This review outlines Miller's argument that the Daoist tradition offers an important perspect... more This review outlines Miller's argument that the Daoist tradition offers an important perspective for ecological thought based on the pervasion of nature in human existence and the porosity of the human body. Somatic practices can build a basis for the aesthetic perception necessary for ecological action. The reviewer suggests that there is a possible convergence between Daoism and the thinking of poiesis that shows the importance of the creative and expressive arts in ecological theory and practice.
This article is based on a description of three geographical locations with which significant eve... more This article is based on a description of three geographical locations with which significant events in the author's life are associated. All these locations are in one way or another connected with economic activity, which has an increasing influence on cultural and natural environments. The author believes that all three examples show that all ecology is now social and cultural ecology. At the same time, the three places indicate a different approach of people to the organization of their environments. People and the environment are more affected when economic benefits are paramount. The situation changes when beauty becomes the ultimate criterion for the organization of the environment and its "ecology."
In his response to the book by Sally Atkins and Melia Snyder, Stephen K. Levine not only notes th... more In his response to the book by Sally Atkins and Melia Snyder, Stephen K. Levine not only notes the high merits of their writing, recognizing it as the best book that he has read on nature-based expressive arts therapy, but shares his personal experience in relation to the environment and nature. He notes the human need to set down roots, and also to go beyond the boundaries of our habitual environments.
Part 1 Philosophical and theoretical perspectives: Poiesis and postmodernism - the search for a f... more Part 1 Philosophical and theoretical perspectives: Poiesis and postmodernism - the search for a foundation in expressive arts therapy, Stephen K. Levine Soul-nourishment or the metabolism of psyche - a broad concept of diet and medicine, Paolo J. Knill Ethics and aesthetics - the necessity of form, Majken Jacoby Artistic inquiry - research in expressive arts therapy, Shaun McNiff. Part 2 Clinical perspectives: Voicework as therapy - the artistic use of singing and vocal sound to heal mind and body, Paul Newham The creative connection - a holistic expressive arts process, Natalie Rogers Living artfully - movement as an integrative process, Daria Halprin Layer upon layer - a therapeutic experience in the art studio, Annette Brederode Music as mother - the mothering function of music through expressive and receptive avenues, Margareta Warja Between imagination and belief poetry as therapeutic intervention, Margo Fuchs Poetry in the oral tradition - serious play with words, Elizabeth Mc...
Introduction, Stephen K. Levine. Chapter 1: The Philosophy of Expressive Arts Therapy: Poiesis as... more Introduction, Stephen K. Levine. Chapter 1: The Philosophy of Expressive Arts Therapy: Poiesis as a Response to the World, Stephen K. Levine. Chapter 2: Foundations for a Theory of Practice, Paolo J. Knill. Part I: Decentering and the Alternative Experience of World: Continuities in the Practice of Change Agents. Part II: Engaging the Arts and Play Makes a Difference. Part III: The Theory of Practice. Chapter 3: The Practice of Expressive Arts Therapy: Training, Therapy and Supervision, Ellen G. Levine. Part I: Training in the Practice of an Aesthetic Therapy. Part II: The Practice of an Aesthetic Therapy. Part III: Supervision of the Practice of an Aesthetic Therapy. Conclusion. About the Authors. References. Index.
Describing her sculpture, Beniston defines the sources of her images as Christian symbolism and J... more Describing her sculpture, Beniston defines the sources of her images as Christian symbolism and Jungian theories. Levine elaborates on the reading of the work, its use of lead and Christian references.
This review outlines Miller's argument that the Daoist tradition offers an important perspect... more This review outlines Miller's argument that the Daoist tradition offers an important perspective for ecological thought based on the pervasion of nature in human existence and the porosity of the human body. Somatic practices can build a basis for the aesthetic perception necessary for ecological action. The reviewer suggests that there is a possible convergence between Daoism and the thinking of poiesis that shows the importance of the creative and expressive arts in ecological theory and practice.
This article is based on a description of three geographical locations with which significant eve... more This article is based on a description of three geographical locations with which significant events in the author's life are associated. All these locations are in one way or another connected with economic activity, which has an increasing influence on cultural and natural environments. The author believes that all three examples show that all ecology is now social and cultural ecology. At the same time, the three places indicate a different approach of people to the organization of their environments. People and the environment are more affected when economic benefits are paramount. The situation changes when beauty becomes the ultimate criterion for the organization of the environment and its "ecology."
In his response to the book by Sally Atkins and Melia Snyder, Stephen K. Levine not only notes th... more In his response to the book by Sally Atkins and Melia Snyder, Stephen K. Levine not only notes the high merits of their writing, recognizing it as the best book that he has read on nature-based expressive arts therapy, but shares his personal experience in relation to the environment and nature. He notes the human need to set down roots, and also to go beyond the boundaries of our habitual environments.
Part 1 Philosophical and theoretical perspectives: Poiesis and postmodernism - the search for a f... more Part 1 Philosophical and theoretical perspectives: Poiesis and postmodernism - the search for a foundation in expressive arts therapy, Stephen K. Levine Soul-nourishment or the metabolism of psyche - a broad concept of diet and medicine, Paolo J. Knill Ethics and aesthetics - the necessity of form, Majken Jacoby Artistic inquiry - research in expressive arts therapy, Shaun McNiff. Part 2 Clinical perspectives: Voicework as therapy - the artistic use of singing and vocal sound to heal mind and body, Paul Newham The creative connection - a holistic expressive arts process, Natalie Rogers Living artfully - movement as an integrative process, Daria Halprin Layer upon layer - a therapeutic experience in the art studio, Annette Brederode Music as mother - the mothering function of music through expressive and receptive avenues, Margareta Warja Between imagination and belief poetry as therapeutic intervention, Margo Fuchs Poetry in the oral tradition - serious play with words, Elizabeth Mc...
Introduction, Stephen K. Levine. Chapter 1: The Philosophy of Expressive Arts Therapy: Poiesis as... more Introduction, Stephen K. Levine. Chapter 1: The Philosophy of Expressive Arts Therapy: Poiesis as a Response to the World, Stephen K. Levine. Chapter 2: Foundations for a Theory of Practice, Paolo J. Knill. Part I: Decentering and the Alternative Experience of World: Continuities in the Practice of Change Agents. Part II: Engaging the Arts and Play Makes a Difference. Part III: The Theory of Practice. Chapter 3: The Practice of Expressive Arts Therapy: Training, Therapy and Supervision, Ellen G. Levine. Part I: Training in the Practice of an Aesthetic Therapy. Part II: The Practice of an Aesthetic Therapy. Part III: Supervision of the Practice of an Aesthetic Therapy. Conclusion. About the Authors. References. Index.
Describing her sculpture, Beniston defines the sources of her images as Christian symbolism and J... more Describing her sculpture, Beniston defines the sources of her images as Christian symbolism and Jungian theories. Levine elaborates on the reading of the work, its use of lead and Christian references.
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