Books can be like landscapes – some lead us outward into forests, deserts and rivers, while others lead us inward, into memories, archetypes and new perspectives. In this curated selection, Olivia shares inspiring books on nature connection, the perception of landscape, embodied practice and depth psychology – from David Abram and Robin Wall Kimmerer to C. G. Jung and A. Habiba Kreszmeier.

Olivia shares how she weaves Jungian dream work into her retreats across nature settings, creating space for reflection, symbolism, and deeper listening.

See the Retropia repurposed disposable film camera lens in action on a relaxed day out by a lake outside Berlin.

Rethinking Aristotle’s idea of happiness: why nature allows us simply to be, and why happiness does not arise through self-optimisation.

What if love isn’t a feeling, but rather a practice of connection—with ourselves, others, and the living world? Inspired by Erich Fromm and biophilia, this article explores how nature teaches us the art of connection.

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Avatar 3: Fire and Ash takes us deeper into the wild honesty of nature. Fire burns away the old, and ash becomes the fertile in-between space for what is new. The film reflects archetypal processes of loss, pain, and renewal, reminding us that true growth is not always gentle, but can often be transformative, intense, and painful.

In “The Water Poem” by Ram Dass, water, sound, and inner processes merge into a subtle invitation to transformation. This article shows how you can work with the element of water to support emotional balance, mindfulness, and personal growth.

A tried and tested packing list with everything you need for wild camping and bivouacking is worth gold. We have it for you!

In the ARTE documentary series "Unhappy", Ronja von Rönne sets out in search of answers. In the episode The Joy of Nature, she talks with philosophers, psychologists – and with me. I get to take her into the forest, to the place where happiness isn’t created but truly felt.

30 Days on the Atlantic: Women & the Wind follows three women on a 50-year-old wooden catamaran as they face the wind, the waves, and themselves. The documentary captures the power of nature, the stillness between storms, and the profound experience of presence, letting go, and inner connection.

A day in the mountains starts with the right preparation. This proven packing list helps you hike mindfully and safely – from backpack & mountain shoes to weather-appropriate clothing, nourishing food, and essential extras. Practical tips on navigation, weather checks, and safety complete the list, ensuring your day in the mountains becomes truly unforgettable.

Join our transformative 8-day nature therapy retreat in the desert and by the sea in Egypt. Connect with your body, mind, and soul.

The forest with its lively, demanding voice is a metaphor for your own life. Venture into it through the song “Forest”.

East Forest integrates profound wisdom from Ram Dass into his musical works and encourages reflection through symbiotic sounds.

In "I can´t think of the word", Tucholsky describes the profound meaning of subtle observations and the difficulty of expressing them.

7 artists we love, whose expressions, interpretations and creativity are touching and appeal to certain feelings.

Discover how you can find peace and a safe space within yourself in the midst of hectic city life and get inspired by my collages.

Explore your connection to nature and its transformative power in the song "Wa Ana Maa Nafsy Aed" by Cairokee.

An article, published in the magazine "Naturheilkunde" about how outdoor retreats activate self-healing powers.