Magazine
Editor:
Gloria Henry
Publisher:
Creative Sacred Living
Columnists:
Teresa Brower
Matthew J. George
Jo Anne Parker
Debora Jane Milton
Design:
Gloria Henry
Cover:
Matthew J. George
Print:
Joomag
Website:
Gloria Lynn
modern times. We need to keep things in perspective though and not forget about our past. Our connection to nature should always be cherished and remembered.
There are many benefits to "getting back to nature". Past research has shown that a connection to nature has been shown to decrease stress levels and stimulate healing. Newer research has even drawn the conclusion that it makes people not ony happy but nicer!
Immersion in nature brings individuals closer to others, whereas human-made environments make people more interested in selfish or self interested ends. When you think about it, this makes sense. When you immerse yourself into nature, you get a feeling of being part of a community, of belonging to something "bigger".
We know that immersion into nature, can lead to a healthier, fitter, stress free and now friendlier personal lifestyle. Is that the most important outcome of connecting with nature though? Is personal growth the end all and be all or is there is actually more to it?
When people learn more about nature, they will be more open to conservation efforts. If we connect with nature - we will be able to relate to things like loss of habitat, loss of wetlands and tragedies like extinction.
Although we don't rely on nature like we once did, we still need it. It is still part of what makes this Earth special. It can help us heal faster and makes us better people. The best way we can make sure our natural habitat is protected is by teaching ourselves and our children about nature and the wilderness. We need to feel the connection with nature that our ancestors once relied upon. That is the key to ecological conservation and preservation.
Get to know nature, get out in nature!
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Letter from the Editor
Founder, Chief Editor
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