Today in class, we discussed phenomenological approach and how “existential space is not a mathematical term.” It is the genius loci, or spirit of place that draws us to become aware of how we exist in space, which comprises the basic relation ship of man with nature. The specific idea behind the phenomenological approach that strongly resonates with me was the comparison of how we are connected to things that make up place. For example, if a classroom didn’t have chairs would it still be considered a classroom? This return to things is how we orient ourselves with place, as well as other beings. Redick illustrated the intersubjectivity within the phenomenological approach, as to how we relate to others as objects instead of subjects. I thought about the way he addressed someone else in the class and said, “How is ‘he’ doing today?” and suddenly I felt upset because this statement is not too far off from how people do treat others nowadays. Lane stresses the importance of the intersubjective relationship and how we shouldn’t be solely commanding or dominating the relationship, but give “voice to another participant in the process of perceiving experience,” (Lane, 2001, p. 45).
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