By Listening to the Language of the Birds
June 21, 2021– “When the language of birds entered my life, I felt that a new meaning had been grafted into me. The voices of the birds opened up a new dimension of sensory experience. This expansion attracted me to the stories of my home in unexpected ways. , revealing ecological rhythms and connections, stimulating my curiosity and giving me a sense of belonging The practice of listening to other species is the original “augmented reality.” By opening our minds to the language of species, we experience a connection and meaning that transcends with much everything that electronic drills offer. ” David George Haskell shares five powerful entries to the language of birds. (12 readings)
To take actionFor more inspiration, read Haskell’s essay, “Bird Voices and the Language of Belonging.”
