Why Deep Ecology?
Our ecological crisis demands courage. Too many projects offer shallow fixes that merely shift damages and deepen injustices, ultimately undermining the wellbeing of all living beings. In contrast, Deep Ecology upholds the equal right of every being to live and blossom, emphasizing nature’s intrinsic value—a call originally made by Arne Næss.
At this retreat, we take it a step further and invite you to reimagine Deep Ecology: to integrate ourselves fully into the planet’s ecosystems and nurture reciprocal, regenerative relationships. Together, we will explore the root causes of the crisis and discover what holds us back from taking action that addresses those very roots, thanks to transformative and embodied learning experiences. In collaboration with more-than-humans, we will listen to the wisdom of plants, animals, fungi, and lakes as we journey through diverse landscapes within, around, between ourselves, and across time.
What will you do during the Retreat?
During the retreat, you’ll join a vibrant group of around 40 participants from diverse backgrounds. We invite you on an inspiring learning journey with dynamic morning workshops, relaxed early afternoons, and engaging evening offerings by both organizers and participants. Our activities will unfold in the ancient rooms of the castle and the powerful nature in the gardens, nearby forests and lakes.
Following a spiraling path refined by One Resilient Earth, you’ll have opportunities to explore, connect, feel, dream, repair, and create anew. You’ll gain fresh insights through group activities, creative experiments, and shared reflections. Enjoy invigorating yoga sessions, guided meditations, breath work, or share your art and lead group activities. Moments of collective silence and self-led meditation will offer space for quiet reflection, while facilitators provide one-on-one mentoring or coaching.
What will you get from the Retreat?
As this is an emergent, collective journey, your experience is co-created by you and the whole group. We’ll support you in reconnecting deeply with yourself, others, and nature; rethinking your actions to embrace bolder, transformative paths; engaging in inspiring, co-creative processes; and becoming part of a supportive community that nurtures and regenerates itself.
You’ll also learn methods to:
- Practice Deep Listening and storytelling to forge new connections
- Enhance emotional fluency and regulate your mind through somatic practices
- Develop Futures Literacy to align your vision with your present actions
- Engage in repair and regeneration with humility
- Boost your creativity for current and future projects
