I believe in the wisdom and animacy of the more-than-human world to facilitate healing. Nature holds space for whatever arises, and reminds us of the inter-connections that sustain us. Honor your nature, and honor the natural world, to remain rooted in times of uncertainty.
Awareness
Time spent in nature can inspire awe, and teaches us to see a bigger picture. This spaciousness and perspective is essential when faced with challenges in our lives. A wider view allows us to navigate the complex intersections of our modern society and to better live our lives with equanimity, grace, trust and confidence.
“We often forget that we are nature. Nature is not something separate from us. So when we say that we have lost our connection to nature we’ve lost our connection to ourselves.” - Andy Goldworthy
Connection
We live in complex and often dis-orienting times where many issues intersect. We are acutely aware of a rapidly changing environment and the affect it has on society. This can lead to anxiety, fear and a general lack of ease. Re-connecting with the natural world, and our own embodied nature, can help re-orient us amidst the uncertainty.
“The times are urgent so let us slow down” - Bayo Akomolafe
Invitation
As an Eco-Chaplain, I invite you to notice how exploration of our inner and outer landscapes inspire harmony and balance in our lives.
“With Suzy’s help I am remembering that nature has answers for us and that we can learn to be really good listeners to ourselves as well as our planet. I’m grateful for Suzy’s gentle reminders about our interconnection with earth and others in community.” - Bretton N
Sessions
Our sessions engage with whatever is present, through deep listening, somatic activities, guided meditation, mindfulness, journaling or writing and contemplative practices.
Whether we are celebrating something new in our lives, addressing trauma, or grieving a loss, recognizing and embodying these transitions honors our unique path and our place in an interconnected and marvelously diverse world.
With all of my offerings, I am learning and healing along with those I work with. The more-than-human world is constantly presenting new teachings and deeper awareness. I am available to accompany you on a healing journey that can be done remotely or in person. We will honor our place in the community of the natural world where the deep connections take place. I listen carefully, and with total presence to your experience moment to moment. We also listen to our surroundings, and the wisdom they have to share.
Last Night The Rain Spoke To Me Mary Oliver
The sky cleared
I was standing
under a tree.
The tree was a tree
with happy leaves,
and I was myself,
and there were stars in the sky
that were also themselves
at the moment,
at which moment
my right hand
was holding my left hand
which was holding the tree
which was filled with stars
and the soft rain -
imagine! imagine!
the long and wondrous journeys
still to be ours.