When Nature Speaks

In this episode of Let’s Go for a Walk and Talk, I walk and speak with Eric Janzen. We talk about nature, anxiety, faith, and transformation. Eric shares how being outdoors calms his nervous system, why silence and solitude matter, and how certain moments in nature have shaped his spiritual life. We also talk about letting go of control and asking a profound question. Who am I becoming? Note: The audio above contains a version that is only slightly edited and has the entire conversation. The video below is edited and is a little shorter. Enjoy! 👉 Eric’s Instagram → eric_h_janzen👉 Rod’s Instagram → @rjanz Trail Wisdom via Eric Janzen: * Nature can calm the nervous systemTime in the woods is not just relaxing. It can help quiet anxiety, slow the mind, and bring the body back into balance. * We are not divided into partsMind, body, and spirit are not separate. When we slow down, we often feel more like ourselves because everything comes back into alignment. * Not every meaningful experience needs to be chasedDeep moments often arrive on their own. What matters most is how we reflect on them and let them shape us over time. * Letting go of control creates space for changeTrying to manage everything can exhaust us. Letting go can pave the way for a fresh perspective and a new way of being. * A better question than what am I doingAsking who am I becoming can gently reorient your life toward kindness, compassion, and depth. The previous walk and talk on Substack. “Walk and Talk with Brenda Wollenberg” see https://substack.com/home/post/p-181290431 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rodjanz1.substack.com