Nurturing Community and Compassion through Nature Connection w/ Ruth Forest Clouds

Have you ever been through a storm in your life that felt like it would never end?

In this episode, I share my own experience of sailing through a storm in the Caribbean 23 years ago and how it relates to the personal challenges I've faced over the past few months.

Join me as I reflect on my past and how they relate to my current experiences, and listen out for when I have a fresh AHA-moment that gives me extra clarity, calm an confidence for the next part of my journey.

If you're looking for inspiration and guidance to help you navigate through your own stormy periods in life, this episode might just be exactly what you need.

If this episode resonates with you in any way, drop me an email hello@awakentonature.com or pop me a DM on Instagram 

I'd love to hear from you.

Stay True
Mike
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What kind of relationship do you have with your mind?

Is it like a good friend that encourages and supports your highest values?
Or does it make you doubt yourself, feel unworthy and undeserving?

Are the conversation you have with yourself mostly positive or negative?

What if you had the power to change the outcome of these conversations?
What if you could do it, today!?

In this episode I share something you can do to create change in your life.

At its core it is simple, but putting it into practice is not always easy. The good news... there are ways to make it easier.

I guess the question is, do you want to make positive change in your life?

This episode is for you, if you answered yes.

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Everyone has their sights set on the end of the year and the new goals they want to achieve.

Why not do the opposite and take some time to acknowledge the journey you have experienced this year? That way, the goals you achieve in 2023 will be even more satisfying.

This has been an important shift for me in the past couple of years. I hope it works for you too.

Hang in to the end of the episode to find out what Jo and I are up to during the holidays.

Thanks for being on this journey with me. Your support is greatly appreciated. I look forward to connecting more with you in 2023.

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I am so pleased to be sharing this magical conversation I had with Isla Macleod.

Isla is a ceremonialist, ritual designer and transformational healer devoted to restoring the Sacred and supporting others in their quest for meaning and belonging.


Her work is expressed through bespoke ceremonies, rites of passage, ritual crafting workshops, guided healing journeys, pilgrimages, soul-making retreats, mentoring and most recently Isla’s new book; Rituals for Life, which in itself is a work of magic.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How Isla’s time in a yurt brought her closer to her darkness.
• How Isla 'grounded' herself whilst navigating her inner and outer landscape.
• How having a framework of Nature connection, ceremony and ritual would help Isla connect with and express her True Nature.
• Learn about a special initiation and how that would shape the rest of her journey.
• Tips on how to deepen your relationship with tree and animal spirits.
• What it means to Re-Enchant the world.
• What you can expect from Isla’s new book; Rituals for Life

And so much more magic and wisdom...


I really enjoyed the conversation and getting to know Isla. I recommend checking out all that Isla has to offer. 

Buy Isla's amazing book Rituals for Life

Visit Isla’s website

Follow Isla on Instagram

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CONNECT WITH ME:

• Awaken to Nature website
• DM me on Instagram
• Send me an email with your feedback, queries or simply to say hello.

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I went on a 4 day/ 3 night solo wild camping trip into the wilderness of the Western Cape, here in South Africa.


It had been on my 'to-do' list for 3 years!
 

In this episode I share the reason why I procrastinated for so long, some of what I experienced while I was in-the-wild and 3 Key Lessons I received from my time in Nature


I wanted to share these insights and lessons as I do feel they are of value and it might just be the perfect time for you to receive them too.


This is a personal solo podcast, I hope you enjoy this window-into-my-world.


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CLICK HERE to register for The Rise Up Rooted Symposium
Join us starting on October 31
Reconnect with the Earth, Reawaken Your True Nature, & Rewild Your Busy Life!

It's FREE to register and you will have access to the content for 72hrs. There is an option to get lifetime access for a small amount.

Please note; The above link is an affiliate link, which means I will get a small % of the sale if any purchases are made. It doesn’t cost you any extra and you would be supporting me and the work I do

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Joining me today is Alex Strauss, A best-selling author, sought-after editor, and entrepreneur, Alex has been showcased in The Guardian, BBC Radio, the International Mindfulness & Meditation Alliance, FiftyForward, The Wholehearted Business Show, and Women Developing Brilliance.

Her books include The Mindful Walker: Rediscovering the Simple Path to a Happier, Healthier, More Peaceful Life and The Simple Path: 52 Mindful Walks for a Strong Body, a Clear Mind, and a Joyful Spirit.

Alex is the Founder of The Mindful Walker School of Wellbeing and the bi-annual Rise Up Rooted Global Wellness Symposium, a premier forum for Nature-based wisdom from around the world.

I was introduced to Alex via Ian Banyard from Nature Connection World and was really honored to be featured as a speaker at Rise Up Rooted which will be live 31st Oct 2022

Rise Up Rooted is FREE - find out more and register HERE

In this episode you will hear about Alex’ journey and how she was inspired to create The Mindful Walker. Alex experienced some challenging times and shares how the healing power of Nature supported her. She also shares her experience as a mother and how she learnt to manage her own well-being so that she could be a better mother. We’ll hear why walking in nature is so important for managing our well-being.

I hope you enjoy getting to know Alex and the wisdom she has to share.

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In this episode I share some of what happened in my personal life over the past few months that led to my impromptu sabbatical. You will hear about some of my transformative journey which sheds light on why I have been so quiet.


This is the first time I am publicly announcing that I was one of the 20+ featured speakers for the Rise Up Rooted Symposium. be the first to hear a personal story that I haven't shared publicly, until now.


The Rise Up Rooted Symposium is FREE to all registered attendees but you do need to RSVP, in order to receive the joining instructions and to receive replays the next day.


Simply CLICK HERE to register today, and join us starting on October 31 for The Rise Up Rooted Symposium: Reconnect with the Earth, Reawaken Your True Nature, & Rewild Your Busy Life!

I invited the founder and creator of Rise UpRooted, Alex Strauss, to join me here, on The Awaken to Nature Podcast. That episode will be available next week.

I was honored to be part of this event. I can’t wait to see you there!

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This is Episode 2 of a three part miniseries:
Why Time in Nature is Essential For Your Body, Mind and Spiritual Well-Being

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In this episode I share 7 reasons why time in Nature is good for your Mind.

Some of the topics we cover in this episode include;

• Sunlight and the effect it has on your mental well-being.
• The sea side and the benefits of Vitamin SEA.
• What happens when you spend too much time looking at screens. 
• How Nature can help reduce stress, anxiety and depression.
• Natural sounds and the effect they have on your  mental state.

Along the way we will identify some of the common challenges we face in the modern world. 
We will look at some of the simple solutions that Nature has to offer and the science that supports them.
I share some of my tips on how to incorporate them into your daily life.


By maintaining a healthy body, mind and spiritual well-being you set yourself up for living a more fulfilled and meaningful life.

NATURAL SOUNDS to help you relax when at home or at the office:

River with Birds - Listen Here

Birdsong - Listen Here

Sound of Spring - Listen Here

Enjoy episode 2.
If you haven't already done so, hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn your bell notification. In the next episode we will be looking at how time in nature benefits your Spiritual well-being.

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Episode 1 of a three part miniseries:
Why Time in Nature is Essential For Your Body, Mind and Spiritual Well-Being

Access FREE Well-being Guide here.
It includes 7 ways to improve your well-being in 10minutes or less.

Each episode will focus on one of these well-being elements. In this episode I share 7 reasons why time in Nature is good for your body.


Along the way we will identify some of the common challenges we face in the modern world. 
I will introduce a variety of simple solutions that Nature has to offer and the science that supports them.
I share my top-tips on how to incorporate them into your daily life.


By optimizing your time outdoors to positively impact your well-being, you set yourself up for living a more fulfilled and meaningful life.

Enjoy episode 1.
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In this episode I share an encounter I had whilst visiting one of my favourite places; Cape Point Nature Reserve.


During my solo trip into the reserve I had a couple of unique and special encounters with the Eland(worlds largest antelope). I came across a carcass of an Eland and just a short while later I had a close up experience with the main herd of Eland that roams the reserve.

The experience made quite an impact. After taking some time to reflect and connect with these experiences I recorded some of my insights. The main focus for this episode is about exploring how to go about using death as a motivation for life.

Living from this place calls on some interesting questions.

After all, the purpose of life is to find fulfillment. So how do we go about forming a relationship with our own mortality, so that we may take steps towards living a fulfilled life? What does that even mean?

I hope you enjoy me sharing this encounter.

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