Nature is my teacher

When I want to learn something, I turn to nature first. Yes, before reading a book, going on the internet, or asking a wise person. Why? Because nature is Divine Mother in action. Nature knows how to do anything. Here’s three recent tips nature gave me.

Don’t rush. If you’re like most of us, there are times when you’re trying to get something done and you start rushing around, juggling multiple projects at the same time, while watching the clock. Look at nature. She never rushes. She doesn’t say, “Winter is just around the corner so I’d better hurry up and finish growing things so I can stop for winter.” Nature simply grows things and everything happens in its own good time.

For us this translates into having faith that our project is on time and we’ll get everything done when it needs to be done and we’ll do it with intention and attention. We don’t need to rush, cut corners, or worry

Don’t get bored. We all have things we have to do over and over again.

Whether it’s simple things like doing the laundry, or more complicated ones like doing our taxes, there are things we have to do on a regular basis. Sometimes we get bored by the repetition and feel like we want to break out of our routines.

Changing routines is not a bad thing and can be a healthy move. Just don’t abandon the project all together. Imagine the sun saying, “I’m tired of appearing to rise and set every day. I think I’ll just move over to a different part of the galaxy and shake things up a bit.”

Rest. Nature rests on a regular basis. It isn’t always spring or summer and it isn’t always daytime. Nature moves in regular rhythms that includes action and rest. Our society is a busy one and we can feel guilty taking time to rest or rejuvenate. Yet, resting is just as important as acting. Building rest into our regular cycles is important and will actually help us accomplish more than if we only focus on producing.

The next time you’re seeking an answer to a dilemma, take some time and ponder nature. Ask WWND? What would nature do? You might discover the answer comes quickly and provides a much better response than one you would find on your own after hours of efforting.

Living in Grace and Ease,

Krysta