The Rebirth of People and Planet in a Time of Global Emergency
An Open Letter from the Spiritual Emergence(y) Community
Spiritual emergence/emergency — SE(Y) — refers to a continuum of experiences representing an unfolding, or awakening, of consciousness. These experiences provide an opportunity for growth and transformation but can be chaotic and overwhelming, often experienced as mental health crises, potentially leading to (mis)diagnosis of mental illness.
The SE(Y) community consists of individuals who have experienced varying degrees of mental health challenges in relation to a process of awakening, along with their advocates and supporters. This community includes academics, writers, mental health professionals, activists, artists, and members of the general population. Grassroots programs have evolved into a social movement that is struggling to keep up with the demands of the public. This community is inclusive and welcomes anyone who wishes to join us.
The world’s leading climate scientists now state that there is scientific support for declaring a state of planetary emergency. In this open letter, we propose that a planetary crisis represents a global spiritual emergency, and is a catalyst for a global awakening. As humanity faces the existential threat of the climate emergency, the SE(Y) community is…
