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In Our Nature
Absolutely everything is interconnected in astonishing dynamic ways that we are only beginning to understand, including our mental and planetary wellbeing.
The In Our Nature explores these connections, along with the unseen but profoundly influential currents, systems, cycles, patterns, stories, and constructs that shape both our inner lives and the world around us.
Why are we the way we are? Why are we treating the world and each other in the ways we do? Why do we feel so rubbish? Is this in our nature? What's going on?
Join me, Siobhán Friel, your host and fellow wanderer, as we curiously fondle the places where environmental, societal, historical, ecological and mythological contexts meet and mingle.
The In Our Nature pod wants to shed light on the hidden connections and deeper patterns that are shaping this extraordinary time we are in, helping us see more clearly as we make our way forth. Come and join me.
In Our Nature
What Happens When the Space We Need for Our Mental Wellbeing Is Being Sold off to the Highest Bidder?
If you feel like your mind, car, house, desk, local supermarket and —everywhere, actually, come to think of it— is chaotic, cluttered, full and busy…
…you aren’t imagining it.
This one’s for you.
Today we’re talking about the crucial need for space in our lives —both internally and externally — and how this is rapidly being sold off, occupied and taken over.
Join me as we explore:
- How the erasure of space—mentally, physically, and environmentally— makes us feel like crap
- What the psycho-spiritual guidance to connect with ‘inner space’ might be missing in the context of today’s world
- The parallels between natural ecosystems and human wellbeing and why space is vital for both....yes, vital, and not a 'nice to have' when the kids leave home
- Why the fetish for productivity in our society makes you feel anxious and worthless ...and means finding true space nearly impossible
- How structural forces obstruct our ability to connect with the space within and find peace (aka: it's not your fault, friend)
- An invitation to contribute to part two of this conversation — how might we realistically and practically reclaim and honour space in our lives and communities?
Mentioned
- Last episode here
- Birds, bees, flies, a cow's head
- The F word, once
- Episodes about productivity here, here, here and here.
- To comment, share a story, idea, thought or grumble for the second part of this conversation on Space, email me (let me know if you don’t want your name included in the episode)
- The Playshop on this topic has a couple of spaces, but will be expanded if needed. Email me if you’re interested.
- Everything I do is by donation or gift. You can donate to support my work here if you want (thank you, amazing person).
Thanks for being with me today. You rock 🌏
