To Listen

We live in a culture which assumes that scientific descriptions are truthful and that alternative ways of knowing are less valid. But our linear, conceptual understanding of the world will always be limited. Due to our conditioning, it can be difficult to step outside of our rational, thinking mind and to realise how vast and unknowable the cosmos is.

Perhaps trying to control and “fix” the world with scientific and technological innovation isn’t the best approach. Perhaps the desire to fix and solve everything is why we have so many problems. Maybe we need to do less and observe patiently. Maybe we need to look inward and get in touch with our intuitions. Maybe we need to live simpler lives. Maybe we need to relearn how to listen to nature, to really listen.