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Marcus Bridgewater
CEO & Founder of Choice Forward & Influencer Known as Garden Marcus; Well-Being Expert
Marcus Bridgewater is the internationally published author of “How to Grow: Nurture Your Garden, Nurture Yourself” and “Seasons of Growth: A Journal for Well-Being Inspired by Trees." He is also the CEO and founder of Choice Forward and the personality behind Garden Marcus on social media.
With over one million followers across social media, he has been compared to Bob Ross and Mister Rogers for his soothing videos that relate botany to humanity. A gardener “who shares tips about caring for one’s plants and oneself” (New York Times) and “is not only a trove of information if you’re looking to flex your green thumb, but a balm for the pandemic-induced chaos happening in the world” (Vogue), his soothing observations on plants and life have made him a social media star. In caring for thousands of plants, Marcus has gained invaluable wisdom. Life inside us yearns to grow; like plants, humans maximize their potential when presented with the right conditions. Through care and attention, he reminds us, we can successfully cultivate growth.
Known for his unique nature-inspired approach to personal development, Marcus has led programs for organizations such as the Omega Institute, San Diego State University, and Cisco Meraki. He has been featured in press & media, including The New York Times, Vogue, Los Angeles Times, Dwell Magazine, Architectural Digest, The Houston Chronicle, Houstonia, and The Drew Barrymore Show."
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What Plants Teach Us About Personal Growth
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- Mental Health
- Mindfulness
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- Spirituality
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