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In Our Nature
Why do we feel so overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected and lost...and what does that have to do with what's happening on our planet?
This show explores the hidden connections and deeper patterns that are forming our inner struggles and the wider crises unfolding around us. From mental health to ecological collapse, productivity culture to planetary grief, from burnout to reconnection, join me to poke around in the stories, systems and patterns shaping this extraordinary time...
...and then let's riff on what becomes possible when we stop pretending it’s fine and feel the feels.
Your host is me: Siobhán Friel. I'm a mental health practitioner, a Work That Reconnects facilitator and I was probably a lavender plant in a past life.
This podcast offers a way to make sense of your inner and outer world, especially if you were shaped by capitalism (like me) and not by a lineage of ecological literacy, love and wisdom.
You haven't missed the boat. There are many boats and this is one. Get in.
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 🌏
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