The principle “Observe and Interact” highlights the importance of careful observation and active engagement with our surroundings. It emphasizes the need to understand the natural patterns, processes, and relationships in nature to properly make informative design decisions. Through observation and interaction, we can create healthy systems that are deeply rooted in the unique characteristics of the local ecosystem, leading to more effective and regenerative outcomes.
To learn more about this principle and others, read the “Essence of Permaculture” by David Holmgren.