Wednesday is Earth Day. It is a day to reflect. A day to celebrate. A day to connect to Mother Earth. I was blessed to have a Grandmother who understood the earth and nature. She taught me to be gentle with animals, how to grow plants and the glorious sight of a flower in bloom. It is the philosophies of the Indigenous People that she handed down to me. What we do to the Earth, we do to ourselves and our children. Do no harm. Humanity has done so much damage to the Earth, now is a time for healing and cleansing. Perhaps this is the spirit of Earth Day. Whether it is by picking up some roadside trash or planting a flower, do your own cleansing and healing! Be creative and celebrate our lovely Earth in your own way. And find a new way to do with less. Do no harm. And if you would like to learn more about the Native Peoples' philosophies, there is much information about the efforts by a wonderful group - The 13 Grandmothers. I urge everyone to look them up and read about them. They are inspiring in their work. They say that the whole being is required when restoring nature's balance. The scientific side to help the Earth is needed, but so is the imaginative side. This includes music, art, dance, games and celebrations.
Feng Shui practitioners and the Indigenous People share a common thread. Because of the intimacy with the land, it is understood that there is an energy associated with the Earth. It is especially strong in certain areas, where there are crossings of ley lines. It is similar to acupuncture points in the human body. These energy vortexes on the Earth are sacred to the Native People and well understood by the Feng Shui masters. If we pay enough attention to the connection we all have with the Earth, then we can begin to take great care with her.
Green Living is not only picking less toxic products, it is a way of thinking. Do No Harm. And have a memorable Earth Day!
