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    Better with Birds: Webinar Replay

    Why birding benefits us & the planet I was recently invited on as a Guest Speaker for BirdLife South ...

    On May 22, 2024 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Ten-Year Anniversary

    Ten years since completing my PhD research is cause for celebration and reflection. ...

    On March 12, 2024 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Amplifying Everyday Connection with NatureFix

    A live recording covering some of the science of nature connectedness and how it underpins our collaborative work on ...

    On February 12, 2024 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Nature Coincidences & Compassion: Webinar Reply

    The reply of the webinar exploring Nature Coincidences, Connection & Compassion. ...

    On August 16, 2023 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Estuarine Experiences

    My talk at Plett OceanFest looked at the Keurbooms estuary through the lens of connection. ...

    On July 7, 2023 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Owls with Orders

    What do we do when traditional beliefs about animal coincidences contribute to their persecution? ...

    On July 27, 2022 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Interview on ‘Dierepraters’

    A trailer from a recent interview I did on KyKNET's 'Dierepraters' series ...

    On September 17, 2021 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Armageddon Dating & Polyamorous Place Relationships

    The urge to experience and love new nature places while we can. ...

    On January 31, 2021 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Keurbooms Lagoon 2021 Calendar – now available

    "For the Love of the Lagoon" - the Keurbooms 2021 Calendar is ready to order! ...

    On November 21, 2020 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Connection, Commitment & Community in COVID-19

    VIDEO: An online Special Session at the Fynbos Forum 2020 ...

    On September 21, 2020 / By Matthew Zylstra
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… some will cast their gaze to the heavens to a …
some
will cast
their gaze
to the heavens 
to an eclipse that may
bring new awakening

so..me
i’ll drop
my gaze
to the depths 
to be eclipsed by the 
everyday beauty awaiting 

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species: bluntnose klipfish
“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!)

Source: adapted from The Socratic Method
An unusual show of flair & bravado compared to mos An unusual show of flair & bravado compared to most octopus I encounter in Keurbooms estuary that are reticent, wary & tucked away . 

#octopus #keurboomsestuary
If you live near the Plettropolis come join us for If you live near the Plettropolis come join us for a  conversation about meaningful nature experiences.

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. 

Details (see link in bio👆🏼):

Thursday 14th March 19h00-20h30 at The Harmony Centre at Kwendalo, Plettenberg Bay
Contribution: suggested R50-R100 (includes tea and refreshments)
RSVP by Wed 13 March: hello@kwendalo.co.za or
044 004 0366

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… Rationalism and the Enlightenment are not points on a continuum of progress but simply two species of wisdom.

— Barry Lopez (2003)
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