What is an ecology of practices?

An "ecology of practices" is a concept that involves a set of practices that are interconnected and mutually supportive, similar to the way different elements in an ecological system interact and support each other. These practices help in cultivating wisdom, improving insight, and fostering personal growth. John Vervaeke, a guest on the Tim Ferriss Show, describes an ecology of practices as a set of complementary practices which challenge and enhance each other, calling out errors and providing constraints similar to the checks and balances in a biological ecosystem. He advocates for this approach as a way to cultivate wisdom and virtue, creating a system of continuous learning and adaptation 1.