Every week I write a letter. The letters are short essays for those who seek more depth than a hectic and distracted world usually allows. They often begin with a change in the season or a question that does not yield an immediate answer.
They are free to read, and I want to keep them that way.
How much I enjoy reading the letters; they’re poetic, reflective, beautifully written, inspiring, and more often than not, relatable. I’m grateful to receive such a bundle of good things in my inbox on a regular basis.—Anais
Life is beautiful, and I continue to reflect on how good it feels to allow myself to flow with the seasons, and how valuable and true the wisdom of nature is. I’m so grateful that you share this wisdom with the world.—Jaap
These beautiful emails help me to become conscious of what’s happening within, a light shining on some deeper parts within. It’s so inspiring and fascinating to learn about these cycles of nature and ourselves.—Nina
These writings are growing more and more dear to me. Especially in the last months, their timing was perfect, offering a spark of light when my world seemed dark. Thank you with all my heart.—Tobias
Just wanted to express how beautiful your writing is, how spot on with some deeper layers of what I’m living. It’s wonderful; easy to read yet so articulate and rhythmic; deep, reflective, and revealing.—Ry
In a time of struggling to let joy enter my heart and mostly feeling very lost, your message is very welcome and brings a little bit of hope to my being. Thank you for the beauty you carry and that you share with us.—Vivi
Your contribution makes room for deep work
A subject may present itself weeks in advance. I read, research and allow it to settle before trying to give it words. As a member, you help make possible the time and attention this work asks and contribute to a sustained rhythm of reading and writing.
A monthly essay for sustained reflection
Every month I write a longer essay about a question that asks for more attention than a weekly letter can hold.
Widening — read further
€5 per month
You receive one longer essay each month, rooted in the philosophical and contemplative traditions that sustain my work.
In these essays I explore questions that deserve more attention than is possible in a weekly letter. A public example, The broken world and the answer-machine, is freely available.
Do you speak Dutch?
The monthly lectures and forest gatherings are currently held in Dutch. If you speak Dutch, view the Dutch offering, which also includes these forms of participation.
No extras demanding your attention
There is no app, feed or continuous stream of messages. You receive the weekly letter and one longer essay each month.
A missed essay does not need to catch up with you. The next month arrives in its own time.
Become a member
Your contribution is collected monthly and can be changed or stopped at any time. Thank you for your trust and for helping to carry this work.