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Species Migrated Quote by Scott Carney

“Ten thousand or more years before that our species migrated between continents on rafts of seaweed and surmounted mountains in little more than animal skins and leather soles. Those ancestors probably didn’t think of themselves as different from the environment at all. They knew what we are…” quote by Scott Carney
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““Ten thousand or more years before that our species migrated between continents on rafts of seaweed and surmounted mountains in little more than animal skins and leather soles. Those ancestors probably didn’t think of themselves as different from the environment at all. They knew what we are learning again today. That we are all just here.””

Scott Carney

About This Quote

Source Book: What Doesn't Kill Us by Scott Carney, 2017

Our distant ancestors lived intimately with nature, seeing themselves as part of it, a perspective we are relearning today.

In simple terms: Ancestors saw themselves as part of nature.

Key Takeaway

Recognize our deep ecological connection.

Themes

nature interdependence history identity

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • environmental education
  • personal reflection
  • climate activism
  • mindfulness practice

Key Concepts

Ecology anthropology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you reconnect with the natural world?
  • What does seeing yourself as part of nature change your habits?
A Different Perspective

Modern life often separates us from nature, making this insight hard to apply.

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