Metaphor is an indirect communication resource that allows us to communicate with the emotional world of people in a way that does not trigger masked or defensive behaviors.
Linguistically, a metaphor is any kind of story, tale, proverb, saying, idiom... that has the function of conveying knowledge by comparison or through an isomorphism.
From its structure, the metaphor always communicates on two levels: a conscious one...
We are facing a deep social and planetary crisis where nothing is more urgent and relegated than taking care of ourselves. The need is felt by a growing number of people, but it is still considered a luxury that can be postponed. We run to fulfill the mandate to be productive beings, and thus to be part of the...
A large part of research in ecological and conservation studies remains oblivious to the role of the divided self that seeks to fulfill itself in ways that it cannot comprehend fully. But is there a solution possible without looking into the very basis of the self that both creates the problem, and then ventures to discover a solution? This...
How can ecopsychology be used in the world of environmental activism? Here is a proposal made by the Italian Ecotuner Stefania Balzarotti, in support of a local committee for the defense of 240 trees absurdly destined for felling.
There are encounters in nature in which new thoughts are born and where synchronic events confirm the right direction to "act" upon...
USA co-representative Tina Fields and Australia rep Geoff Berry are two of the signatories on the International Scholars Warning on Societal Disruption and Collapse, initiated by Dr. Jem Bendell of the University of Cumbria, U.K.. More than 500 scholars and scientists from over 30 countries have signed their concern in this public letter.
A few were also invited speakers for...
