- Webinars
May 6, 2023 – Deep Ecology is a philosophy of nature which describes the psychological or spiritual disease that allows modern humans to attack the biological fabric out of which our own lives too are woven. This disease stems from anthropocentrism, or human-centeredness, and the ensuing illusion of separation from nature. The term was coined by Norwegian philosophy professor Arne Næss who claimed that “ecological ideas are not enough – we need ecological identity, ecological self.” He proposed that “community therapies” were needed to heal our relations with the non-human world. John Seed has been working with Joanna Macy and others for over 25 years designing and facilitating offerings to support this healing.
In this webinar we explore deep ecology and introduce some experiential processes that can support us in breaking through this illusion of separation and allow us to deepen our felt connection to touch the living Earth and nourish our ecological identity.
About the WTR Network Webinar Program
The Work That Reconnects Network offers a wide range of rich, educational and supportive opportunities for our global community to inform, inspire and keep us connected and resilient within a global community of seekers and activists. Offerings include Spiral events led by WTR facilitators, and a wide variety of sessions with guest teachers from complementary fields. See upcoming offerings and access a treasure trove of past webinars and resources here.