Thanks for the feedback. I was born and bred Christian. I think I am a seeker of truth. So many cultures and religions. The one truth I see over and over is the mother earth symbol. So important! Here is one interpretation of Gaia.
The
Gaia hypothesis is an
ecological hypothesis proposing that the
biosphere and the physical components of the
Earth [[
atmosphere,
cryosphere,
hydrosphere and
lithosphere) are closely integrated to form a
complex interacting system that maintains the
climatic and
biogeochemical conditions on Earth in a preferred
homeostasis. Originally proposed by
James Lovelock as the earth feedback hypothesis,
[1] it was named—the Gaia Hypothesis, after the
Greek supreme goddess of Earth.
[2] The hypothesis is frequently described as viewing the Earth as a single organism. Lovelock and other supporters of the idea now call it
Gaia theory, regarding it as a scientific theory and not mere hypothesis, since they believe it has passed predictive tests.
[3]
Personally, I think we need to love this earth and nature. Whatever religion or life view it takes works for me. Nurture is the word that comes to mind. Back to the mother symbol.