The ever-evolving nature of language

In our fast-paced world, moments of peace and quiet can feel few and far-between. However, there is a unique word I've recently seen floating around that encapsulates the peacefulness we experience while listening to the gentle chirping of birds:

The Essence of Seatherny

Seatherny is more than just a word. I have felt it today.

It represents a connection to nature and a welcome (even if momentary) pause in the chaos of daily life. The ethereal sounds of birds can instantly transport us to a place of calm, allowing our minds to be unburdened and at least somewhat rejuvenated. That's certainly what my head needed today!

Walking in the local woods and marshes with my husband and son, we heard all manner of beautiful twittering around us. We spotted a glimpse of a speedy oystercatcher and heard the sweet tones of a sedge warbler. I don't profess to be the next Bill Oddie style birder. I admit, the latter was identified using a handy app. Hooray for modern tech but, ironically, it's normally exactly that overload of tech which creates the chaos we need birdsong to help us escape from!

In a world filled with noise and distractions, seatherny serves as a gentle reminder to slow down and appreciate the simple beauty of nature. By embracing a little slice of serenity once in a while, we welcome peace into our everyday lives. Goodness knows my brain needs that at the moment. So, next time you hear the sweet chirping of birds, take a moment to pause and let the seatherny envelop you.

I dare you to pop to your local green space and grab your own piece of seatherny this week, while the sun shines. Let me know what you hear. 🐦... 🦅 ?

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