🌿 What Have You Unlearned Since Starting This Journey?

Stefano Creatini

Jun 8 • Permaculture

Permaculture isn’t just about learning new techniques. Its also about unlearning the mindset we were raised with.

The industrial world teaches us to:

Prioritize speed over care
Chase efficiency over balance
Rely on systems instead of ourselves
Treat land as a resource instead of a living partner

When you step into homesteading and permaculture, those patterns start to crack. And suddenly you realize:

❌ More is not always better

❌ Perfection is a trap

❌ Nature doesn’t move on deadlines

❌ Slowing down isn’t lazy—it’s wise

❌ Productivity ≠ value

Personally, I had to unlearn the idea that “work” only counts if it’s busy, loud, or monetized. Now, when I sit with my animals, walk the land, or just observe a system doing its thing without my interference—I see that as success, not wasted time.

So I want to ask you: