How can we talk to Nature and not just about it?
Eco-somatics as a sensual framework recognises the body as the vessel for interspecies connections. The framework therefore takes us beyond words, drawing conceptual inspiration from vibrant matter and eco-feminism. We attune our senses to the intricate language of nature, recognizing our interconnectedness with all living beings. Through somatic connection, we listen to the whispers of the wind, the melodies of birdsong, and the dance of sunlight on leaves as well as the agency of toxic waste material.. This deep dialogue fosters responsibility and inspires actions aligned with eco-feminist values. In the realm of eco-somatics, we honor the Earth’s wisdom, transcending language to create harmony through the pulse of life itself.
I find expression within this ongoing research in performative dance installations in combination with landart and my open research workshop Talking With Stones.