Last updated: Tuesday May 4th 2023
NOTE: I revised the video. It was missing the images of the buildings that have been removed.
We have all kinds of different parks for a variety of purposes, yet the one that could be most beneficial to our individual and collective wellness still doesn’t exist.
What’s the essence of this type of wellness park?
Imagine a place in nature that’s accessible, inclusive, and supports the core aspects of holistic wellness—our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual wellbeing.
What‘s the primary purpose of this wellness park?
Fundamentally the purpose would be to help us go from surviving, through healing and transformation, to thriving as our authentic selves. A place where we can develop a deeper connection to our intrinsic nature and humanness.
What are some of the features?
Hopefully this helps get your ideas flowing and that it starts the conversation, which evolves into a movement.
I believe that accessibility, financial sustainability, environmental responsibility, and social unity are paramount! For this reason a “not-for-profit-first” attitude must prevail. How could this be achieved in these times of uber-consumerism, environmental exploitation and exorbitant inflation?
Project viability…
The entire wellness park could operate as a for-profit corporation that exemplifies ”B Corporation” principles.
Various supportive and aligned charities, organizations, companies and local service groups would also be involved.
The illustration highlights some of the attributes that could be incorporated. These will be described in more detail. For now, it’s all just in the realm of imagination.
I’d appreciate your feedback and comments. Please feel free to connect via this form, which directly sends me an email:
The Inspirational Vista (iV)
This trailside picnic locale “iV” has been created for everyone in the community to enjoy freely.
It’s located about 3 minutes walk along the new section of trail that starts at Victoria Rd and follows the Speed River to the Guelph Lake Dam.
While you’re here, I encourage you to consider the concept of a park in the field in front of you. Imagine a place that encourages safe social interaction and helps build a unified community rooted in holistic wellness!
This locale marks the spot where a notable tree once protruded toward the horizon. This magnificent tree was held dear by many people it turns out.
It was cut-down and left in pieces at the edge of the forest to make way for the new trail. Several key pieces where rescued from rot, reimagined with an inspirational purpose, and then crafted into a functional forest art sculpture that can now serve the community as a visionary vista.
This functional forest art installation is now established and any help to continue evolving this locale is appreciated. Local artists are also invited to contribute community/wellness based artistic elements to this locale.
Deepening our connection to nature…
I am now offering the TalureTM workshops to help promote and fund this park venture. Read on to learn more…
Talure™
“Talismanic-Sculpture”
In-person or Online
Live Forest Art
Workshops
Deepen your experience and connection with nature by attending/hosting these unique workshops for individuals and groups.
No previous experience or “artistic talent” required and you’ll create a personal memento that’s meaningful. Great as a gift, as well!
Visit the Workshops page to learn more.
Contact
Send me a message… Toma