How Earth and Mother Nature Teach Us Tolerance

Let’s look at how Earth and Mother Nature teach us tolerance and how to take things in stride. As we navigate through life, we must recognize the lessons our surroundings offer us.
The concept of tolerance is one that we can learn from nature. The way the Earth tolerates our positive or negative actions is a reminder that we should strive to be patient and understanding with ourselves and others. Just as the Earth accepts us with open arms, we must learn to take the things that come our way, even if they are not what we hoped for.

Mind-Body-Nature

Yoga philosophy also emphasizes the importance of tolerance. In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna tells Arjuna, “He who has no attachments can love others. For love arises from a heart that is free of attachments.” This message speaks to the idea that we should strive to be tolerant and accepting of others, even if we don’t agree with them or their actions. By practicing detachment, we can free ourselves from the negative emotions that prevent us from being kind and understanding.
Nature also teaches us the importance of taking things in stride. Just as the changing seasons bring different weather patterns, we, too, must learn to adapt to the changes in our lives. We cannot control everything that happens to us, but we can control how we respond to those events.
Yoga philosophy also teaches us to be present in the moment and accept things as they are. In the Yoga Sutras, Patanjali reminds us, “Yoga is the stilling of the fluctuations of the mind.” Therefore, we can find peace and contentment in any situation by quieting our minds and accepting the present moment.
As we navigate life, let us remember the lessons nature and yoga offer us. Let us be tolerant and patient with ourselves and others and take things in stride, adapting to the changes that come our way. By doing so, we can find peace and happiness in even the most challenging of circumstances. Let’s continue to learn from our surroundings and strive towards a more mindful and peaceful existence.

What Tolerance Looks Life IRL

Recognizing tolerance in your daily life can be a challenge, especially when it comes to recognizing it in yourself. Here are some ways to identify tolerance in yourself and others:

1. Listen to others

   • When you’re having a conversation with someone, do you listen to their ideas and opinions without interrupting or becoming defensive? Tolerant people are open to hearing different perspectives, even if they don’t agree with them.

2. Respect differences

   • Are you respectful of the differences between yourself and others? Tolerant people understand that everyone is unique and has their own experiences and beliefs.

3. Practice patience

   • Do you get frustrated easily when things don’t go your way? Tolerant people are patient and understanding, even in difficult situations.

4. Avoid judgments

   • Do you make snap judgments about people based on their appearance, background, or beliefs? Tolerant people are non-judgmental and avoid making assumptions about others.

5. Show kindness

   • Do you go out of your way to be kind to others, even if they are different from you? Tolerant people are kind and compassionate, even to those who they may not understand or agree with.

Remember, tolerance is not about agreeing with everyone or compromising your own beliefs. It’s about respecting and accepting others, even when they are different from you. By practicing these habits, you can become more tolerant in your daily life and inspire others to do the same. Remember, that spending time in the natural world can help too. When we understand  how Earth and Mother Nature teach us tolerance and how to take things in stride, we can practice applying that thought to all other areas of our life.

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