Healing Ourselves as We Heal the Earth – Reflection

Healing Ourselves as We Heal the Earth promotes mutual healing for both humans and the planet.  Embracing sustainable living practices benefits the environment and also enhances personal well-being.  MAEOE embraces the concept that this relationship between healing, health, and the environment leads to healthier people.  This year (2023/24) we adopted and promoted the interconnectedness of human health and the health of the Earth.

In February at the 2024 MAEOE Conference DEIJA Symposium four EE Professionals led a vibrant discussion on “Healing Ourselves as We Heal the Earth”. In April at the  Spring DEIJA Symposium an inspirational presentation was delivered by LaTreice Branson.

LaTreice inspired, guided, and nudged us to heal.

“As adults we forget how to take naps, and recess.”  “Play outside encourages discovery.”   “Turn off your phones and go into nature.”  LaTreice Branson, educator, speaker, musician, performer welcomes people into their healing.  Self-described as a disabled woman that loves nature, LaTreice has developed creative ways to stimulate healing in nature.  “Let it rain on me!”  “Nature lightens the load.”  “Healing requires action.”  “How do we activate healing?”  “Can nature fix your attitude?”  “Once we begin to heal ourselves, the environment around us heals”.

We look toward to a future where humanity thrives in harmony with nature, resulting in an Earth that nurtures a healthier, happier global community,

MAEOE invites you to learn more about how nature guided LaTreice into her healing journey.  This recording is available on YouTube.