corbett film
my connection to the forest, spiritually and physically; the importance of seeing oneself as within nature, not just experiencing it; the value of a childhood spent learning from the jungle
corbett film
my connection to the forest, spiritually and physically; the importance of seeing oneself as within nature, not just experiencing it; the value of a childhood spent learning from the jungle
In the forest, every living thing – seen and unseen – gives and takes in ways essential to the ecosystem's survival, connected by invisible channels that run deep underground. Amidst the chaos of countless species, bacteria, and intertwined habitats, a delicate but historic balance exists, each part playing a crucial role in sustaining the whole.
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Humans are nature. There is no such thing as a separate nature. That is, it seems quite silly that humans still say things like: “I love to get out into nature.” Or “I’m really inspired by nature.” Or “we have to get back to nature.” What a weird, common, and deep lapse this is. The divisions we see are made by us and are of a wholly provisional
... See moreBeing nature as opposed to being in nature is our ultimate human state.
A third premise is that every human being has a unique and mystical relationship to the wild world, and that the conscious discovery and cultivation of that relationship is at the core of true adulthood. In contemporary society, we think of maturity simply in terms of hard work and practical responsibilities. I believe, in contrast, that true
... See moreI'm not looking to save the world; I'm trying to preserve humanity's connection with nature. I was given an invaluable gift by having Corbett be such a pivotal part of my upbringing, and I want others to have the chance to find meaning in wildlife as I did. Wild spaces like these are sacred to animals and humans alike; just as fish find haven at
... See morewithout introducing children to the interconnectedness of life, the gushy, gross wonder of the roiling, seething, slimy, dirty aliveness of nature, how will they love it, and how will they protect it?