12 | Eric Haas | Wisdom of the Ancients: Reconnecting with Primal Nature
“Persistence hunting is the apex of human engagement with the natural world.”
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Join us as we explore Eric’s journey through self-discovery, fatherhood, and service. He shares how caring for his son deepened his self-awareness and challenged the idea of being a ‘strong independent individual.’ Eric recounts his transformative path from travel and wilderness experiences to studying psychology, eventually leading to his time in the Kalahari Desert learning persistence hunting with the San people.
Eric emphasises the human need to help others, the challenges of supporting vulnerable cultures, and the importance of humility and learning from indigenous elders. He also addresses reconnecting with our primal selves amid concerns about AI and virtual technologies.
Through vivid stories of his persistence hunts and wildlife encounters, Eric reflects on his path from vegetarianism and veganism to ethical hunting, advocating for direct engagement with the world. He wraps up with his advice: "Be respectful. Be inspired. And find your own path."
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