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Cave & The Contemplator

By Matthew Zylstra @eyes4earth · On April 22, 2015

We are delighted to announce the release of the iBook – Cave & The Contemplator.
Today’s launch also celebrates the 45th anniversary of Earth Day and the 9-year anniversary of eyes4earth.  Cave & The Contemplator is derived from Matthew Zylstra’s PhD dissertation (published April 2014).

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BOOK DESCRIPTION:

An evocative journey into nature connectedness.

Adventures into wilderness are as unpredictable as they are profound. This poetic story follows ‘The Contemplator’ on a sojourn into wilder nature. It traces his process of facing anxieties, deep questioning and opening up to the tantalizing wonders revealed through insightful exchanges between nature and soul. The Contemplator’s meaningful experiences invite conversation and reflection on their implications for personal growth and collective learning.

This exploration of direct nature experience serves as an accessible reference for facilitators, practitioners and anyone interested in nature connectedness, deep ecology, ecopsychology, phenomenology, wilderness adventure, sustainability education, outdoor learning and regenerative leadership. Read excerpt on iBooks »

Proceeds from the sale of this publication go toward supporting the development of the Baviaanskloof Nature Awareness Group. So please consider a purchase even if you are unsure you will read it…  :)

Requirements:
To view this book, you must have an iOS device with iBooks 1.3.1 or later or iOS 4.3.3 or later, or a Mac with iBooks 1.0 or later and OS X 10.9 or later.  A pdf version of this iBook will be available soon. Please mail info@earthcollective.net if you would like to be notified of its release.
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Matthew Zylstra

Matthew Zylstra, PhD is an ecologist, lecturer and facilitator focusing on human~nature connectedness. His transdisciplinary research has entwined ecology, environmental psychology, and education in support of deep learning and wellbeing. He is a keen naturalist, especially in coastal and marine ecosystems.  Matthew’s PhD dissertation on meaningful nature experience, nature connectedness and its role in transformative education is freely available for download here »

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“One touch of nature makes the whole world kin.”
	- William Shakespeare 

This quote by Shakespeare speaks to the interconnectedness of all living beings through their shared natural essence. It suggests that a felt experience of ‘nature’ can transcend perceived cultural, social, and species boundaries. Nature, in its raw beauty and presence has, when given a particular kind of attention, the power to evoke universal emotions and stir a sense of commonality among beings. It offers a potent reminder of the fundamental bond that connects all living creatures. Irrespective of our individual backgrounds, ideologies or beliefs, we are all part of the greater tapestry of nature with our pulsing sensing animal bodies.

(So, go on, Mariah, touch it. I never would’ve thought your music would serve a purpose for me!)

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Fellow Frisian descendant and percussionist @jamesvanminnen and I will be yarning about nature connectedness and what’s new in the decade since I completed my deep doctoral dive into the topic. We expect we might cover some tenuous terrain and beat around the bush. 

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Thursday 14th March 19h00-20h30 at The Harmony Centre at Kwendalo, Plettenberg Bay
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