Radical Simple Living

In this episode I use a tartan to explain all about agrarianism! You will need to listen to find out more.



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We are all influenced, from cradle to grave, but between those two landmarks we need to take control ourselves and keep influencers at arm's length!

We all complain that we don't have enough time, but are we putting off things that we need urgently to do?

We all know that simplicity has many positive consequences, but is the opposite thing, complexity, actually bad for you, and bad for all of us?



https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/small-town-usa/202401/is-dysfunctionalism-the-new-norm-in-modern-life

In Sweden those difficult weeks between Christmas and Easter are called "Ox Weeks". Find out what they are, and what to do about them!

Energy is expensive and always has been, what can we do to keep warm and keep the lights on. Some thoughts from Sweden in Midwinter.

We all get tired; we all need energy to do what we have to do. In this episode I discuss lack of energy and some things that might just help.

“It's no good trying to get rid of your own aloneness. You've got to stick to it all your life. Only at times, at times, the gap will be filled in. At times! But you have to wait for the times. Accept your own aloneness and stick to it, all your life. And then accept the times when the gap is filled in, when they come. But they've got to come. You can't force them.” 

― D.H. Lawrence

We all need to plan. We need to plan for what we expect, and for what we don't expect. We need short-, mid-, and long-term plans. We need to keep simplicity at the heart of those plans we make! Not to plan ahead is asking for problems!

From "Advices and Queries"  Britain Yearly Meeting

"Try to live simply. A simple lifestyle freely chosen is a source of strength. Do not be persuaded into buying what you do not need or cannot afford. Do you keep yourself informed about the effects your style of living is having on the global economy and environment?"

We often think of boredom as a negative force in our lives, but my argument is that boredom is a gateway to creativity and invention! Harnessing the power of boredom, in your life, and the lives of your children, will pay dividends!


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We don't have any idea of what the future holds! That doesn't mean that we don't need to be ready for whatever events come our way. In this episode we explore strength, security, being calm and steady, being prepared and keeping aware.

Living in difficult times is nothing new, and trying to live a simple peaceful life is not new either. What do when these things work against one another, and our lifestyle is threatened? What makes us react in the way we do, and can we change? Part one of two podcasts in which I explore these issues.

You cannot live a radically simple life without a steady, simple core within you. Steadiness, contentment, hope, certainty, and a feeling of being at home are all important. The Podcast explores how to develop your own core beliefs and values to give you strength and determination in these challenging times.

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Books mentioned in this podcast,

Franny and Zooey - J.D.Salanger
The Little Friend - Donna Tartt
The Goldfinch - Donna Tartt
Advices and Queries - The Society of Friends

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Progress has become an empty word. It is used by people who want to sell us something, people who want us to join something, or people who want us to vote for something. What is progress, and what happens if you don't want it?


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What the future really holds in terms of the economy, stability, the environment, and our personal wealth. All this plus something I've been meaning to chat with you about, lagom!

A house is not a home. You can buy, or rent a house, but you need to make a home. how can your home be a place of simplicity and joy?

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Simple speech is an important way of communicating what you mean, but it is also a way in which your simple life is displayed to others. Good language, bad language, and hiding behind words.


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Changes to your lifestyle can make all the difference. In this episode I discuss big changes, and little changes, to move towards towards simpler living. How far do you want to go? How fast do you want go?

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The end of Season One - summing up what's been said, what needs to be done, and how to make progress towards radical simplicity!

A major factor in a radical simple lifestyle is looking after what you have. Look after your things, look after your plants, your animals, your family, and yourself. listen to find out more.