Water: The Living Essence That Sustains Life and Consciousness
There’s a lot of noise lately in the science and spirituality spheres about the living nature of water. We all know animals and plants are largely comprised of water and that this affects every aspect of life. It’s all connected. Recent studies have thrown new light on the subject of water, its electrical charge and life-nurturing qualities leading some researchers to wonder if water itself can be conscious and have some kind of memory. Of course, this could all be wishful thinking and the work of active imaginations. Yet our lack of understanding and appreciation of water has led to our oceans and waterways being neglected, wilfully polluted, and aquatic ecosystems destroyed. How would we treat water if we thought of it as a living thing? How might we clean up our waterways and ensure that drinking water comes to us via the most natural route rather than pipes and demineralisation?
The Sea, the Sea
It is evening. The sea is golden, speckled with white points of light, lapping with a sort of mechanical self-satisfaction under a pale green sky. How huge it is, how empty, this great space for which I have been longing all my life.
Iris Murdoch, The Sea, the Sea
Recycle Water
A simple solution to conserve water is to set up several rain butts in the garden – if you have space and a garden. The rainwater is perfect for watering plants. You can buy rain butts or make DIY versions by reusing old wheelie bins, large milk bottles and buckets. Be sure to clean them often to minimise disease and fungus. The UK Rainwater Management website is an excellent resource for further reading about household and wastewater harvesting.
Domestic household water, known as ‘greywater’ can also be used in the garden. Traditional and eco detergents are harmless to flora and fauna so can be used. If reusing greywater in the garden and houseplants, it’s even more of an incentive to use natural products in baths and dishwashing that could even benefit the garden! If using greywater for plants and lawns you should alternate with rainwater to ensure the right balance of nutrients in maintained.
Water is Life
In recent times, the realms of science and spirituality have been abuzz with discussions about the living nature of water. It’s no secret that water is a fundamental component of life on Earth, playing a crucial role in sustaining everything from plants and animals to minerals. But what if water itself possesses a consciousness or memory? Recent studies have shed new light on water’s electrical charge and its life-nurturing qualities, sparking curiosity among researchers.
Imagine if we viewed water as a living entity. How might our perception change? Would we treat it with the respect it deserves, rather than neglecting, polluting, and destroying our oceans and waterways? Could this shift in mindset lead us to explore more holistic methods of water purification and distribution, moving away from conventional pipelines and demineralization processes?
The mysteries of water run deep, and as stewards of our planet, it’s essential that we continue to explore and understand its vital role in our lives.
Wild Swimming
Wild swimming has recently gained a large following with health benefits of swimming in nature such as alleviating diseases of the mind and body with studies showing improvements in muscle building, bone density, cardiovascular system as well as mood-boosting endorphins. It is hard to believe that the UK alone only has access to a shocking 3% of rivers and waterways. There are many wild swimming resources and campaigns seeking to improve access and ensure that water companies and industrial polluters are regulated. Our founder Amie is currently challenging herself to wild-swim in order to bring light to the fight against water degradation. The Wild Swimming Association is a fabulous resource – with everything you need from connecting with local groups to how to build up towards your first outdoors swim! Our advice would be to start with cold showers – an excellent health tonic in itself.
Peace is Every Step
Washing the dishes is at the same time a means and an end that is, not only do we do the dishes in order to have clean dishes, we also do the dishes, just to do the dishes, to live fully in each moment while washing them.
Thich Nhat Hanh, Peace is Every Step
Bath Salts
A regular bath of salts such as Epsom, Himalayan or Dead Sea is a fantastic method to ease aching muscles, soothe a winter cold and inject some good vibes into a sluggish circulation. Making a DIY salt scrub and taking a dip in the tub is a self-made spa treatment in the comfort of your home. Use a mixture of salts, a carrier oil such as coconut or olive oil and add a few dashes of your favourite essential oil – for example, a personal choice might be lavender and tea tree. Use on areas of hard skin – elbows and knees and avoid sensitive areas. The negative ions in the salt give a pleasant grounding sensation of being beside the sea!
Closing Thoughts
As the sun sets and paints the sea with a golden hue, let us take a moment to appreciate the vastness and beauty of our water-filled planet. Just as Iris Murdoch marvelled at the sea, we too can find inspiration in the wonders of water. Together, we can work towards a future where water is cherished, protected, and conserved for the benefit of all living beings.
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