Human-Nature Relationship
The relation of Humans with nature is so close just as when we were in the womb of our biological mother because we were completely dependent on her for the complete nourishment .Same when we enter into this physical world we are completely dependent on nature for the nourishment.
That's why we commonly called it "Mother Nature".
There are so many festivals and rituals across the world which shows our respect and regard towards Nature.
“Nature has its own music for those who listens to it “
But as the time evolves our relation with nature has lost that bonding and regard. Due to Human selfish desires of acquiring more and more has broken that relation.
Have you ever stood in a garden, park or some forest area and felt something beyond the words- a sense of belongingness ,peace and stillness?
These precious moments are not coincidence .They are subtle reminder of the truth that we once knew but have forgotten.
It is written in the scriptures that There was a time long ago when humans, animals and the environment coexisted in harmony. This was a world of ‘PURITY 'described as “Golden Age”.
every Human and every element in nature was once in perfect balance.
The earth ,water ,air sky and fire are not only inert resources ;they are living ,responsive energies.
It is said that "It is the Human EGO that destroys the ECO"
Nature is not separate from humanity rather it is a reflection of human consciousness .Just as to maintain healthy relations we have to give time and sharing same rule follows with nature.
It is the time that we should make nature our friend.
A friend can never harm to a friend.
Therefore beautifully quoted "A friend in need is the friend in deed".
The scenario we see today is the reflection of what kind of relation we carry with Nature.
Need of the hour :
It’s high time to pause and reflect that the destruction of nature be a reflection of inner chaos of humans?
Now its the time to restore the lost harmony through inner awakening.
It has been generally seen that whatever medicines are being taken these days, animal oils or extracts are being used in them. If you think deeply, you will come to know that this is because they are still close to nature, so they have the ability to cure right.
We have to learn from this that if we come closer to nature then we can cure ourselves.
Lets understand the nature’s connection with humans
1. Law of vibrations: when we show gratitude towards nature, it responds with abundance
2. Law of Karma: Every act of kindness towards nature- a simple meditation for the earth, planting a tree ,reducing the waste began to heal the imbalance.
3. Nothing exists in isolation: Nature and we humans cannot survive in isolation. To live happily and healthy we need to be compatible with nature. So we need to align our lifestyle with nature.
Next time when we step outside take a moment, take a long breathe and experience nature’s beauty.
The tree ,birds or river are not just the resources, they are souls in their own journey.
Some small steps can bring a big change: Whispering blessing to the trees around and singing with the chirping of birds and meditating with the ripples created in the water and rain droplets. Praising each and every moment with nature.
Hence this is how we are not only saving the nature but we are saving us.
References:
sciencedirect.com
series Earth matters by mike Pandey
Posted 04/09/2025
