Stream of Life Research Studio presents
a webinar, a dialogue, a sharing and questioning session

Phenomenology is a way of seeing the world

Phenomenology is the study of the lived experience as it was/is lived

Phenomenology a means of investigation which permits us to grow beyond ourselves

Goethean Science is phenomenological in approach, and is well known in anthroposophical circles as a qualitative approach to understanding the natural sciences. But phenomenology as a methodology for wider anthroposophic-based application is becoming increasingly popular in our circles; and the term ‘lived experience’ has gone into the our everyday language. 

But it can be confusing! Everyone has a different understanding of just what phenomenology is and how to apply it.

Tell me more

This webinar aims to unpack phenomenology as a philosophy, as a research methodology, and as a practice from the perspective of different researchers and practitioners from different fields and disciplines who use this approach in their work.

The session takes the form of presentations and dialogue as to our shared understandings of what we each mean by phenomenology. And if you are not a practitioner but would like to know more, come along and ask questions. We’d love to share our passion with you!

Who is it for? 

Any one interested in finding out more about phenomenology. All welcome!

Program 

We open with the questions: What counts as phenomenology? What is the essence of phenomenology, for all forms and approaches? 

Seven researchers and practitioners share their experiences: Martin Samson (theology), Fiona Campbell (human sciences), Joanna Jaaniste (dramatherapy), Peter Stewart (Goethean Science), Greg Burgess (architecture), Lisa Devine (theology) and Teresa Carapeto (Education). 

Each presenter describes their understanding through the lens of these four key characteristics:

1. An open attitude: how do I see with “new eyes”?  
2. Dwelling: how do I immerse myself into the object, how do I engage with the experience, the information?
3. Disclosure: how can I reveal the essence of the phenomenon in question?
4. Description: sharing my experiences of working phenomenologically. How do I do this? 

Q&A session followed by a summing up of what we’ve learned.
How does it impact my professional practice? My way of seeing the world?
So what is phenomenology? and can anyone practice it?
And is there interest for further discussion in an ongoing group?

When will this webinar take place? 

7pm Wednesday 16^th November 2022 online

Cost

By donation 

Registration

To register

How to join the webinar

After registration, participants will be sent the Zoom link by email two (2) days beforehand, and then again one (1) hour beforehand.

Please login for the webinar via your Zoom app and not via Eventbrite.

For more information

Please contact Fiona Campbell or Martin Samson