Nature Appreciation, Awareness and a Continuous Source of Inspiration

Nature has been for me,
for as long as I remember,
a source of solace,
inspiration,
adventure, and delight;
a home,
a teacher,
a companion.

Lorraine Anderson

I have to agree with Lorraine Anderson's descriptive quotes of all of the many benefits one receives from being out in nature. Nature is a constant force and a constant source of inspiration and healing.

Nature is a friend, a teacher, a companion during times of sorrow and times of joy; it has been one of the constant forces in my life, many times working in the background even as I was unaware.

Nature Appreciation, Nature Awareness & Nature Inspiration

Nature Appreciation is taking the time to enjoy or appreciate being outdoors in nature. One can appreciate Nature as easily as taking time to smell the roses, meditating on a mountain, lying in a wildflower field, strolling by a meandering stream, or hiking in ancient redwood groves.

Nature Awareness, as I use the term, is the realization of what has been known for centuries--that there is a healing quality to nature. Nature can be used as therapy or as a therapeutic modality to help people coping with challenges or dealing with loss.

Nature Inspiration is being inspired by being in the outdoors. Whether to create art, to write, to draw, to paint, to photograph or just to revel in the quietness and the beauty that is Mother Nature.

Never Failing Nature

Remember what Frank Lloyd Wright had to say about Nature.

Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature.
It will never fail you.

More Information:
Dyer KA. 2007. Nature Therapy - Therapeutic Walking or Hiking - Green Therapy. Squidoo.com
Dyer KA. 2001. Part 1: The Healing Qualities of Nature. Journey of Hearts.
Dyer KA. 2001. Part 2: Coping with Loss Using Nature. Journey of Hearts.

Photo Source: © Kirsti A. Dyer. Aspen Road.

Nature to Inspire & Heal - A Be Green Clip

Life is fragile, like the dew
hanging delicately
on the grass,
crystal drops
that will be carried away
on the first morning breeze.

Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche

Nature as a Source of Healing
There is a healing quality to nature, which has been known for centuries be it taking time to smell the roses, meditating on a mountain, lying in a wildflower field, strolling by a meandering stream, or hiking in ancient redwood groves. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, recognized this powerful attribute in his humbling statement that Nature cures--not the physician.

People instinctively turn to outdoor and nature-loving activities as a way of relaxing and enhancing their well-being. Nature can aid in facilitating self-awareness and promoting healing. For many the outdoors is a source of inspiration, solace, guidance and regeneration.

Time spent outdoors can be restorative and healing. Whether running through a canyon, walking on the sunny beach, hiking through a fern-filled forest, scrambling over rocks along a creek side, watching the last few rays of the setting sun, strolling along a moonlit night, or just sitting breathing fresh clean air, remember

Being out in nature is one of the best prescriptions for overall health and encouraging healing.

Kirsti A. Dyer MD, MS, FT

Excerpt from Dyer KA. 2001. Part 1: The Healing Qualities of Nature. Journey of Hearts.

More Information:
Dyer KA. 2007. Nature Therapy - Therapeutic Walking or Hiking - Green Therapy. Squidoo.com
Dyer KA. 2001. Part 1: The Healing Qualities of Nature. Journey of Hearts.
Dyer KA. 2001. Part 2: Coping with Loss Using Nature. Journey of Hearts.

More Be Green Clips/Quotes
Dyer KA. Be Green Quote - Welcoming Nature. My Green Doc Blog.

Image: Modified Microsoft Photo.