1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:01,540 All right, so rewilding, huh? 2 00:00:01,540 --> 00:00:03,300 Yeah, you've given us a ton to unpack here. 3 00:00:03,300 --> 00:00:06,380 Articles on mental health benefits and practical tips, 4 00:00:06,380 --> 00:00:08,340 even some pretty inspiring stories 5 00:00:08,340 --> 00:00:11,040 about how it's transformed people's lives. 6 00:00:11,040 --> 00:00:11,880 It's a... 7 00:00:11,880 --> 00:00:13,380 We're going deep on this one. 8 00:00:13,380 --> 00:00:15,420 How to bring the wild back into your world, 9 00:00:15,420 --> 00:00:17,540 especially since it seems like you're in the city 10 00:00:17,540 --> 00:00:19,500 and looking for that self-sufficiency boost. 11 00:00:19,500 --> 00:00:21,380 Yeah, and what's so fascinating about rewilding 12 00:00:21,380 --> 00:00:23,980 is that it's not just about planting trees or something. 13 00:00:23,980 --> 00:00:26,740 It's about recognizing that this disconnect 14 00:00:26,740 --> 00:00:28,660 we feel from nature, it's actually impacting us 15 00:00:28,660 --> 00:00:30,260 in a way we don't even realize. 16 00:00:30,260 --> 00:00:32,220 You're hitting on something I found really interesting 17 00:00:32,220 --> 00:00:36,060 in all of this, that idea of nature deficit disorder. 18 00:00:36,060 --> 00:00:37,460 We've touched on it before on the show, 19 00:00:37,460 --> 00:00:39,340 but what does that actually look like 20 00:00:39,340 --> 00:00:40,340 in our everyday lives? 21 00:00:40,340 --> 00:00:42,500 Yeah, it's subtle at first. 22 00:00:42,500 --> 00:00:45,540 You feel restless, unfocused, you crave escape, 23 00:00:45,540 --> 00:00:47,620 but you don't even know where to turn. 24 00:00:47,620 --> 00:00:49,500 We tend to just chalk it up to the modern world, 25 00:00:49,500 --> 00:00:51,180 but it goes way deeper than that. 26 00:00:51,180 --> 00:00:53,460 Our brains, they literally evolved in nature. 27 00:00:53,460 --> 00:00:55,540 Our senses, they're designed for it. 28 00:00:55,540 --> 00:00:57,100 And when we deprive ourselves of that, 29 00:00:57,100 --> 00:00:58,860 we end up with a kind of sensory 30 00:00:58,860 --> 00:01:00,420 and emotional malnutrition. 31 00:01:01,660 --> 00:01:03,900 So it's not just about needing a vacation. 32 00:01:03,900 --> 00:01:07,540 It's like our minds and bodies are literally less equipped 33 00:01:07,540 --> 00:01:09,740 to handle the stress and the stimulation of city life 34 00:01:09,740 --> 00:01:11,140 without that nature balance. 35 00:01:11,140 --> 00:01:12,860 Exactly, that's exactly it. 36 00:01:12,860 --> 00:01:15,180 And that's where rewilding comes in. 37 00:01:15,180 --> 00:01:18,740 This isn't about rejecting modern life completely. 38 00:01:18,740 --> 00:01:20,500 It's more about finding ways to weave 39 00:01:20,500 --> 00:01:22,260 those primal connections back in. 40 00:01:22,260 --> 00:01:24,700 And the benefits are surprisingly practical. 41 00:01:24,700 --> 00:01:28,420 Improved focus, reduced stress, 42 00:01:28,420 --> 00:01:31,060 even tapping back to that gut instinct we all have, 43 00:01:31,060 --> 00:01:33,140 but we tend to ignore so often. 44 00:01:33,140 --> 00:01:34,540 Okay, that's what I really wanna unpack here, 45 00:01:34,540 --> 00:01:38,620 the how, let's say our listener is stuck in an office all day, 46 00:01:38,620 --> 00:01:40,940 bombarded with emails, deadlines. 47 00:01:40,940 --> 00:01:42,740 How do they actually start rewinding 48 00:01:42,740 --> 00:01:43,940 that stressed out system? 49 00:01:43,940 --> 00:01:46,380 Well, it can be surprisingly simple, believe it or not. 50 00:01:46,380 --> 00:01:48,220 Remember, our bodies are really meant to move 51 00:01:48,220 --> 00:01:50,740 in ways that modern life doesn't always allow. 52 00:01:50,740 --> 00:01:52,660 So instead of just like hitting the gym, 53 00:01:52,660 --> 00:01:53,940 think about incorporating movements 54 00:01:53,940 --> 00:01:55,020 you'd find in nature. 55 00:01:55,020 --> 00:01:56,660 Okay, so like, what does that even look like? 56 00:01:56,660 --> 00:02:00,180 Like running through the park instead of on a treadmill? 57 00:02:00,180 --> 00:02:01,700 Exactly, or finding a climbing wall 58 00:02:01,700 --> 00:02:04,140 that actually like mimics natural rock formations, 59 00:02:04,140 --> 00:02:06,340 or even just taking a walking meeting outside 60 00:02:06,340 --> 00:02:08,500 instead of being stuck in a conference room. 61 00:02:08,500 --> 00:02:12,020 It's all about engaging your body's natural adaptability. 62 00:02:12,020 --> 00:02:12,860 Interesting. 63 00:02:12,860 --> 00:02:14,860 Yeah, instead of a fixed routine, 64 00:02:14,860 --> 00:02:17,180 you're adjusting to uneven terrain, 65 00:02:17,180 --> 00:02:19,380 engaging different muscle groups, 66 00:02:19,380 --> 00:02:21,140 and your brain gets a workout too. 67 00:02:21,140 --> 00:02:22,740 So it's not just about being in nature, 68 00:02:22,740 --> 00:02:24,460 it's about moving with nature. 69 00:02:24,460 --> 00:02:28,020 Precisely, and the mental benefits of that are huge. 70 00:02:28,020 --> 00:02:29,460 You're present in your body, 71 00:02:29,460 --> 00:02:31,940 not stuck up here in your head. 72 00:02:31,940 --> 00:02:34,380 That's where you start tapping into those deeper instincts, 73 00:02:34,380 --> 00:02:38,580 that gut feeling that can really help you navigate decisions, 74 00:02:38,580 --> 00:02:39,820 big or small. 75 00:02:39,820 --> 00:02:41,020 I love that. 76 00:02:41,020 --> 00:02:43,580 So much of rewilding feels like it's about rediscovering 77 00:02:43,580 --> 00:02:46,020 those things we've forgotten we're capable of. 78 00:02:46,020 --> 00:02:48,700 But we live in a world that's constantly on. 79 00:02:48,700 --> 00:02:50,660 How do we actually quiet our minds 80 00:02:50,660 --> 00:02:53,060 and tap into those deeper instincts? 81 00:02:53,060 --> 00:02:55,140 I'm picturing our listener here, phone in hand, 82 00:02:55,140 --> 00:02:56,900 trying to meditate in a park, 83 00:02:56,900 --> 00:02:59,260 but they're getting bombarded with notifications. 84 00:02:59,260 --> 00:03:00,100 Right, right. 85 00:03:00,100 --> 00:03:02,060 I think that's where the practice of forest bathing comes in. 86 00:03:02,060 --> 00:03:03,100 And before you laugh. 87 00:03:03,100 --> 00:03:04,700 This isn't about taking a dip in a lake, 88 00:03:04,700 --> 00:03:06,500 though that is not a bad idea either. 89 00:03:06,500 --> 00:03:08,980 It's more about consciously immersing yourself 90 00:03:08,980 --> 00:03:10,340 in a natural setting 91 00:03:10,340 --> 00:03:12,460 and really engaging all of your senses. 92 00:03:12,460 --> 00:03:13,740 I'm intrigued. 93 00:03:13,740 --> 00:03:15,940 Tell me more about this forest bathing thing. 94 00:03:15,940 --> 00:03:19,740 It's actually a Japanese practice called shinrin-yoku. 95 00:03:19,740 --> 00:03:21,820 And it's really about slowing down, 96 00:03:21,820 --> 00:03:24,700 tuning into the sights, the sounds, 97 00:03:24,700 --> 00:03:26,820 even the smells of a natural space. 98 00:03:26,820 --> 00:03:28,780 And studies have shown it can actually 99 00:03:28,780 --> 00:03:30,460 lower those stress hormones, 100 00:03:30,460 --> 00:03:31,900 improves your mood, 101 00:03:31,900 --> 00:03:33,580 even boosts creativity. 102 00:03:33,580 --> 00:03:34,420 Wow. 103 00:03:34,420 --> 00:03:36,140 And the best part is, 104 00:03:36,140 --> 00:03:37,820 you don't need a whole forest to do it. 105 00:03:37,820 --> 00:03:40,020 A park, a backyard, 106 00:03:40,020 --> 00:03:42,220 even a few houseplants can have a real impact. 107 00:03:42,220 --> 00:03:43,820 So instead of like scrolling through our phones 108 00:03:43,820 --> 00:03:44,660 on our lunch break, 109 00:03:44,660 --> 00:03:46,580 we should be finding a patch of grass 110 00:03:46,580 --> 00:03:49,020 and just existing. 111 00:03:49,020 --> 00:03:50,660 It's more about shifting your attention. 112 00:03:50,660 --> 00:03:51,500 Yeah. 113 00:03:51,500 --> 00:03:52,500 You're noticing the way the light filters 114 00:03:52,500 --> 00:03:53,340 through the leaves, 115 00:03:53,340 --> 00:03:54,660 the feel of the breeze, 116 00:03:54,660 --> 00:03:57,020 the sounds of birdsong instead of traffic. 117 00:03:57,020 --> 00:03:58,580 Our senses are literally starved 118 00:03:58,580 --> 00:04:00,100 for that kind of input in the city. 119 00:04:00,100 --> 00:04:01,420 It's funny you mentioned that. 120 00:04:01,420 --> 00:04:02,860 When I do spend time in nature, 121 00:04:02,860 --> 00:04:05,740 I've noticed I pick up on details I normally wouldn't. 122 00:04:05,740 --> 00:04:07,980 Like the way sunlight makes the leaves shimmer 123 00:04:07,980 --> 00:04:10,260 or those little patterns in a bird's feather. 124 00:04:10,260 --> 00:04:12,380 It's almost like my senses are waking up. 125 00:04:12,380 --> 00:04:13,540 Exactly. 126 00:04:13,540 --> 00:04:14,940 You're engaging with the world 127 00:04:14,940 --> 00:04:17,580 in a way that modern life often dulls. 128 00:04:17,580 --> 00:04:19,420 And it's not just visual either. 129 00:04:19,420 --> 00:04:21,500 You know, listen to the rustling leaves, 130 00:04:21,500 --> 00:04:23,740 feel the texture of bark even, 131 00:04:23,740 --> 00:04:25,380 smell the damp earth. 132 00:04:25,380 --> 00:04:27,500 It brings you fully into the present moment, 133 00:04:27,500 --> 00:04:29,020 which is incredibly grounding. 134 00:04:29,020 --> 00:04:31,260 We're talking about engaging all those senses 135 00:04:31,260 --> 00:04:33,380 and food feels like another big piece 136 00:04:33,380 --> 00:04:35,340 of this whole rewilding puzzle. 137 00:04:35,340 --> 00:04:36,740 But again, it's easy to feel stuck 138 00:04:36,740 --> 00:04:38,340 when you're in the city. 139 00:04:38,340 --> 00:04:40,420 Takeout menus are way more accessible 140 00:04:40,420 --> 00:04:42,180 than foraging for wild edibles. 141 00:04:42,180 --> 00:04:43,020 You'd be surprised. 142 00:04:43,020 --> 00:04:44,780 Foraging is more common than you think, 143 00:04:44,780 --> 00:04:46,700 even urban foraging. 144 00:04:46,700 --> 00:04:48,100 But let's back up a bit. 145 00:04:48,100 --> 00:04:51,060 Rewilding your diet isn't really about living off the land. 146 00:04:51,060 --> 00:04:53,540 It's more about shifting your mindset about food. 147 00:04:53,540 --> 00:04:54,380 Okay. 148 00:04:54,380 --> 00:04:55,420 Untack that a bit for me. 149 00:04:55,420 --> 00:04:56,860 What does that look like practically? 150 00:04:56,860 --> 00:05:00,300 We'll start by just bringing in more of the wild, you know? 151 00:05:00,300 --> 00:05:02,300 Grow some herbs on your windowsill. 152 00:05:03,100 --> 00:05:06,540 Swap that afternoon coffee for like a herbal tea. 153 00:05:06,540 --> 00:05:08,260 When you do buy groceries, 154 00:05:08,260 --> 00:05:10,740 think local and seasonal farmers markets are great for that. 155 00:05:10,740 --> 00:05:13,180 So it's about those small conscious choices 156 00:05:13,180 --> 00:05:14,860 that kind of bring us a bit closer 157 00:05:14,860 --> 00:05:16,420 to the source of our food. 158 00:05:16,420 --> 00:05:19,220 A bit more in tune with those natural rhythms. 159 00:05:19,220 --> 00:05:20,220 Precisely. 160 00:05:20,220 --> 00:05:23,100 It's a way to reclaim that connection to what we eat, 161 00:05:23,100 --> 00:05:25,940 where it comes from, and how it backpack our bodies. 162 00:05:25,940 --> 00:05:28,660 Plus seasonal local produce just tastes better. 163 00:05:28,660 --> 00:05:29,980 I can definitely get behind that. 164 00:05:29,980 --> 00:05:31,060 Speaking of connection, 165 00:05:31,060 --> 00:05:33,660 I want to touch on the animal aspect of all this. 166 00:05:33,660 --> 00:05:36,260 City life can feel so separate from the natural world, 167 00:05:36,260 --> 00:05:38,020 including, you know, animals. 168 00:05:38,020 --> 00:05:38,860 Yeah, it's easy to forget 169 00:05:38,860 --> 00:05:41,380 we're part of this intricate web of life. 170 00:05:41,380 --> 00:05:43,300 And animals are essential to that. 171 00:05:43,300 --> 00:05:45,940 Rewilding is about remembering those ancient bonds 172 00:05:45,940 --> 00:05:47,740 we have with other species. 173 00:05:47,740 --> 00:05:50,420 Okay, so how do we actually do that in a respectful way, 174 00:05:50,420 --> 00:05:51,780 especially in an urban setting? 175 00:05:51,780 --> 00:05:54,420 I can't exactly go hug a squirrel in the park, 176 00:05:54,420 --> 00:05:55,500 though I've been tempted. 177 00:05:55,500 --> 00:05:58,340 While I wouldn't recommend hugging random squirrels, 178 00:05:58,340 --> 00:06:01,220 the key is really mindful interaction. 179 00:06:01,220 --> 00:06:03,820 Start by just learning about the wildlife in your area. 180 00:06:03,820 --> 00:06:06,300 The types of birds, the critters that come out at night, 181 00:06:06,300 --> 00:06:07,700 even just observing their behavior, 182 00:06:07,700 --> 00:06:09,740 their patterns can be incredibly grounding. 183 00:06:09,740 --> 00:06:11,420 It's like tuning into a whole other world 184 00:06:11,420 --> 00:06:12,460 that's always been there. 185 00:06:12,460 --> 00:06:13,940 We've just forgotten how to see it. 186 00:06:13,940 --> 00:06:15,260 Exactly. 187 00:06:15,260 --> 00:06:17,700 And remember, respect is key. 188 00:06:17,700 --> 00:06:20,660 Admire from a distance, avoid feeding them. 189 00:06:20,660 --> 00:06:22,420 It disrupts their natural habits. 190 00:06:22,420 --> 00:06:24,740 And remember, we are visitors in their home. 191 00:06:24,740 --> 00:06:27,820 Right, we've talked about movement, mindfulness, 192 00:06:27,820 --> 00:06:29,260 food, animals. 193 00:06:29,260 --> 00:06:30,700 It feels like so much of this comes down 194 00:06:30,700 --> 00:06:34,420 to recalibrating our senses, being more present. 195 00:06:34,420 --> 00:06:37,020 But how do we create that sense of wildness 196 00:06:37,020 --> 00:06:37,860 within our own home, 197 00:06:37,860 --> 00:06:40,500 especially if we're, you know, surrounded by concrete? 198 00:06:40,500 --> 00:06:42,980 You'd be surprised how much we can actually do. 199 00:06:42,980 --> 00:06:43,820 Think about it. 200 00:06:43,820 --> 00:06:46,220 What are the elements of nature that bring you peace? 201 00:06:46,220 --> 00:06:48,020 How can you bring those indoors? 202 00:06:48,020 --> 00:06:50,740 Well, I've become a bit obsessed with houseplants lately. 203 00:06:50,740 --> 00:06:53,100 My apartment is starting to resemble a jungle, 204 00:06:53,100 --> 00:06:54,860 but like a good kind of jungle. 205 00:06:54,860 --> 00:06:56,180 That's fantastic. 206 00:06:56,180 --> 00:06:58,380 Houseplants purify your air. 207 00:06:58,380 --> 00:07:00,300 They bring in color and life. 208 00:07:00,300 --> 00:07:02,420 And just the act of caring for something 209 00:07:02,420 --> 00:07:04,580 can be incredibly grounding. 210 00:07:04,580 --> 00:07:06,340 But it goes beyond that. 211 00:07:06,340 --> 00:07:08,900 Use natural materials in your decor. 212 00:07:08,900 --> 00:07:10,700 Maximize that natural light. 213 00:07:10,700 --> 00:07:13,540 Declutter your space to create a sense of calm. 214 00:07:13,540 --> 00:07:16,140 It's like we're talking about creating a sanctuary, 215 00:07:16,140 --> 00:07:19,140 a little pocket of wildness within the city walls. 216 00:07:19,140 --> 00:07:21,460 But what about rewinding our minds? 217 00:07:21,460 --> 00:07:23,140 That feels like the bigger challenge. 218 00:07:23,140 --> 00:07:24,940 How do we quiet the noise of the city 219 00:07:24,940 --> 00:07:26,820 and those ingrained thought patterns 220 00:07:26,820 --> 00:07:28,580 that keep us so disconnected? 221 00:07:28,580 --> 00:07:30,620 It's like we're so used to operating on autopilot, 222 00:07:30,620 --> 00:07:33,460 you know, glued to our screens and those to-do lists. 223 00:07:33,460 --> 00:07:35,340 We've kind of forgotten how to just be. 224 00:07:35,340 --> 00:07:36,620 You hit the nail on the head there. 225 00:07:36,620 --> 00:07:39,820 It's about unlearning some of those deeply ingrained habits. 226 00:07:39,820 --> 00:07:40,660 Yeah. 227 00:07:40,660 --> 00:07:41,980 That constant need for productivity, 228 00:07:41,980 --> 00:07:45,500 for instant gratification, for logic over intuition. 229 00:07:45,500 --> 00:07:48,140 Those are all modern constructs that can really block us 230 00:07:48,140 --> 00:07:50,060 from connecting with that wilder, 231 00:07:50,060 --> 00:07:51,660 more intuitive part of ourselves. 232 00:07:51,660 --> 00:07:53,740 So how do we start to undo that programming? 233 00:07:53,740 --> 00:07:55,340 It's not like we can all just quit our jobs 234 00:07:55,340 --> 00:07:56,700 and move to the wilderness. 235 00:07:56,700 --> 00:07:58,900 Though it sounds pretty tempting some days. 236 00:07:58,900 --> 00:07:59,740 Yeah. 237 00:07:59,740 --> 00:08:00,780 You don't have to escape the city 238 00:08:00,780 --> 00:08:02,380 to find that wildness within. 239 00:08:02,380 --> 00:08:05,220 It starts with small conscious acts of rebellion 240 00:08:05,220 --> 00:08:06,940 against that autopilot mode. 241 00:08:06,940 --> 00:08:07,780 OK. 242 00:08:07,780 --> 00:08:09,940 Put down your phone and really observe your surroundings. 243 00:08:09,940 --> 00:08:11,220 Take a different route to work. 244 00:08:11,220 --> 00:08:12,260 Just to shake things up. 245 00:08:12,260 --> 00:08:13,100 Yeah. 246 00:08:13,100 --> 00:08:15,020 Spend time in nature without an agenda, 247 00:08:15,020 --> 00:08:17,260 without feeling like you need to be productive. 248 00:08:17,260 --> 00:08:20,380 It's about giving ourselves permission to just be, 249 00:08:20,380 --> 00:08:22,900 to rediscover that sense of curiosity and wonder 250 00:08:22,900 --> 00:08:24,620 that we probably all had as kids. 251 00:08:24,620 --> 00:08:25,460 Exactly. 252 00:08:25,460 --> 00:08:27,780 And mindfulness practices can be really helpful here. 253 00:08:27,780 --> 00:08:30,580 You know, meditation, even for a few minutes a day, 254 00:08:30,580 --> 00:08:34,020 can help you become more aware of those thought patterns 255 00:08:34,020 --> 00:08:36,340 that keep you locked in that cycle of doing 256 00:08:36,340 --> 00:08:37,380 rather than being. 257 00:08:37,380 --> 00:08:39,580 It's like hitting the reset button on our brains, 258 00:08:39,580 --> 00:08:41,500 reminding ourselves that we're not machines. 259 00:08:41,500 --> 00:08:44,700 We're part of something bigger, wilder, more connected 260 00:08:44,700 --> 00:08:46,580 than our to-do lists would have us believe. 261 00:08:46,580 --> 00:08:49,260 And that brings us to another really important aspect 262 00:08:49,260 --> 00:08:50,620 of rewilding community. 263 00:08:50,620 --> 00:08:51,460 Mm-hmm. 264 00:08:51,460 --> 00:08:53,980 You know, humans have always thrived in tribes, 265 00:08:53,980 --> 00:08:55,580 in groups with a shared purpose. 266 00:08:55,580 --> 00:08:56,420 Yeah. 267 00:08:56,420 --> 00:08:58,740 And in a world that can feel increasingly isolating, 268 00:08:58,740 --> 00:09:01,900 finding your pack, your rewilding tribe 269 00:09:01,900 --> 00:09:03,420 can make all the difference. 270 00:09:03,420 --> 00:09:05,660 We've talked about community gardens before. 271 00:09:05,660 --> 00:09:07,900 What does that look like in a practical sense? 272 00:09:07,900 --> 00:09:11,300 It can be as simple as joining a local hiking group, 273 00:09:11,300 --> 00:09:13,420 volunteering at a park cleanup, 274 00:09:13,420 --> 00:09:15,780 or even connecting with people online 275 00:09:15,780 --> 00:09:17,820 who share your interest in foraging 276 00:09:17,820 --> 00:09:19,060 or wildlife photography. 277 00:09:19,060 --> 00:09:19,900 Right. 278 00:09:19,900 --> 00:09:22,260 The point is to find your people. 279 00:09:22,260 --> 00:09:26,020 Those who understand this desire to connect with nature 280 00:09:26,020 --> 00:09:29,180 and who can support you on your own rewilding journey. 281 00:09:29,180 --> 00:09:32,580 Yeah, because let's be real, it's not always easy. 282 00:09:32,580 --> 00:09:33,420 It's not. 283 00:09:33,420 --> 00:09:35,380 There will be days when you'd rather order takeout 284 00:09:35,380 --> 00:09:37,380 than cook a meal from scratch or scratch 285 00:09:37,380 --> 00:09:39,900 or scroll through social media than go for a walk in the park. 286 00:09:39,900 --> 00:09:41,140 Absolutely. 287 00:09:41,140 --> 00:09:43,100 But that's where having a supportive community 288 00:09:43,100 --> 00:09:44,460 can make all the difference. 289 00:09:44,460 --> 00:09:47,340 It's about celebrating those small victories together, 290 00:09:47,340 --> 00:09:49,660 encouraging each other through the challenges, 291 00:09:49,660 --> 00:09:51,460 and remembering that every step we take 292 00:09:51,460 --> 00:09:53,500 towards a wilder, more connected life 293 00:09:53,500 --> 00:09:54,900 is a step worth taking. 294 00:09:54,900 --> 00:09:56,380 And it's not just about us, is it? 295 00:09:56,380 --> 00:09:58,740 It's about creating a healthier, wilder future 296 00:09:58,740 --> 00:10:00,100 for generations to come. 297 00:10:00,100 --> 00:10:01,020 Beautifully said. 298 00:10:01,020 --> 00:10:02,580 By rewilding ourselves, 299 00:10:02,580 --> 00:10:05,100 by reconnecting with nature and with each other, 300 00:10:05,100 --> 00:10:06,820 we're also planting seeds for a future 301 00:10:06,820 --> 00:10:09,580 where humans and nature are no longer seen as separate, 302 00:10:09,580 --> 00:10:11,220 but rather as different parts 303 00:10:11,220 --> 00:10:13,740 of the same interconnected web of life. 304 00:10:13,740 --> 00:10:15,940 So for you listening, what will you do today 305 00:10:15,940 --> 00:10:17,500 to reconnect with your own wildness? 306 00:10:17,500 --> 00:10:18,900 Maybe it's finally going for that hike 307 00:10:18,900 --> 00:10:20,060 you've been putting off, 308 00:10:20,060 --> 00:10:22,260 starting at herb garden on your windowsill, 309 00:10:22,260 --> 00:10:24,940 or just taking a few minutes to appreciate the sunset 310 00:10:24,940 --> 00:10:26,300 without reaching for your phone. 311 00:10:26,300 --> 00:10:27,780 Just be present. 312 00:10:27,780 --> 00:10:30,780 Remember, rewilding is not about being perfect. 313 00:10:30,780 --> 00:10:32,420 It's about being present. 314 00:10:32,420 --> 00:10:33,780 It's a lifelong journey 315 00:10:33,780 --> 00:10:35,580 of rediscovering those ancient rhythms, 316 00:10:35,580 --> 00:10:37,060 those primal connections, 317 00:10:37,060 --> 00:10:39,620 and remembering that we are a part of nature, 318 00:10:39,620 --> 00:10:40,660 not apart from it. 319 00:10:40,660 --> 00:10:42,620 And on that note, we'll leave you with this. 320 00:10:42,620 --> 00:10:43,660 Go find your wild. 321 00:10:43,660 --> 00:10:44,500 It's real. 322 00:10:44,500 --> 00:10:45,580 We'll be here next time with another deep dive 323 00:10:45,580 --> 00:11:06,580 into the things that matter.