This work explores human relationships with environment and how alienation came to be one of the characteristics of the modern global capitalist system. I look at consumption patterns and global commodity chains to show how alienation perpetuates harmful practices against humans and the environment. At the end as an alternative, I explore indigenous philosophy regarding reciprocity and gratitude, and try to show a relationship with land that benefits humans as well as their counterparts in "nature".

Links to Project Materials:

College of Arts & Sciences 2020, Humanities Projects 2020, 2020