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<h2>In a Bamboo Forest</h2>
<div><h3>An awe walk</h3></div>
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<h2>Corpse Flower</h2>
<div><h3>A rare beauty with a foul odor</h3></div>
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</div><p id="a380">Thanks for reading. I hope everyone finds awe-filled adventures and second chances to admire nature’s beauty.</p><p id="9b72">Science suggests there are many benefits from writing and sharing experiences of feeling awe. Share your stories:</p><div id="4baa" class="link-block">
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<h2>Awe Practices and Prompts</h2>
<div><h3>Practicing awe with the publication For Awe (updated 11/9/2021)</h3></div>
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