Renewal & Repairing the World
Renewal is the way of the Earth: through seeds that burst, grow, bloom; through
fallen leaves that become compost enriching the soil; through heavy snows pruning trees by breaking weaker branches and conserving soil moisture; through periodic fires renewing diverse ecosystems; through small floods cleansing rivers; and
other natural processes. We would do well to understand that we need renewal,
individually and collectively. Renewal can come through rest, a walk in the woods,
by observing the Sabbath and keeping it holy, by time spent with family or friends
conversing, sharing a meal, or both. We are not the Energizer Bunny. We cannot go
on endlessly. Renewal is a process of repair of body, mind, and soul. Only through
self-care will we have the motivation and capacity to work to repair the world.
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