Testimony of Healing August 25, 2003 Issue

From stress to freedom—and health—in a work environment

Lynne Elrick

For me, the word environment brings to mind pristine prairies, forests, mountains, lakes, and oceans. Natural areas have been places where I've found invigorating joy, inspiration, and spiritual growth. I'm in awe at the intricate and yet simple ways that plants and animals live in harmony.

While many of us don't get to experience a wilderness environment every day, most of us engage with some kind of work environment daily, even if it's at home. We interact with other human beings at work, and I'm learning that it's possible in these situations to gain joy and grow spiritually.

I'm pursuing a Masters degree in conservation biology at the University of Illinois. Last spring I took a course in restoration ecology. We studied techniques for restoring prairies, wetlands, forests, and rivers. Ninety percent of the grade for this course was a group project. We had to develop a restoration management plan for an actual client in the community.

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