What promotes human connection to nature? What promotes disconnection? Is there a danger to growing a disconnect from nature?

This is a photo I took while watching the sun rise in Playa Del Carman 

Since humans developed and evolved in nature, I believe we are all born with an inherent connection to nature. Despite this, people often become distracted by electronics and other material objects and grow apart from their connection with nature. One way to promote human connection to nature is educating children. Examples include children's books that contain messages about appreciating nature, outdoor education in school and parents encouraging their children to play outside. Another way to promote the connection between humans and nature is to surround oneself with nature. Visiting forests, provincial parks and national parks is a great way to enjoy and establish a connection with nature.

Becoming disconnected from nature can be a serious problem. Currently, one of the primary reasons humans have become disconnected from nature relates to technology. With the constant development of new technologies and video games children often use their free time playing inside rather than playing outside and interacting with nature. Adults are also spending less time outside because of the development of technology. Many adults drive to work, work inside and spend free time inside watching TV or using a computer. Another reason humans are becoming disconnected from nature relates to the increased infrastructure and built up land. Increasingly nature is being covered by buildings, making it more difficult for humans in cities to spend time outside.

There is serious danger if humans become fully disconnected from nature. If humans do not appreciate nature for the resources and pleasures it give us, humans will no longer care to protect and preserve this beautiful Earth. It is important that humans are reminded of the beauty and resources that the Earth provides for us. Humans must protect and preserve the Earth.