This world, in which we are born and take our being, is alive. It is not our supply house and sewer; it is our larger body. The intelligence that evolved us from stardust and interconnects us with all beings is sufficient for the healing of our Earth community, if we but align with that purpose. We are as intrinsic to our living world as the rivers and trees, woven of the same intricate flows of matter/energy and mind.

~ Joanna Macy and Chris Johnstone

Geyser, Yellowstone National Park – photo by Virrage Images, bigstockphoto.com