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Sacred Space Research Paper

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What is a sacred space? To me a sacred space is somewhere I can get in touch with nature and be able to experience the circle of life firsthand or the synergistic role I have with the earth, its plants and animals. A sacred place is where I can be myself without the fear of worrying about what others think or say about me, but at the same time being able to respect the space of others. Another important feature of a sacred space is to help me feel free and to make me feel in touch with not just myself, but my surroundings as well. A sacred space is unique in everyone’s life, and my sacred space is my farm in Mexico.
I was born in Los Angeles in 1990 after my mother had migrated from Mexico to the United States. I spent my early years back in my …show more content…

I do not know what it is, but the pure and clean air available is something that makes me feel more alive and appreciate the simplicity of inhaling pure air. This is one of the reasons I am able to get in touch with nature more than in any other place I have been to. There is a special feeling of being able to inhale clean air given by nature void of industrial impurities. I feel a sense of gratitude to the landscape surrounding the area, especially the trees and foliage that are responsible for providing the oxygen I need to function at my best. I also understand that the carbon dioxide I exhale serves as a nutrient for the plants to stimulate the sacred process of photosynthesis. It is natural reciprocal altruism, I give my air, and the plants give me theirs. We literally inspire each other, and it is a beautiful synergistic feeling. Unfortunately, clean air nowadays is taken for granted, but I can definitely inhale and notice the difference between city air and country air. A sacred space should create trust, and knowing that I can freely trust the air I inspire, brings comfort to me and makes me feel healthier and more

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