The Mind Body Ecology Institute

  “When we love the earth, we are able to love ourselves more fully.” - bell hooks

We at the Mind Body Ecology Institute work at the intersection of equity, well-being, and sustainability.  

Our mission is to help create a more regenerative, equitable, and ecologically harmonious world.

We aim to shift the narrative from "fear" to "flourishing."

Cultivating a culture of belonging while inspiring people to think more deeply about the environmental, mental health, and global issues we face while reconciling our relationship with each other and nature is the focus of our work.

Our approach draws contemplative science, the humanities, and global Indigenous and Buddhist wisdom together with nature-centered meditation, storytelling, dance, ceremony, and creative arts practices to inspire reverence for the preciousness of life in all its rich diversity and catalyze wise environmental stewardship.  

The goal for program participants includes:

• Develop and enhance lasting self + community + nature connection through nature-based contemplative practices
• Bolster resilience around climate anxiety, grief, fear, anger, despair, shame and guilt
• Foster a culture of belonging and inclusion, and build lasting relationships
• Catalyze environmental stewardship and compassionate community leadership

We hope that people who attend our programs develop a deep understanding of our interdependence along with impactful ways each person can foster the flourishing of Earth and all living beings..

We take a multidimensional approach that combines community building, meditation, embodiment practice, storytelling, and deep listening to reawaken our connection with nature, all underpinned by dialogues on self, worldviews, interdependence, equity, and sustainability.

Sustainability discourse is predominantly centered on structural or “outer” transformations in public policy and law, green technology and business, innovative agriculture, and shifts in our behaviors. Wise engagement in these areas is necessary. 

However, these discussions overlook the necessity of changing ourselves to address environmental and social inequities.

Our programs uniquely approach well-being through a nature-centered, “inner” transformational model that addresses physical, mental, and social well-being as interconnected facets of human existence and planetary health.

Inner transformation requires challenging our worldviews, mindsets, and values, and liberating our minds, bodies, and relationships from unhealthy and inequitable influences.

We provide an avenue for participants to expand their worldviews, mindsets, and values, bringing about profound inner transformation that can lead to a compassionate, responsible, and wise approach towards equity and sustainability.

The Mind Body Ecology Institute strives to help individuals understand their role in the dynamic web of life, fostering equity and collective flourishing.

We are kindly asking for your help in supporting our mission.