Leading from Being Episode 34: Landscapes of Being-External Territories and Internal Geographies
Sep 28, 2025
Explore the fascinating origins of the term 'landscape,' revealing its deep connection to both land and sea. The dialogue dives into internal landscapes of the heart and how they shape our relationships. Critiques of Western disconnection from nature highlight the impact on our inner and outer worlds. Stories of healing on Michigan's post-extraction lands illustrate nature's restorative power. Discover how shifting awareness outward can deepen connections, leading to a richer sense of belonging across landscapes.
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Landscape As A Principle Of Consciousness
- Landscape functions as a principle of consciousness linking land, sea, and culture across human history.
- Complementary forces (shore/sea, wild/domesticated) shaped how humans migrated and created meaning.
External And Internal Landscapes Interact
- External physical geographies and internal landscapes are in constant fluid exchange and shape who we become.
- Awareness of our participation in those landscapes creates meaning and drives life-positive choices.
Work With The Landscape You're Crossing
- Get to know the landscape you are crossing rather than fighting it and work with its forces of change.
- Move with larger forces and learn from them to find new territories where thriving can emerge.