Tree Communication: The Science and Spirit of How Trees Talk

Have you ever felt drawn to a specific tree—and wondered why? You might already be receiving messages without realizing it.

In this episode of Growing Joy, I sat down with intuitive nature expert and green witch Rachael Cohen of Our Infinite Nature to explore one of the most fascinating and overlooked topics in the natural world: tree communication. From the underground mycelial networks to intuitive connections and bioelectrical signals, this conversation will change the way you see the trees around you.

In this episode, we learn:

• [03:03] Launching the Intuitive Moon Community
• [04:23] Upcoming Reiki mentorship program
• [05:36] How do nature and trees support mental health?
• [07:51] Why we feel more “rooted” around trees than houseplants
• [09:47] Can trees actually touch us back? The TikTok tree trend
• [11:27] The science of tree communication: phytochemicals and warning signals
• [13:21] How trees share resources underground via the mycelial network
• [14:52] Wind River Chimes
• [16:39] AI, bioelectricity & PlantWave technology
• [19:44] How can we deepen our connection with trees?
• [22:52] How different people experience tree messages (clairvoyant, clairsentient, claircognizant)
• [26:22] Different ways to build a connection with a tree
• [31:32] Looking up tree symbolism after following intuition
• [33:51] How nature speaks before you even know what it means
• [36:15] Rachael’s breathwork experience and grounding through a tree
• [37:50] Where did the term “tree hugger” come from?
• [39:16] A simple challenge for you
• [42:36] Where can you find Rachael’s socials and her upcoming offers?

Mentioned in our conversation:

• Join Rachael’s Intuitive Moon Community
• Amazing Tree Touching Experience - Join the Challenge! | TikTok
• Book: The Overstory by Richard Powers
• Book: Self-Care for Eco-Anxiety by Rachael Cohen
• Book: Everyday Plant Magic by Rachael Cohen
• PlantWave
• Project gives 200-year-old Dublin tree 'a voice'
• Growing Joy Episode 277: What Are Flower Essences and How Can They Help Me? with Katie Hess of Lotuswei
• Growing Joy Episode 294: I Found 22 Ducklings on My Roof: A Nature-Curious Story of Trust and Transformation

To discover the magical world of communicating with trees,

check out the full show notes and blog here!

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