The Greek goddess of safety and preservation. Soteria is an ancient word for “salvation” that communicates the notion of deliverance, restoration, and healing. It is a guiding force on our journey to self-actualization that aims to help us reach psychological salvation, integration, and happiness.

A Sanskrit word meaning “world” that speaks to the fundamental belief in birth, death, and rebirth and the cyclicality of all life, matter, and existence. Buddhists believe that through karma and eventual enlightenment, they can escape the cycle of samsara to achieve nirvana and an end to all suffering.

Living in the second-largest tropical rainforest left on earth, gorillas rely on this unique habitat for their survival, while playing an important role in keeping the ecosystem healthy. Encapsulating the spirit of the forest, the fate of these gentle giants is inextricably linked to the place they call home.

The Hindu goddess, Kali, embodies the philosophy that creation cannot exist without destruction. In her dance between all that is dark and light within humanity, she exposes the contradictory nature of human beings. The red hibiscus belongs to Kali and is often presented to her as a ceremonial offering.

Many traditions believe in animal totems that act as intermediaries between humans and nature. These spiritual counterparts stay with you for life, both in the physical and spiritual world. In Cameroon, folk stories tell of powerful totems shared between gorillas and people.