Man's abuse of the natural world threatens to destroy the basis of life for a great many species, including himself. Anthropocentrism has broken the bridge linking man with the Universe. It is the false notion that the world was created solely for man's benefit. Thinking people realize how baseless this must be, but it is an attitude tacitly assumed throughout our society. Pantheism is a means of realizing our oneness with Nature, putting ultimate faith not in our own intelligence, but in the processes which created this intelligence.
Pantheism bridges the gap between man and nature.
Pantheists derive their fundamental religious experiences through their personal relationship with the Universe, seeking to improve their relationship with the natural world as their fundamental religious responsibility. Pantheism is a life style, not a system of belief. It is a system of reverent behavior toward the Earth rather than subscription to any particular creed or belief. We must learn to behave in a way that does not destroy our life-support system, we must recognize the valid right of all living things to exist. One of the best ways to solve personal problems is to work on problems outside yourself.