Discover a deeper relationship with yourself and the Earth through nature-based contemplative practices that cultivate wonder for this beautiful, diverse world. This experiential course explores how nature connection practices can support wellbeing and flourishing. Develop a more meaningful relationship with the Stanford campus by visiting different locations, including the O'Donahue Family Stanford Educational Farm, the Cactus Garden, the Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden, the Cantor Arts gardens, Windhover, and Frenchman's Park. Drawing on perspectives from Transformative Learning, Indigenous Knowledge, and Contemplative Science, course activities will include place-based mindfulness exercises, walking meditation, Council sharing, journaling, and creative expression.
Wild Wonder: Deep Nature Connection Practices for Cultivating Wellbeing
Details:
- Catalog Number
- WELLNESS 128-01
- Class Number
- 23292
- Course Cost
- $2744.00
- Population
- High School, Undergraduate, Graduate
- Units
- 2
- Interest Area
- Social Sciences and Humanities
- Course Format & Length
- In-Person
- Instructors
- Katia Sol
- Schedule
- July 13 and 27, from 10am-6pm
- Course Notes
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Class will take place at the O'Donohue Family Stanford Educational Farm on two Saturdays, July 13 and 27, from 10am-6pm.