The Village Blog

The Fall represents a time for both personal and environmental transformations. It’s the perfect time to reflect and embrace universal change brought about by source elements.

No one is perfect, which means neither are our meditation habits, but we should continue trying anyway. 

For centuries, cotton has been part of the rich socio-cultural tapestry of Ethiopian life. Ethiopia is known for some of the most beautiful, intricate textiles of the globe.  For generations, women have been responsible for the cultivation and hand-spinning of cotton into yarn. The yarn is often weaved into shemma, a hand-woven panel of fabric used in traditional Ethiopian clothing. The process of textile making shows how vital the family unit is to Ethiopian culture. The family and the extended family are genuinely the cruxes of society. Individuals are often valued and recognized for more than their own achievements and...

Taking time away from all the distressing media doesn’t mean you don’t care; it means you are prioritizing self-care, which is essential to your mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing!