Women and men (both little and small) cared for anyone not at all they sowed their isn't they reaped their same sun moon stars rain: all by all and deep by deep and more by more they dream their sleep
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Everyone is connected through shared natural cycles and mutual care. Our actions ripple through the universe regardless of scale.
- In plain terms
- We all share the same world and affect each other deeply.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize our shared connection to nature and others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you relate to nature?
- Who do you care for in your community?
Another view
The phrasing is dense and abstract.
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