When you look at what is happening to our world – and it is hard to look at what’s happening to our water, our air, our trees, our fellow species – it becomes clear that unless you have some roots in a spiritual practice that holds life sacred and encourages joyful communion with all your fellow beings, facing the enormous challenges ahead becomes nearly impossible.

~ Joanna Macy

North Cascades, photo by KR Backwoods Photography, used with permission