Eco-body-story
Ecosomatic journey towards earthly belonging and transdisciplinary education
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21875854 |
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| Authors | Ester Eriksson (0000-0001-6116-5157, University of Derby, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 11 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 153-174 |
| Publication date | 2024-06-01 |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Dance Movement & Spiritualities (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2051-7068 • E-ISSN: 2051-7076 |
| Publisher | Intellect (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1386/dmas_00061_1 |
| OpenAlex | W4413271933 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 17 |
This autoethnographic article explores the intricate relationship between ecosomatic experiences and academic pathways, illustrating how embodied and place-based spirituality informs research inquiries and personal development. Using the concept of ‘meta-ecologies’ – the interwoven ecological and cultural conditions that shape individuals – I reflect on how my experiences across varied environments have influenced my scholarly journey. Introducing the term ‘eco-body-story’, I highlight the role of the researcher’s subjectivity and emphasize how the relationship to place and body shapes a sense of belonging, personal well-being and research practice. The research is grounded in over a decade of autobiographical reflections, analysed through a symbiotic autoethnographic methodology and hermeneutic phenomenology. By outlining my own eco-body-story, I demonstrate the inseparability of practice and research, proposing that recognizing more-than-human influences can enrich both personal and academic growth. Ultimately, I suggest that an ecosomatic approach can bridge rational and spiritual ways of knowing, enriching research and foster a more inclusive academic environment by embracing diverse perspectives shaped by diverse contexts
Aesthetics · Art · Geography · Sociology · Environmental Education and Sustainability · Outdoor and Experiential Education · Posthumanist Ethics and Activism
| Highly cited | No |
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