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Contemplative Walking

Jeffrey Keefer, PhD

Weekly walking practices for spiritual connection with nature.

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One tree still in summer while the rest of the slope has started to turn.

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    EcoSpirituality Educator & Ordained Wild Guide | NYU Chaplain | 7x Camino Pilgrim | Contemplative walking as a spiritual practice for belonging to the living world.

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