Nature can provide infinite energy and inspiration if we take the time to connect with it.
We can find energy and connection in everyday experiences and bring it with us wherever we go.
Deep dives
Connecting with the Energy Around Us
Jason Maraz discovers the importance of stepping away from his busy life and finding energy in the world around him. In his hike through the Andes, he feels a deep connection with nature, the mountains, and the stars. This experience teaches him that the energy he needs is always available, whether it's in the heat of the stars or the grounding support of the Earth.
Recharging in Everyday Life
Jason realizes that he doesn't have to go on a mountain trek to reconnect with energy. He can find it in everyday experiences, like feeling the warmth within his body or tuning his awareness to the support of the Earth beneath his feet. Taking short walks or engaging in mindful activities can help him tap into this energy and find comfort and ease.
Reconnecting in the Midst of Busyness
Jason recognizes the challenge of maintaining connection and energy in the midst of a busy life. However, he learns to bring the energy of the mountains with him wherever he goes. Whether he's performing on Saturday Night Live or going about his daily routine, he taps into the energy of the people around him and feels connected to something greater. Taking moments of disconnection and reconnection helps him stay grounded and inspired.
In 2009, Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Jason Mraz is having one of the busiest years of his life. A nonstop tour schedule and monotonous daily routine have completely drained him of the energy he needs to create — the one thing that gives him the most joy. In this episode, Jason shares how an opportunity to disconnect on a four-day hike through the Peruvian Andes is just what he needs to remind himself that there is an infinite source of energy all around us.
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