Co-Creating with Nature

“Co-Creating with Nature is a call to deepen our relationship with the natural world by moving beyond traditional notions of stewardship. Instead of merely caring for Nature, Montgomery advocates for a profound collaboration—a co-creative partnership with the living ecosystems around us. Filled with personal anecdotes, Indigenous wisdom, and scientific insights, it highlights that Nature is not passive but active, communicative, and willing to engage with us—if only we open ourselves to listening. The practices she outlines, including contemplation, sensory awareness, and sacred play, are designed to heal the separation we have created. This movement from separation to nonduality sets this book apart from other books on ecological consciousness. By collaborating with Nature, we can heal ourselves—a message that feels timely and necessary in our age of separation and crisis.” * Nisha J. Manek, M.D., FACP, author of Bridging Science and Spirit * “Pam shows what it means to entertain relationships with other living species. Her story can inspire people who are seeking to do the same.” * Jeremy Narby, anthropologist and author of The Cosmic Serpent * “A truly remarkable book in every way, indeed, an incredible gift for the world. There is so much wisdom and hope encoded in these pages. There is also scientific research and information to satisfy the most questioning of minds along with beautiful imagery, poems, and quotes to ignite one’s imagination. For those searching for a deeper meaning to life and a pathway forward, Pam provides practical guidance and tools. Amidst these chaotic times, it renewed my faith that we are capable of healing our wounds and the wounds of the Earth with the help and guidance of Nature and her healing plants. This beautifully written and utterly important work shows us the way and guides us on the journey.” * Rosemary Gladstar, renowned herbalist and author of Rosemary Gladstar’s Medicinal Herbs and He * “The root of herbal medicine has always been having a deep connection to the natural world and the plants themselves, but in this modern world it can feel increasingly difficult to do that. Co-Creating with Nature is a manual to guide us back to remembering that we are a part of Nature as much as Nature is a part of us. This premise shapes our perceptions, morals, pathways to healing, and, ultimately, our practice of herbal medicine.” * Sajah Popham, author of Evolutionary Herbalism * “Co-Creating with Nature teaches us how to create a partnership with the plant world, which is so willing to share healing with us if we would just remember our primal connection with plants to guide us in aligning with our true essence. Pam is such a bright light for all of us to tap into. She has an abundance of knowledge, wisdom, passion, and love for working with the plant world in a way that shows us our truth. This book is a true treasure for the times we are living in.” * Sandra Ingerman, M.A., shamanic teacher, author of The Book of Ceremony and Soul Retrieval, and coau * “Pam’s deeply lived wisdom and exemplary guidance in showing us how to enter into an evolutionary and co-creative partnership with Mother Gaia and all her multidimensional and multisentient family fills my heart with love, gratitude, and joy. Remembering our interbeing with all life in a living and essentially loving universe is surely both the greatest wonder and adventure of our lives and the greatest hope for a New Earth to come.” * Jude Currivan, Ph.D., cosmologist, cofounder of WholeWorld-View, and author of The Cosmic Hologram * “A true steward of the plant path, Pam leads us into the wilderness of our own being, opening our senses to two-way communication with the Great Mother. This book is a living bridge, connecting the scientific dots that underlie nature mysticism with such skill that the lines between them dissolve entirely.” * Nick Polizzi, documentary filmmaker, founder of Sacred Science, and author of The Sacred Science * “Herbalist and Earth Elder Pam Montgomery brings her passionate commitment and deep sense of purpose to shine a light on the far-reaching effects of the primal wound our separation from Nature has caused. She presents a path forward for us to heal ourselves, each other, and our world by learning to listen to and learn from plants, including some of my favorites like white pine and wild rose; to reconnect with ourselves as part of Nature; and to co-create a future that honors and supports all forms of life on our beautiful planet, which she lovingly calls Lady Gaia.” * Robin Rose Bennett, herbalist and author of The Gift of Healing Herbs and The Young Green Witch&rsqu * “Pam’s book is prayerful and insightful, filled with a joy, reverence, and depth that come from her years of communicating with the spirits of plants and guiding many students and clients. How Pam weaves an understanding of interbeing throughout this book is truly uplifting and a map needed in these times.” * Deb Soule, herbalist and author of The Healing Garden and Healing Herbs for Women * “Pam takes the lead in sharing cutting-edge information regarding our next steps as fully human partners in our living world. This book lays out a detailed, well thought out journey through the realms of creation many have lost sight of but so desperately wish to reclaim. This helpful and hope-filled book is brimming with insightful connecting narratives and practical activities for walking ourselves into healthy and balanced living with the world around us.” * Tammi Sweet, cofounder of The Heartstone Center for Earth Essentials and author of The Wholistic Hea * “If you are looking for a book to help you remember who you are and how to reconnect with Nature, then this is it! This inspiring and optimistic book eloquently describes how we can come into right relationship with all beings and leave a thriving planet for future generations. Well-informed, thoroughly researched, and packed with heartfelt anecdotes, Pam shares precious teachings from the plants and beautifully describes how plant initiations are a powerful way to build a lifelong loving and co-creative partnership with plants, trees, and the whole of Nature. A masterpiece for our time.” * Carole Guyett, medical herbalist, shamanic practitioner, ceremonialist, and author of Sacred Plant I * “Co-Creating with Nature is not only a profound read but also an accessible and enjoyable one. Pam explores elements within the matrix of Nature (Pachamama) and offers ways to reconnect with her so that we can actively participate in co-creation with other living beings and Nature. These plants have the power to remove our outdated evolutionary and genetic matrix, initiating a quantum and dynamic process capable of triggering epigenetic and regenerative changes at the cellular level. This process aims to help the human species rebuild a natural paradise in harmony with Nature. Everyone should read this book and rediscover their connection with Pachamama.” * Rocio Alarcon, Ph.D., healer, ethnobotanist, and founder of IAMOE Center * “In this important book, Pam offers a plant-infused healing balm for these uncertain times. With inspirational personal stories and student experiences, she expertly guides us into her deep love of plants and way of being with the more-than-human. Reading this felt like witnessing the gentle light on the horizon just before dawn, a glimmer of hope for our unknown collective future.” * Rachel Corby, author of Rewilding & the Art of Plant Whispering * “This book is a powerful reminder of our innate connection to the earth and the importance of a co-creative partnership with Nature. It gently guides us toward living in harmony with the natural world and offers profound insights for those seeking to deepen their relationship with the planet.” * Iris Verbaas, founder of Nabalo and author of Elemental Whispers * “Pam’s heart is clearly aligned with the soul of the earth. This book is the plant kingdom speaking through her, offering a clear pathway back to right relationship with the self and therefore with Nature. A truly enlightening read.” * Emma Fitchett (Farrell), M.Sc., founder of the School of Natural Esoterics and author of Journeys wi * “Pam asks us to reconsider our relationship with Nature at a time when it is deeply needed. Her invitation to listen, breathe, and learn from our nonhuman relatives opens a new space for addressing urgent environmental challenges and human loneliness. It is a space filled with wisdom, compassion, and even joy.” * Stella Tarnay, cofounder Capital Nature and Biophilic DC *