Topics in Ecopsychology: Transitions/Rites of Passage

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Topics in Ecopsychology courses investigate specific applications of theories and methods of ecopsychology not offered in other courses. Specific topics are announced the semester this course is offered. Elective by permission of instructor. Supplemental Course Description: This online course explores life transitions, both predictable and unexpected, and the role of rites of passage in giving them meaning and support. Developmental psychology, transpersonal psychology, anthropology, and ecopsychology provide foundations as the course helps students integrate theoretical and experiential perspectives. Life transitions are universal, and mavigating them successfully is central to health, fulfillment, and self-realization. Recognizing their importance, many of our most profound rituals have been designed to address the needs of those in transition. This course explores this wisdom in both conceptual and personal ways and extends it into service to others in transition.