The Return with Darren Silver
The Return with Darren Silver
Podcast Description
The Return podcast explores initiation through the lens of earth and culture. With thought leaders, teachers, authors and many more, host Darren Silver wanders the landscape of initiation and the skills needed during a time of transition. We discuss containers of initiation, including earth based, romantic, mythological, youth, elderhood and much more.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a diverse range of themes related to initiation, including earth-based practices, spiritual journeys, and collective narratives. Notable episodes feature discussions on Mary Magdalene and her influence as an apostle, Gnostic texts, and the concept of sacred union. Other episodes delve into the philosophy of choice in healing, highlighting the importance of personal growth and community support, while exploring paradigms that influence our healing journeys.
The Return podcast explores initiation through the lens of earth and culture. With thought leaders, teachers, authors and many more, host Darren Silver wanders the landscape of initiation and the skills needed during a time of transition. We discuss containers of initiation, including earth based, romantic, mythological, youth, elderhood and much more.
Talking Points:
Forest gardening, regenerative design, ecological relationships, biodiversity, failure, colonial mindset, healing, interconnectedness, cultural identity
Summary
In this engaging conversation, Tony Troia shares his journey as a gardener, builder, beekeeper, and yogi, emphasizing the importance of beauty and connection to the land. He discusses the evolution of his forest garden, the lessons learned through failure, and the intricate relationships between plants and ecosystems. The dialogue explores the impact of colonial mindsets on our relationship with nature, the healing potential of regenerative practices, and the importance of community and culture in fostering a deeper connection to the environment. Tony also shares practical steps for individuals to reconnect with their surroundings and highlights his current projects in sustainable agriculture and beekeeping.
Takeaways:
Humans have the potential to be healers of the land.
The colonial mindset creates a fragmented worldview, alienating people from nature.
Healing the land can also lead to healing oneself.
Cultural identity is deeply tied to the land and environment.
Rituals and repetition can help us let go of the need for certainty.
Practical steps can be taken to reconnect with nature and our surroundings.
Emergence in nature is a process that requires patience and observation.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Tony Troia and His Journey
04:18 The Evolution of the Forest Garden
06:56 Learning Through Failure in Gardening
10:08 Understanding Relationships in Nature
13:14 The Role of Humans as Caretakers
16:08 Cultural Reflections and the State of Society
19:11 Deconditioning the Mind and Finding Connection
22:03 Practical Steps for Reconnecting with Nature
25:15 The Importance of Observation and Experimentation
43:51 The Power of Doing Less
46:57 Emergence and Complexity in Nature
48:57 Creating Conditions for Healing
50:47 Dancing with Mystery and Uncertainty
53:02 Repetition vs. Certainty
58:08 Exploring Colonial Worldviews
01:02:10 The Importance of Indigenous Knowledge
01:07:40 Returning to Connection with Nature
01:09:58 Current Projects and Future Aspirations
To learn more about Darren go to: www.darrensilver.earth
To learn more about Tony go to: www.redsunasheville.com/
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