[145] Content and connecting with all life with Edith and Randy Woodley

Edith and Randy Woodley invite us to rediscover our connection with nature, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all life and the importance of community-based ecological practices. Uncover their approach to land stewardship, communal living, and the rejection of individualism for a more holistic and balanced way of living.

Edith and Randy Woodley are passionate environmentalists and spiritual seekers managing the Eloheh Indigenous Center for Earth Justice. They’ve dedicated their lives to promoting sustainable small-scale farming, earth justice, and community well-being. Their new book, “Journey to Eloheh” sheds light on achieving wholeness over mere happiness, rooted in the Cherokee concept of “Eloheh.”

In this episode:
(00:00) Spirituality, environment, community: Edith and Randy Woodley.
(03:56) Difference between happiness and well-being discussed.
(09:34) Restore harmony and serve the community’s needs.
(11:44) Influenced by environmentalism, nature, and Ojibwe teachings.
(16:19) Scrub forest, walkway, and roaming wildlife area.
(20:51) Integrating urban people in land-related ceremonies.
(25:24) Caring for wildlife, not just appearances.
(27:36) Inviting participation over appearance, embracing community chaos.
(29:39) Teach farming hands-on, storytelling, reflection, land connection.
(34:37) Embrace nature and creation, regardless of location.
(40:08) Compass Podcast by United Methodist Communications.

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