<p>In this episode, we celebrate World Landscape Architecture Month and Autism Acceptance Month with a conversation about connection! Maci and guest Caressa Joyce explore the deep connections humans have with the land and how practices help connect us to our understanding of nature and community. </p><p>This interdisciplinary conversation is guided by the following questions:</p><p>What is the overarching theme of your work and philosophy?</p><p>What is your origin story?</p><p>Who/what is part of your lineage?</p><p>What are some of the earth-based things you do?</p><p>What do you wish everyone knew/practiced to help humanity and Mother Earth? </p><p><strong>About Caressa:</strong></p><p><a href="http://www.caressajoycenteredlife.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">www.caressajoycenteredlife.com</a> </p><p>A Yoga-Massage-Energy Therapist, A Life Cycles Celebrant, Artist, Activist, Mama, Life Partner, Oracle Card Reader, Mystic, Healer, Teacher, Friend, Sacred Circle Leader, Writer, Earth and Moon Lover. </p><p>Upcoming Events:</p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/landscape-lore-with-the-landscape-nerd-tickets-1319373855719" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Landscape Lore with the Landscape Nerd</a> April 24th- Get your tickets!</p><p><a href="https://caressajoycenteredlife.com/events/seasonal-tea-ceremony-bella-tierra" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Seasonal Tea Ceremony: Bellatierra </a> April 27th -Get your tickets!</p><p><a href="https://caressajoycenteredlife.com/events/guided-meditation-and-tea-blending" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Guided Meditation and Tea Blending</a> May 9th - SOLD OUT</p><p>Takeaways:</p><ul><li><p>The interconnection between self-care and caring for the earth is vital.</p></li><li><p>Nature serves as a profound teacher in understanding life&#39;s complexities.</p></li></ul><p><br>land connection, rituals, personal journey, lineage, earth-based practices, community, self-care, environmental awareness, landscape architecture, mindfulness<br></p>