Reconnecting with Our Roots

In this conversation, Courtney Kaplan, Bert Nelson, and Jessica Luke explore the profound connection between humans and nature, emphasizing the healing and restorative qualities of the natural world. They discuss the importance of reconnecting with nature in a modern, often disconnected society, and how this relationship can foster personal growth, resilience, and a sense of community. The conversation also addresses the challenges of feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world and how grounding practices can help individuals reclaim their power and find balance in their lives.

Chapters

00:00 Reconnecting with Nature
09:06 Healing Through Nature's Wisdom
19:53 Nature as a Teacher
29:57 Overcoming Overwhelm and Burnout
39:55 Finding Balance in Nature
52:52 Nature's Role in Personal Power

Bert Nelson is a spiritual counselor, Buddhist minister, and energy medicine practitioner. He works with individuals navigating change, grief, identity, and questions of meaning, supporting clients in reconnecting with themselves and living with greater clarity and intention.
On Substack @BrightRavenArts
https://www.brightravencounseling.com/ 

Jessica Luke is a Depth Counselor and Integrative Healing Practitioner, and founder of The Well Grounded Soul and the https://1440health.com/, an integrative healing center in Bethesda, Maryland. She works with individuals navigating transition and emotional complexity, supporting them in reconnecting with their bodies, intuition, and deeper sense of truth.
On IG @thewellgroundedsoul
https://thewellgroundedsoul.com/ 

Courtney Kaplan is a coach based in Oakland, CA. After years in the corporate world, she founded Iconic Leadership Coaching to help people navigate work complexities, leverage their strengths, and grow their authentic leadership style. She uses emotional, physical and spiritual tools to help clients find peace and power.
On Substack @courtneykaplan
https://www.iconicleadershipcoaching.com/