Gaiam

Gaiam (pronounced "kai-yam") is a fusion of the words "Gaia" and "I am." Gaia, Mother Earth, was revered by the Minoan civilization on the island of Crete in ancient Greece 5,000 years ago. This civilization valued education, art, science, recreation, and the environment and believed that the Earth was directly connected to its existence and daily life. The concept of Gaia stems from this ancient philosophy that the Earth is a living entity. The word Gaiam represents planetary consciousness, the preservation and support of the interconnectivity of all living things. By nurturing, protecting, and respecting our planet, including its natural resources and inhabitants, we enrich our own lives and those of future generations.