25d • General discussion
February Reflections
Hello,
As we move into February, our attention in the Living Lightly rhythm turns toward care and warmth.
Here in the north, the days are slowly lengthening, but the land — and many of us — are still moving gently. February isn’t a time for pushing forward. It’s a time for tending what’s already here, noticing what needs shelter, and offering warmth where it’s most needed: in our bodies, our homes, our relationships, and our thinking.
The Living Lightly learning ecosystem
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been quietly refining how the different strands of Living Lightly fit together, and this is now clearly laid out in the Skool space.
Rather than a single course or linear pathway, Living Lightly is a learning ecosystem — with different entry points, shared principles, and space to move at your own pace. Books, audio, courses, reflections, community conversations, and mentorship all sit in relationship with one another, rather than in a hierarchy.
There has been a slight delay in getting all of the books back onto Payhip, as I’m currently recording and editing audio versions alongside the written work. Over the coming weeks, they’ll gradually reappear there. Thank you for your patience — this slower pace is very much in keeping with the ethos of the work itself.
Looking ahead: Spain and Jordan
Later this month I’ll be travelling south, first to Spain and then on to Jordan.
The route via southern Spain allows me to leave my elderly parents in the care of my sister, and it also offers a valuable opportunity to spend time at Campoverde, a Living Lightly laboratory in a Mediterranean climate. I’m looking forward to observing how land, water, plants, and people interact very differently there, and to letting those observations inform future learning.
In Jordan, this year’s focus will be on social permaculture — exploring how resilience can be strengthened by recognising and connecting the resources, skills, and networks that already exist within the community. This work continues to be shaped by listening, relationship, and trust, rather than externally imposed solutions.
If this aspect of the work resonates with you, the GoFundMe page will be updated during the trip with reflections and photographs from the field.
A gentle closing
As February unfolds, I hope you’re able to move with care — for yourself and for others — and to keep warm in whatever ways matter most right now.
There’s no rush here.
Just small shifts, steady attention, and learning that unfolds over time.
With warmth,
Cath 🌿
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