Jay's Chicago
My Praying Mantis Teacher
Clip: Season 2022 Episode 1 | 6m 10sVideo has Closed Captions
Jay's very close encounter with a gigantic insect.
Jay has a very close encounter with a praying mantis. In some cultures the praying mantis is seen as a spiritual messenger. The two hours Jay spent with this gigantic insect may or may not have been a spiritual experience, but it was profound in ways he won't soon forget. This remarkable creature reminded him to slow down and spend time quietly observing the wonders around him.
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Jay's Chicago
My Praying Mantis Teacher
Clip: Season 2022 Episode 1 | 6m 10sVideo has Closed Captions
Jay has a very close encounter with a praying mantis. In some cultures the praying mantis is seen as a spiritual messenger. The two hours Jay spent with this gigantic insect may or may not have been a spiritual experience, but it was profound in ways he won't soon forget. This remarkable creature reminded him to slow down and spend time quietly observing the wonders around him.
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