The Earth Lover's Paradox
Every Earth lover you speak to will tell you about the peace they feel in nature. Science agrees— showing that time outdoors reduces stress, restores clarity, and enhances wellbeing.
But many will also admit: this peace is fleeting. They often feel overwhelmed by life, heartbroken by the world, and ashamed of the legacy we’re leaving behind. They are living through a time of escalating ecological grief, moral exhaustion, and spiritual disorientation.
I call this the Earth lovers’ paradox. It’s a confusing, depleting experience. And it’s concerning—because not only do these states interfere with our wellbeing, they interfere with our ability to create a life and a world that is aligned with the natural world. This depletion ripples outward into our relationships, our communities, our work, and into the way we show up for the Earth.
Numerous studies show — as you might imagine — that emotional states like environmental grief, fear, burnout, and despair diminish our capacity to take courageous, creative, and coherent action — the kind of action needed to bring about the future of our wildest dreams.
So the urgent, timely question becomes: how might you encourage the vibrant peaceful presence you find
on the trails, by the sea, and under the moon to flow every part of your life?
Addressing this question is the singular focus of this program.
addison
Everything starts to look different, feel different. I didn't expect that. After the first two lessons, I called my friend and I said, you HAVE to take this class.
Tessa
It’s helped me become more calm, clear and confident. It’s also helping me to strengthen my decision-making & my intuition.
Reshma
I feel like I’m never alone, even if I'm the only person around - that is a huge gift. The practice has also helped me find beauty.
Peace isn't something that happens when everything gets resolved.
Peace can extend continuously from the core of your being.
Right now, you might be feeling like peace is something you have to chase, or wait an eternity for—something you might get in brief moments, but can’t seem to hold onto.
The reality? Overwhelm is costly. It drains your energy, affects your relationships, and keeps you from showing up fully in the ways that matter to you.
If you don’t shift your relationship to your wellbeing now, life won’t magically take care of itself. The stress, the news cycles, the overstimulation, and exhaustion will keep chipping away at it, making it harder and harder for you to safeguard your inner peace.
But there is another path. A path where peace is not just something you pray for—but something you live, breathe, and embody. A path where you feel grounded, present, and at ease, even in life’s inevitable turbulence.
That is what the Nature Practice method is here to offer.
You've been feeling overwhelmed, overcommitted & overstimulated for too long.
You love to spend time in nature.
You might have tried yoga, meditation, forest bathing, journaling and gratitude practice.
You try to eat well and take care of yourself.
You do enjoy moments of peace – of course –
but you're still struggling to experience a life that is mostly calm.
As an Earth Lover, it turns out that the answer to living a life that is mostly peaceful can be found in a slight shift to your wellbeing routine.
A shift that allows for a more powerful state of nature-centered peace to emerge.
I call this shift nature practice.
Nature practice is:
- An intentional, active way of engaging with the Earth to cultivate inner peace and presence.
- A deepening of a relationship of mutual care.
- Not just about spending time in nature, but about entering into a more subtle reciprocity with the Earth.
- Learning to receive and respond to her rhythms and her wisdom with greater respect and reverence.
And you can do it in 25 minutes, or less, no matter where you are.
Have we met?
Hi, I’m Natasha Deganello Giraudie.
Nature will be our mentor, our teacher. I’m happy to be your guide.
I am a child of the Caribbean, the rainforest, and the tepuyes of Venezuela. I raised my daughter among the Redwoods and the Pacific Ocean of Northern California.
As an expecting mother, with access to heightened sensations, I was shocked to realize the amount of overwhelm and exhaustion that I had accepted as normal. I was horrified to imagine that this would become the soundtrack of my baby’s life. I wanted our life to feel like an invigorating, peaceful retreat, with brief moments of pressure release—rather than the other way around.
Looking for cues, both personally and through my work as a documentary filmmaker, I began to retrace and expand upon three beloved threads of my life:
🌿 Himalayan traditions from two decades of study with the Dalai Lama and nature retreats with Thich Nhat Hanh.
🌿 Indigenous wisdom from a lifetime of learning with elders and wisdom keepers—from the Pemon and Warao of Venezuela, to the Winnemem Wintu of California, among many others.
🌿 Spiritual ecology through immersion in the insights of naturalists like Jane Goodall, David Abram, Robin Wall Kimmerer, Sylvia Earle and Janine Benyus.
Along the way, I’ve had the privilege of guiding hundreds of Earth lovers—from all corners of the world, across different heritages and spiritual traditions. I have also taught a class on this at Stanford University and led workshops for the United Nations, the Dalai Lama Fellows, Yosemite’s NatureBridge, One World Ayurveda in Bali, and others.
I look forward to getting to know you and helping you share your natural peace with the world.
What if peace wasn’t just fleeting — but your way of being?
Imagine waking up with a warm-hearted sensation—a knowing of the preciousness of this moment. To be able to experience another day of vibrant, aligned peace—not just on rare occasions, but as your default state.
Imagine no longer feeling like stress and your aching heart are running your life. Instead, you move through your days with a sense of grounded presence, of knowing how to return to peace whenever you need to.
🐚 You no longer get thrown off course by what’s going on around you.
🐚 You know how to reconnect to yourself, your community, and the Earth.
🐚 You understand how to restore your energy instead of constantly letting it drain.
🐚 Your peace is carried in your thoughts, your words, and your actions.
🐚 You are showing up for peace—consciously and courageously.
This isn’t just an idea—it’s exactly what members of this Nature Practice community are experiencing.
And it’s possible for you, too.
Anne
As a health care worker, I believe every mental health practitioner would benefit from this course.
Hollie
This community was my winter sustenance – an embodied tending to the everyday sacred in nature.
Chloe
I have more thoughtfulness about how to pass on my reverence for nature to my daughter.
Everything you need to cultivate lasting natural peace.
In Nature Practice Foundations, I personally guide you in cultivating your ritual of peace with the Earth.
🌱 Here's what's included:
- Daily Guided Recordings –
You don't even have to think about it. Simply step outside your door, and I will walk you through the rest. I will personally guide you in my very favorite practices for actively deepening your personal relationship with Earth to experience more peace. It couldn’t be easier—just 25 minutes or less per day. If getting outdoors isn’t an option, sitting by a window works too. - 7 Weekly Online Sharing Circles –
Receive live support, insights, and encouragement as you apply the practices to your life. Make new friends, get answers to your questions and learn from the experiences of others. Each sharing circle is recorded for you. - Online Community –
Share reflections, celebrate progress, and connect with kindred spirits.
This isn’t just a course—it’s a living, breathing practice space where I personally guide you in experiencing and expressing your peace.
Inspired by a tiny colibrí.
The hummingbird taught me a profound truth: I didn’t have to leave my life behind to access my peaceful, grounded presence. I didn't have to move to the forest or become a monk.
I could simply open my door and take regular, soul-satisfying sips of nature—right where I am.
That’s why the Nature Practice method is designed to fit into real life—just 25 minutes or less per day to nurture deep, lasting peace.
Roxana
I savored, in particular, the poems throughout the recordings & sharing circles. They inspired me to bring in more art into my work.
Sandra
This has been a time to deepen my rooted knowledge that I've always had as a little girl – to remember the joy of being outdoors.
Laura
I came to this practice looking for structure, insight, awareness & community during these difficult times. I found so much more.
My Peace-First Guarantee.
I wholeheartedly believe in the power of this program to transform your sense of peace. If you show up for the simple practices, do your weekly check-in to let me know how you are doing and where you are getting stuck —but don’t feel a meaningful shift within 3 weeks—I’ll gladly offer you a full refund.
With a 98% success rate, I'm honored to stand by this promise.
Your deepest peace lies in your relationship with the Earth.
Cora
I was completely blown away by the soulful topics, the flow the resonance - it was just amazing!
Sophie
It's not just about connecting with nature, it's about connecting with your sacred roots. In these times - EVERYONE should take this course!
Veronica
By exploring the elements, and connecting with them, it brought me back to where I need to be.
Zilah
I learned to listen with new ears, to soften and love the moment-by-moment mystery and how to move forward toward collective healing.
Jenny
I have a new found sense of peace & gratitude for nature. I feel rejuvenated – sometimes even ecstatic! I have found solace.
Maureen
This program has greatly illuminated & enhanced my life! It is a pure joy to connect in community, especially worldwide!
Frequently Asked Questions.
What makes this program special?
I have so much going - how can I know if timing is right for me?
What if I start to fall behind and can’t keep up with 25 mins per day?
Is it really risk-free?
How long will I have access to the program?
Do you offer scholarships?
Why reconnect with your peace now?
Because your peace is the foundation of everything.
For your well-being and vitality.
For your relationships and purpose.
For your community’s strength.
And for the Earth, who needs you – now more than ever – steady, present, and whole.
These challenging times are calling your most vibrant,
peaceful grounded, presence.
What is the next step in that direction?
If you’re ready to stop waiting for or chasing after peace –
if you are ready to start living it, I invite you to join Nature Practice Foundations.
It all starts with taking a step right outside your door and let me be your guide.
🌿 Join now and begin your journey to your natural, vibrant peace.
DISCLAIMER
The Nature Practice programs and mentoring are intended to educate and inspire you on your personal journey toward wellbeing and happiness. They are not intended to replace care best provided by qualified professionals and they are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
