Category Lifestyle

Dangling Questions

What has happened to our world? It is a question on many peoples minds. As we explore the past and present to see the truth of it all, we can find ways to prevail over the efforts of evil and create a eudaimonious future for all.

The Hidden Truth About Where Your Food Really Comes From Will Shock You

Waste Water Treatment plant at Scaynes Hill

What if everything you know about food production is a lie? From chemically-treated soils to toxic water, modern agriculture is built on a broken system. Discover how the sewage-industrial complex deceives us and how regenerative practices can restore healthy soil, clean water, and a sustainable food system. The solution is closer than you think.

Self Heal (Prunella vulgaris): The Backyard ‘Weed’ That Works Like Medicine

The purple-flowered plant spreading across your yard may not be a weed at all. It could be Self Heal (Prunella vulgaris). Once called “Heal All,” this resilient herb offers immune support, wound healing, and antiviral protection. Learn how to identify, harvest, and use this forgotten ally hiding in plain sight.

The Hidden Architecture of Human Flourishing

Fisher's Hall

That nagging sense something fundamental has shifted in our world isn't imagination—it's anthropological evidence of systematic social unraveling. But ancient Greek wisdom reveals the hidden architecture of human flourishing, showing how understanding these deeper patterns transforms chaos into conscious choice, individual healing into collective transformation.

Nature’s Bandaid

green leaves with water droplets

What if the most powerful healing resource in your environment has been hiding in plain sight, disguised as a common weed? Plantain reveals nature's profound systemic intelligence – appearing exactly where soil disturbance occurs, concentrating its healing compounds in direct proportion to environmental stress, and demonstrating that abundance exists within interconnected networks all around us. This humble plant, growing beneath our feet in yards worldwide, offers a transformative lens for understanding how healing actually works: not through complex interventions, but through supporting the body's natural restoration networks. From wound healing to respiratory support, from digestive harmony to skin repair, plantain embodies the principle that the most elegant solutions emerge from recognizing and working with existing systems rather than against them. When we shift from seeing weeds to recognizing medicine, we're not just discovering a plant – we're awakening to our place within the living web of wellness that has always surrounded us, waiting for us to remember how to participate in the ancient dialogue between human need and nature's generous response.

The Christian Paradox: Environmental Neglect and Eschatological Hope

Explore the complex relationship between Christianity and environmental stewardship, focusing on the paradox of eschatological beliefs that often overshadow ecological responsibility. This blog delves into how various interpretations of scripture, cultural influences, and communal identities shape Christian attitudes towards the environment. By addressing the disconnect between faith and ecology, we highlight the importance of proactive engagement in caring for creation, demonstrating that a genuine commitment to stewardship aligns with biblical teachings. Join us in discovering how Christians can reconcile their beliefs with urgent environmental action.

Comparing Conventional and Organic Cotton

Cotton boll

Explore the critical differences between conventional and organic cotton production, highlighting the environmental impacts, health benefits, and sustainability practices associated with each method. Learn how organic cotton farming promotes soil health, reduces water usage, and enhances biodiversity, making it a safer choice for consumers and a more responsible approach to agriculture. Delve into the implications for air quality, ecosystem health, and the well-being of agricultural workers. By choosing organic, consumers can support not only personal health but also ethical and sustainable farming practices that benefit the planet and future generations.