The Forest Floor Podcast
The Forest Floor Podcast
Podcast Description
An experimental series of conversations from the forest floor that offers a unique ecological lens on life, making complex concepts accessible through natural metaphors and real-world applications.
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The show delves into themes of ecological consciousness, community connection, and personal growth, with episodes exploring topics such as the human-nature relationship, local knowledge, and cultural heritage, as exemplified by discussions on composting ideas and the significance of quiet reflection in nature.

An experimental series of conversations from the forest floor that offers a unique ecological lens on life, making complex concepts accessible through natural metaphors and real-world applications.
On Feeling, Death and Relational Becoming
In this episode of the Forest Floor podcast, host Simon Wong explores the temperate rainforest of Endeavour Fern Gully in Red Hill, located on the traditional lands of the Boonwurrung People. His guest, Jan Dwipa, shares his profound connection with nature, and the conversation delves deeply into the emotional and spiritual ties to the forest, the lessons it offers and how it intertwines with Jan's personal experiences of grief and mental health. The discussion also touches on Jan's global initiative 'Plant It For The Planet' and the symbolic wisdom provided by bees. Join them as they walk through the ancient Fern Gully, uncovering the interwoven stories of nature, human emotion and community.
Host: Simon Wong
Episode Length: 51:37
00:56 Meet Jan Dwipa
03:57 The Interconnection of Qigong and Nature
05:43 Beekeeping and Emotional Connections
07:13 The Healing Power of Nature
20:43 Reflections on Life, Death and Emotions
29:54 Plant It For The Planet: A Story of Action
32:34 Lessons from Bees: Community and Presence
45:54 The Philosophy of Borders and Ownership
48:54 Final Reflections and Gratitude

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