For two decades Rachel Lyn has maintained a regenerative view of leadership and social change that balances power, love, and justice. She works in living systems and relational fields. Rachel Lyn's masters is in Applied Behavioral Leadership and Organizational Development with an emphasis in designing learning systems. She has advanced training in Ecological Design, Group Facilitation, Holistic Life Coaching, and the Soil Food Web.
Keywords love, community, spirituality, crisis, permaculture, leadership, connection, transformation, honesty, healing, self-care, trauma, permaculture, community, imagination, healing, ethics, nature, balance, connection
Summary In this conversation, Sage and Rachel Lyn explore the themes of love, community, and personal transformation. They discuss the importance of connection in times of crisis, the role of permaculture as a spiritual practice, and the need for new language and understanding in our collective experiences. Rachel shares her journey through motherhood, education, and spiritual growth, emphasizing the significance of community and the practical application of love in action. In this conversation, Sage and Rachel Lyn explore the themes of self-care, trauma, and the principles of permaculture as a means to foster community and personal growth. They discuss the importance of tending to oneself and others, acknowledging the weight of trauma, and the journey towards self-acceptance. The conversation delves into the ethics of permaculture, emphasizing the interconnectedness of life and the need for individual action within communities. Rachel shares her vision of a thriving future rooted in imagination and community service, highlighting the urgency of taking action in today's world.
Takeaways
* Rachel emphasizes the importance of love in action as a practical pursuit.
* Crisis can serve as a catalyst for clarity and deeper understanding.
* The journey of motherhood and education intertwines with spiritual growth.
* Permaculture is not just a practice but a spiritual path for Rachel.
* Community rituals and collective spaces are vital for spiritual connectedness.
* Honesty in personal discernment is a continuous journey.
* The significance of planting trees as a metaphor for long-term impact.
* Collective healing is essential in the aftermath of shared crises.
* Rachel's work aims to inspire stewardship and community engagement.
* The conversation highlights the need for new language to articulate spiritual experiences. Befriending oneself is crucial for healing.
* Acknowledging trauma is a step towards self-acceptance.
* Self-deception can hinder personal growth.
* Permaculture offers a new cultural paradigm.
* Nature teaches us about interconnection and balance.
* Finding balance involves caring for the earth and people.
* Community action is essential for permaculture.
* Imagination is key to envisioning a thriving future.
* Service to the community fosters connection.
* Urgency in our time calls for immediate action.
Titles
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Love and Connection
09:57 Crisis as a Catalyst for Clarity
20:02 Permaculture and Spirituality: A New Path
29:57 Collective Healing and Community Engagement
36:38 The Interconnection of Life: Nature as a Teacher
44:07 Individual Action: The Power of Community in Permaculture
51:38 Community and Service: Building New Forms of Connection
Our Theme Music is “I Love it,” by Luke Concannon www.lukeconcannon.com
