The Nature Connection Podcast

Sanne Giesen
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The Nature Connection Podcast

The Nature Connection Podcast is for the wild people of the earth yearning to come home to nature and themselves. In the podcast we explore ways in which nature and ancient earth skills can enrich modern life, how it can support (mental) health and the regeneration of our planet. This show is hosted by Sanne Giesen, nature connection coach, herbalist and regenerative leadership guide with a background in psychology.

  1. FEB 24

    Episode 29: Summoned by the Earth with Cynthia Jurs

    In this episode we'll welcome Cynthia Jurs, who speaks about her journey to heal and protect the Earth. Inspired by an old lama in Nepal, Cynthia shares her experiences with Earth Treasure Vases, ritual objects filled with prayers and symbolic offerings. She shares more about the global community who are dedicated to planting these vases in places that need healing. The conversation centers on her book, Summoned by the Earth, which chronicles her journey and calls for a communal awakening and the discovery of each person’s unique contribution to a better world. Cynthia offers practical advice on how to begin connecting with Gaia through meditation, ritual, and interaction with nature.

    1 hr

  2. FEB 23

    Episode 28: Rewild Your Wellbeing with Amber-Rose and George Knight

    In this episode, Amber-Rose and George Knight from Beyond Domestication join us to talk about the seven principles of well-being. These principles are: food, water, air, sunlight, movement, mindfulness, and sleep. Amber-Rose and George share insights into how these practices can benefit us physically and mentally. They also discuss how reconnecting with nature can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life.

    57 min

  3. FEB 22

    Episode 27: Earth and Soul with Leah Rampy

    It has been a hot minute - but we are back! A combination of illness and an intricate process around securing the land we live on but the podcast on the backburner. In the upcoming weeks there will be three juicy episodes from last year that still needed to be published. This episode features a conversation between Leah Rampy and The Nature Connection Podcast host Sanne about Rampy's book, Earth and Soul: Reconnecting amid climate chaos, and the importance of reconnecting with nature and oneself. Leah shares her journey from presenting Al Gore's climate change slideshow to recognizing the need for a deeper connection with the living world, including the impact of ecosystem destruction and species loss. The conversation emphasizes the significance of addressing the feeling that something is missing in climate change conversations, shifting from head-centered actions to including mindset, culture, and our relationship with the world. We'll explore the necessity of an interior journey to discover one's essence and connection to all beings, while acknowledging the difficulty of confronting loss and the need for community support in bearing witness to the damages inflicted on the earth. And go deeper into practical steps for reconnection, such as embodied knowing, engaging the senses, and trusting nature's intelligence. The conversation also touches on regenerative agriculture, protecting natural spaces, and the importance of local initiatives in fostering a more vibrant world. Youl'l also get to know Leahs' daily practices for staying connected and recommends various resources, including books and organizations, for further exploration of these topics.

    1h 2m

  4. 06/04/2024

    Episode 26: Human Nature Connection with Carleigh Fairchild

    What does friction fire and shelter building teach us about everyday situations? Carleigh Fairchild shows us how survival skills translate into basic human needs in everyday life and how this influences how we show up in the world. In this podcast episode Carleigh shares more about her experience on the Alone show and how her knowledge of the nervous system helped her in the experience. Find Carleigh here Instagram @carleighfairchild Website www.humannatureconnection.com Mentioned resources All books by Jon Young Braving the Wilderness by Brené BrownBody by breath by Jill Miller School www.wildernessfusion.com

    59 min

  5. 05/28/2024

    Episode 25: Mindful Rewilding with Micah Mortali

    What do yoga, mindfulness and nature connection have in common? This is something we explore with our guest Micah Mortali. Micah is the founder of the Kripalu School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership and author of the book Rewilding. In this episode we explore our relationship with nature, intuitive archery and meditative practices in the wild. Find Micah here Instagram: @micah_rewilding Website: www.micahmortali.com www.kripalu.org Mentioned resources David Wagoner Poem Lost Smoke hole by Martin Shaw Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer Last Child in the Woods by Richard Louve Sand Talk by Tyson Yunkaporta Daniel Vitalis' Rewild Yourself Podcast Alone TV Show Instagram: Man of Tanith

    1h 9m

  6. 05/21/2024

    Episode 24: Nature’s Intelligence for Optimum Health with Lars van den Nieuwenhoff

    Nature contributes massively to our collective health - in this episode we uncover the physiological reasons why this statement is more important now than ever. With my guest Lars van den Nieuwenhoff we explore two core pillars of health optimizations (which aren't food or movement) and how nature secretly lures us in to seasonal living if we want to be as healthy as possible. Find Lars here Instagram @larsvandennieuwenhoff Website www.ikiguides.nl Mentioned resources Professor Douglas Wallace

    59 min

  7. 05/14/2024

    Episode 23: Big Life Adventures with Michan Biesbroek and Heleen Vogels

    Michan and Heleen are two outdoor enthusiasts who found each other in their love for mountains, exploring and adventure. She is the gear geek who likes to explore what's off the map, he the nature nerd with a love for tracking and primitive skills. Last year Heleen and Michan had an incredible nerve-wracking adventure in the mountains. In this episode you'll hear what happend, how they managed to get out. We also speak about adventure and nature in everyday life, choosing life off the beaten track and the importance of good quality gear and building your connection with nature. Find Heleen and Michan on Instagram @hilly_goes_on_an_adventure You can also find Michan on Instagram and Facebook @tallmanhiking and www.onderdeberk.online Mentioned resources Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer Secret World of Weather by Tristan Gooley What the Robin Knows by Jon Young The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling by John Muir Laws Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging by Sebastian Junger Entering the Mind of the Tracker by Tamarack Song The Rise of the Wolf 8 - Rick McIntyre Podcasts The Wild with Chris Morgan Ologies with Allie Ward For the Wild The Wolf Connection

    1h 11m

  8. 01/25/2024

    Episode 22: The Story is in Our Bones with Osprey Orielle Lake

    What if we could change the dominant narrative on our connection with earth and the way we view success? I'm feeling deeply honoured to have had the opportunity to speak with Osprey Orielle Lake about indigenous wisdom, grassroot and personal change and redesigning modern society through rights of nature and systemic interventions. Osprey is the founder of the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN). She works internationally with grassroots, BIPOC and Indigenous leaders, policymakers, and diverse coalitions to build climate justice, resilient communities, and a just transition to a decentralized, democratized clean energy future. Her book The Story is in Our Bones will be available in all major bookstores on January 30th. Resources mentioned: Women's Earth and Climate Action Network https://www.wecaninternational.org/

    1h 9m
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The Nature Connection Podcast is for the wild people of the earth yearning to come home to nature and themselves. In the podcast we explore ways in which nature and ancient earth skills can enrich modern life, how it can support (mental) health and the regeneration of our planet. This show is hosted by Sanne Giesen, nature connection coach, herbalist and regenerative leadership guide with a background in psychology.

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