Deep Ecology

This 2-hr workshop is an introduction to the philosophy and practices of Deep Ecology. Deep Ecology is a philosophy of nature that sees that underlying the environmental crisis there is a psychological disease stemming from the illusion of separation between humans and the rest of the natural world.

Drawing from 'The Work that Reconnects' by Joanna Macy and the contributions of John Seed Together we will move through "the Spiral", touching on each of the four stages: Coming from Gratitude, Honoring our Pain for the World, Seeing with New Eyes, and Going Forth. You will also learn about some practices you can do at home bringing Deep Ecology into your own life outside of the session.

About your facilitator:

Felicity Jefferson is a practicing local Clinical Psychologist and the founder of What Can I do? Australia. She is also a passionate climate activist with a deep-felt love of the earth and its beings.

Healthy light snacks and drinks will be provided.

Where: Undercover at Inner West Sustainability Hub -The Bower Bike Repair Shop (towards the back of the site, at the end of the blue pedestrian path, near the garden space). Look for our signage. 

Accessibility: If you have any access or support requirements in order to participate fully please let us know. The site is accessible via paved pathways with a slight slope from street to buildings.

Who: This workshop is provided free to residents of the Inner West local government area. This service is presented by the Green Living Centre, an initiative of Inner West Council. As numbers are limited, the service is only available to residents of Inner West Council area. Search by address at Find Your Local Council - Office of Local Government NSW website to find your local government area, if you're unsure. Proof of residential address will be required.