Urban farmer Indy Officianalis, host of National Geographic’s Farm Dreams, grew up knowing that nature was the place she felt most comfortable. When the world made her feel different, it was her private escape where she belonged. In this week’s episode, Indy tells the story of when she first learned nature could actually be an oasis for everyone, a place tha ... Show More
Nov 3
Recognize the healing powers of your gifts, by Ruth E. Carter
Academy Award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter has long been able to tap into her unique gifts as an artist to create beauty. In today’s episode, she shares how she learned to use her gifts to create opportunities for healing as well, especially when mourning the loss of h ... Show More
40 m
Oct 13
My first meditation retreat, by Rohan Gunatillake
The idea of a meditation retreat is deeply romantic. But the reality can be very different. Join our host Rohan Gunatillake on his first retreat, at a monastery in the English countryside, where he locks in to his meditation practice for the first time – and on the same night, al ... Show More
16m 57s
May 2025
A Meditation on Connecting Lands and Stories
Many modern Western cultures don’t have a deep understanding of land as a source of collective identity, story, or purpose. There is a sense that, yes, land can be lovely—but it is mainly seen as a source of recreation or extraction, not necessarily as an integral part of what sh ... Show More
16m 52s
Jun 2025
Seasons change, so will you: Become the thriving person you want to be
Fearne is marking the summer solstice by reflecting on the Happy Place episodes that’ll help you connect with nature, mysticism, and in turn, your inner self. It’s time to get back in touch with who we really are deep down underneath all the external, modern-day trappings of busy ... Show More
41m 28s
Nov 2024
Feel Grounded and Peaceful by Connecting with Nature, ft. Kessonga
Learn how mindfulness can deepen your connection with the natural world, bringing peace, clarity, and a renewed sense of belonging in our chaotic lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m 3s