I am a member of the Muskogee people. I'm a poet, a musician, a dreamer of sorts, a questioner. Like everyone else, I'm looking for answers of some sort or the other.
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Remember the plants, trees, animal life who all have their families, their histories too. Talk to them, listen to them. They are alive poems.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the interconnectedness of all living beings and the importance of respecting and listening to nature.
Joy Harjo's quote encourages us to acknowledge and value the rich histories and familial connections present in nature. By recognizing that plants, trees, and animals have their own stories and lives, we develop a deeper appreciation for the environment, which she beautifully describes as 'alive poems'βliving entities that communicate and resonate with us if we take the time to truly listen.
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NatureConnectionRespectEnvironmentLife
In practice
Example use cases
During a nature walk, I quoted Joy Harjo to inspire others to appreciate the beauty of the environment.
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