Estonia’s Future Vision: Spacious Clean Living, Cultural Heritage, and Natural Harmony is the third part of a trilogy originally published by Indrek Tamre, a geobiologist, pendulum expert, and one of my spiritual mentors. This essay, which appeared in the collection "In Which Estonia Do I Want to Live? The President's Essay Competition 2007," published by the University of Tartu's Center for Ethics and the journal "Akadeemia," remains true to its original form, focusing on Estonia1. Unlike the first two essays, which were slightly adapted to relate to broader global contexts23, this final essay offers readers a direct connection to Tamre's vision for his homeland. It emphasizes the importance of clean living, spaciousness, natural harmony, and the preservation of Estonia's cultural and linguistic heritage. By maintaining its original focus on Estonia, the essay provides a unique perspective on the nation's future while leaving room for personal adaptation and relevance in other contexts. Tamre’s thoughtful and visionary work calls on Estonians to protect and cherish their natural environment and cultural identity, ensuring a harmonious and prosperous future for generations to come.
Indrek Tamre’s Vision: In Which Estonia Do I Want to Live?
A short answer to the question "In Which Estonia Do I Want to Live?" is: in a wealthy Estonia. A longer answer would be that I want to live in an Estonia rich in wisdom, health, safety, joy, cleanliness, space, and with a rich Estonian language.
Richness in Purity and Clean Nature: Safeguarding Estonia’s Future Vision
Understanding Indrek Tamre's Vision
Richness in purity includes pure thoughts, pure people, clean living spaces, clean villages and cities, and clean nature. However, there are many current and future threats to the preservation of nature. Among the most significant is the threat of nuclear waste. We must not burden our children, grandchildren, and hundreds of future generations with the responsibility and risks associated with storing nuclear waste. No ground is earthquake-proof, and the most unreliable link in nuclear waste storage is humans themselves, with their carelessness, incompetence, and foolishness. It would be wise not to place a bomb under our children's beds and instead use wind and solar energy.
The Concept of Pokulands: A Pathway to Sustainable Tourism
To understand and promote the value of clean nature, a nationwide network of “Pokulands” (Pokumaad) could be created, connected by bicycle paths.
(Indrek Tamre drew inspiration for the idea of Pokulands from Edgar Valter's beloved children's book “Pokubook” {“Pokuraamat” (1994)}, where Valter depicted pokus—turf mounds growing in the southern Estonian bogs—as living, childlike beings, emphasizing the need to respect and live in harmony with nature4.)
The bicycle paths between Pokulands could be entirely separate from motor vehicle roads to ensure safety and clean air. Such a path could be called a "pokuroad." A pokuroad could also run within a single Pokuland. Pokulands could become nature vacation and education centers where year-round "poku camps" could be organized for children, adults, and the elderly.
Pokuism could develop into an important tourism sector where the winners would be Estonia's nature and people. Estonians could live in a clean environment, and tourists would even pay for it. Welcome, birdwatchers and other nature lovers from around the world! A nature tourist is a quality tourist who, with their visit, contributes to the preservation of clean nature. But most importantly, Pokulands would be for our children. If we do not take our children to the beautiful places in Estonia, they may never know how beautiful Estonia is.
Rich in Space: The Coexistence of People and Nature
Freedom and Space Needs in Estonian Cities
All beings - humans, animals, birds, fish, insects, plants - need space to exist. Different species need different amounts of space for normal existence. An oak tree needs more space than a hazel, an eagle needs more space than a sparrow, an Estonian needs more space than an Italian. When an Estonian feels another person's elbow between their ribs, they experience discomfort. When an Italian does not feel another person's elbow between their ribs, they experience loneliness. Suitable space for each species is the key to its survival. If we do not provide the Estonian with suitable living space and environment, they will leave or live in discomfort and melancholy. Estonians also need more privacy than other nations. Privacy is offered by farms that are separate from others, as well as large cities where one can remain anonymous. Suitable living space in a city includes several components:
Size of the area and volume per inhabitant;
Scenic view space/ panoramic view;
Green spaces;
The ability to move naturally and freely without obstacles for all walkers.
The Importance of Green Spaces in Urban Areas
For example, it would be nice if one could walk from Kaarli Church along Kaarli Boulevard to Freedom Square in Tallinn without any road or pillar obstructing the way. The pillars cannot represent freedom if they restrict the freedom to move. A more suitable place for the pillars of the Freedom Bell would be the green area in front of the National Library.
If a rural area can be made valuable by both nature and some buildings, then a city is made valuable by the abundance of green areas. Therefore, city governments should consider every opportunity to create more of them. If the Sakala Center found no use, it would have been wise to create green areas instead and thus increase public green space. In Kuressaare, there was a free area in front of the cultural center, which could have remained green space. Now people sit amid road dust and exhaust fumes - a new restaurant culture. We leave some areas in nature untouched by humans because they are home to valuable species, and we call these areas "valuable habitats." It would be nice if humans, as a species, also received attention and that we started creating valuable living areas for them - valuable living areas, villages, towns, and especially such valuable living areas that would be suitable for Estonians. Not like the poor Tiskre or the Swedish village being built near Lake Ülemiste, whose architectural solution more resembles a neighboring country's village. Invaluable cities, new words could also be introduced. In addition to "avenue," "green area," "green space," café, "green restaurant," "green lane," "green garden," "green street," "green square," "green arbor," or "green room" - places where one could stay in greenery. The word "winter garden" expresses winter, thus cold and snow. However, it would be quite nice to stay in a winter restaurant or winter garden in the summer, where one could touch snow and enjoy snowfall. Instead of the word "öko," (“eco” in Estonian), which is rather hard to pronounce and doesn't sound beautiful, we could use words inspired by organic farming “mahe”: "organic room," "organic café," "organic restaurant," "organic art," "organic healer," "organic treatment," "organic clothing," "organic furniture," "organic home," "organic house," "organic farm," "organic county," "organic city," "organic country," "organic world."
Enhancing Language and The Impact of Urbanization on Tallinn's Cultural Landscape
In the process of enriching the language, we should not forget the diseases from which the language suffers. One of them is a viral infection that consists of certain words constantly intruding between other words. Currently, the biggest virus carriers are the words "actually," "such," and "like." Let's activate an antivirus program and cure the language! Television and radio could greatly assist in healing, primarily through their example.
It is pleasant to dream of valuable cities and organic cities, but the current situation in Estonia's capital is moving in the opposite direction. The time has come to sing "Stop Lasnamäe" instead of "Stop the city center, stop Tallinn," because Tallinn is disappearing and being replaced by Greater Harju Village. It would be interesting to find out how many hours people working in Tallinn and Tallinn residents spend on transportation on a day, month, or year. How long is this time spent in a small wheeled cell or a wheeled communal cell? How much does it cost them both financially and in terms of health damage, as they breathe polluted air?
Urban Development, Freedom and Space Needs in Estonian Cities and Cultural Preservation of the Capital City
What should be done in a situation where many people want to live in Tallinn, and what will become of Tallinn in the future if more people move in? One possibility would be to build a second Tallinn - Tallinn II, to build a twin city for Tallinn, a completely new city. A suitable location for this city could be the Pakri Peninsula and the Pakri Islands. Currently, part of this area is occupied by the town of Paldiski. The name Paldiski probably comes from the foreign word Baltiiski and is not a very suitable city name in Estonia. To find a name for the future new city, a competition should be held, and I would suggest a few variants myself. Since it would be a twin city of Tallinn, the new city could be called, for example, Revaalia, Revallinn, Elulinn, Uus-Tallinn, or Pakri. And, of course, a large international competition should be held for the design of the city itself. The new city could become a university city, a science city, an art city, a cultural city. If no suitable place for a new opera house is found in Tallinn, it could be built in Revaalia. The residence of the President of the Republic of Estonia could also be located there. The Pakri Islands could become organic city oases. Revaalians would also be guaranteed an excellent recreational area in Klooga-Rand.
The Singing Nation and Forest Nation: Carriers of Estonian Identity
Estonia’s National Tree: A Talisman for Prosperity
Wealth could come to Estonia through its talisman, its symbol of luck, which would help it remember who it is and help guests understand whom they are dealing with. We already have one symbol, but it is only an invitation; it does not contain a message of where to come and what to experience. Who are we then, with what symbol could we identify, what symbol could help us?
We are a singing nation, and the song has helped us greatly. It has helped keep the nation alive for millennia, helped keep the nation alive during the occupation years. It has helped us break free from oppression without violence. This is an extraordinary spiritual achievement in world history. Being too close in time to this event, we cannot objectively assess the greatness of this achievement. Future generations will surely understand its beauty much better. Finally, the Estonian shouted and shouted the empire apart. Estonians would have definitely deserved the Nobel Peace Prize for this. But it is not so important that others recognize us; let's do it ourselves and be proud of our achievements. Our song culture could be expressed in our talisman, our symbol in the form of Vanemuine, Gustav Ernesaks, the Song Arch, etc.
The Estonian is not only a singing nation but also a forest nation. The forest has been a second home for the Estonian, and sacred places have been sacred groves, where before cutting down a tree, permission was already sought from the tree because it had been asked in advance. The fight to preserve the vitality of trees continues to this day. Take, for example, a deciduous tree—what message could it carry:
If it happens to break or is broken, it sprouts new shoots from the stump and a new tree grows—perseverance, vitality, ingenuity;
It is a living breathing being, holding firmly to its homeland—love for the motherland;
If breaking should repeat, growth also repeats—perseverance, vitality, ingenuity;
In difficult conditions, it sheds its leaves and waits for spring—good adaptability;
It uses both heat and light for its life-making—solar energy usage;
It produces oxygen—clean air;
If the tree is healthy and beautiful, it is a sign that the environment has been healthy and there has been enough space—healthy nature.
The tree would be a symbol that reminds us of where we have come from, what is important to us, and what we strive for. The tree as Estonia's talisman, as Estonia's symbol, would be a clear message to our guests as well. What do we offer them—our clean nature. What do we expect from them—that they respect our clean nature. Pokulands would prove that this message has substance. The tree, which would be the talisman of Estonia, should be Estonia's national tree.
Conclusion: A Call to Protect Estonia’s Natural and Cultural Heritage
Indrek Tamre's essay Estonia’s Future Vision: Spacious Clean Living, Cultural Heritage, and Natural Harmony offers a deep and thoughtful vision for the future of Estonia. It emphasizes the need to preserve the nation's natural environment, cultural identity, and spacious living conditions. By maintaining these core elements, Tamre envisions a future where Estonia is not only materially wealthy but also rich in wisdom, health, and cultural heritage. His work is a call to action for all Estonians to protect and cherish their land, language, and traditions, ensuring a prosperous and harmonious future for generations to come.
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References:
Vabariigi Presidendi Mõttekoda, Ajakiri Akadeemia, Tartu Ülikooli Eetikakeskus. "Millises Eestis Ma Tahan Elada? Vabariigi Presidendi Esseevõistlus 2007" (Tartu: Eesti Keele Sihtasutus, 2007), ISBN 978-9985-79-204-9. ↩
Indrek Tamre, adapted by Dorit Kozlovski,"Envisioning an Ideal Society: A Blueprint for Holistic Education and Wellness." https://www.higherconsciousnessenergy.com/post/envisioning-an-ideal-society-a-blueprint-for-holistic-education-and-wellness. ↩
Indrek Tamre, adapted by Dorit Kozlovski,"Cultivating Joy, Safety, and Rich Language: A Blueprint for Spiritual Awakening and Societal Liberation." https://www.higherconsciousnessenergy.com/post/cultivating-joy-safety-and-rich-language-a-blueprint-for-spiritual-awakening-societal-liberation. ↩
Edgar Valter, Pokuraamat (Tallinn: Eesti Keele Sihtasutus, 1994), ISBN 978-9985-79-139-4. ↩
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