Relating on Shaky Ground: The Ecology of Connection and Belonging

We are living through a huge amount of instability right now, from ecological shifts to the general, chaotic unpredictability of existing in the world. And naturally, all of this macro-level chaos is seeping into the micro-level of how we relate to each other.

In this live conversation, Johanne sits down with psychologist Silan Derin to talk about what happens to our relationships when the ground beneath us feels unstable. We’ll look at how this unpredictability messes with our sense of connection, and how our defence mechanisms—the psychological armour we wear to protect ourselves—can disrupt our ability to belong and become who we are.

What we’ll explore:

• The ecology of connection: How living with constant, unpredictable global shifts alters the way we relate to one another.
• The ecology of belonging: How our natural defence mechanisms and coping strategies end up blocking our profound need for community and belonging.
• The ecology of resources: How integrating somatic awareness and deep reflection can help us access our inner resources, allowing us to stay open and grounded when our instinct is to shut down.

If you are curious about how the chaos of the outside world lands in our personal relationships, and how we can navigate it without losing our connection to each other, come join us.