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Pick up trash and litter in your neighborhood, nature preserves, hiking trails, beaches, etc. (please wear protective equipment!!!)
Take a walk/hike outside; nature environments would be great, but it's ok if you don't have that option
Open a window in your home; breathe in some fresh air
Support organizations focused on climate control, the environment, or the well-being of wildlife/plant life
Support organizations that are against domestic abuse or aiding domestic abuse survivors
Plant a tree if you can
Try gardening or own a houseplant
Have a candle that reminds you of her (no altar needed)
Wear jewelry that reminds you of her
Keep a picture of her or the earth in your wallet
Fall asleep to nature sounds, such as birds singing, forest ambiance, or comforting animal noises
Try to spot something beautiful in the natural world around you every time you go outside; take a moment to appreciate it if you can
Learn about your local flora and fauna; learn about invasive species to look out for
Watch a nature documentary or educational video about nature
Learn about foraging; try your hand at it (SAFELY!!!)
Try eating organic fruits and veggies; if you can't, try eating fruits and veggies in general
Spend extra time making a tasty meal for yourself or loved ones; add natural ingredients to it, like fruits, veggies, meats, eggs, etc.
Drink tea made from herbs and the like; add honey to your tea
Try communing with plants and their spirits, if you're open to that practice; give thanks to local nature spirits; this includes nymphs
Have imagery of the seasons, lightning, fruits, the earth, the ocean, the sky, mountains, natural environments (like forests and jungles), plant life (especially very green plants), ash trees, pine trees, olive trees, rosemary, motherhood (however you choose to interpret that), scorpions, snakes, dragons, bats/bat wings, sea creatures, centaurs, nymphs, and flint sickles (or generally sickles)
Have a stuffed animal snake, dragon, bat, or scorpion; have a stuffed animal of an animal you associate strongly with motherhood
Lend a hand to any new parents in your life; offer to help babysit, if you can
Be kind to children (or disengage, just don't be beefing with a child)
Play with or spend time with any kids in your life
Donate child supplies, such as diapers, baby food, and toys, to a homeless shelter or organization that helps parents/single mothers
Engage in random acts of kindness towards a stranger; make someone smile
Allow yourself to rest when you need to; rest is productive
Treat yourself with kindness and love; practice self-love
Try to encourage yourself when you're having a hard time, or otherwise be gentle with yourself
Give compassion to others, especially those who are struggling
Embrace being the "parent friend", if you are one (someone who always has snacks, bandaids, etc.; someone who is always checking in on everyone in the group; someone is always taking care of the group, etc.)
Practice grounding techniques; give meditation in nature (or to nature sounds) a try
Engage in relaxing activities, especially when you're feeling overwhelmed; this can include drawing, painting, crocheting, writing, etc.
Take an herbal/salt bath (USE BATH SALTS; MAKE SURE HERBS DON'T GO DOWN YOUR DRAIN!!!)
Take frequent breaks from your phone/technology; make sure you're not straining your eyes
Exercise/stretch; move your body in some way
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For now, this is my list of discreet ways to worship Gaia! I'll likely add more later on. May Gaia embrace you in her loving arms, if you wish her to. ๐
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