Our Nature: Conversations about the relationship between nature, spirituality, and well-being

About Our Nature: Conversations about the relationship between nature, spirituality, and well-being

The Our Nature Podcast explores the methods, systems and practices that bring us into greater harmony and alignment with the natural world. This is not a wellness podcast, but a podcast about how to live and be well. Join Alyssa Benjamin, a back-to-nature guide, as she speaks with experts from a variety of fields about how we can align our lives with the rhythms and cycles of nature. The opportunity to live a more joyful and harmonious existence is available to each of us right in this very moment. So tune in, and together, we'll rediscover what comes naturally.

Category

health & fitness · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Jun 2019

Latest episode

7 Jun 2023

Latest episodes

66 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Jun 2023

   Bringing Birds Back: A Journey of Remembrance and Rediscovery Featuring Writer and Birder Tenijah Hamilton

   Since 2021, Tenijah has hosted and produced Bring Birds Back (https://www.birdnote.org/podcasts/bring-birds-back), a podcast about conservation, formal/ citizen science, and of course—birds, told through the lenses of intersectionality and environmental justice. What’s inspiring to me about Tenijah (among many things) is that she didn’t grow up with a familiarity and love of being outdoors. In fact, she described her relationship as mostly centered around an avoidance. But, over time, she’s begun to rewrite her nature-relationship and has uncovered so much richness in the process. In this conversation, Tenijah and I discuss everything from her personal journey of embracing discomfort and following her curiosity, to what it’s been like for her as a Black woman to reclaim parts of herself and her community. We also talk stepping into your personal power, and we obviously talk about birds! Tenijah shares the number one misconception about birding, tips and techniques for bird observation, why humans are so obsessed with birds, and some weird bird behavior that I loved knowing. Resources: Homecoming Application (https://8me80wfqgdn.typeform.com/to/eRU4AqV9) Bring Bird’s Back Podcast (https://www.birdnote.org/podcasts/bring-birds-back) Bring Bird’s Back: The Zero Sum of it All with Corina Newsome (https://www.birdnote.org/podcasts/bring-birds-back/zero-sum-it-all-corina-newsome) Bring Bird’s Back: The Feminist Bird Club (https://www.birdnote.org/listen/shows/feminist-bird-club) Bring Bird’s Back: Bird Love Language (https://www.birdnote.org/podcasts/bring-birds-back/bird-love-language) For the full show notes, please visit www.ournaturepodcast.com/tenijah-hamilton ----- >> HOMECOMING, my once-a-year retreat and course is back !! Apply here! (https://8me80wfqgdn.typeform.com/to/eRU4AqV9) Homecoming is designed for those in the midst of a big life transition (https://ournaturepodcast.com/homecoming2023). Whether you’re looking to shift your career, call in more abundance, attract a meaningful relationship, build a deeper connection to your body, or discover your purpose, Homecoming will support your unfolding. This is truly my absolute favorite experience I offer all year. It’s the course where I share all of the learnings, tools, techniques, rituals and perspectives that have completely transformed my life–that have helped me pivot my career, triple my income, call in a fulfilling romantic relationship, embrace my authenticity, work through my fear of being seen, strengthen my intuition, and create an inner stability that supports me during challenging times. If you're interested in joining this year's cohort, fill out an application  (https://8me80wfqgdn.typeform.com/to/eRU4AqV9) As of 6/6/23, there are 2 spots left, so don't hesitate if you're feeling called to join us

2. 

   17 May 2023

   Each One, Teach One: Inclusive Communities for the Modern Nature Enthusiast with Michael Washington of Usal Project

   For this week's episode, I’m speaking with Michael Washington (https://www.instagram.com/michaelwashh/). Michael is the founder of Usal Project (https://usalproject.com/), an LA-based community offering experiences and goods for the modern nature enthusiast. Usal hosts over 20 monthly experiences that (in addition to forest therapy) include: foraging and herb walks, falconry, oceanic species dives, incense-making workshops, flower arranging classes, community hikes, and more. In this conversation, Michael and I talk about the importance of cultivating community in a world where people are struggling with loneliness. We also discuss his relationship with nature growing up in Texas, how the music industry shaped his path, the origin story of Usal, why diverse perspectives and voices are essential in the outdoor space, and Michael’s perspective on failure, self-doubt and building a rapidly growing business. Resources: Usal Project (https://usalproject.com/) Article: How Loneliness is Damaging Our Health  (https://www.nytimes.com/2022/04/20/nyregion/loneliness-epidemic.html) Subscribe to the Our Nature Monthly Newsletter  -  full of special announcements, resources, recommendations and tools and practices for your expansion (https://view.flodesk.com/pages/619d6e95e736d3df8b8ac0bc) Show Notes: Michael’s relationship to nature growing up as a child in San Antonio “the biggest little city” How being in the music industry planted the seed for Michael’s current path Michael shares the insight and opportunity that inspired him to create Usal Project Michael’s invitation to listeners that will fundamentally improve your life The common barriers that prevent people from exploring the outdoors Michael’s intention when it comes to the curation of nature-based classes for Usal Life lessons that come from trying new activities The unconventional way Michael structures his business and what it means to be “Usal” Michael Washington gets real about perfectionism, self-doubt, creative output, growing a business Failure as the greatest gift - “I’m more happy failing with something I really liked than failing with something I really tried to make other people like…because then you’re just lost.” What people may be surprised to learn about Michael

3. 

   3 May 2023

   The Relationship Series Part 2: How to Grow Together in a Conscious Partnership with Alyssa Benjamin and David Sleininger

   “I think one of the best thing’s we’ve done to ensure the likelihood of our long term success is to really see this relationship as something that’s unfolding in the present moment, and being very open and flexible about what that will look like in a month, a year, in a decade.” - David Sleininger In this episode, we discuss: what we mean when we use the term “conscious relationship”; the cultural messaging that warps our perspective on romantic relationships; what to do if you’re invested in personal growth and your partner is not; how a trigger can be our greatest teacher; the practice that will exponentially grow your self-awareness; navigating conflict in a healthy and productive way and why it can be the greatest gift of a relationship. Resources: EP 62 - The Relationship Series Part 1: Planting the Seeds of a Conscious Partnership Featuring Alyssa Benjamin and David Sleininger (https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3029abd3-6085-41c1-b9ef-457337da7059/shows/9c3eb20d-6b86-45ac-87be-38da7c365e59/episodes/06cc21b9-92e8-4c6d-ba55-ad71c915b64d/) Mind Body Green article about conscious relationships (https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/qualities-of-a-conscious-relationship) Sign up to be the first to know about Homecoming, my once-a-year retreat and course  (https://view.flodesk.com/pages/619d6e95e736d3df8b8ac0bc) Show Notes: What we mean when we use the term “conscious relationship” The cultural messaging that warps our perspective of romantic relationships The most important element in a conscious relationship What to do if you’re invested in personal growth and your partner is not How a trigger can be our greatest teacher Ways to cultivate greater self awareness The practice that will exponentially grow your self-awareness Navigating conflict in a healthy and productive way The reminder that has helped us get to a resolution of a conflict a lot quicker A few key elements of conflict in our relationship The pleasure of a heartfelt apology Why conflict can be the greatest gift of a relationship Radical honesty and brave communication are necessary - here’s why How to show up for your partner when they’re going through a tough time How to build a lasting, long-term connection, especially after marriage and kids A few of our relationship policies that keep the mystery alive ;) The best thing we’ve done to ensure the likelihood of our relationship’s longterm success

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