Comments on: How To Put A Baby Elephant To Sleep

By: Marilyn

Marilyn — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:18:31 +0000

I have had the pleasure of 2 separate weeks at ENP with Lek and the elephants. My last visit was in November 09 when Faa Mai was a little older than the article, but let me tell you she still likes to be serenaded with lullabies when ready for sleep.
As for the other elephants at the park I am sure that they remember that you have visited and helped them previously. It had been 2 years since my previous visit but they just seemed to be so accepting and really wanted to be close to you

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By: Anita

Anita — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:08:58 +0000

Have you talked to Carol Buckley of The Elephant Sanctuary? She has some interesting stories about elephant communication.

I had a captive elephant respond to me. I spoke to her when she had her back to me and she turned around and looked straight at me. It was an awesome experience and deeply profound.

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By: Sandra Goodwin

Sandra Goodwin — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:23:06 +0000

I loved the article, hopefully thought provoking for those who need a nudge.
I know your zone quite well having spent my life in the company of animals, wild and tame. Lek is right about elephants reading thoughts, they read energy and thoughts create it. The energy at ENP is so wonderfully joyous and I look forward to returning.
Thank you for the inspiring read. .

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By: Cathryn

Cathryn — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 11:09:46 +0000

Very interesting article. It is important to spread the message on the traditional training method so that tourists understand what the majority of trekking elephants have been put through and to also inform people of the amazing work that Lek (and the other members of staff at the park do).

I spent a month at the park a couple of years ago and it is amazing. I would encourage everyone to pay a visit it is an unforgetable experience.

Also if anyone is considering having an elephant experience whilst on holiday please consider the elephants welfare and chose a place like elephant nature park where this is paramount.

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By: Urbancritter

Urbancritter — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 05:50:22 +0000

I’ve been to the Elephant Nature Park near Chiang Mai just for a day, and it changed my life – Lek is an incredibly inspiring woman and the elephants are truly magical creatures. Thanks for this article, it brought back wonderful memories and I wish Lek and her organization(s) all the best!

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By: Macrina

Macrina — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 19:36:00 +0000

Great article Azriel. I really enjoy hearing you describe your, often extraordinary, experiences to us lay-folk. Can’t wait to read more of your articles as they are published.
Best wishes,
Macrina

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By: Gordon Fellman

Gordon Fellman — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 06:58:23 +0000

Amazing illustration of what could happen between humans and other animals once we abandon our assumption of superiority and categorical differences. Indigenous peoples usually do not lord it over nature. We can learn from them how to renounce that superiority and control of nature assumptions most of us were taught.

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By: Lauren Moolenaar

Lauren Moolenaar — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:06:10 +0000

I’ve been to Elephant Nature Park several times now as well as helping out with the new project in Surin. How right you are that there is an understanding with these majestic animals that gives goosebumps upon later reflection.
When you are up close and personal with Faa Mai there is a trust that’s truly beautiful from both baby and Mum.
I’d recommend a trip to either ENP in Chiang Mai or to help out in the Surin provence to anyone looking for a true connection with nature.

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By: Jane Stanley

Jane Stanley — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:02:03 +0000

Love this article, and am hungry for more! The idea that understanding the connection between people and other life-forms can provide insight into human-to-human connections is intriguing. We are suffering from disconnections all over this Earth, and could use some help in healing.

I have visited ENP several times and have been thoroughly charmed by Lek and her huge family. A stay at the Park is an experience not to be missed on any trip to Asia.

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By: Lauren

Lauren — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 21:32:51 +0000

What a touching piece! I am a true believer in sustainable tourism and it makes me so happy to know that tourism dollars are helping to rehabilitate elephants. I look forward to a similar piece about orangutans

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