The Nebra Sky Disc
Susan Bachelder is drawn into the eternal beauty of the cosmos through contemplation of its oldest surviving representation
‘There are certain things we all share, like the profound beauty of the heavens above us’
Social Ecology: An Alternative Perspective
Professor Jim Morley argues that we need to rediscover ourselves as naturally affiliative, cooperative and empathetic
‘We are most ourselves when we are bonding and socialising and intimate not just with ourselves but also with nature.’
Listening to the World
Eminent biochemist Professor Pauline Rudd talks about communication, participation and cooperation in nature
‘Our genes are very ancient; we share them with all other creatures. Also we are all made by the same spirit. So we have these two hugely important planks of our lives in common with the whole creation.’
K. Ramesh: Haiku Poet And Ecological Activist in South India
Robert Hirschfield presents the work of a dedicated lover of nature
‘A haiku poet cannot be a witness alone. He must be a spokesperson as well.’
Unlocking the Heritage of Tibet
Dylan Esler talks about the ancient contemplative tradition of Dzogchen Buddhism – the ‘effortless path’ – and the 84000 Project, which is preserving the precious heritage of Tibetan Buddhism
‘Once we learn to dissolve that sense of having to react to whatever occurs, then we open up to a more spacious perspective, and that is the perspective of non-duality.’
The Vision of Esalen
Michael Murphy, co-founder of the Esalen Institute in California, reflects on the contribution of an institution that has revolutionised our understanding of spirituality
‘We’re all, whether we know it or not, together involved in a cosmic jailbreak, breaking out of our golden chains.’