Quiz: How deep is your connection to nature?

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Quiz: How deep is your connection to nature?

What would it mean to you to be deeply connected with nature? How would it feel for you to know you have a relationship with the natural world that reflected mutual respect and healing? What if this connection could bring you greater clarity, increased peacefulness, and sense of purpose? What if, by deepening your relationship with nature, you contributed to your personal healing and the global consciousness necessary for restoring the Earth?

How deep is your connection to nature?

Here is a short quiz to help you determine your current connection with nature. Read on after the quiz
to find out what steps are best for you to take to deepen your relationship with nature.

1 / 10

I currently spend time with nature:

Rarely.

Once a month

Twice a month

Once a week

Daily

2 / 10

When I am in nature I spend my time:

reading, listening to my music, playing sports or hanging out with my friends.

meditating, walking or sitting in nature, gardening or doing an activity directly with the earth.

an activity of stewardship for the earth.

doing a specific nature-connected meditation, taking a wander or being in my sit spot, attending nature-connected retreats.

talking to the plants, insects, and animals, attending a wild church, actively thanking nature, or in spiritual connection with the earth.

3 / 10

My living space is furnished primarily with:

modern objects primarily made of textiles, polished metals, and plastics.

a mix of textiles, wood, plastic, and leather.

a mix of wood, natural material, and plastics with a special place designated as a type of altar for things of nature I have found.

objects made as close to their natural state as possible.

objects I have created myself through my knowledge of the folk arts.

4 / 10

I have knowledge of:

the basics of nature such as knowing the names of a few kinds of trees and understanding that nature works in cycles.

several aspects of nature such as how different landscapes are formed.

the names of several plants and species of birds.

a fairly deep knowledge of one or more species of animals or aspect of the wild, or multiple aspects of nature through book-learning or watching nature.

I have personal names for the plants and animals that are in my life and not only have knowledge of their species but knowledge of the daily life of these specific plants and animals.

5 / 10

I believe:

I find it hard to keep in mind that humans are actually animals.

That humans are the superior animal.

Nature is so beneficial to humans that it needs to be protected for us.

It is imperative for humans to steward the earth.

Everything in nature are our relatives, the earth knows best how to be in relationship with all things and it is humans’ job to listen to what the earth is telling us and then do what is communicated no matter what.

6 / 10

My feelings toward being in nature when I am getting ready to spend time in nature are
primarily:

hesitation with some aspects of fear.

glad to be going and hoping it stays “good” weather while I am out.

happy to have the opportunity to be in nature and feel confident I know how to handle where I am going.

comfortable in a wide range of nature’s cycles and moods.

preparing my heart and mind for a sacred encounter.

7 / 10

I like to talk:

about what activity I did in nature, and how beautiful nature is.

about my concern for the environment.

about what I am doing to help the climate crisis.

about what feelings I experienced the last time I was in nature.

to the trees, plants, animals, ancestors, and elements.

8 / 10

When I recall the history of my nation I:

include that the US was the first nation to legislate protective action for the wilderness.

acknowledge that the advent of technology has decreased our connection to the natural world.

want to include aspects of colonialism that have not been beneficial to nature.

begin by making a land acknowledgment.

have a firm understanding of how the attitudes embedded in the founding of our nation, personal and collective trauma, and climate crisis are related.

9 / 10

When I am honest (not idealistic) about my relationship with myself I mostly:

avoid thinking about my relationship with myself.

am critical and judgmental.

wish I liked myself better but am not sure what to do about it.

have started to investigate my “shadow” side and how to befriend it.

understand there are multiple layers to who I call, “me”, am interested in getting to know those layers, and engage in activities that will help me do so.

10 / 10

When I am honest (not idealistic) about what I am most looking for in my personal relationships
it is:

the other person to bring energy and fun into my life.

the other person being someone I can count on to soothe me and bring me back into a sense of peace with myself and the world.

someone who doesn’t always take my side but will bring up difficult issues when they need to.

someone who is different enough from me and strong enough in their convictions that I can be challenged to change.

someone to whom I cherish so deeply and trust so completely that I am willing to take leaps of faith into the unknown and deal with the challenges doing so engages.

Embark on your journey

At Sacred Journeys, you will find nature encounters, tools for self-discovery and healing, and ways to increase your awareness of a sacred human-Earth connection. Please be in touch to discuss your personal needs and goals for earth-based coaching and consulting. Online coaching is available, as are one-on-one outdoor coaching sessions in the St Louis area. Click here to read about our vision.

Sacred Journeys

EarthWorks, LLC