A review by musingsbymichelle
The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer

informative inspiring reflective fast-paced

4.5

I listened to this on audio and it was like a long meditation because Robin Wall Kimmerer's voice is so soothing. I liked the messaging on reciprocity-- taking only what is needed or in exchange, giving away or sharing surplus, and consuming with gratitude. It's not lost on me that I read some of this as I walked to my local farmer's market. This book gave me nuggets to chew on when it comes to the consumption of goods especially the part about how things have value outside of their monetary value. For example with books-- buying a book that you want is one thing, but receiving a book from someone you care about has that attached to it-- their love for the book, the thought they put into getting it for you, and how it will always be tied to them now. This is a super short yet powerful read. I read it in one morning.