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Originally posted by Hopechest
I thought it was all purely instinctual. This would mean that they actually have no connection to the earth and are simply responding, unknowningly, to silent signals being sent out.
Originally posted by Cuervo
Originally posted by Hopechest
I thought it was all purely instinctual. This would mean that they actually have no connection to the earth and are simply responding, unknowningly, to silent signals being sent out.
You say they have no connection but then you describe their connection. What do you think instinct is? It works on a less-than-conscious level as does our Earth.
Connecting to Earth in this way is the goal of many people and many achieve it. For some, it is a lifestyle and for others, it's a major component of our religion.
Originally posted by Ghandi
As a dog trainer I can tell you that dogs are very much aware of their instincts. Many times you will see a dog battle with the willingness to obey their owner and the need to follow instincts. It is not just purely a reaction, it is a conscious decision.
Good post OP
Originally posted by Hopechest
Does a connection with earth have to be realized by the creature, as in they are fully aware of what's going on, for it to be considered a connection?
Well, in examining wild animals and their innate ability to foresense NATURAL disasters before they have even occurred.. not just simple weather patterns either.. displays they're conscious connected with THIS planet's consciousness.