A Little Blog about the Full Moon and a Bent Tree

Not long ago, I found myself wandering through fields and forests beneath a radiant full moon. The experience felt otherworldly, as moonlight bathed the landscape in a soft, silvery glow. That night, I was struck by the quiet presence of resilience and reciprocity, in nature, and within myself.

The full moon, high in the night sky, seemed to invite reflection. As I walked in the liminal light, a deep sense of peace settled over me. The moonlight revealed subtle insights often lost in the noise of everyday life. Walking quietly, I heard the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant calls of nocturnal creatures, reminders of the interconnectedness of all living things.

In this stillness, nature became a teacher. I thought of the resilience I saw in the natural world: plants pushing through cracks in dirt, animals thriving despite harsh seasons, ecosystems adapting to change. This quiet endurance mirrored our own. And just as every creature contributes to the balance of its environment, I was reminded of the human need for connection and mutual support.

As I continued along the moonlit path, I felt a renewed sense of purpose and appreciation. That night served as a reminder of the wisdom nature offers, and the resilience we carry within.

The beauty of a full moon night has the power to captivate anyone. For me, it became a reflection of life’s balance and the threads that connect us all. I remember standing beneath the moonlight, noticing the quiet strength of the trees, especially one bent tree that stood out, a symbol of resilience.

This tree looked weathered, shaped by adversity. Its branches reached outward rather than upward, as if it had learned to adapt instead of resist. In its form, I saw a reflection of myself, times I felt bent by life’s challenges, but not broken.

The bent tree taught me something essential: resilience isn't about being unshaken, but about learning to yield. Like that tree, we grow stronger when we embrace flexibility, when we adapt to life’s turns and trust our ability to move forward. Flow.

Deeper into the woods, I reflected on how connection weaves through all living things. Trees, I remembered, can share nutrients and communicate through their roots. Animals rely on one another for survival. And we, too, find strength through relationships, shared experiences, and community. This sense of mutual support nourishes us and creates a sense of belonging.

The full moon itself is a quiet symbol of reciprocity. It reflects the sun’s light, illuminating the night. This graceful exchange mirrors our relationships. Just as the moon depends on the sun to shine, we rely on one another for care, insight, and love. In my own life, the hardest moments were softened by the kindness of others, by friends, family, and even nature. It reminded me that life isn’t about perfection, but about harmony.

That night under the full moon, I paused to reflect on my journey, on what I was grateful for, the people beside me, and the ever-present beauty of the natural world. Like the bent tree, I learned that resilience is rooted in openness... to change, to connection, and to wonder.

The next time I gaze at the full moon, I’ll remember the stories whispered by the wind and the wisdom of the trees. I’ll let it remind me to stand with grace, bend when needed, and participate fully in the ongoing dance of reciprocity.

If you'd like to join me in the Forest during this June's full moon, please check out the Events page. There are a few spaces left as of this posting.

A bent tree standing resilient under the full moon light.