Ida Covi, MA., PhD candidate, is an eco-psychologist deeply committed to reawakening humanity’s bond with the wild, ensouled presence of the Earth. As CEO of the international think tank iRewild Institute, she leads pioneering initiatives that guide the human soul back into a more conscious, intimate relationship with nature. In a time of growing chaos—fractured by hatred, injustice, and ecological unraveling—she sees not only crisis, but an initiation into a new evolutionary threshold. This moment does not call us solely to confront the storm unfolding before us, but to step into a deeper evolution of spirit and consciousness—one that reawakens our sense of interbeing: a recognition that nothing exists in isolation, and that all life is intricately woven into a shared fabric of existence. This is the call of Anima Mundi—the soul of the world—reminding us that to heal the Earth is also to heal ourselves.

Holding an MA in Depth Psychology and Creativity from Pacifica Graduate Institute—with a specialization in Eco-Psychology—Ida explores how unconscious dynamics shape our conscious lives, illuminating pathways for inner and outer transformation. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Applied Cosmic Anthropology at the Asian Social Institute, where her work explores humanity’s interconnectedness with the cosmos and the soul of the world.

Ida’s contributions have been widely recognized, including Pacifica Graduate Institute’s highest honor, the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence. Her work spans generations, touching audiences of all ages. She has authored numerous professional articles and books for adult readers—including The Sacred Canopy, Even The Caterpillar Sings, Rewilding The Senses, and ReachingBeyond—each exploring themes of ecological awakening, soul, and inner transformation. She also created the beloved children’s series Mimsy and the Pebbles of Time, which invites families to rekindle a shared sense of wonder and belonging with the living Earth. Through her writing, workshops, and global advocacy, Ida invites us all to remember our intrinsic place within the living Earth—to restore not just landscapes, but our very souls.

Extending her vision of interbeing and healing, she founded Oneness.Life, a micro-loan initiative that provides interest-free, renewable loans to women in the remote community of Grande Goâve, Haiti. The fund enables women to start small businesses that generate income, support their children’s education, and foster self-reliance. Despite widespread poverty, many have built sustainable livelihoods—sparking a grassroots micro-economy and renewed sense of empowerment.

Her earlier professional experience includes serving as CEO and Board Director of Radius Steel, an industrial manufacturer; holding C-level positions in the venture capital and investment banking sector; and contributing as a board member to several environmental and humanitarian non-profits. During her time with LCI, a conservation nonprofit dedicated to protecting Lake Champlain’s waters and wildlife, she saw firsthand the inseparable bond between people, place, and planet—an experience that deepened her ecological purpose and continues to shape her work today.

Growing up on a farm, Ida developed a profound bond with the natural world, surrounded by the rhythms of animals, forests, and fields. Especially close to her horse, she felt its warm breath, steady heartbeat, and quiet companionship as a bridge to the heart of nature. Here, she first learned that all beings cherish their lives and share the same desire to live as we do. This understanding awakened her to the inherent interbeing, intelligence, preciousness, and irreplaceable worth within every living thing, woven together in the vast, tender fabric of nature. For it's in the hushed whispers of the forest and the gentle lapping of waves that we find the deepest realms of human existence. Nature is not just a place; it's the breath of our soul.

Outside of her work, Ida’s life is rooted in nature and in the bonds that endure across generations. To the cherished souls who call her mother and grandmother, she owes her clearest vision: a world drawn together by love and belonging. Whether mountain biking through forest trails, chasing joy across a tennis court, or breathing in rhythm with her horse, she returns again and again to the quiet wisdom of the wild.

Written by Ida Covi, MA, PhD candidate

This article explores how immersive, nature-focused experiences restore balance, cultivate clarity, and inspire the emotional intelligence and creativity necessary for transformative leadership. Supported by scientific research, it highlights how nature enhances cognitive function, decision-making, and team cohesion. Leaders engaging in these practices gain mental clarity, innovative thinking, and stronger interpersonal connections, reconnecting with purpose and adaptability. These transformative qualities ripple outward, enabling healthcare providers to foster more unified teams, inspire compassionate collaboration, and ultimately elevate patient care outcomes with greater empathy, creativity, and vision.

 Humanity seeks the unseen sacred within everyday life. Rewilding the Senses seeks to help individuals in their development of an ecological consciousness by extending our understanding and capabilities of sensory experience and perception as faculties for restoring our connection with the more-than-human world. A comprehensive set of sensory and cognitive practices are suggested. This book aims to inspire people to get back to the great outdoors and explore these ideas in nature. If we can change the way we experience the world, it evolves our personal consciousness, and dissolves boundaries—we experience ourselves as less and less separate from the web of life—restoring well-being not only for ourselves, but also for our planet.

Podcasts by Ida Covi, MA, PhD candidate