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A personal welcome
Hello, I'm Terry, the person behind Animal Instincts.
I've always been fascinated by the natural world — and by the remarkable things we can learn from it about being human.
Animal Instincts began with a simple idea: perhaps nature can teach us practical ways to work well, rest well, lead well and live well.
My hope is that these insights will help people pause, think differently and discover small changes that can make a real difference to everyday life.
From avoiding burnout to being a great leader.
So please have a look around my website. Read an article, explore the resources, or try one of our free self-assessments. I'd love to have you join me on the journey of discovering what God's creation can teach us about flourishing.
Terry Nightingale
Observe
Discover the remarkable wisdom in the natural world and see familiar animals in a completely new way
Our Philosophy
Learn
See how timeless lessons from nature can be applied to your work, wellbeing, relationships, and life.
Flourish
Be equipped with practical tools and guided resources to help you live with purpose, resilience, balance, and joy.
Read our Latest Articles
Deepen your connection to nature's wisdom with our curated collection of guided journals and free resources designed to help you implement animal-inspired habits into your daily life.
Will these Guided Journals help you?
Awesome Journals
Turn nature's wisdom into lasting change. Our Awesome Guided Journals combine fascinating animal insights with practical reflection and guided exercises to help you build healthier habits, stronger resilience, and a more purposeful life—one day at a time.
Animal Instincts Library
Explore our growing collection of free downloadable guides, worksheets, and practical resources designed to help you discover nature's wisdom and apply it to everyday life. New resources are added regularly, so be sure to check back often.
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