We will work with the poetry of Thich Nhat Hanh, Mary Oliver, Wendell Berry and Denise Levertov.

The writing exercises we will use are designed to help you reflect on your connection to the natural world and explore the ways that nature teaches, heals and inspires you.

Susanne West is a writer and professor of psychology. She was on the faculty of John F. Kennedy University for 30 years and received the Harry L. Morrison Distinguished Teaching Award at JFKU. Susanne is the author of Soul Care for Caregivers. Her first poetry collection, Subterranean Light, will be released in 2019.