Defining Place and Space in Human Activity

We hardly ever consider the effects of place and space on human action. When we hear someone state, "I need space," they are asking much more than just a physical separation. It's the place where our entire being exists. This blog will explore what it means to identify empty places and develop healing spaces. We make speculations about fresh approaches to expressing who we truly are from the inside out. The five areas of the human experience will be discussed, and each area will have a new relationship proposed.

What exactly does it mean to develop healing spaces and recognize empty places? In essence, it is becoming aware of the ways in which the physical environments in which we live, work, play, and ultimately heal are shaped by our perceptions and actions. On the other hand, it also entails being conscious of where the empty gaps exist. This includes recognizing how certain environmental factors, whether physical or psychological, shape our perspectives and experiences of the outside world and affect our capacity for happiness and health.

While the development of technology and busyness are hallmarks of modern urban living, it can also be isolating, imbalanced, and draining. In the wake of global mental health concerns, this is also an opportunity for individuals to rediscover the value of community and heritage. It is crucial for city dwellers to be aware of the places and spaces that we find ourselves and the impact on our health and wellbeing. As we go about our everyday lives we rarely take time to stop, be still and notice the environment. We are so driven and stimulated by the outside environment that we scarcely pay attention to our inner worlds.  

When we take time to reflect on perhaps what it means to be fully engaged in creating the kind of world we want to live in, it will require a shift in how we see ourselves. I am proposing we start with looking at ourselves from the inside out. If we are to provide opportunities for meaningful engagement and long-lasting social change, we must acknowledge the loss of connection to ourselves and others.  Understanding the human condition and the unique needs and concerns of people and groups that are many times disregarded or ignored in society is necessary for creating healing spaces for all.

These spaces must be built in a way that reflects the voices of people who are frequently ignored or excluded in our society. Why? When people are discarded, humiliated, and without recourse for exercising their humanity, there is a fragmentation of the self and society that disconnects all of humanity. This disconnect results in anger, rage, greed, violence and other social ills that keep us disconnected.  The loss of human connections resulting from isolation, imbalance and busyness leaves us wondering about the march of time and its implications for human existence.  This context makes it evident that an approach to creating healing spaces that connect the physical, mental, emotional, relational and spiritual domains of human activity  is necessary. These healing spaces must incorporate both conventional therapy models and culturally sensitive

integrative and complementary therapies. When we start giving attention to the whole human being, we can bring about a transformative change of heart in the matter of human existence.  This could be advantageous  for all societies.