Kenyan eco-activist Trufena Mutoni set a world record by continuously hugging a tree for 72 hours. Her marathon was her second attempt to break the record, which was 48 hours. The purpose of the action was to convey a powerful message about protecting the Earth through a "simple, intimate act." This was reported by the Guinness Book of Records.
"The first attempt was a statement... The second attempt was a kind of obligation," explained 22-year-old Trufena, founder of the "Embrace the Earth" initiative. She emphasized that combating climate change is a "constant responsibility," not a one-time event. Through her own experience, she became convinced that endurance depends not on hardship, but on preparation. For example, before the second attempt, she increased her water intake and approached the preparation calmly, which helped her avoid physical exhaustion.
According to the rules, Trufen received five minutes of rest for each hour of activity, which she could use at her discretion. Through her actions, the activist promotes the philosophy of "gentle activism": "To heal the planet, violence, conflict, or fear are not necessary. You can start with care." She believes that nature conservation should stem from love, and "before planting a million trees, we must nurture a million hearts that are not indifferent."
Trufena used her image - including hair color and clothing - as part of her message. After setting the record in 48 hours, she also walked the distance with her eyes bandaged, paying respects to people with disabilities.
Source: Pravilamag
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