From Counterculture to Mainstream: The Enduring Legacy of the Hippie Movement

Central to the hippie ethos was a deep connection to nature and a concern for environmental issues. Many hippies embraced a back-to-the-land movement, establishing communes in rural areas where they could live in harmony with the earth. They practiced organic farming, experimented with sustainable living, and sought to minimize their impact on the planet. This emphasis on ecological awareness was a significant departure from the prevailing industrial mindset of the time, and it laid the groundwork for many of the environmental movements that followed.