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“As a yogi, you are an environmentalist because you recognize that the rivers flowing through the valleys and those flowing through your veins are intimately related. The breath of an old-growth forest and your most recent breath are inextricably intertwined. The quality of the soil in which your…” quote by Anonymous
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““As a yogi, you are an environmentalist because you recognize that the rivers flowing through the valleys and those flowing through your veins are intimately related. The breath of an old-growth forest and your most recent breath are inextricably intertwined. The quality of the soil in which your food is raised is directly connected to the health of your tissues and organs. Your environment is your extended body. You are inseparably interwoven with your ecosystem.””

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Essay: Environmental philosophy, 2015

Human bodies are extensions of ecosystems; caring for nature is caring for oneself.

In simple terms: We are physically linked to the environment.

Key Takeaway

Protect nature to protect your health.

Themes

environment health interconnectedness spirituality

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical environmental

When to use this quote

  • sustainable living
  • public health policy
  • personal wellness
  • education programs

Key Concepts

ecology holistic health systems thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your daily routine affect the ecosystem?
  • What steps can you take to align health with environmental care?
A Different Perspective

Changing habits can be challenging.

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