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Unlock the Power of Ecoart Journaling for STEAM Learning! Discover how engaging in ecoart journaling enhances your STEAM education by blending art with environmental science. This innovative approach promotes interdisciplinary integration, helping students grasp the impact of human activity on the environment while fostering creative problem-solving skills. Dive into ecoart journaling and see how it can transform your STEAM experience!

This somatic yoga practice aims to cultivate mindfulness, body awareness, and emotional resilience, empowering individuals to recognize and respond to gaslighting dynamics in their relationships with greater clarity and self-trust. Regular practice can strengthen these skills, fostering healthier relationship dynamics based on mutual respect and authenticity. By engaging in these practices, practitioners not only gain clarity on their own reactions to gaslighting but also refine their ability to empathetically support participants in their healing journeys. This holistic approach fosters a therapeutic environment grounded in personal introspection, creativity, and compassionate facilitation. ??Applied Ecopsychology in Action??EveryBody??EveryDay??

??Discover Pristine Truth and Natureness—a profound perspective that reconnects us with our essential existence and nature's innate wisdom. It emphasizes our deep interdependence with the natural world, contrasting with modern society's focus on profit over sustainability. It's about rediscovering our bond with nature and understanding our fundamental needs—to breathe deeply, live fully, and sync harmoniously with our environment.?? ??Applied Ecopsychology in Action. EveryBody. EveryDay.?? #NatureConnect365 #AppliedEcopsychology #PristineTruth #WebstringAttractions #EcoArts #SustainableLiving #NaturalAttractionEcology #EnvironmentalHealing #PersonalWellbeing #PlanetaryHealth #CommunityConnection #OrganicApplicationsEcopsychology #SelfCare #Natureness

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In 1865, General Gordon Granger gave the following decree in Galveston, Texas. “The people of Texas are informed that in accordance with a Proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free. This involves an absolute equality of rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves, and the connection heretofore existing between them becomes that between employer and free laborer.?“ General Order #3, June 19, 1865 The announcement came at the end of a brutal civil war, two years after President Abraham Lincoln had signed the Emancipation Proclamation.?African American men, women, and children?finally knew for certain that they were free from enslavement. This vibrant quilt by self-taught artist Renee Allen celebrates the jubilation of that moment as newly free men and women cheer and embrace in excitement. June 19th, the day of the announcement, became known as Juneteenth, a celebration that would spread from Texas to other states and beyond. In 1979, Al Edwards, a Representative from Houston, introduced a bill to declare Juneteenth a Texas state holiday, campaigning for a day when "white, brown, and blacks can celebrate freedom together." When the legislature passed the bill into law in 1980, Texas became the first to mark emancipation as an official state holiday. Renee Allen's?Juneteenth?quilt was part of a nationally traveling exhibition?And Still We Rise: Race, Culture and Visual Conversations, organized by the Women of Color Quilters Network in partnership with Cincinnati Museum Center and National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Image: "Juneteenth Art Quilt," by Renee Allen, depicting Union General Gordon Granger reading the decree enforcing emancipation at Galveston. (Courtesy of?Bullock Texas State History Museum)

??To Be in Stillness Beneath the Garden?? Step into the mesmerizing realm of "Falling Garden," a visionary installation by Swiss artists Gerda Steiner and Jorg Lenzlinger, unveiled inside San Sta? church along the Grand Canal for the 50th Venice Biennale. This historic site, originally a mausoleum for a Venetian doge, now hosts a breathtaking convergence of art and nature that transcends both time and geography. To fully appreciate "Falling Garden," viewers recline amidst the church's ancient architecture, upon the gravestone-like floor, where they are enveloped by an array of suspended botanical wonders. Here, baobab seeds from Australia intermingle with beech, elder, and magnolia branches from Switzerland, silk buds from Sweden, celery roots from Canada, seaweed from South Korea, and even plastic berries from India. This global bouquet of flora transforms the sacred space into a multisensory tapestry, blurring the boundaries between continents and cultures. Steiner and Lenzlinger's creation is not just an installation but a profound exploration of interconnectedness—between nature's bounty and human creativity, and across vast geographical distances. As visitors lie in repose, they become part of a collective dream where "the garden thinks for them," inviting contemplation and immersion in a botanical fantasy that spans the globe. "Falling Garden" at San Sta? church is a testament to art's ability to transcend physical and conceptual boundaries, offering a sanctuary where viewers can lose themselves in the beauty of a world imagined and realized through the delicate interplay of art and botany. Enjoy more images of the installation here: https://lnkd.in/ezkVf4Tj Photo by: Gerda Steiner and Jorg Lenzlinger

??Celebrating New York Pollinators Week with The Great Sunflower Project?? As we celebrate Pollinators Week, here in New York, I am reminded how crucial it is to recognize the invaluable role that pollinators play in our ecosystems. From bees to butterflies, these tiny creatures contribute significantly to our food production and the health of our environment. This week, let's delve into how we can support and protect our pollinator friends, with a special focus on the initiatives by The Great Sunflower Project. ??Identifying where Pollinators Need Help One of the most pressing tasks in pollinator conservation is identifying areas where these vital insects need our help the most. Through citizen science initiatives, individuals like you and me can contribute valuable data that helps pinpoint where pollinators are thriving and where they're struggling. ??Get Involved Today Here's how you can join in and make a difference: ??Join the Lemon Queen Sunflower Program: Plant Lemon Queen sunflowers and participate in identifying the effects of pesticides on pollinators. This program helps collect data crucial for understanding pesticide impacts on bee populations. ??Pollinator Friendly Plants and Places Program: Contribute to identifying critical plants that support pollinators and discover which regions are most conducive to their survival. Share your pollinator counts from your garden or local green spaces to contribute to this important research. ??Take the Great Pollinator Habitat Challenge: Learn how to assess and enhance habitats for pollinators in your own community. This hands-on challenge empowers you to make meaningful changes that benefit local pollinator populations. ??Join the Movement As pollinators take flight in 2024, your participation is more critical than ever. Register today here: https://lnkd.in/eWYKWvQp to start contributing your observations. Basic instructions, video guides, and downloadable data sheets are available to help you get started on your journey to becoming a citizen scientist for pollinators. ??Concerned About Pesticides? If you're concerned about neonicotinoid pesticides and their impact on pollinators, The Great Sunflower Project provides resources to help you make informed decisions. They offer a list of products containing neonicotinoids commonly found in garden shops, ensuring you can make environmentally responsible choices for your garden. ??Get Started Today To express gratitude to its members, The Great Sunflower Project is offering a special gift this year: Bee Identification Cards! These cards are designed to help you identify different bee species, empowering you to recognize and appreciate these crucial pollinators in your own gardens. Together, we can create a world where pollinators thrive and our ecosystems flourish!

?? Natureness Appraisal ?? Struggling to assess the level of nature integration in your practice? Whether you're evaluating an existing nature-based program or considering a shift towards nature-focused practices, finding the right guide is crucial. I have recently discovered an invaluable resource equipped with standardized tools to enhance the quality of nature-based approaches. Written by Patti Ensel Bailie, Rachel A. Larimore, and Arianna E. Pikus "Evaluating Natureness: Measuring the Quality of Nature-Based Classrooms in Pre-K through 3rd Grade." is a groundbreaking resource tailored for early education professionals, researchers, and policymakers who want to ensure excellence in nature-based learning environments. Link to material here: https://lnkd.in/e9z3dHwZ The Nature-Based Education Rating Scales (NABERS) for Pre-K and K–3 provide a comprehensive framework to assess the quality of education settings. This toolkit is a go-to for gathering essential information and elevating program quality which can be adapted to reflect your facilitation milieu. Here’s what it covers: Program goals and curriculum practices Staffing standards Environmental considerations Community partnerships Family engagement Establishing a robust means to evaluate program nature integration is not just pivotal for validating the field—it's crucial for enhancing the human experience at its core. By systematically assessing how nature is integrated into programs, we not only ensure educational excellence but also amplify the broader benefits to human development and well-being. Thank you for joining us in pioneering this essential endeavor towards a future where nature-based modalities enrich lives profoundly. Please feel very encouraged to share a trusted resource of your own ?? #NatureIntegration #HumanExperience #Natureness #NatureBasedEducation #EarlyChildhoodEducation #OutdoorLearning #EducationInNature #ExpressiveEcoArt #AppliedEcoPsychology ??