How To "Live Deliberately:" The Wonder of Transcendentalism
To Benefit The Nature Conservancy
Quotation from Walden: or, Life in the Woods, at the site of the original cabin, Walden Pond, MA
What is Transcendentalism?
Originally a movement that revolutionized 19th-century American thought, Transcendentalism called for self-reliance, non-conformity, reverence for the natural world, and conscious, meaningful living that focuses on what matters most.
The Transcendentalists recognized the native genius and the tremendous power of each individual, and believed that anything is possible when we find the courage to resist social pressures, trust our authentic selves, simplify our lives, and explore our own potential.
In "How to Live Deliberately," Dr. Jennifer Carol Cook, an expert on American Transcendentalism, will share her fun, inspiring, modern take on Transcendentalist philosophy, and demonstrate how you can use these principles to lead a more authentic, empowered, and fulfilling life.
If your life has become too predictable, bland, or habitual; if you struggle with self-confidence or feel social pressure; if you fear change or taking meaningful risks; or if you are frustrated in your work or feel that you are not yet living the life you know you were meant to lead -- this workshop may be especially helpful for you.
All of us, though, will benefit from the wisdom and inspiration of these powerful ideas, which help us to transcend our limitations, embrace life as the ultimate experiment, and make the most authentic and deliberate choices for our lives .
Originally a movement that revolutionized 19th-century American thought, Transcendentalism called for self-reliance, non-conformity, reverence for the natural world, and conscious, meaningful living that focuses on what matters most.
The Transcendentalists recognized the native genius and the tremendous power of each individual, and believed that anything is possible when we find the courage to resist social pressures, trust our authentic selves, simplify our lives, and explore our own potential.
In "How to Live Deliberately," Dr. Jennifer Carol Cook, an expert on American Transcendentalism, will share her fun, inspiring, modern take on Transcendentalist philosophy, and demonstrate how you can use these principles to lead a more authentic, empowered, and fulfilling life.
If your life has become too predictable, bland, or habitual; if you struggle with self-confidence or feel social pressure; if you fear change or taking meaningful risks; or if you are frustrated in your work or feel that you are not yet living the life you know you were meant to lead -- this workshop may be especially helpful for you.
All of us, though, will benefit from the wisdom and inspiration of these powerful ideas, which help us to transcend our limitations, embrace life as the ultimate experiment, and make the most authentic and deliberate choices for our lives .
Our Cause for this Seminar
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Transcendentalism deeply honors and values the natural world, and our irrevocable connections with it. Ralph Waldo Emerson's most important book of essays was in fact titled Nature, and Henry David Thoreau could rightly be called America's first environmentalist and conservationist, as demonstrated by his extensive writings about the beauty and importance of nature and wilderness. In the tradition of these pioneering Transcendentalists, The Wonder of the World will donate a portion of the proceeds from this seminar to The Nature Conservancy, an organization that shares our commitment to preserving nature and protecting life on Earth.
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"What will I learn?" Walden Pond, Lincoln, Massachusetts
You will leave this seminar with:
*Greater self-reliance and self-trust *A deeper connection with nature *Strategies to “live deliberately” and authentically *A radical new sense of possibility and greater optimism * A deeper sense of purpose and meaning, and the encouragement to “advance confidently in the direction of [your] dreams”! *A new awareness of life as an "experiment" *A sense of being truly awake *The freedom to break free of mechanical habits and routines *Ways to increase mental "elasticity"and flexibility *A comprehensive reflection of what matters most in your particular life *An understanding of the neuroscience of Transcendentalist philosophy, and how you can apply it *How to see past illusions, and how to see yourself and the world more deeply |
Your Teacher, Dr. Jennifer Cook
"With a PhD in literature, I bring my knowledge and passion for American Transcendentalism to this journey, but this is no dry academic lecture, I can promise you. My seminars are designed to be fun, engaging, and interactive, and are aimed at expanding your sense of what is possible, and leaving you feeling empowered and inspired."
An award-winning former university professor, Dr. Cook is a published author, international speaker, and Founder of The Wonder of the World, which helps others discover and preserve the cultural and natural treasures of our planet. Our Venue
The spacious octagonal studio at Blueberry Gardens Healing Center is our venue for this seminar. The beauty, energy, and uniqueness of the studio, situated in a natural setting on an organic blueberry farm, makes this the idea location to explore Transcendentalism. Blueberry Gardens also offers a variety of classes and treatments and is easily accessible from the Washington, DC and Baltimore metro areas. Learn more and get directions
at www.blueberrygardens.org |
$75 full price; $55 Early Bird until April 1, 2016
Please bring a journal and a bag lunch for our outdoor picnic among the blueberry blossoms! (Weather permitting)
Please bring a journal and a bag lunch for our outdoor picnic among the blueberry blossoms! (Weather permitting)