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What we do
At Roots to Rise we offer deep ecology training, ecological leadership education, learning circles and outdoor-coaching. Our core passion is addressing the root cause of (environmental) health concerns (rather than just symptoms) and strengthen the ability of concurrently healing our inner and outer landscapes.
“Deep ecology is an environmental philosophy that recognises that genuine, long-term nature conservation action begins with a personal commitment to inner transformation and a recognition of our intricate interconnection with the natural world. This refers to the deep, reciprocal relationship between our inner and outer landscapes. In other words: the degradation of the external environment mirrors internal psychological fragmentation and that the act of restoring one's inner world can motivate and enhance efforts to heal the planet. The practice encourages us to reawaken our deeper understanding of Earth-centered Wisdom; connecting mind, body and soul within the embodiment of the physical laws of the universe. It prompts us to explore our roots, foster a heightened self-awareness and reflect deeply on our life purpose and our roles as humans of the planet.” Suzanne Valkman
The Deep Ecology Academy offers a lively variety of tracks, (individual and group) courses, programs and learning circles that are ever changing and evolving.​ Through intentionally exploring the outdoors, embodied learning, holistic and kincentric ecological approaches to healing and sharing old and new stories about practices that (re)connect us, Roots to Rise aims to heal our connection to the earth, to ourselves and our loved ones, and to protect and cherish all life.
Check out our current offer in the menu above. We offer courses in Dutch and in English. ​
For outdoor-coaching please contact us by e-mail.
Get to Know Us
Roots to Rise was founded by biologist, leadership educator and nature therapist Suzanne Valkman. The courses are supported by a team of amazing professionals who enrich the programmes with their expertise and (cooking) skills.
​In order to understand the roots of our existence and the way forward we need to understand ecology and the way everything is interconnected. The depth of this interdependence is far more complex than we often grasp. We stand on the shoulders of friends and teachers of life, we honor our ancestors and the sacred land that we live and work on and we acknowledge our kin in all Kingdoms of life.
Roots to Rise is founded with the aim to inspire deep ecology action and awaken ecological consiousness through a practical method for (inner) transformation.
Learn more about Suzanne and Roots to Rise on the page About.
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Get in Touch
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