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Rewilding, rechilding
I’ve long had the kernel of an idea to host a workshop, series of workshops, panel, and/or informal practicum (think summer camp!) about children’s perspectives on the natural world and how adults might engage or expand to include such ways of being and thinking in their relations. This realignment of perception, values, and interaction could have ramifications for community well-being, from neighborhoods to climate change-related issues.
I am interested in connecting with educators, naturalists, and other thinkers/feelers who would like to begin with some brainstorming about the nexus of childhood, wilderness, the rupture of natural/social boundaries, simplicity, and cyclicity.
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Here’s a link to a 2017 educational psychology article about rechilding in psychotherapy–perhaps an interesting place to start a conversation!
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And another article from 1988 called, “Rechilding: Creating a New Past in the Present as a Support for the Future.”
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1177/036215378801800109
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Such a crucial topic, thanks Nicole! I’m reminded of the book Urban Forest School that was published a couple of years ago, have you seen it? Very much an activity book, lots of cool strategies and openings. It was a good resource during the pandemic.
https://www.gmcbooks.com/urban-forest-school/
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