing and Why Should You Do It?

What Is Forest Bathing and Why Should You Do It?

Bymarnie

It’s funny — when Dave mentions forest bathing, people look at him a little funny. I think they think he’s talking about something like skinny dipping. Um… no… 🙂 Forest bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is a Japanese practice that involves immersing oneself in nature and connecting with it using all five senses. It is…