Nature Foundations Eco-appreciation Therapy
First Cycle Learning Group (Fall-Winter 2022-2023)
Nature is inherent in our lives, our connection to the world is existential. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition and awareness of the therapeutic qualities that exist in nature and in connection with it. The program 'Nature Therapy in the Eco-Appreciation Approach' is based on personal and group experiential learning in nature and in combination with a theoretical basis. It is designed to give participants the opportunity to deepen their cultivation of a beneficial connection to the world in a real way as part of their life path. The activity takes place in nature within the framework of a learning group guided by nature therapy and the eco-appreciation approach, recognizing the qualities inherent in the group for learning, growth, and meaningful personal experience. During the activity, we will study in depth and experience the eco-appreciation perspective (EAP) model for beneficial transformations in human-nature relationships, which I developed and which grew out of the nature therapy approach.
In the program meetings:
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We will delve into personal and group exploration of the beneficial connection to nature together with a nature study group.
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We will delve deeper into the experience and meaning of an authentic experience in the Eco-appreaciation approach.
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We will learn key concepts from the content worlds of Eco-psychology, nature therapy, ancient cultures, place ecology, ecosystems, nature-society-based resilience, and contemporary research.
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In each session we will learn and practice something new in the weaving experience : entering into circle time, play and playfulness, creation-movement-sound, the wisdom of ceremony, developmental transitions, inspiration from nature, being-doing attention, body-mind attention, photo-echo, meeting points, synchronicity and transformation in the weaving.
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In each meeting and throughout the activity, we will integrate the knowledge learned into the daily, personal, professional, organizational, and community spaces of each member of the group.
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All sessions are delivered using the EcoHokra and Nature Therapy approach and will incorporate phototherapy activities.
Date: The program takes place on Friday mornings (8:00-11:30) once every two weeks, a total of 63 academic hours. Starting from 11/11/22 to 2/17/23
The activity: is based on process learning, and includes an in-depth workshop in the desert combined with a field trip with Tal Fenner and an in-depth workshop with Michal Liebreich , in the edible forest 'Yaara Makhom L'Tzumach' in Kidron.
Location: The activity takes place in nature, in forest areas in the center of the country and in the desert (and adjustments may be made depending on the weather).
Participation: Joining the activity and registering is conditional on a suitability interview prior to registration.
Opening of the program: conditional on registration of 7 to 14 participants.
Cost : Early registration 2,280 NIS until 10/10, regular registration thereafter 2,480 NIS.
*Registration fee: 360 is part of the payment for the activity, and after a matching call (will not be refunded in the event of cancellation of registration).
*Arriving on the recommendation of a registered friend will also give a 5% discount to each participant.
The program is suitable for: For those who are walking life paths of personal and professional development. For those who are involved in the worlds of education, guidance, counseling, treatment, planning, entrepreneurship, social work, human resources, community, and more. For those who have a desire to learn and consciously cultivate the best connection to nature, to deepen and get to know the healing and beneficial qualities that exist in nature and integrate them into life and who are ready for developmental group work. It is not suitable for those dealing with an acute mental crisis.
For more details and registration
mali.nevo@gmail.com Mali 0544616133
