Tag: Nature

As I jog at sunrise each day, I am reminded that we should not take nature for granted. Our illusion of superiority relative to nature is unwarranted. Even though birds knew long ago how to fly by flapping their wings, starting with the Archaeopteryx lithographica 150 million years ago,...

We may not like to admit it openly for fear of being judged but money matters. A person with money can be illiterate and rogue but will get respect because money subconsciously buys influence. The moment I discovered this gave me my happiest memory to date. Not because I am greedy or seeking power b...

What do a farming sim, a platformer, and a click-and-point horror game have in common? All three games initiate critical conversations about the relationship between the environment and mental health. Stardew Valley (Chucklefish, 2016), Celeste (Matt Makes Games, 2018), and ...

Although most of our plans for the last weekend in Bangkok revolved primarily around sleeping in, taking it easy, ‘not doing too much’, and enjoying just being off work in a bustling city, things changed on Friday and the group split up into three: Hard weekend choice: Wat...

In my first article, I tempted you with the prospect that nature and landscape photography opportunities exist and are possibly even a reason to visit the Chicagoland area. Well, did you know that millions of birds fly through this area every spring and fall? And that hundreds of species o...

“Rio is the natural capital of Brazil. Our iconic mountains, beaches, and bays are celebrated in sambas songs that touch deep into the hearts and minds of the world. Our breathtaking landscape is a UNESCO heritage site. The ‘Cariocas’, we have the privilege to witness, every day...

Those of us that have visited Rome and that aspire to are by and large drawn to the great grandeur of its imperial past, its cultural richness, ecclesiastical prominence, living layers of history, its period architecture and its magnificent monuments and fountains. We as humans are of course fascina...

To those not from here, the Bay Area is know for it’s impressive landmarks, sumptuous restaurants, tech-centered economy, and for the diverse lifestyles held by locals. Open any travel blog or magazine that focuses on the Bay, the topic will be on any of the above. It’s likely the focus ...

When most people think about Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) or volunteer projects associated with environmental conservation, their minds might naturally turn towards picking up garbage for a beach clean-up. Indeed, living in Taiwan there are plenty of opportunities for beach clean-up, and th...

I paused a minute before I started writing this article on Medium. I typed the title and then hit the “enter key.” A plus sign appeared with a light gray prompt reading, “Tell your story…” I had to giggle and then I smiled. It would take pages and page...

Nature doesn’t fight. It balances. If you introduce wolves into a population of elk, the wolf population never increases far beyond the numbers of elk. One naturally predates the other and both species co-exist in balance. It’s in this co-existence that wolves change the grazing behav...

Introduction: Embracing the Future of Conservation As the world continues to grapple with the challenges of climate change and dwindling natural resources, the need to protect and preserve endangered species and their habitats has never been more critical. With the rapid advancements in artificia...

Amidst the picturesque scenery of the Niyamgiri Hills, rich in biodiversity, the Dongria Kondh and Kutia Kondh tribes find their home. The Dongria Kondhs and Kutia Kondhs have been living throughout generations and generations, intertwining their liveliho...

In every local community, there are resources that are given freely by nature. One of these important resources is the forest which contributes largely to our ecosystem, especially the existence of fauna and flora components. These resources are very valuable to the community, providing fuel, and li...

As we come to the end of another year that has broken many temperature records and seen devastating floods, fires and other extreme weather events across the world, climate action is more urgent than ever before. With the UN climate conference COP28 starting this week in Dubai, and more than 550 eve...

Are you curious about conserving nature, but not sure where to start? We can relate. Conservation activities can span a range of domains from wildlife to plants or from forests to oceans, and everyone has their own interests. The good news is that this is really exciting as well, as there are num...

Nature preserves and parks are not just vast swaths of greenery, they are sanctuaries for biodiversity, spaces of recreation, and vital tools for our collective well-being. The importance of maintaining and managing these natural spaces, ensuring their ecological integrity and providing accessibilit...

It is not for nothing that this part of the world is known as the Cape of Storms. This last winter has been particularly harsh in Cape Town, with storms lashing our exposed corner of the southern Cape Peninsula. Flooding and landslides have caused chaos, with the N2 freeway that links Cape Tow...

Birds: Nature’s melodic companions The beautiful melodies of birds can often be heard along the hiking trails. From the cheerful song of a robin to the haunting call of an owl at dusk, birdlife contributes to nature’s soundtrack. Birdwatchers and casual hikers alike can catc...

Adhesives are all around us, holding together our walls, furniture, cars, electronics and packaging. In nature, adhesives are used by shellfish for sticking themselves to rocks, by algae and bacteria for making slimes on outside surfaces, and by insects and geckos when they crawl up walls. We are...

Childhood is often seen as a time to begin building connection to nature. A lot of attention is given to getting children out into nature, fostering positive experiences and establishing a connection with nature. Rather than attempting to build a connection, should efforts be directed at n...

Nature never fails to amaze us with its magical wonders and in this article, we are going to learn about a botanical marvel that challenges conventional wisdom. In the heart of Central and South America resides The Walking Palm tree scientifically known as Socratea exorrhiza, a fascinating tree spec...

Why did Huineng’s poem satisfy the Fifth Patriarch? Because he demonstrates the insight into emptiness. If “all is empty from the beginning”, nothing needs to be done. To think the mind needs to be constantly purified is to overlook the doctrine that everything is empty. By realisi...

I went on a date with the typical nice guy. He was the kind of person that everybody asked why he was still single with all the chivalry, success, and kindness he always showed. The date was good. He picked me up at my house. We went to dinner and talked all night about his work and my in...

Nature-based solutions, such as green roofs, community gardens, renaturalized brownfields, and urban agriculture, offer a cost-effective and sustainable approach to urban development. These solutions leverage ecosystem services to counter climate risks, contribute to global climate goals, and protec...

The world we live in today is rapidly changing, and computer science plays a crucial role in driving innovation and progress. Rather than being a standalone field, it serves as a dynamic hub where various disciplines come together. Computer science seamlessly integrates into almost every aspect of m...

Seventy thousand years ago, the eruption of the Toba volcano nearly wiped out humanity for the second time. Nine hundred thousand years ago, our ancestors numbered only a few on the planet. Three thousand two hundred years ago, the Bronze Age civilization abruptly disappeare...

Ecofeminism is a critical theory that combines the feminist fight for emancipation with the ecocritical voice advocating for nature’s liberation. The discourse makes connections between the treatment of women and the natural world — seeing them emerging as a result of one another’s...

Dopamine plays a dual role in the body, as a hormone and a neurotransmitter. Within the Central Nervous System, Dopamine binds to specific receptors present in Neurons and it has an important part in cognition, memory, emotion, locomotion etc.. Depending on its location and role, it pos...

For as long as I can remember, I was a proud atheist. So much so that when I attended my sister’s communion as a teenager, I stubbornly stayed seated, unwilling to walk up to the front to partake in the ritual. My grandfather gave me a furious look. My whole family didn’t understand why ...

The branch of philosophy concerning the nature of reality — metaphysics — is a murky subject. Philosophers of the East and the West have been wrestling with metaphysical questions for thousands of years. As of yet, these existential questions, like “What exactly is consci...

Nature spoke to Marta, telling her the lunar calendar days, when to gather nuts, where to hunt, and how to survive. And Marta spoke back to nature in her Tofa language, invoking the bear to fatten itself for the kill, offering tea to the campfire god for success in hunting, whistling the wood grouse...

Sociology is the scientific study of society, human behavior, and social interactions. It examines how individuals and groups interact within social structures and how these structures shape our lives. Sociology seeks to understand the social forces that influence our behavior, beliefs, and attitude...

In a world where beauty standards constantly change, every woman deserves to feel gorgeous in her skin. From the busy streets of Mumbai to the peaceful landscapes of Kerala, let’s explore ways to empower ourselves and discover our inner radiance. Here are 13 tips from experts to help you unloc...