E10 - Redefining Rich with Shannon Hayes: Living Sustainably and Unschooling for a Fulfilling Life

What if you could redefine success and find true liberation in your life?

In this episode with Shannon Hayes, a passionate advocate for sustainable agriculture and radical homemaking, we'll discuss how walking our own path can sometimes be perceived as a judgment of others' values and how this can impact our relationships with those around us.

Shannon also sheds light on the importance of self-sufficiency and community sharing and how these practices can improve both our mental health and our connections with others. You'll learn how swapping resources with neighbors and being resourceful can lead to a more fulfilling life.

Shannon grew up on a farm in upstate New York, where she learned to appreciate the value of hard work, self-sufficiency, and the importance of living in harmony with the environment. After studying at Cornell University and obtaining a PhD in sustainable agriculture and community development, Shannon returned to her roots and started Sap Bush Hollow Farm with her family. Shannon has become a leading voice in sustainable agriculture and homesteading communities through her work at the farm.

As a leading voice in the sustainable lifestyle, Shannon challenges traditional employment-centered views of financial success.She stands as an inspirational figure for those seeking a more sustainable and mindful lifestyle, encouraging individuals to foster resilient communities and environmental harmony.

Shannon Hayes advocates for "radical homemaking," a term she coined to describe a lifestyle that prioritizes home and community-centered work as a means of sustainable living. She is an accomplished writer, having authored several books, most importantly "Radical Homemakers: Reclaiming Domesticity from a Consumer Culture" and "Redefining Rich: Achieving True Wealth with Small Business, Side Hustles, & Smart Living." Her writing is focused on the intersection of sustainable agriculture, community development, and social justice.

Join us in this exploration of Radical Homemaking to delve into identity, relationships, and passion and to learn how resource exchange can lead to a more fulfilling life.

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🗓️ Recorded January 26th, 2023. 📍Casa Nina, Sampieri, Sicily, Italy.

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