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The Green Thread: Bitters, Psychedelics, and the Path to Permaculture Wisdom

It is a story as old as humanity, yet more vital today than ever before.

The Green Thread: Bitters, Psychedelics, and the Path to Permaculture Wisdom
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #biodiversity, #Collective_unconscious, #decentralization, #ethnobotany, #Psychedelics, #symbiosis, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 1, 2025March 1, 2025

Pronoia & Permaculture Design: Letting Life Work With You

It isn’t about reinventing the wheel—it’s about noticing the wheels already spinning.

Pronoia & Permaculture Design: Letting Life Work With You
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #community, #decentralization, #networking, #symbiosis, Blessed, PERMACULTURE-Posted on February 26, 2025March 1, 2025

Cultivating Well-Being: How Permaculture Design Heals the Mind, Body, and Earth

Share your permaculture journey and inspire others to join the movement!

Cultivating Well-Being: How Permaculture Design Heals the Mind, Body, and Earth
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #healing, #nature, PERMACULTURE-Posted on February 24, 2025February 24, 2025

5 Surprising Permaculture Design Myths Still Holding You Back in 2025

What’s holding you back in 2025?😲

5 Surprising Permaculture Design Myths Still Holding You Back in 2025
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #biodiversity, #community, #decentralization, #networking, #repair, PERMACULTURE-Posted on February 15, 2025February 16, 2025

**The True Cost of Urban Living: Why Rural Freedom and Permaculture Make Sense**

In today’s fast-paced, hyper-urbanized world, the cost of living seems to rise with every passing year. If you’re living in a densely populated area, you’ve likely noticed that nearly everything…

**The True Cost of Urban Living: Why Rural Freedom and Permaculture Make Sense**
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #countrylife, #foodforall, #rural, PERMACULTURE-Posted on February 12, 2025February 12, 2025

Turning Waste into Gold: The Untapped Potential of Urine as a Fertilizer in Permaculture

Urine is a powerhouse fertilizer, and it’s time we break the taboo and start seeing it for what it truly is—a valuable, readily available, and sustainable resource.

Turning Waste into Gold: The Untapped Potential of Urine as a Fertilizer in Permaculture
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #decentralization, #empower, #peeponics, #sustainable, PERMACULTURE-Posted on February 11, 2025February 11, 2025

The Illusion of Plenty: Why the Tourist Economy is Not Food Secure

Relying solely on tourism can lead to seasonal fluctuations, vulnerability to external factors, increased dependence on imported foods, and shifts in land use that threaten traditional agriculture.

The Illusion of Plenty: Why the Tourist Economy is Not Food Secure
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #Arenal, #Costa_Rica, #food_security, #tourism, PERMACULTURE-Posted on August 13, 2023August 13, 2023

Embracing Tool Libraries and Construction Leftovers Depots in Permaculture Design

Tool libraries and construction leftovers depots are integral elements in a holistic permaculture design.

Embracing Tool Libraries and Construction Leftovers Depots in Permaculture Design
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #repair, #Repurpose, #tool_library, PERMACULTURE-Posted on August 7, 2023August 7, 2023

Why to Organize a Permaculture Network?

Organizing a permaculture network can have many benefits for individuals and communities interested in sustainable agriculture and ecological design.

Why to Organize a Permaculture Network?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #Arenal, #biodiversity, #Collective_unconscious, #community, #Costa_Rica, #decentralization, #empower, #ethnobotany, #International-Permaculture-Day, #meaningful, #networking, PERMACULTURE, PURAVIDA-Posted on May 8, 2023May 8, 2023

Can We Parallel Insect & Mammal Societies?

Both bees and mammals have social hierarchies, with individuals occupying different roles and positions based on factors such as age, size, and reproductive status.

Can We Parallel Insect & Mammal Societies?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #apiculture, #biodiversity, #worldbeeday, PERMACULTURE-Posted on May 6, 2023May 6, 2023

Eat It or Build with It. Dendrocalamus Asper Is None Invasive Specie.

Its versatility, sustainability, and nutritional benefits make it an exciting area of study for researchers and food enthusiasts alike.

Eat It or Build with It. Dendrocalamus Asper Is None Invasive Specie.
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #dendrocalamus_asper, #ethnobotany, #fermentation, #medicinalplants, #perennial, foodforest, PERMACULTURE-Posted on April 13, 2023April 18, 2023

Permaculture Network Outcomes

Permaculture networks can have various outcomes depending on their goals and focus areas. Here are some examples of potential outcomes: Increased access to locally-grown food: Permaculture networks often focus on…

Permaculture Network Outcomes
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #decentralization, #home-grown, #networking, #perennial, #repair, #sustainable, foodforest, PERMACULTURE-Posted on April 9, 2023April 9, 2023

Permaculture Is to Replace What?

Unsustainable practices have significant negative impacts on the environment, human health, and social and economic systems.

Permaculture Is to Replace What?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #decentralization, #ethnobotany, #meaningful, #networking, #perennial, foodforest, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 23, 2023March 23, 2023

Permaculture & Collective Unconscious

Permaculture and collective unconscious intersect through the emphasis on interconnectedness…

Permaculture & Collective Unconscious
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #CGJung, #Collective_unconscious, #community, #decentralization, #Mollison, #Psychedelics, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 23, 2023March 23, 2023

Permaculture & Meaningfulness

When we work together in this way, we create a sense of shared purpose and meaning that is deeply fulfilling.

Permaculture & Meaningfulness
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #decentralization, #emotions, #empower, #meaningful, #networking, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 22, 2023March 22, 2023

#6 Is Way Cool

Lesser-Known Aspects of Kimchi

#6 Is Way Cool
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #Costa_Rica, #fermentation, #kimchi, #sustainable, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 15, 2023March 15, 2023

Is Being Sustainable Same As Voting for Peace?

Therefore, promoting sustainability is an important way to prevent conflicts and promote peace.

Is Being Sustainable Same As Voting for Peace?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #Costa_Rica, #peace, PERMACULTURE, sustainability-Posted on March 15, 2023March 15, 2023

Excited to Grow Tropical Lettuce?

Tropical lettuce varieties are better adapted to hot and humid climates.

Excited to Grow Tropical Lettuce?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #seeds, #tropical_lettuce, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 9, 2023March 9, 2023

Permaculture Cities Exist.

there are cities that have implemented permaculture principles in their urban planning and design.

Permaculture Cities Exist.
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #Melbourne, #Portland, #San_Francisco, #Seattle, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 8, 2023

Environmental grief

Yes, people can experience grief and other intense emotional reactions when they witness environmental destruction.

Environmental grief
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #emotions, #grief, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 8, 2023March 8, 2023

Emotions and Permaculture Connection.

Permaculture recognizes that everything in nature is interconnected and interdependent, and that humans are not separate from nature but a part of it. Similarly, emotions are not isolated experiences but are shaped by our relationships with other people and the world around us.

Emotions and Permaculture Connection.
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #community, #emotions, Blessed, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 8, 2023March 8, 2023

What’s So Great about Fermentation?

fermentation is a versatile and ancient technique that offers numerous benefits

What’s So Great about Fermentation?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #biodiversity, #fermentation, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 6, 2023March 6, 2023

Costa Rica Celebrates Permaculture

International Permaculture Day is a significant event in Costa Rica

Costa Rica Celebrates Permaculture
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #community, #decentralization, COSTARICA, PERMACULTURE, PURAVIDA-Posted on March 5, 2023March 5, 2023

What Will You Celebrate The First Sunday of May?

mimic the patterns and relationships found in natural ecosystems

What Will You Celebrate The First Sunday of May?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #decentralization, #networking, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 5, 2023

Why Should I Care Whether There Is a Forest If I Don’t Live in It?

forests provide important ecosystem services that are essential for human well-being

Why Should I Care Whether There Is a Forest If I Don’t Live in It?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #decentralization, #ecological_succession, foodforest, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 5, 2023

Ancestors Used Permaculture Principles

…up untill ww1 all agriculture was organic

Ancestors Used Permaculture Principles
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #decentralization, #networking, #smart_landscape, foodforest, PERMACULTURE-Posted on March 3, 2023

3 Permaculture Features That Have Nothing to Do with The Garden

Beyond Gardening

3 Permaculture Features That Have Nothing to Do with The Garden
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #community, #networking, #repair, PERMACULTURE, PURAVIDA-Posted on March 2, 2023March 2, 2023

Three Reasons Why Permaculture Is Decentralized

Here are three reasons why permaculture is decentralized:

Three Reasons Why Permaculture Is Decentralized
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #community, #decentralization, #networking, COSTARICA, PERMACULTURE, PURAVIDA-Posted on March 2, 2023

Who Can Use Permaculture?

Anyone can engage in permaculture design, regardless of age, background, or experience.

Who Can Use Permaculture?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #networking, PERMACULTURE, PURAVIDA-Posted on February 28, 2023

Permaculture Network Explained

The permaculture network is a decentralized and self-organizing system that operates at local, regional, and global scales.

Permaculture Network Explained
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #networking, COSTARICA, PERMACULTURE, PURAVIDA-Posted on February 28, 2023

Permaculture in Costa Rica

Costa Rica and Permaculture

Permaculture in Costa Rica
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #smart_landscape, COSTARICA, PERMACULTURE, PURAVIDA-Posted on February 28, 2023

Permaculture Design Application

when to resort to permaculture design?

Permaculture Design Application
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #ecological_succession, COSTARICA, foodforest, PERMACULTURE-Posted on February 28, 2023March 3, 2023

What Is Permaculture Design Good for?

permaculture design as a means of community building….

What Is Permaculture Design Good for?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged foodforest, PERMACULTURE-Posted on February 28, 2023

Role of Snakes

To learn to love snakes…

Role of Snakes
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged COSTARICA, foodforest, PERMACULTURE, PURAVIDA-Posted on February 28, 2023February 28, 2023

What Will Happen Regardless?

… how permaculture deals with free energy.

What Will Happen Regardless?
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #ecological_succession, Blessed, PERMACULTURE-Posted on February 6, 2023

La Muricata Farm Tour

DESCUBRE EL SABOR DE COSTA RICA A TRAVEZ DE SUS FRUTOS Y PLANTAS CON UNA HERMOSA VISTA DEL LAGO ARENAL!

La Muricata Farm Tour
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #Arenal, COSTARICA, foodforest, PERMACULTURE, PURAVIDA-Posted on January 27, 2023January 27, 2023

Beyond Honey

Pulling this one off involved danger, pain, exertion and improvisation. Right out of our alley. Pick your challenge. So grateful for this one.

by Tomas Ninger-Tagged beekeeping, challenge, PERMACULTURE-Posted on January 18, 2023January 18, 2023

The “Smartening” of a Landscape

“It is in our powers to culture and to thrive within Smart Landscapes. Will it ever be our mainstream intention?”

The “Smartening” of a Landscape
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged #smart_landscape, Blessed, foodforest, PERMACULTURE-Posted on January 9, 2023February 6, 2023

The Electric Side of Pollination

“In response to the positive potential of the air, negative charge builds up on the surface of the flowers through a process known as electrostatic induction …”

The Electric Side of Pollination
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged PERMACULTURE-Posted on January 7, 2023January 7, 2023

The Amazing Story of Vinegar

… begins with the organic ability of sugar production. Plants produce, use and store sugars within their sap or juice or, converted into starch, to be deposited through their seeds,…

The Amazing Story of Vinegar
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged Blessed, make yourself, Medicine, PERMACULTURE, plants, vinegar-Posted on January 7, 2023January 7, 2023

Hi Honey I Am Home!…

…. said the bee entering the hive. Bees love honey, so do very many other creatures, small and big, humans included. The relationship between humans and bees is ancient. Humans,…

Hi Honey I Am Home!…
by Tomas Ninger-Tagged Blessed, El Castillo, Family, foodforest, Medicine, meditation, PERMACULTURE, plants-Posted on January 4, 2023January 7, 2023