The relationship between Humans and plants is critical but unrecognized has become a paradox due to the inability of humans to recognize the fundamental nature of this relationship. This has given rise to the neuroses of power addiction. As Carl Jung once stated : “those who know nothing about nature are of course neurotic, because they are not adapted to reality.” The consequence of ignoring this reality for fossil led growth has created an impending global disaster. If we can recognize the reality of nature we can resolve this paradox, respond creatively and make the future more benign for ourselves.