- go for a hike in the hills,
- admire the ocean from your comfy sunbed on the beach,
- watch the sunset while driving
Biologists call this phenomenon biophilia – the human need for and love of natural places. The theory propounds - 'the spirit of nature runs through all living things and subconsciously connects us to our natural environment.'
Scientist believe everyone is touched by such experiences though some have stopped registering it, due to the ever increasing isolation from nature. I was a part of this category of people earlier. I seemed more fascinated with the mall & its goodies.
PG shared that a connection with the elements of nature is important to create a sense of internal peace. I needed to start taking notice and admire it with a fascination, as if I was seeing it for the first time.
It takes effort to be consciously aware of your natural surroundings. It only happens when you are in the present moment, which is a mammoth task in itself. I have worked very hard at it and can feel awareness seeping in. Of late I have become quite fascinated with trees. I notice them all the time. I admire their form, the shape of their branches, the green, everything and it creates quite a feeling of exhilaration.
It might sound far-fetched to you but I give you the right to shun it only once you have sincerely tried it.
Go ahead, enjoy your connection with nature, by simply being alive to it!
Agree there we only notice cars when we are on the roads because of the horrible traffic everywhere. And there are so many places around and in delhi that we cross almost everyday and never pay attention to.
ReplyDeleteLets go to tughlakabad fort some day, in the forest area near the lake. You can probably revive the passion for photography as well :)