Here in the Northern Hemisphere, the Summer Solstice came and went over a month ago. When the days grow shorter and the sunlight fades, many people find their mood shifting in subtle or severe ways. This annual pattern of low energy, irritability, sleep disturbance, and sadness is known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). A type of depression that typically occurs […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a common yet often debilitating mental health condition marked by excessive, persistent worry and tension. Unlike situational anxiety, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) does not necessarily require a specific trigger; individuals with this disorder may find themselves consumed by worry about finances, health, relationships, or even minor everyday concerns. While cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and medication […]
Nature and Attention: How Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy Supports ADHD Management
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of children and adults worldwide. Characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, ADHD can make it difficult for individuals to focus, stay organized, and regulate emotions. While medication and behavioral therapy are commonly used treatments, many individuals seek natural, holistic approaches to managing symptoms. Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy (MBE) is an emerging therapeutic […]
Nature as Supernatural Aid
Last week we discussed Supernatural Aid. This week we’ll talk about Nature as Supernatural Aid. While there are many forms of Supernatural Aid an ecospiritual seeker could rely on, nature is one of the more convenient ones, since most of us have the opportunity to experience nature in some form. I grew up on a 400-acre farm in the 1960s […]
Supernatural Aid
Supernatural Aid is a necessity when answering the Call to Adventure. Let’s resume our story with Brother Coyote and his Call to Adventure… As he arrived at his den, Brother Coyote thought about what Brother Eagle and Sister Cougar had said. He thought about how it had been getting colder with each passing day. He remembered their words that the […]
Refusal of the Call
The Refusal of the Call happens when the pain of changing is greater than the pain of staying the same. The People went in search of Coyote to ask him to go on a quest to find a new place for the People. Chief Buffalo sent Brother Eagle and Sister Cougar to find him. They came upon Coyote playing in […]
NEW COURSE! Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy in Clinical Practice
Includes a pdf copy of the textbook, Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy in Clinical Practice Target Audience: Mental Health Professionals Online Home Study Continuing Education Hours: 40 (forty) Course Description This Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy in Clinical Practice Course is one of three courses required for certification as a Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapist, as well as a stand-alone course for those interested in integrating the skills of […]
The Monomyth
The Monomyth was the creation of Joseph Campbell, who was an American mythologist best known for his works and lectures in comparative mythology and comparative religion. His personal philosophy is often summarized in the phrase, “Follow your bliss.” One of his areas of study was the archetypal nature of world mythologies. He noted that myths from around the world followed […]
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CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE THIS BUNDLE AT A SAVINGS OF OVER 20%! GET AN ADDITIONAL $50 OFF DURING THE MONTH OF JUNE! Regular price: $299.99 For June, 2024 this bundle will be $249.99! What is the Ecospirituality Group Program? This Ecospirituality Group Facilitator Certification Program teaches you to be an Ecospirituality Program facilitator. The Ecospirituality Group Program is a 12-week […]
Call of the Coyote
The Call of the Coyote is a path to ecospirituality. Last week we talked about the emerging “dark green religion.” What is ecospirituality, and what does it have to do with a dark green religion? The original meaning of the word “spiritual” comes from the Latin spiritus, which means, “to breathe.” So originally, that which was spiritual was simply that […]
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