BE EMOTIONAL - DON'T BE AFRAID to FEEL DEEPLY

It’s NOT OK to be upset. It’s NOT OK to be angry. It’s NOT OK to feel disappointed.
That’s what the world tells us. There's been a movement to watch our thoughts and feelings, making sure that we're positive at all times. We receive messages that we must shift these ‘bad’ feelings and find better ones. But when we do this, we close down and shut off parts of ourselves, suppressing the fullness of our emotions. To feel whole and be whole, we must honour all of it - good and bad. All emotions are beautiful and create a fullness and wholeness in our experience.
They are powerful forces that our bodies can use as fuel for action and healing. Our thoughts create reality, not the other way around. So when our reality doesn't look the way we want it to and brings up emotions that are unpleasant to us, that is the message we are being given to start building a bridge between what is and what can be.
Taking time to be aware of our reactions, thoughts and emotions will bring us into a space of clarity and balance where we can make informed decisions guided and supported by our soul... decisions that will usher in release and healing for ourselves and all of life around us.
Featuring Phoebe Barnard (www.phoebebarnard.com)
Filmed in Mount Vernon, Washington State, USA.
The poem read at the start of this film is called 'The Peace of Wild Things' - by Wendell Berry.
All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
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Who is Reflections of Life? We are Justine and Michael (previously known as Green Renaissance). We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth - that we are all human. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.
Filming - by Michael Raimondo
Editing - by Justine du Toit
Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey
The following music tracks are used in this film :
Small Strokes - by Martin Gauffin (via Epidemic Sound)
Reflector - by Alan Ellis (via Epidemic Sound)
Thistle - by Vincent & A Secret (via Epidemic Sound)
Turning Point - by Alan Peretz (via ArtList)
The Secretary's Daughter - by Benjamin Monday (via Epidemic Sound)
And There He Was - by Bonn Fields (via Epidemic Sound)
A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
Albanian - by Denis Skendaj
Arabic - by Frihat Oussama
Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova
Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
Dutch - by Karla Greven
English - by Justine du Toit
French - by Amélie Macoin
German - by Tanja Pütz
Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
Hindi - by Parul Sharma
Italian - by Grazia Gironella
Korean - by Hotae Devin Noh
Persian - by Mona Zadsham
Polish - by Anna Konieczna
Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
Spanish - by Paty Aguirre
Ukrainian - by Sofia Bespalova
Vietnamese - by Thi Le

[@ReflectionsofLife]

A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages: Albanian - by Denis Skendaj Arabic - by Frihat Oussama Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova Croatian - by Davor Bobanac Dutch - by Karla Greven English - by Justine du Toit French - by Amélie Macoin German - by Tanja Pütz Greek - by Vicky Polychroni Hindi - by Parul Sharma Italian - by Grazia Gironella Korean - by Hotae Devin Noh Persian - by Mona Zadsham Polish - by Anna Konieczna Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori Romanian - by Anca Zaharia Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič Spanish - by Paty Aguirre Ukrainian - by Sofia Bespalova Vietnamese - by Thi Le

[@lianaghazaryan8063]

Почему нет русских субтитров, кажется уже третье видео из-за субтитров,я не могу смотреть.🙄

[@pch9309]

Gracias 💚

[@m.mercedesalonsosevilla2090]

The ultimate Truth for me IS God

[@donbarber925]

their is a reason they tell you not to feel because you more easy to manipulate and be used.Feel and feel deeply because its what gives life meaning.Its intimate and One with you creator.God bless.

[@sophiegomez5236]

Merci à tous pour votre travail, gratitude

[@josiahamaze]

I'm starting to feel that feeling deeply is the ultimate truth and we're taught in society not to feel.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing this thought, something to think about. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@kimberly-abriefongrief7777]

Oh my my YES Josia 🥰 I could passionately and tearfully write and speak for hours on the Truth 🥰 I do, in the sharing of my gifts with the world 🥰

[@larsstougaard7097]

Yes I feel that too 😊

[@Agnetha1221]

A truth very difficult to live and share without being looked upon as half coo-coo.. And very hard to be a highly sensitive person and feel everything so deeply. ❤

[@UndinesOcean]

There's a switch lately, whereas more and more people are validating the importance of emotions while also returning to the basics, going off grid, trying to live slower and closer to nature. I hope we can re-teach society to feel deeply.

[@JF-xq6fr]

I love the universal similarities so many of these films share: Kind quiet people, pets, immersion in nature, raking, cups of tea, books... And we audience members share tears, immense calm and gratitude, and a feeling, knowing this is how it should be and should have always been. "Humanity did not create the web of life but is merely a single strand within it, and every strand pulled, pulls on every other" - Native American wisdom. Thank you for these beacons of hope.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome. Much appreciated and beautiful words, they mean a lot and encourage us. The Native American wisdom is lovely, thank you for sharing. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@SuperLammens]

R❤​@@ReflectionsofLife

[@lindamuller2801]

❤❤❤

[@lisahinkofer2085]

This is where we should be living life. In peace and beauty. But we choose to live in chaos and the ugliness of negativity. Poems and long walks in the woods. An afternoon spent by the lake or a quiet day just reading in the peace and quiet of home. Simply beautiful

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So beautifully described. May this video help and inspire us. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@parry3231]

❣️💙🤎🤍💯🫶✌️🕊🦋🦉🌱🌿🌱🍀🌱🪺🪻

[@vivienne9162]

And the treasured company of dogs makes the picture complete.

[@WhiteWolfCZ457]

I was born as a child from a loving and caring mother that felt deeply, her sensitivity was her profound blessing and her lifes most painfull curse. She tought me to experience and love nature, solitude, all earths living creatures in all theire diversity, to respect and to preserve, be gratefull for even the smallest things and what difference a smile can make. She found redemtion in poetry, litterature, the creativity she refined into art, the mountains, childrens eyes and trust in kindness and compassion as a life long strategy. Her mothers life motto was "We have come here to help, support and care for each other". I am forever gratefull for the legacy they passed on to me. I hope I'm worthy and able to pass it on. I can feel that anger and despair this messy world fuels me with - and I do hope it is love and compassion that is the core values in me. It is really hard to tell sometimes. Confusion reigns and Trust is fragile these days. As I'm pushing 65 I let go of fear. It don't serve me no more. Please accept my humble love - and take care!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Simply beautiful and touching, thank you for sharing all your thoughts and experiences. Much to think about. Wishing you all the best for your days ahead and sending you warmest of hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@DelSunflower33]

Beautiful mother❤

[@rebeccajourney3183]

I don't know how you find these wonderful, wellspoken people who teach us with every video. I laugh and cry, relate and wonder how others get through what they've been through. Thank you, and I thank each of them for making me a better human being❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Oh my, your words touch us. We are glad the different videos mean so much to you, teach you things,... The people we interview surround us all every day actually. It's about making the time to truly listen to each other, with open hearts and minds. When we do that, the doorway to real connection is opened up and wonderful things can be shared. Don't we all have a story to share? Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@QQ-hp9ge]

Your videos inspire me to be a better person. I look forward to your videos every week, it grounds me to my core. Our own love, humanity, & acceptance towards others makes us more human for sure,feels like we’re closer to god,the energy, the highest power greater than ourselves or whatever you call it …nothing but love & gratitude💚🕊️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

@QQ-hp9ge - Thank you for these words of support, and for seeing the value in the stories that we share. It's wonderful to have you here with us! Big love! Justine and Michael x

[@camellabailey5548]

I have deep affection for this woman. Please convey to her that the message resonates profoundly with me.😍

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so happy that her words meant much to you. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@arlenecoury9976]

Beautiful! My mother would CRY when she saw a try cut down, even if she had to cut one in her own yard. The native American's had the right idea. We cannot OWN the the land. We are PART of the land.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Glad that we could share the video with you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@pjsopinion8028]

When she spoke of the tree that was hundreds of years old having been cut down, it brought me to tears. Thank you for this important reminder of how precious this earth and all of her inhabitants are. Blessings and Love to all watching this. 🙏🏼💙

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We appreciate your kind and touching words, thank you for taking the time to watch. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@rodrigues1892]

Absolutely beautiful comment and so true. Loved the film too very wise and beautiful lady also love the dogs 💚 🐾 🙏

[@parry3231]

🐾🕊🦉🌱🌿🌱🍀🪺👣❣️💚💙✌️🫶

[@kimcunningham2107]

A powerful, moving and very IMPORTANT message that I can only pray, will touch the heart of all people. 💜💜💜

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Beautiful words, thanks so much. We hope the video resonates with many people and invites them to ponder on what Phoebe shared. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jonathankipp2784]

What a gorgeous film and spirit. She is a wonderful example of wisdom. The headlines of Ukraine, Gaza, Sudan, and Washington DC do make me begin to surrender. A better word: give up. So her encouragement to stay in the game is well timed for this often deep feeling man. Thank you all!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad you shared how you feel at this time. Glad we could share her message of encouragement with you. Wishing you strength and sending much love and kindness to you, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ArtistGoneWild]

I’ve been monitoring my screen time and being more mindful about the content I consume, so I’m glad that within the limited window of internet time I’ve allotted for myself today, I stumbled upon this video. The delivery of this message was done in such a skillful and impactful way.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad that this video was presented to you in your screen time today, glad we could share her message with you. Your words regarding our work encourages us, thank you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@aprilmayfit]

This random internet stranger is proud of you. It’s hard to monitor things like that but you’re taking the time to do so and that’s lovely.

[@meskalokys]

Moved beyond tears. My heart aches from such beauty.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Your words touch us deeply. Sending much love and kindness to you, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@The-Ancestral-Cucina]

This one touched me so deeply to my core. Our beautiful world, Mother Earth, has been speaking (and crying for her losses) and humans truly need to open their eyes and hearts and heed the call. Let's not place this beautiful planet in a palliative state. Let us heal her and live within the rhythm of life she provides for us 🌱💚

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad we could share this video with you. Thank you for your energizing and encouraging words. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@1699ArunjeetSINGH]

we become wise when we face our pain and fear in real.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Deep words, thank you for sharing. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@daisyfieldparrks9320]

This morning, Mrs. Phoebe Barnard was the voice of God speaking to me. "Take the gift you have been given and honor it..." Thank you

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome. We are so happy that we could share her message with you this morning. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@smartinez1376]

Thank you! This video, as all the ones I’ve seen from your channel, is beautiful. I felt every word she said.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad her message resonated with you deeply. Thank you for watching. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@dennishollinghurst7220]

This lady conveys a message so heartfelt and strong that all of humaity should listen. I so wish that the money men, powerbrokers and others of the avaricious class would heed her words. Rampant consumerism, hand in hand with a blatant disregard for other sentient beings and nature will end our species. The old trees around her home may have been cut down but the young now growing will bring hope and joy whilst they stand sentinel over her. Thank you for making such an important video.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad you find her message so meaningful. Thank you for sharing your views and thoughts on the subject, they invite to sit and ponder. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@josephin49]

Thank you Dennis

[@Rositasparks]

Thank you Phoebe for this message and reminder to love and care for our beautiful, powerful planet and all the species that reside here. Be loving and be kind to each other….🌎 ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching that this video meant so much to you, so glad we could share it. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@dcosmos1089]

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Genesis 1:1 Praise him!

[@GrandmotherWindsoftheEarth]

Thank you. This is inspiring. I had decided in this time of world and personal trauma, that I would simply try to grow...in myself and my garden. And if that, plus compassion is all I do, then maybe it will be enough for me. Blessings to all that you do.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Your words are touching and deep. We are glad you found her message meaningful. Keep on growing, within yourself, in your garden. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@patriciamaher5385]

Beautiful ❤

[@hellodanbi]

Your life is so cool and the video gives me strength in my pain. Thank you❤ I took care of my parents with dementia. Fifteen years ago, both parents suffered from dementia and Parkinson's disease After that, he quit his job and had to take care of both of them by cleaning up urine and poop at the same time for a long time. I am also a survivor of a violent family. My father was violent, and my mother and I survived. Last year, two of you died three months apart, and I was very stressed out. After my parents passed away, all I had left was a sick body and heart. I had a brain aneurysm and I still have two brain aneurysms in my head. We also have other vascular diseases. Anxiety that you don't know when and where it's going to explode. I suddenly gained 15kg due to liver function, kidney function, and hypothyroidism, but it's hard to walk and move. And I'm still treating depression, anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and insomnia. I got a job, but I quit because my health deteriorated, but the price has gone up so much that I'm at a loss. I still can't control a lot of emotions in my mind. I am in treatment and physically and mentally ill condition, but the path I walked is weak, but I want to share and communicate because I want to help, and I feel encouraged and encouraged to start KZbin. I want to be healthy now. I want to stand alone healthy and free. I'm looking for myself. I don't even know who I am. The center of my world has been my parents until now. My parents are dead, so they're looking for me. It's only now that I feel sad and hurt. My father was confident until his death and did everything for my children, but I was only hurt. I'm particularly sensitive to violence and sound. I think lethargy is the biggest problem. It hurts. I always wore a mask because I wanted to see it hard. After my parents died, my mask came off. There's a weak me. I'm crumbling and floundering. The goal will be to get out of pain.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing about your life and experiences. A lot has happened on so many levels. We trust that you can find yourself and deal with your health issues, and working things out step by step or at least live with them in the best possible way. Wishing you strength, peace and courage for every new day. Maybe these two videos can also be a help: ‘Through The Storm’ - (kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnOcaZ-ao7qWiqc) and 'Find Your Tribe' (kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZy0f59vls6HjsU). Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@hellodanbi]

@@ReflectionsofLife Into the storm. Find the tribe. I won't forget to watch it. Thank you for your comfort and strength. The comments warm my heart. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.😂😂

[@lindaparisi74]

Mesmerized by the beauty. The visual feast. The perfect music to support her much needed message and wisdom. Thank you.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We love your message, thank you Linda. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@spmoran4703]

I agree with her . Nature , is most important . I love the dogs .

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your lovely words, also about the dogs. Glad her message resonated with you. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@artist4007]

The dogs are the common denominator that I look for in Reflections of Life.

[@KaroOstseeKind]

Eine kraftvolle, bewegende und sehr WICHTIGE Botschaft, von der ich hoffe, dass sie viele Menschen in ihren Herzen erreicht. Danke für euer Wirken ❤❤❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We appreciate your kind words. It means much to us to share Phoebe's message with you and so many others. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@alanahuynh9285]

So much love and wisdom. Thank you so much 🙏🙏🙏

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are so welcome. Glad you appreciated her message. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Muudboard]

May I always attract this type of love, peace and wisdom. This lady is a true gem. Bless her soul!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching words, thank you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@naveenkaushikgodsmasterpie7992]

Agree 💯💯💯💯 . Thank you team 😊❤❤❤. Have a magical weekend back there to all 🐼🤗. Divine mother bless us all with everything we need in this journey

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you, have a good weekend as well. So glad we could share her message with you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@may-maytanymaytany_s3417]

Thank you,so moving, we should all love and protect our planet earth ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad her message spoke to you deeply. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@green5349]

I feel so connected, your words resonating within. Feeling deeply...when the trees of my childhood fall and i cry for their loss, loosing so much of richness at all on our planet, the pain of seeing what goes on without humanity brings me down and at the same i feel deeply gifted by nature and this life and your every word....i couldn't agree more.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching and deep words, glad we could share her message with you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@RK79379]

I'm getting Druid vibes. Life is so full of wonder and amazement. ❤ I just cant thank you guys enough for these videos. Its a relief to find such heartwarming, kind content.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Your words touch us deeply. We are so happy that you find our videos so meaningful and hope that we can share many more with you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@leonita2252]

Pearls of wisdom as always 💚

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your encouraging message. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@leonita2252]

@@ReflectionsofLife Thank you Justine and Michael 🌸

[@reader649]

Thank you Phoebe for your lovely testimony. I feel very sad at times and frustrated and even angry that much of traditional politics, economics and religion, especially religious, ideological and economic fundamentalism obstinately refuses to see that existence on this planet is not all centered on humans, separate from nature. We are an essential part of a greater whole that is to be respected, protected and held sacred. Yet, I realize that if I am to be healed and at peace I have to forgive this inability in all of us to to see beyond default perspectives, that have been ingrained in us by centuries of indoctrination by self absorbed religion and education. If we are to continue to live in a viable and nurturing world , it is imperative that humans evolve to see that we are a integral part of an amazing of web of life and personal responsibility and cooperation is required to maintain it, not neglect and dominance which is eventually suicidal and destructive to all that exists on this planet.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing these thoughts, certainly much to think about. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@nicolabishop996]

I, too, am a woman who feels deeply. Thank you!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Sending much love and kindness to you, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@BelindaFarage]

This is so beautiful and heartfelt. How it was shot and edited - the music - all supports the story perfectly. Thank you for this! Peace! 🙏🏻❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you so much for your encouraging message and your contribution towards our project, it means so much to us. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@stimmeunderfolg]

Keep your frequencies high, you lovely people out there. ❤❤❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely, thank you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@parry3231]

We all are in this together with our own individual hearts and minds in the process of healing and learning to live with peace and harmony in our lives together 🥰😍❣️🫶✌️🕊🌱🌿🌱🍀🪺🌲🌳🌱🌿

[@zeldadedekind6473]

Thank you, this speaks to me..heart and soul💚 It means so much to know there are other people who also wear their hearts on their sleeves and that it is a beautiful thing, not something to feel weird about.. May we all care for nature with a deeper intention now than ever before 💚🌼🌱

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Very touched by your words. So happy that her message spoke to you deeply. Sending much love and kindness to you, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@kulik_na]

Your videos make me stop scrolling in thoughts "what shall I watch next?" Every time after watching them I put away my laptop and just sit, thinking, feeling and reflecting. I am very grateful to you for your work - it is more than meaningful

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Your words touch and encourage us immensely. We hope we can share many more inspiring videos with you. Sending much love. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@dorisemone6778]

Thank-you. Your words remind me that there are people everywhere, just like you, who honor and respect Mother Nature's gifts we were given. You have touched the deepest part of my heart and soul today.🕊🌱☯💚🐞🌎☪

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind message, we are glad her words resonated with you deeply. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@anaraquel2932]

I thank God that i am a Woman who feels deeply. I resonate with her profoundly. She is Earthly divine. Thank you for having faith

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching words. Nice that her message meant much to you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@anaraquel2932]

@@WilliamsSmith199 sure

[@charlesmiddleton3247]

When we seek wisdom and connection... go into the realm of nature and connect yourself to its vibrational frequencies and warmth of its beauty. Enlighten yourself with its caress and feel loved! This is a precious lady who I wish I could connect with in this life. Thank you, "Reflections of Life" for a wonderful gift! Namaste.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

It's an absolute pleasure. Thank you for taking the time to watch this video and sharing your thoughts. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@hicap06]

Thank you for the amazing message, and the clearing of my tear ducts this morning.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so glad that we could share this video with you today. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Mary-mj9mf]

Such a beautiful, heartfelt message that resonates deeply within. What a gorgeous soul this woman has. Thank you Justine and Michael for yet another stunning portrait of human life xx

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Our pleasure! Glad her message was so valuable. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@mo59602]

Another very beautiful film. Thank you.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Crisjovi1]

This one is one of my favorites!! So much gratitute for your amazing videos. 💚

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so happy that this video was so special to you. Glad to have you with us on our journey. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lindsaynicolson9217]

Thank you for reminding myself that my soul feels deeply ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So glad her message meant much to you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jacksonwoodburne]

Those beautiful forests of the pacific north west...oh how i miss you.... your deep ecology, your nourishing breath.....I also have a fire in my belly..... to plant more trees.....and my frustration at delay, fuels my passion for tree planting even more. Bless the filmmakers for sharing these stories from the heart.....

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind and also powerful words. Glad this video spoke to you deeply. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@hhonez6538]

Thank you for the poetry at the start of film by Wendel Berry. Yes, fortunate in deed to live in Washington State. - we tried but found it very expensive and ultimately had to leave. A progressive place is not progressive if the average hard working soul cannot live there. We felt very connected to the land also and am encouraged that this woman is able to live there and protect it and tell others about the beauty. We all need to hear this in order to save our beautiful home, where ever we live.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sending your thoughts and experiences. Sorry you had to leave the stare again though you enjoyed it. We are glad you appreciated the message Phoebe shared. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@philipoconnor2236]

Love deeply. Feel deeply. Judge sparingly❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@barbararoyal6139]

Every word…truth, essential, needed…may this contribute in a very big way to all life. Thank you💞🕊️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your words, we are glad her message resonated with you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@annak.fitness9158]

Thank you so much, your message went all the way through body.mind and soul! Beautiful

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching words. Thank you for taking the time to watch the video. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@blackspruceroutes]

"emotion is our interpersonal currency, and so much more powerful than facts" merci, thank you, gracias!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome, glad we could share these words with you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@sagebutterfly2]

Breathtakingly Beautiful.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you very much for your kind message, we are glad that you liked the video. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@catherineoconnor4846]

This lady speaks in a rhythm that is aligned and balanced. A testimony to the beauty of humanity. Thank you for your wisdom and truth x

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so glad that her message meant much to you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@sinamohajer9391]

Thank you guys for sharing the love, light and wisdom❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Our pleasure! Thank you for watching. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@stephanienelson7252]

I contribute to the preservation of our planet by not participating in animal product consumption, never buying new (unless ultimately have to), avoiding waste, eating at home, practicing holistic medicine, living within my means, I don't have children, I drive a hybrid, I've bought land to hopefully protect and I could go on but won't. I really heard the line she said about we (humans) are only one of millions of species. I try not to use more than my share. My pain happens when I experience so many people who have no resource consciousness or do not care or think it's political Or just won't believe it. There are so many ways to help.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, experiences and activities. Wishing you strength for all you do. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@douaasahbi6713]

I discovered this chanel recently ,and I'm so lucky to enjoy watching this beatiful videos and listening to different people from the world.I wanna say that this videos gives me energy to live my life peacefully not just exist .I listen to every life experience carefully and try to take lessons from it.I loved the way how people are connected to nature and find happiness every where :tee cups ,books ,poems and flowers.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you so much for these kind words, and for listening to each story with an open heart and mind, freeing yourself to learn from others. That is powerful. It's great to have you here with us, and we send much love. Justine and Michael x

[@connydm729]

A beautiful film, a beautiful woman with a beautiful soul... Thank you so much🙏 🙏 🙏 💛 🦋 💚 Conny from Belgium, Europe....

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So glad you liked the video, glad we could share it with you. Sending you warm hugs from South Africa, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@connydm729]

​​@@ReflectionsofLife Thank you!! 🤗

[@fs5368]

Her message gave me hope. Nature teaches us oneness with all living beings. We need serenity to go into deep thought. Your videos always inspire inner peace and reflection. Thank you all for your beautiful videos.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Your words touch us. We are glad that our videos are so valuable to you, we hope we can share many more with you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Pauline-bg6ud]

As each of us unravel our understanding of this time of transition where we choose to uphold the past assists us to move forward. There is no one journey or size that fits all, so the importance lies in making space for each person’s journey, leaning into it all with love. As ever, it is a joy to have this video and all others brought into our worlds,thank you.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome. And thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, glad her message meant much to you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@kristinepakule7204]

I continue believing that places attract the right people - so does this land she can call her home now❤What a treasurable soul! I'll definitely give it to my students for discussion and raising awareness about the things that really matter in life🙏🍀

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your lovely and encouraging words, and for planning to share Phoebe's message. Sending much love and kindness to you, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@anthonydavies6021]

"We value immediate gratification over the survival of life on the planet that sustains all of us". Such wisdom from Phoebe. Sustainable existence in harmony with the natural world is the only hope for a meaningful human future, in my opinion. Unfortunately the voices that clamour for us to consume, and the noise of the chainsaws, drown out this message. Thanks for these few minutes of beautiful reflection.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing these thoughts with us, glad her message meant much to you and had invited you to reflect. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jolenemurray4929]

What a beautiful soul❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind words. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@parry3231]

Thanks Phoebe for your help in understanding the importance of not being changed by the desecration of our forests and the environment. You are absolutely right about the ability to live with peace, love, joy and gratitude with harmony and respectfulness. Staying positive and nurturing ❤ Mindfulness and realizing that it is never too late to be doing things that are beneficial for our joyful journey with healing and creating a sanctuary for ourselves and others with love and care. ❤ Generosity of spirit and heart is extremely important for our survival and our own personal choices of what is needed. ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for watching. Glad we could share her thoughts with you and that you found her message helpful and encouraging. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@philipoconnor2236]

Love unconditionally and peace will find you 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@ManuelaChristina1]

She is so right ❤ its time to wake up ✨🤍🌻

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad her words resonated with you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ManuelaChristina1]

I can feel her and every thing she says ✨🤍 she is so right. I shed often tears to about mother earth and nature and wild life 😢 humans have so destructief behavior 😢 its time to wake up. This earth is also a living and breathing beeing ✨🤍

[@lindaedwards7840]

Thank you for sharing , this is such a beautiful film, each word spoken cuts to the heart of all in humanity, I for one believe in looking after our home our world we share it, we must unite for the good of all that is, we each have a responsibility. Blessings to all. 🙏🌹

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad this video spoke to you deeply. Nice that it inspired you. Sending much love and kindness to you, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lindaedwards7840]

Thank you so much x

[@talycaorsi7887]

I can listen to her forever and never get tired. She speaks the truth in such loving ways it breaks my heart. We are called ourselves humans…..but are we?? Just look around us.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So happy that you enjoyed listening to Jackie. Interesting question... lots to ponder on. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@juliepayn7696]

I truly love your videos and the peacefulness it brings to me. The filming is phenomenal. I'm always amazed on the eye the person who is filming is seeing.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind and encouraging message, it really means much to us. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@seanstettner4317]

Well, that definitely made me shed a few tears. I work in climate tech with the hope of doing something to stop the path humanity has been on. That said, in this space, I don't feel many people approach the issues out of love and humility. It's primarily driven by ego and capital. Honestly, that needs to change to make the most measurable impact, but I'm unsure of how. Thought exercises definitely help as in the video.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing these thoughts with us. Glad you felt this video can be a help on this subject. We hope it can inspire others. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@cathymccall9846]

Amen. Let's live more intentional to care as creatures of a magnificent creator with love and care at His core. TY for this reminder.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome, glad her words resonated with you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Cassieroll]

This is my favorite channel on youtube. You are changing the world.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, thanks a lot. Your words mean a lot to us, they encourage us to continue sharing these videos. Sending much love and kindness to you, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@rosemaryametcalf]

Wise words from a very wise woman. This video touched me to my core. If only people would take her words to heart. My hope sorings from the fact that this video was made and shared. Reading the comments there are many people watching and listening who are trying to live more mindfully, more.meaningly. Thank you Reflections of Life for bringing this video to us and spreading these words and thoughts one person at a time.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind and encouraging words, we are glad that Phoebe's message meant so much to you. And we are so thrilled that we can share the different videos with so many people. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@adaisychain5]

She speaks so much truth! So glad to listen to these beautiful people that teach us to care and love deeply! Thank you for sharing these videos!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are so welcome. Glad her message meant much to you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@_jamieogorman_]

Absolutely love these films! Soo beautifully shot, such emotion, such wisdom, thank you! 🙏

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We really appreciate your encouraging message, glad our videos mean much to you. We hope that we can share many more with you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@homaa-]

My day became beautiful, thank you🌿🙏🏻💫

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Oh, that is so wonderful. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@kaustavhalder]

Thanks. Needed this today. What a lovely thought.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so glad her message meant much to you. And thank you very much for supporting our work, it means such a lot to us. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lisadieter-burns]

My mom felt deeply and so do I. I pray for our environment. I do what I can to care for our earth and it's natural inhabitants. Thank you for your eloquent and touching video. We all need to prioritize nature and conservation. ❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so glad that we could share her message with you. Thank you for your contribution to conservation. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@adventurecreations3214]

So beautiful. So beautifully said.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you, wea re glad her message spoke to you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@odettecurtis6818]

Beautiful Phoebe... thank you xxx

[@ReflectionsofLife]

It's a pleasure, thank you for your kind words. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lujandigiovanni4770]

Simplemente maravilloso gracias infinitas q lindo encontrarnos con almas nobles q llenan la vida de amor y luz❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching words. So glad you could 'meet' Phoebe and listen to her message. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@SIERRATREES]

What a superb talk. All of it so true. People need to understand that the earth is like one large living organism, itself, that we have to protect. I could listen to this lady for hours. Thnk you. ( and those dogs are adorable )

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Grateful her message spoke to you deeply, thank you. Happy you liked the dogs too. Sending much love and kindness to you, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@eviechris1]

How I would love to be able to afford to live in Washington State; so much beauty out west; yet so very expensive. You are a very fortunate woman and I am happy for you.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching words, nice that you are happy for her. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@luminous4747]

It feels so good to know that there are people in the World...who feels the same with you..thank you for this Video

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Pleasure, we are so happy that we could share her thoughts and experiences with you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@isabelaguzei8745]

What a wonderfull, wise and compasionate woman❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind words. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@dorothynewell1667]

Watching these videos have given me a place to go and find connection.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

That is so wonderful, that makes us so happy. May the videos inspire you. You are not alone. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@michaelduncan6287]

Beautiful message ❤, from Quilcene WA

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you, we are so glad it spoke to you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@vernasinclair2318]

Thank you!💚👍

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are very welcome. Thank you for taking the time to watch. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Shaiyene]

I also live in constant grief for animals, nature, and suffering, vulnerable beings everywhere. It never leaves me. It never stops mattering. That's what happens when you truly love the natural world, the spirit of nature that lives in all of us. The suffering of the planet is our suffering.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing how you feel. Wishing you strength for every day. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@nirakara111]

“The world was not put here as a playground for humanity”. Every sentence this woman says is profound! Despair feels like the prevailing sentiment for many these days on the state of affairs of our home, but listening to her, it softens… perhaps to despondency? Perhaps we can do what we can and hope together? Thank you! ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing these words we us. We trust that Phoebe's message can encourage us and give us hope to carry on, to do what we can. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@meritabatshoshan9411]

So very beautiful. Thank you for your magical work !!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

It's a pleasure, so glad you are enjoying the videos we share. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ghadaadel7438]

Thank you 🥺

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You’re welcome. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@user-lk3bb7cx1j]

Fantastic, I love this.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Many thanks for telling us! Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@alaaastroid6493]

Her voice has something of a majestic substance... an essence of something grand.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Beautiful and touching words, thank you for sharing. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@dcc-00]

I think this is my favorite channel ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

That means a lot to us. Glad you discovered our channel. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@mariannavacratsa3451]

Beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️ thankyou

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Our pleasure. Thank you for watching. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@premmoodaley4393]

Brilliant..thank u for this❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome, glad you liked it. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lilianasousa5401]

We need more people that feel deeply. It's our sensitivity, it's the wound that hurts because our soul is so present feeling it all. But whilst it hurts it also as the potencial to heal and save our great Mother. Love is the way 🤍🪻 thank you for the beautiful human beings that offer me this window of love, hope, faith. It's time to Love feroucscly, bravel. It is a time for a Revolution, one of Love.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Deep and encouraging words, much to think about. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@aasisters7910]

I felt so deeply too ❤ love this video so much !!! Thank you so much for sharing 😊

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are so welcome. Glad you liked this video. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@anned6913]

Another wonderful glimps of the beauty available to our lives. Thank you so much. ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Our pleasure! Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚