Chaparral Wisdom
To celebrate the magic and beauty of Nature & the chaparral
Category: Social Change
Protect Your Heart, Protect Our Values, Preserve Wisdom and Curiosity; Become a Chaparral Naturalist
Posted on November 13, 2024 by CA Chaparral Institute
In our tenth year offering our Chaparral Naturalist course, we confront a country that is challenging much of what we hold dear as caring people. In considering what is in our control as individuals, one response is to ensure the preservation of the ethics,… Continue Reading “Protect Your Heart, Protect Our Values, Preserve Wisdom and Curiosity; Become a Chaparral Naturalist”
Wildness – A Crucible for Independence
Posted on July 19, 2023 by CA Chaparral Institute
Stay cool this week by relaxing with some enjoyable reading. An interesting, new paper we just released examines the powerfully positive influence of wildness – being out in Nature for an extended period of time. It tells the story of three inspiring, independent spirits… Continue Reading “Wildness – A Crucible for Independence”
Foxhole Friends
Posted on March 1, 2023 by CA Chaparral Institute
It has been a tumultuous decade. But the tumultuous part all disappeared for me over a spaghetti dinner two weeks ago. As the noodles wound their way around forks, bread irreverently tossed across the table, and wine spilled onto the floor, one of my… Continue Reading “Foxhole Friends”
Category: Reconnecting with Self, Social Change
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