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Greening of the Self Kindle Edition
by Joanna Macy (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 20 ratings
File Size: 150 KB
Print Length: 15 pages
Publisher: Parallax Press (March 18, 2013)
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4.5 out of 5 stars
The premise of Greening of the Self is that we are not individuals separate from the world. Instead we are always "co-arising" or co-creating the world, and we cannot escape the consequence of what we do to the environment. Joanna Macy's innovative writing beautifully demonstres that by broadening our view of what constitutes "self" we can cut through our dualistic views and bring about the emergence of the "ecological self." Part of the Parallax Press Moments series.
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ktbug58
5.0 out of 5 stars This book describes things, as I have always felt, connected to everything.
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2019
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I chose this book as the title was a bit different,
I was curious to see an ideal that might take me a step further into my understanding of light, energy, life connections.
I wish children were taught to think about life connections like this, we are the world song is similar in these thoughts.
But in every religion I've heard about connections with all that is life and living. About loving unconditionally and taking care of every being , every critter, every tree etc.
I thought for a long time I'm the only one who sees life in this way, the only one who is willing to cry for a burning forest, or life effected by ignorance or carelessness.
It's a good read and I'd recomend anyone with an open mind to read this and give it some thought.
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Cheryl
5.0 out of 5 stars Clear and urgent
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2019
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I just finished it. It’s short but very impactful. It’s so short and full of so much amazing wisdom I honestly wish everyone would read it. It’s what we need to know about ourselves now if we have any hope of “saving” our planetary home. And it’s put in the framework of systems and self, with scientific explanations.
As a practicing Buddhist I have heard and read many dharma talks about non-self and for me, this author’s portrayal about how we’re actually limiting ourselves by hanging on to something so small and destructive to ourselves and others. Read it! It took me about a half hour to finish.
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Carole B
5.0 out of 5 stars All There Is
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2013
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Please read this book. There is nothing derogatory about "being green" and loving creation. It is a short text which wraps a ribbon around ourselves as human, created, spiritual, and most importantly, as just one cog in the works of Creation. Joanna Macy is never preachy - she's a Buddhist! - she is sincere, loving, wise and whole. We are "greening ourselves" all over the world! The earth is asking us to speak up, not to hide behind chainsaws and investment portfolios, fracking and driving our energy on the blood of the earth. The legs we cut down are our own, the water we poison is the 99% of which our human body is constituted, the money in our bank is paper. The earth has given us everything we need, and the West just sees the earth as something separate - not as the All There Is it is. Read this.
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rkippley
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2016
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Macy helps us expand our understanding of self to include the planet. A very enriching spiritual read for those longing for a fuller understanding of who they really are.
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Graypeonies
5.0 out of 5 stars A Stunningly Powerful, Truly Memorable, Essential Read
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2014
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Short. Succinct. Essential. Powerful. Macy's passion, wisdom, and commitment inform each word. Begin here and pass it on. Just do it.
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Patricia
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2020
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I love everything I read by her. Worth adding to your regular reading routine for refreshing and applying in day-to-day living.
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ekrusz
5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2018
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Joanna’s writing came to me at just the right moment. I’m so grateful for her message and the wellspring of energy and hope it provides.
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Kathleen
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2016
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good one
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Rikki
5.0 out of 5 stars So much sense in so few words
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 21, 2017
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This essay synthesizes the science and the philosophies that point to how we are symbiotically linked across time and space to all life and only our fears get in the way of understanding that. When we do, caring for the planet is not a moral duty but as clear and obvious as nurturing our bodies.
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exhumn
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful!
Reviewed in Canada on January 21, 2016
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A quick read jam packed with wisdom and inspiration. Joanna's passion shines through each word like the beacon of light that she is...like we all are should we choose to remember.
As the earth changes at an accelerated rate, we are collectively being called upon to remember that we are not separate. We are being called upon to step into a more authentic mode of consciousness known as the greening of the self. This book is a beautifully written wake up call in times of great transformation.
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KiJoseph Fernando
4.0 out of 5 stars Be in touch with the ecology
Reviewed in India on August 24, 2018
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Awareness about being ecological.
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Aydin Ayten
1.0 out of 5 stars NO E MAI APPARSO NEL MIO KINDLE
Reviewed in Italy on May 26, 2015
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Non posso dare nessun opinione che il mio dispiacere che non l'ho mai recevuto nel mio Kindle. Ho fatto ordine di aquista ieri sera
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Linda
5.0 out of 5 stars I read this in one sitting and absolutely loved it
Reviewed in Australia on September 10, 2019
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Very relevant in the current zeitgeist.
