Ep.113 Meeting the Gaze of a Wild Being with Eleanor O'Hanlon

What happens when a wild animal truly sees you? In this episode, I sit down with Eleanor O’Hanlon—writer, conservationist, and lover of wild places—to explore that exact moment. Our conversation weaves through her soul-awakening encounters with whales, wolves, and ancient forests, revealing how true recognition between species cracks open a deeper truth: we are beings of nature, not separate from it.This episode is about returning to a more ancient, embodied way of knowing.If you’ve ever felt unseen in a world built for conformity, this conversation invites you to remember your place in the wild and welcome the magic of mutual recognition with other kin.Topics Covered about Wild Animal Communication➡️ True connection begins with allowing yourself to be seen—fully and energetically—by other kin.➡️ Eleanor shares profound stories of traveling in walrus-skin boats and meeting the gaze of whales and wolves.➡️ Trees remember, communicate, and respond when we bring them our lived experiences.➡️ Being a bridge species means holding space for relationship across time, space, and species.Chapters00:00 Opening – What it means to “meet the gaze”08:15 Animals as teachers of attention16:30 Re-wilding the human mind25:00 The silent language of presence29:24 Learn with Gaia (Ad)33:45 Face-to-face with gray whales42:00 Inner wildness & personal healing50:30 Practices to meet the gaze yourselfResources Mentioned🌱 Eyes of the Wild by Eleanor O’Hanlon 🌱 Plant Wisdom Book Club 🌱 Spirit Wild Plant Quiz🌱 Personalized mentorship with me and the PlantsExpanded Show Notes☝🏽ReConnect with Plant Wisdom podcast Ancient and modern knowledge from biology to spirituality about the wondrous ways plants help you lead a Naturally Conscious life.Subscribe here and on your favorite podcast player.👉🏽 Join the Naturally Conscious Community to nourish human-plant relationships// Get to Know Me, Tigrilla //// Let's Work Together //   // Shop from EcoConscious Partners //GAIAMore PartnersOpening and Closing music by @Cyberinga  and Poinsettia.// Let's Connect on Social // Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube