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: - What’s something you’ve had to unlearn on this path? - Was it hard to let go of? - What changed for you after you did? Drop your answer below 👇Let’s give each other permission to release what no longer serves us.

Acting President of the Northwest permaculture convergence. Looking for other like-minded leaders in the Northwest Permaculture Community. In 2025, I started defining convergence as where two or more permaculture-minded individuals gather to share and exchange ideas and practice skills together. My question now is how are you getting together to make exchange in a good way? What are the regional benefits of your collective connections? How do we come together to support each other?

Fighting back the desert on this farm has been paramount. For 30 years this once-abundant farm has been turning to desert due to mismanagement. Today I install swales to capture and store water and plant fruit trees. Follow the full design, installation, and ongoing management of the system. Please feel free to like, comment and share! Helps video grow. Thanks ! Stefano

Hi all, year 2 on the farm and the permaculture garden has hit its stride!! My chook forage, medicinal herbs and even our food is starting to co-mingle nicely. We have seen bees for the first time, they were absent last year. Our kangaroo mob has split. Buck 'Big Jimmy' has given two first season girls to his son (who needs a name). We have been homeschooling some friend's kids. I have attached the worksheets in case anyone wants them. The biggest hit was the poo sheet. One chook keeps going broody, we broke the brood twice. She has been having special time in the vege garden with me. Anyway, October has given us a few frosts that we didn't expect, so that has cooled down the greenhouse and savaged the potatoes a bit. I will pop back in soon. Happy Spring from Australia

Explore a thriving example of permaculture design at Inspiration Farm, where careful homesteading practices create a lush food forest. This farm showcases regenerative agriculture and water-saving techniques, highlighting the possibilities of sustainable living through permaculture. See comment below for the EXTENDED SKOOL VERSION