Blog #6

Deep ecology is exactly what the name suggests. It deals with the ramifications of the science of ecology at the global and arguably universal level. It is not merely concerned with facts, or even merely concerned with human environmental issues. It takes a philosophical approach, and is concerned with every facet of life as we know it (and as we don't). To see yourself as seperate from nature or the universe itself is to divide a whole, and its this very divisory nature that leads to most of the worlds problems, be they political or environmental in nature. To help people feel a part of the whole, you must help people relate to nature, which can be difficult depending on their personal life experiences. Showing vast examples of mutualism in nature, connecting people back to the source of their food, and looking at history from an ecologically concious viewpoint are all valuable ways to connect people to the world around them. Understanding that diversity and individuality do not imply a separation between people, but that instead should strengthen our bond with eachother and the environment.