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Dock: The Root That Finds the Forgotten
I would look for her when nettle stung. That’s how it started. My childhood knees would brush too close to a nettle patch, leaving a red,…
Symbiosis
Let’s get something clear. Symbiosis isn’t a fairy tale. It’s not a sweet song of unity and harmony. It’s a gritty, often uncomfortable dance of survival….
The Power Beneath Our Feet: Why Real Leadership Grows from the Soil
We are living in a time of disorientation. Many are searching for meaning, for answers, for someone to speak truth in a world that feels increasingly…
Lemon Balm: The Garden’s Gentle Emissary of Joy
There is a presence in the garden that does not announce itself loudly. She does not climb or sprawl with wild ambition. She doesn’t need to….
Biodiversity, Details, and the Weaving of a Living Future
At the Living Ground Project, we are growing far more than gardens. We are cultivating a living system one that begins deep in the soil and…
Just Breathe: Living Through It
For anyone who has ever wondered how we keep going when the ground underneath us shifts….. Living Ground isn’t a perfect system. It isn’t polished. It…
Living Landscapes, Living Futures
In this article, I explore the intricate relationships between the soil microbiome, plants, and human health. Through recent discoveries and personal experience, I share how restoring…
Living Ground Mission Update
I can feel it … the pulse of something long planted, now pushing its way to the surface. The Living Ground Store and Café is almost…
The Surprising Superpowers of Nettle Seed
In my 30s, roaming Canada’s wild corners, I felt stuck, like life had dulled my edges. Nettles were just childhood foes then, stinging my shins during…
Blood, Nanobots, and the Terrain
Since the pandemic era swept through the world, I’ve been receiving an increasing number of messages with links, images, and shaky videos showing blood samples, most…
Vilcabamba’s Invisible Shield: Kids and Their Microbiomes
Recently, our local community in Vilcabamba, Ecuador, has been hit with a nasty chest infection that’s been especially tough on the kids. Picture our schools here—mostly…
Self Reliance – The True Meaning
Self-reliance, at its core, is the ability to depend on yourself—your skills, judgment, and resources—to navigate life’s demands. It’s not about isolation or rejecting help; it’s…
The Living Ground Project is a visionary initiative dedicated to fostering self-reliance and sustainable living through hands-on education and community empowerment. Our mission is to create a thriving, living example of holistic sustainability, from nurturing healthy soil to cultivating diverse foods and medicines, and transforming these into nourishing, delicious products. We aim to be a comprehensive educational center, teaching both locals and visitors the skills needed for self-sufficiency, while also providing opportunities for eco-tourism and cultural exchange. The project encompasses a natural health food store, café, and apothecary, showcasing the practical applications of our sustainable practices. By offering rare and unusual plants and seeds, we promote biodiversity and encourage others to explore unique cultivation methods. Our vision extends to developing a product line of essential oils and producing microbe-rich inoculants, emphasizing the importance of soil health and natural farming methods. We offer land consulting services to help others regenerate their soils and transition away from chemical dependency. Additionally, we host health and healing retreats, workshops, and educational programs focused on human health, particularly the human microbiome, aiming to reduce dependency on pharmaceuticals. Central to our vision is the creation of meaningful local employment and entrepreneurship opportunities, demonstrating that self-reliance and community support can go hand in hand. Through these diverse efforts, the Living Ground Project aspires to be a beacon of sustainable living, inspiring individuals and communities worldwide to embrace self-sufficiency, environmental stewardship, and collaborative growth
