In the natural environment, we realize that nature’s energy is operating not on our mechanized time clock but in its own self-regulated operating cycle. The interacting forces of nature’s energy oscillate in predictable cyclical patterns. In this naturally occurring cyclical phenomena, resources like water are recycled to maintain conditions necessary for the existence of life. In a cyclical process of evaporation, water recycles from rain and snow to creeks, lakes, rivers, oceans, and back to rain and snow. These cyclical processes bring seasonal changes to the environment as well. All forms of life on planet earth biologically follow the cyclical patterns of nature. Plants wait for the season of spring to spur their growth. Animals synchronize their lifestyle with changes of seasons.
Becoming One with nature implies that our actions are aligned with the attributes or characteristics of nature’s energy. Any particular action that happens naturally is considered an action of natural disposition. Our energy is composed of nature’s elements. Thus, the characteristics of nature’s energy shape our natural dispositions. Neuroscientists have provided brain scans evidencing that actions of ‘Altruistic’ behavior activate the pleasure centers of the brain. Altruism is a natural motivation to help others in need, without any expectation of favor. Spiritual wisdom of ‘Altruistic’ behavior has existed since the dawn of civilization. Thus, the natural disposition of ‘Altruistic’ behavior has become the newfound common theme of synergy between the psychologists and spiritualists. However, it is the mechanics of our conscientious mind that sustains the strength of nature’s gifted instincts.
We can nurture our mind’s conscience to align our actions with nature’s gifted instincts. For ages, spiritualists have used the technique of meditation to nurture their conscience. Neuroscientists have evidence of brain scans that prove their eƯectiveness. Mindful meditation is now considered the most eƯective drug free treatment for many mental health related issues. Whether it is depression, PTSD, addiction, or a nervous breakdown, guided meditation helps enhance focus of mind and gives direction to its thought process. This article highlights the synergy in science and spirituality for the use of this technique to sustain an ‘Altruistic’ conscience of natural disposition. With an analogy of a running faucet of freshwater replacing muddy water in a bowl under it, this article explains how the thoughts of a distressed mind can be replaced with thoughts that nurture a conscience of natural harmony.