https://youtu.be/Q-DLUd3SLXk Download MP3 If you ever feel discouraged when looking at the behaviour of your fellow humans, here are a few things to remember: #1 - There is a reason why people act so crazy. Even if it doesn’t make sense to you, it does make sense to them… and that says a lot about their level of awareness! People always make the best choices possible, given the choices they … [Read more...] about How Children Can Change The World
Mentoring Articles
I've been writing free articles on various nature and mentoring topics for a few years now. Here you'll find the main pages that deal with mentoring techniques. Enjoy!
Effective Communication In Humans And Nature
https://youtu.be/Vyp3DQn4nXo Download Episode mp3 Going Wild With Communication There are two important qualities I look for in people who are really successfully mentoring & guiding others to connect deeply with nature. #1 - They consistently focus on going deeper with their own observations & awareness skills with plants, trees, bird language, forest ecology, tracking, etc… #2 - … [Read more...] about Effective Communication In Humans And Nature
Nature Mentoring Skills Live Call: Storytelling, Asking Questions, Creating A Culture Of Awareness
Here's the recording from our recent live call about nature mentoring skills. I was completely blown away by how awesome this call was. The conversation went VERY deep and I had a chance to talk about some really core mindsets & ways to approach nature connection mentoring that I’ve never shared before. The group was amazing and included folks at the beginner level… all the way through to … [Read more...] about Nature Mentoring Skills Live Call: Storytelling, Asking Questions, Creating A Culture Of Awareness
7 Key Principles For Deep Nature Immersion
Deep nature immersion is excellent medicine for the madness of modern life. This holds true whether you’re completely new to outdoor skills, or if you’re a seasoned veteran of exploring natural mysteries. Cultivating awareness of nature will lead you back to a simpler and more organic way of relating to life that reveals new and exciting layers of your personality. So let’s explore how it all … [Read more...] about 7 Key Principles For Deep Nature Immersion
What Dave & Brian Learned About ReWilding In 2017
https://youtu.be/EYaxO4g4Rbs Download Episode mp3 ReWilding Conversations Episode 13: The Solstice was yesterday. Can you believe it? Our year is almost done! It’s traditional in nature-based cultures to slow down at this time of year to celebrate and harvest lessons from the past 12 months. I’ve been doing this intentionally for a few years now and it always brings enlightening … [Read more...] about What Dave & Brian Learned About ReWilding In 2017
Mirror Neurons & Modeling Deep Nature Connection
https://youtu.be/m9m2PXun7Y0 Download Episode mp3 ReWilding Conversations Episode 12: Did you know there’s a part of the human brain that’s designed to mimic and internalize the behaviors, attitudes and emotions of other people around us? It’s these special type of neurons called “Mirror Neurons”. And you can activate these neurons in yourself and your students to learn faster, teach … [Read more...] about Mirror Neurons & Modeling Deep Nature Connection
Wilderness Therapy Essentials For Healers of Mind, Body & Spirit
Wilderness therapy works, and people are starting to realize it! Have you ever noticed how differently you feel after a long hike in the woods? Every year millions of people flock from their busy lives in the city to spend time hiking, cooking & relaxing in nature. Did you know that investing just a few quiet minutes outside has a dramatic and measurable effect on happiness, mental health … [Read more...] about Wilderness Therapy Essentials For Healers of Mind, Body & Spirit
Intergenerational Mentoring In Nature Schools
ReWilding Conversations Episode 11: https://youtu.be/6vpZ_yTz3Do Download Episode mp3 I’ve been on the nature connection journey since my teen years, and in that time, I’ve had the opportunity to observe some of the world’s best nature schools in action. I have to say, it’s pretty amazing to witness the transformation that happens for kids & adults who get the opportunity to grow in … [Read more...] about Intergenerational Mentoring In Nature Schools
Mentoring Skills: Asking Questions To Engage The Mind
https://youtu.be/Dk7fY9ibkMg Here's a few more tips for asking questions that spark change: 1. Practice on yourself. Notice what catches your curiosity and makes you think. Keep a notebook of questions that impact you and revisit them regularly. 2. Let go of expectations. Sometimes you might think you have a great question, but if it doesn't catch the attention of your students then it won't … [Read more...] about Mentoring Skills: Asking Questions To Engage The Mind
How Nature Based Education Can Inspire Brilliant Minds
Have you ever looked at the world and wondered whether there's a better way to do things? I was in my teens when I first started to question whether my education was actually going to help me in the future. I was a smart kid but I was constantly bored and my teachers sometimes tried to label me as ADD. As I looked deeper into the issue I realized that the thing missing from my school experience … [Read more...] about How Nature Based Education Can Inspire Brilliant Minds