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Restoring balance to the Earth is a collective responsibility from "summary" of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Restoring balance to the Earth is a thread that runs through the fabric of life. It is not just a duty for a select few, but a shared responsibility that we all carry. Like the strands of sweetgrass woven together in a braid, our actions are interconnected and intertwined with the health of the land. In the reciprocal relationship between humans and the Earth, we must recognize that we are not above nature, but a part of it. Our well-being is inextricably linked to the well-being of the natural world. When we harm the Earth, we harm ourselves. When we heal the Earth, we heal ourselves. This concept of collective responsibility requires a shift in mindset - from one of exploitation to one of stewardship. We must view ourselves not as masters of the land, but as humble caretakers. Every decision we make...
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