Happy Earth Day! . Let’s celebrate by showing love for the earth. But how can we? Most public nature areas closed due to COVID-19, but don’t let that deter you. All you need is a sit spot. . A sit spot is simply anywhere outside where you can observe nature. Right now, if you’re lucky enough to have a yard, it's the perfect place. For there is always change happening; always new clues to the myriad of wonders taking place behind the scenes of our senses. Simply opening your eyes to the changes is the key to appreciating them. . A good place to start is by learning the species of animals and plants you find. You can do this with traditional field guides or even with your phone (Google Lens is shockingly advanced at recognizing plants and animals). You can give them their own name, too. . Then once you have an idea of who is where, and what they really look like, all you do is frequent their presence. The changes will become more evident the more you stop to actually look at details such as the patterns displayed by unfurling buds. . As you take these observational steps in getting to know your plant and animal friends, it is equally important to take more imaginative steps with them too. You can do this by simply saying hi, or by wondering what the word would feel like if you swapped consciousnesses (would a tree feel even weirder in your shoes than you would in their roots?) . And voila! You have a sit spot. You don't need to stay sitting the whole time, but at least a few minutes of sitting in the same spot can do wonders. You may find that visiting a sit spot is just as much about treating Earth with love as it is treating yourself with love too. Yes, being mindful of your consumption habits is more important than ever. But it's only one part of a much greater picture of treating Her with love and respect. . . . . #earthday #earthday2020 #earthdayactivities #sitspot #naturelovers #naturelife #springishere #spring2020 #natureteaches #michigannature #getoutside #learnsomethingnew #natureconnection #natureconservation #motherearth #planetearth #earthlover #peaceinnature #greennature #greenearth #oneplanet #natureawareness #friendsoftheworld (at Detroit, Michigan) https://www.instagram.com/p/B_SnSAiH35b/?igshid=lqxpa401srhn
