Two Inconvenient Women Exploring the inconvenience of trees
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May 23, 2025 Explore the enchanting world of trees and their hidden lives beneath the surface. Discover how these giants communicate through a vast network supported by fungi, emphasizing their vital role in ecosystems. Reflect on the deep connections between trees and our wellbeing, and how they can teach us about community health. Delve into the contradictions of viewing trees as both commodities and invaluable beings, and appreciate the benefits of nature, including practices like forest bathing. Uncover the importance of preserving these ancient guardians for future generations.
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Rachel's Deep Tree Connection
- Rachel Musson shares her deep personal connection with trees, including her cancer treatment tied to the yew tree bark.
- She also got a hawthorn tree tattoo inspired by a mud splatter shape on her leg, symbolizing healing and nature.
Trees Communicate Underground
- Trees communicate and share resources through underground fungal networks called the mycorrhizal network.
- Removing a mother tree disrupts this critical communication and damages entire forest ecosystems.
Soil and Tree Health Link
- Soil health and tree health are tightly coupled, supporting biodiversity and ecosystem resilience.
- Restoration projects demonstrate how healthy soil revitalizes forests and landscapes dramatically.
