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 crapWhat the psycho-spiritual guidance to connect with ‘inner space’ might be missing in the context of today’s worldThe 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 homeWhy the fetish for productivity in our society makes you feel anxious and worthless ...and means finding true space nearly impossibleHow 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? MentionedLast episode here Birds, bees, flies, a cow's headThe F word, onceEpisodes 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 🌏