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Is it possible to enjoy a nature-forward experience in the middle of New York City?

February 26, 2023 by Matthew Kessi

The skyline of New York City as seen from a park on the other side of the East River.

The answer to this question is a full-throttle yes. But before visiting the Big Apple last weekend, my response would've been more theoretical.  Primarily because, in my twenty years of work and pleasure travel to NYC, I've always felt an electric shock upon arriving. Just like grabbing onto an electric fence encasing livestock on a farm, I often felt like I was in a … [Read more...] about Is it possible to enjoy a nature-forward experience in the middle of New York City?

Connecting with nature where you are

January 15, 2023 by Matthew Kessi

We are interdependent with nature. But what does that mean to you? How can Mother Earth assist you? My life calling to help others connect to the healing salve of nature comes from lived experience. When I deepened my connections to plants, trees, rocks, and water, I experienced profound transformations. Yet, when I share my passion with others, I'm often met with an … [Read more...] about Connecting with nature where you are

What does access to nature really mean, and can it help save the planet?

December 5, 2021 by Matthew Kessi

View from a bedroom window looking at the shining light of the Heceta Lighthouse. The yard in the foreground is full of green grass and surrounded by a white picket fence.

The Oregon Coast is a mystical place that sticks with you if you’re open to it. I’m still pondering my time at Heceta Head Lighthouse, which I wrote about a few weeks back. Even though it was over a month ago, I continue working on an internal conversation weaving through the fabric of my travels.  An early blog post of mine way back in 2019 (which seems … [Read more...] about What does access to nature really mean, and can it help save the planet?

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