We've all felt it: the excitement of heading out into nature, followed almost immediately by "wow, that's a lot of bugs" energy. Turns out, that's not just you being an urban dweller — it's a genuine evolutionary paradox, and this week's guest has spent his whole career living inside it. Craig Foster is the filmmaker and naturalist behind My Octopus Teacher, and in this episode he tackles a question Tami poses about her own experience: why can she melt into a deep, connected feeling about nature from the safety of meditation, but feel completely terrified and separate the moment she's actually standing in a wilderness with wolves, cougars, or sharks nearby? Craig's answer reframes the whole thing. He explains that we're each carrying millions of years of "wild" memory, hardwired into who we are, while our conscious, modern selves have only had a few generations to adjust to industrial life. The fix isn't a heroic leap into the deep wild — it's small, steady reconnection. n't a heroic leap into the deep wild — it's small, steady reconnection. Taken from the full Insights at the Edge conversation with Craig Foster. Find the complete interview in this feed or at https://www.soundstrue.com/a/resources/podcast/craig-foster-belonging-to-the-wild/ A few takeaways from Craig's answer: ·We're designed for wildness — our discomfort with it is a mismatch, not a flaw ·Reconnection starts small: get to know the trees, insects, and animals right around your house ·Comfort with the wild builds faster than you'd expect — sometimes in a matter of months ·Even one backyard animal can teach you something profound about yourself and the natural world If this got you thinking about your own relationship with the wild, you'll want to hear the whole conversation — Craig and Tami go even deeper into what it means to live an amphibious life, split between our tame and wild selves. Get your first month FREE at https://bit.ly/4ctecMn This episode is sponsored by Omega Institute, a global gathering hub for lifelong learning and spiritual exploration. Omega offers weekend workshops, special events, rest and rejuvenation retreats, professional training, online learning, and more. Discover what calls to you at eomega.org/true Subscribe to Sounds True's YouTube Channel ► https://bit.ly/SubscribeSTYT Sounds True is a mission-driven learning and media company, and a recognized leader in wellbeing, personal growth, and spiritual transformation. Partnering with the world’s foremost wisdom teachers and best-selling authors, the company reaches millions worldwide with its unique programs, digital learning experiences, and worldwide events. The company also features a variety of original series, weekly shows, and live online experiences on Sounds True One, its global platform and community with members across more than 125 countries. Sounds True is a Public Benefit Corporation and also the home of the Sounds True Foundation. Connect with us: ▪️Facebook: http://bit.ly/2XFIIeE ▪️Instagram: http://bit.ly/2UlEoiH ▪️Website: http://bit.ly/2tOl02d