As this podcast uses the Celtic cycle as core pattern for releases of each batch of 8, this episode delves deeper into that pattern. It examines how our relationship with the land and nature brings with it a connection to our ancesters’ seasonal wisdom.
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Identity 3
Having moved to the South of Ireland from Bangor in 1978, I tried to fit in to my new surroundings in South County Dubin. This episode talks about the nuances of that challenge for my young teenage self.
Practical Skills 3
In keeping with the release date of Spring equinox, this episode gets into more detail about seed sowing and how to build herb spirals or herb walls close to your kitchen.
After the Collapses 3
This episode explores how resources in the novel’s world are exchanged, and follows Rowan’s journey through new communities of the Isles.
The thinking that made them 3 – Sociocracy
Continuing with an examination of how we could redesign systems for harmony in people and our planet, this episode continues with some of the Permaculture principles, but also introduces Sociocracy. This is a system of alternative governance and decision making that distributes power and resources across a group or community.
Wellbeing 3 – Playtime
Playmates, objects of play and natural play spaces are the focus of this episode in the Well of Being thread of the podcast. It continues to explore both what might be optimal conditions for young human development, and what we can learn from children at play for adult health and healing.
Meditation 3 Balance to re-energise
As this meditation is being released at the Spring Equinox it using the theme of renewal and balance. From underneath things can come back to life, energy tapped into for renewal and is inspired by imagining the life of pollinators, birds and Spring flowers. Creating a nest a space for growth and then holding patienceContinue reading “Meditation 3 Balance to re-energise”
Interview 3 Denise of Votive Illustration
This interview seems particularly poignant to be publishing on AntiRacismDay 21st March, 2o21 given Denise’s strong desire to centre those who still suffer the worst impacts of past and current Colonialism. If you want to find out more about BIPOC (Black Indigenous People of Colour) organisations you might find this website and its links helpful.Continue reading “Interview 3 Denise of Votive Illustration”
A meditation- inner guide
A lot of personal development and support today comes from external guides, therapists, teachers and even gurus. While I do see the reason for sometimes needing support from another person, and I have both availed of and been a therapist, I also believe that we have few spaces to go inward looking for our ownContinue reading “A meditation- inner guide”
From this land 2, Crioch Fuinidh
When exploring ancestors on this land the remnants in language of older cultures are like threads in a tapestry that has become unwoven and if you pull it may come apart altogether. I try to make a new tapestry using what I can from my own experiences, travel, and encounters with people from indigenous cultures.Continue reading “From this land 2, Crioch Fuinidh”
Cailleach 