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My friends the plants

My friends the plants

Having a personal connection with plants is crucially important to help each of us live well in challenging times.
Here are five amazing things that plants do for humans:
1. They feed us
2. They delight our senses
3. Nervous system support
4. Plants expand human consciousness
5. Plants can help us cope constructively with climate change.

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How to Start—and Stick With—a Personal Spiritual Practice

How to Start—and Stick With—a Personal Spiritual Practice

Do you long for a regular spiritual practice, but struggle to make it stick? You’re not alone. In this practical guide, I share the insights and practices that helped me build a meaningful personal routine—from compassionate meditation and sacred sound to nature connection and daily rituals. Whether you’re spiritual but not religious, or simply looking for ways to feel more grounded, you’ll find inspiration and encouragement to create a practice that truly supports you—every day.

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Nothing Sacred? A Spiritual Journey Beyond Belief

Nothing Sacred? A Spiritual Journey Beyond Belief

What does it mean to be spiritual without belonging to a religion? In this heartfelt blog post, I explore my journey from a secular scientific upbringing to a rich, personal mysticism shaped by nature, music, mental health, and deep ecology. I write candidly about what was once unspeakable in my family: soul, spirit, and the sacred. This is the first step in writing about the connection between music and soul.

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