Tree Communication: The Science and Spirit of How Trees Talk

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Have you ever felt drawn to a specific tree—and wondered why? You might already be receiving messages without realizing it.

In this episode of Growing Joy, I sat down with intuitive nature expert and green witch Rachael Cohen of Our Infinite Nature to explore one of the most fascinating and overlooked topics in the natural world: tree communication. From the underground mycelial networks to intuitive connections and bioelectrical signals, this conversation will change the way you see the trees around you.

In this episode, we learn:

[03:03] Launching the Intuitive Moon Community
[04:23] Upcoming Reiki mentorship program
[05:36] How do nature and trees support mental health?
[07:51] Why we feel more “rooted” around trees than houseplants
[09:47] Can trees actually touch us back? The TikTok tree trend
[11:27] The science of tree communication: phytochemicals and warning signals
[13:21] How trees share resources underground via the mycelial network
[14:52] Wind River Chimes
[16:39] AI, bioelectricity & PlantWave technology
[19:44] How can we deepen our connection with trees?
[22:52] How different people experience tree messages (clairvoyant, clairsentient, claircognizant)
[26:22] Different ways to build a connection with a tree
[31:32] Looking up tree symbolism after following intuition
[33:51] How nature speaks before you even know what it means
[36:15] Rachael’s breathwork experience and grounding through a tree
[37:50] Where did the term “tree hugger” come from?
[39:16] A simple challenge for you
[42:36] Where can you find Rachael’s socials and her upcoming offers?

Mentioned in our conversation:

Join Rachael’s Intuitive Moon Community
Amazing Tree Touching Experience - Join the Challenge! | TikTok
Book: The Overstory by Richard Powers
Book: Self-Care for Eco-Anxiety by Rachael Cohen
Book: Everyday Plant Magic by Rachael Cohen
PlantWave
Project gives 200-year-old Dublin tree 'a voice'
Growing Joy Episode 277: What Are Flower Essences and How Can They Help Me? with Katie Hess of Lotuswei
Growing Joy Episode 294: I Found 22 Ducklings on My Roof: A Nature-Curious Story of Trust and Transformation

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Have you ever felt drawn to a specific tree—and wondered why? You might already be receiving messages without realizing it.

In this episode, we learn:

[03:03] Launching the Intuitive Moon Community
[04:23] Upcoming Reiki mentorship program
[05:36] How do nature and trees support mental health?
[07:51] Why we feel more “rooted” around trees than houseplants
[09:47] Can trees actually touch us back? The TikTok tree trend
[11:27] The science of tree communication: phytochemicals and warning signals
[13:21] How trees share resources underground via the mycelial network
[14:52] Wind River Chimes
[16:39] AI, bioelectricity & PlantWave technology
[19:44] How can we deepen our connection with trees?
[22:52] How different people experience tree messages (clairvoyant, clairsentient, claircognizant)
[26:22] Different ways to build a connection with a tree
[31:32] Looking up tree symbolism after following intuition
[33:51] How nature speaks before you even know what it means
[36:15] Rachael’s breathwork experience and grounding through a tree
[37:50] Where did the term “tree hugger” come from?
[39:16] A simple challenge for you
[42:36] Where can you find Rachael’s socials and her upcoming offers?