How are our bodies and nature connected and how can we tap into the language that's at the core of both again. In today's episode you'll meet Judith Binias, a nature therapist who dedicated her life and work to restore the connection between our bodies and nature. In the episode we explore the nourishing power of movement, the importance of nature and body connection, eco anxiety and inclusiveness in the outdoor-world.

Books

Braiding Sweetgrass – Robin Wall Kimmerer
Your Brain on Nature - Logan & Selhub
Women who Run with the Wolves - Clarissa Pinkola Estés

Practices

Find Judith at

Instagram @judith.binias

Website https://seewithyourbody.de/

In this bite-size episode we'll discuss the different aspects of nature that can have a soothing and healing effect on your nervous system. From sunlight, sounds, patterns and the grounding electrical current of the earth. Herbs are a profound way in which nature can help us to take care of our bodies and minds. In this episode we explore different herbs and mushrooms that are amazing for the nervous system. You'll also learn a little bit more about how to incorporate herbs into your daily life and how to work with them.

This episode is all about how nature can help us to find balance in between the highs and lows of life. We'll have a look at things society labels as "unwanted", like anxiety and pests, and look at what the role of these aspects are in the bigger ecosystem. Nature helps us to understand the time and place of everything and this wisdom enables us to grow more resilient.

Engaging in this continuous dance is really where somatic coaching and nature connection meet. Somatic modalities can help us to create space to track our inner world and become aware of the whatever is going on within - and how this affects the interaction with our outerworlds. As a nourishing bonus this episode starts with a felt sense practice that can be done wherever you are at, to feel the benefits of this glorious mix of nature and somatics first hand.

In this short episode we explore slowness and seasonal living as the antidote to modern hustle culture. What can we learn from nature when life feels too slow or too quick. Why can seasonal living be an antidote to stress and how can it boost our collective performance.

In this episode we'll explore five nourishing ways in which you can deepen your relationship with nature. From stories, to elements, reflection and rituals - this episode is loaded with inspiration and practical invitations to get even more out your time in nature. And we'll dabble lightly in why spending time outdoors is not only good for your wellbeing, but for the wellbeing of our planet as a whole.

As a nature connection coach I'm lucky enough to work with many people in nature, and you'll find some wonderful stories in this episode that illustrate how powerful this work can be - and how you can give it a try yourself.

In this episode we explore wildcrafting as rebellion: How it can be a gateway for a deep sense of nature connection and how it can bring back power to the people. In this podcast I share a bit more on how to start wildcrafting, how to do so ethically and what you'll need.

In the episode you'll find seven easy to recognize widespread plants to kick of, or deepen, your wildcrafting adventures. Let's the Musks and Bezos rule the air, while we roam the earth.

In this episode I'll take you along the journey of our tiny house build. How we ended up at an offgrid permaculture community, how we settled on the dome shape design and how we worked with the landscape.

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You can connect with me on Instagram @runningwithsheep or read more about my work at www.thewildrootsguide.com

Music credits: Purple Planet Music

Let's dive into the world of wintering and darkness. How can we ride the waves of darkness and embark on a revolution to change the world.

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You can connect with me on Instagram @runningwithsheep or read more about my work at www.thewildrootsguide.com

Music credits: Purple Planet Music

In this episode we explore direct and gradual cold exposure and how to stay and get warm when you are outdoors in nature.

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You can connect with me on Instagram @runningwithsheep or read more about my work at www.thewildrootsguide.com

Music credits: Purple Planet Music

In this episode we will explore the fascinating healing powers of nature and two nature connection practices to work with them.

If you like the episode, please share it with your loved ones or leave a review!

You can connect with me on Instagram @runningwithsheep or read more about my work at www.thewildrootsguide.com

Music credits: Purple Planet Music