In my final paper I discuss in great detail the relationship I discover between the course themes of individualism, accountability and accessibility and their relationship to my groups action project. Here I discuss the alarming but fascinating dichotomy my group uncovered by incorporating both the online world and in-person world of participation as a pivotal aspect of our project…. Read more »
The contemplative practices we have explored throughout this class have forced me to be alone with myself and confront certain often uncomfortable topics. With regards to topics of consumption and limits one big question keeps coming back into my mind. How am I impacting the anthropocene now, and how will some of my most pivotal life choices increase my footprint… Read more »
I have been most struck by the idea of denial and its relation to the changing global environment. Of all the poisons in this world, the “group thought” that contributes to denial can baby far the most dangerous. The catalyst for my interest began with one of our first readings, The Upside of Down: Catastrophe, Creativity, and the Renewal of… Read more »