Cal Newport has become a household name with regard to work, the digital space, and productivity. His book, Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout, was a timely read for me. I presume you’re probably like me: you need to grow in your commitment and rhythm of not idolizing work (i.e., finding your…| Theology Along the Way
This gift guide for backyard gardeners and permaculture gardeners will give you all kinds of ideas for the holiday and Christmas season. Find ideas for garden tools, gloves, seed starting, mini greenhouses, and more. You’ll find the perfect holiday gift for the gardener in your life! If you know someone who has a backyard garden,... Read More » The post Gift Guide for Backyard Gardeners & Permaculturists appeared first on Grow Forage Cook Ferment.| Grow Forage Cook Ferment
The era of noisy IPOs, debt-fueled expansion and corporate promises of dominance appears to be behind us. A quieter cannabis era is taking shape, defined by grounded projects and a return to the plant. In this High Times exclusive, we reveal one of them: a collective built around breeder recognition, born from late-night concerts and […] <p>The post From OG Kush to Chem91: Inside the New Collective Reviving Cannabis’ Genetic Roots first appeared on High Times.</p>| High Times
Due to the federal illegality of cannabis, no one is truly sure how many species of cannabis there are. However, sativa, indica and ruderalis are typically considered the three main species of cannabis, with top strains of each of these species sometimes combined to create hybrids. The post Species of Cannabis: Ruderalis and Hybrids appeared first on Cannabis Now.| Cannabis Now
Growing cannabis for the first time can alter a relationship with the plant. The post Becoming a Marijuana Farmer appeared first on Cannabis Now.| Cannabis Now
“If you do the job in a principled way, with diligence, energy, and patience, if you keep yourself free of distractions, and keep the spirit inside you undamaged as if you might have to give it back at any moment – if you embrace this without fear or expectations – […] The post Stoic Fulfillment in Practice: Marcus Aurelius on Principled Living appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
“If you shape your life according to nature, you will never be poor; if according to people’s opinions, you will never be rich.” Seneca, Letters From a Stoic, Letter XVI Seneca draws a sharp contrast between two ways of living: by nature, or by opinion. The position of Stoic philosophy […] The post Stoic Philosophy on Wealth: Seneca on Nature and True Riches appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Introduction Ataraxia (ἀταραξία) is often translated as tranquility or peace of mind. In simple terms, it describes a state of being undisturbed by worry, fear, or excessive desire. For Stoics, this calmness is not passive indifference but the active result of living in harmony with reason, virtue, and nature. Why […] The post What Is Ataraxia? Understanding the Stoic Meaning and Practice appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
“Philosophers exhort us not to be contented with mere learning, but to add practice also, and then training.” Epictetus, Discourses, Book 2, Chapter 9.13 Epictetus cuts straight to the heart of philosophy: knowledge without practice is empty. For the Stoics, reading and studying were never enough. What matters is what […] The post Stoic Practice and Training: Why Epictetus Said Learning Alone Is Not Enough appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Introduction: Living in Accord with Human Nature The Stoic discipline of action (Greek: hormē, Latin: actio) is about how we live in relation to others and the world. While the discipline of desire governs how we orient ourselves toward what is and is not under our control, and the discipline […] The post How to Practice the Stoic Discipline of Action appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Discover how Marcus Aurelius taught Stoic cheerfulness — a resilient, inner serenity that doesn’t depend on others. Learn practical ways to apply this timeless lesson to your daily life.| Via Stoica
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August 14, 2025 Episode #175: Outputs vs Outcomes: Why Counting Hours Isn’t Enough In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson dives into why it’s time to move beyond traditional volunteer metrics like hours logged and retention rates. She unpacks the difference between outputs and [...] The post 175 – Outputs vs Outcomes: Why Counting Hours Isn’t Enough appeared first on Tobi Johnson & Associates.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
Discover practical tips for writing effective volunteer emails that get opened, read, and acted on!| Tobi Johnson & Associates
“For the wise man regards wealth as a slave, the fool as a master, the wise man accords no importance to wealth, but in your eyes wealth is everything.” Seneca, Dialogues and Essays, On the Happy Life, 26 Seneca’s words strike at the core of one of humanity’s oldest temptations, […] The post What Is the Stoic View on Wealth? Seneca’s Timeless Advice appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
What is Autarkeia? Autarkeia (αὐτάρκεια) is the ancient Greek word for self-sufficiency or contentment through independence. In Stoicism, it doesn’t mean isolating yourself or rejecting all help from others. Instead, it’s about cultivating an inner strength so your well-being doesn’t depend on external events, possessions, or the opinions of others. […] The post What Is Autarkeia (αὐτάρκεια)? Understanding the Stoic Meaning Practice appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
“…you have not been invited to such a person’s banquet, because you have not paid him the price for which a meal is sold. It is sold for praise; it is sold for attention. Make up the price, then, if that is to your advantage. But if you would at […] The post Stoic View on Praise and Flattery: A Warning by Epictetus on Seeking Approval appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Introduction – The Gateway to Freedom In Stoic philosophy, your freedom begins in a single moment, the instant you decide whether to agree with what appears before your mind. This moment is called assent (synkatathesis, συγκατάθεσις), the voluntary act of the mind in accepting, rejecting, or suspending judgment about an […] The post How to Practice the Stoic Discipline of Assent appeared first on Via Stoica.| Via Stoica
Discover what Marcus Aurelius meant by “Self-reliance, always. And Cheerfulness.” Learn how to apply Stoic self-reliance in modern life with practical tips and timeless wisdom.| Via Stoica
Learn the Stoic approach to dealing with others from Marcus Aurelius. Discover how to navigate relationships with either instruction or endurance, and how Stoic teachings can guide your interactions.| Via Stoica
If you're anything like us, your August garden is starting to feel the heat! These seven tips will help you by saving water in the garden! The post 7 Water-Saving Tips for Your August Garden appeared first on Homesteading Family.| Homesteading Family
July 31, 2025 Episode #173: Is Your Volunteer Website Turning People Away? In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson shares valuable insights on how nonprofits can improve volunteer websites to attract and engage more volunteers effectively. Addressing common issues such as unclear value [...] The post 173 – Is Your Volunteer Website Turning People Away? appeared first on Tobi Johnson & Associates.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
Learn how to give clear, confident volunteer feedback that motivates, not alienates. Discover practical tips, real examples, and what to avoid.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
Prohairesis is your moral faculty of choice in Stoic philosophy. Learn what it means, why it matters, and how to practice it with clarity and confidence.| Via Stoica
Learn how Marcus Aurelius teaches us to listen with presence and purpose. Discover Stoic listening skills that build empathy, wisdom, and inner calm.| Via Stoica
Learn what propatheia (προπάθεια) means in Stoicism and how to apply this concept of pre-emotion to build calm, clarity, and emotional control.| Via Stoica
Learn the Stoic view on detachment from loved ones. Epictetus teaches us to love without clinging and find peace in impermanence. A reflection on real Stoic love and presence.| Via Stoica
July 17, 2025 Episode #171: Practical Community Building Tips for Your Volunteer Team In this episode of Volunteer Nation, Tobi Johnson dives into the heart of what makes a volunteer team truly thrive: community. Drawing from both personal experience and well-established sociological principles, Tobi explores five [...] The post 171 – Practical Community Building Tips for Your Volunteer Team appeared first on Tobi Johnson & Associates.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
July 10, 2025 Episode #170: My Top Takeaways from Giving USA 2025 In this episode of Volunteer Nation, Tobi Johnson dives into the key findings from the Giving USA 2025 report and uncovers the powerful link between volunteerism and philanthropy. Tobi explores how individual donors and [...] The post 170 – My Top Takeaways from Giving USA 2025 appeared first on Tobi Johnson & Associates.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
Discover expert strategies to meet core volunteer needs and create meaningful, engaging volunteer experiences that boost satisfaction and retention.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
Learn how to add the Meta Pixel to your WordPress site. Track conversions, set up events, & improve your ad targeting. Plugin & manual instructions.| Jetpack
Let’s kick it off. When the ora2know group started at DOAG conference in Nuernberg in November 2024, we committed ourselves to support them. And this is exactly the reason why I am going to i…| Upgrade your Database - NOW!
June 26, 2025 Episode #168: Note to Nonprofit Execs - Supporting Volunteers is Everyone's Job In this episode of Volunteer Nation, Tobi Johnson addresses a persistent and deeply rooted challenge in the nonprofit sector: the lack of buy-in and active support for volunteers across entire organizations—not [...] The post 168 – Note to Nonprofit Execs – Supporting Volunteers is Everyone’s Job appeared first on Tobi Johnson & Associates.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
Founder and CEO of Golden, Sam Fankuchen shares how nonprofit organizations can keep civic engagement alive amid uncertainty, disasters and funding cuts.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
This simple tutorial shows how to take cuttings from your pothos houseplant (Epipremnum aureum) and root them for new plants.| Empress of Dirt
Tips for keeping your outdoor grow happy and healthy.| Cannabis Now
Learn how to make your own comic book with our complete guide here.| Kickstarter Blog: Crowdfunding Tips, Stories & Insights
June 12, 2025 Episode #166: Train Volunteers with This Simple 4-Step Framework In this episode of Volunteer Nation, Tobi Johnson shares a simple yet powerful four-step framework to help you train volunteers more effectively. Drawing on decades of experience in instructional design and facilitation, Tobi breaks [...] The post 166 – Train Volunteers with This Simple 4-Step Framework appeared first on Tobi Johnson & Associates.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
How to Create a Life Plan that Drives Your Growth In this episode, Doug Smith joins Nick Poole on the Calvary Leadership Podcast to share his journey from being unaware... The post 429: How to Create a Life Plan that Drives Your Growth appeared first on L3 Leadership | Pittsburgh Leadership.| L3 Leadership | Pittsburgh Leadership
Adam Clarke wants you to get the most out of your indoor grow! In this article, he takes us through cleaning HVAC equipment to prevent mold.| Garden Culture Magazine
Learn which flowering bulbs come back each year, which don’t, and how to care for perennial varieties after blooming to give them the best chance of flowering again.| Empress of Dirt
DSAG Investment Report 2025: The general willingness to invest in IT solutions and also in SAP solutions con-tinues to increase. With regard to the SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions SAP Business Suite, SAP S/4HANA On-Premises and S/4HANA Cloud, it is clear that S/4HANA continues to gain in importance.| Deutschsprachige SAP ® Anwendergruppe e.V.
Even though there is plenty of flexibility about when to plant potatoes (see below), Good Friday has been the traditional day on which to plant. I asked Lia Leendertz, author of The Almanac: A Seasonal Guide To 2021, whether this really was the best idea. “It seems like odd advice to us now as the... Read more » The post When to plant potatoes appeared first on Otter Farm.| Otter Farm
In this post, I share my own radical approach to marketing, which is minimal and intentional—and how this approach to marketing doesn’t only feel good, but also helped me grow my business. The post How confident and intentional marketing has helped me grow my business appeared first on Astrid Bracke | small business mentoring.| Astrid Bracke | small business mentoring
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A smelly compost pile is a sign something's wrong. Learn why compost can smells like rotten eggs or ammonia and how to fix it with these simple steps.| Empress of Dirt
Wondering if crop rotation is really necessary in your home vegetable garden? This article explains why the practice may not offer much benefit in small, diverse gardens, and what to focus on instead for healthy, productive plants.| Empress of Dirt
Why do introverts need alone time? If you’ve ever loved one, you may have wondered. And if you are an introvert, like I am, you’ve likely thought at one point, Why does a simple brunch require an entire 48-hour recovery period? Let’s clarify: introverts aren’t antisocial, rude, or shy, at least not by definition. Like... The post Why Introverts Need Alone Time (and What You Can Do About It) appeared first on Wander Healthy.| Wander Healthy
When was the last time an emotion left an unforgettable impression on you? For me, there are several. Hiking in the mountains, waking up to a beautiful sunrise on the beach, traveling around Ireland and Iceland. Freedom, awe, vulnerability, connection, and playfulness. Emotions are at the heart of everything we experience, shaping how we perceive... The post Unique Resolutions for 2025 appeared first on Wander Healthy.| Wander Healthy
Dr. Rob Lion joins Tobi to discuss people-first leadership and fostering stronger collaboration between paid staff and volunteers.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
Wondering which fertilizer to use in your garden? This guide explains the differences between organic and synthetic fertilizers and how to choose the best option for your garden's long-term health.| Empress of Dirt
DSAG-Investitionsreport 2025: IT- und SAP-Investitionsbudgets steigen, Investitionsbereitschaft in zukunftsweisende Technologien wächst.| dsag.de
Anne is our lovely guide this week, and she really made me think…a long time before deciding. Let’s begin with the beginning…My grandmother is the person I owe maybe most of my in…| Leya
Finding Kickstarter fulfillment complex? Find out how to reduce costs and create a delivery experience your backers love with Easyship today!| Kickstarter Blog: Crowdfunding Tips, Stories & Insights
Knowing your garden’s growing conditions helps you select the right plants, plan for seasonal changes, and make sustainable choices. Use these tips to create your own garden profile, covering everything from frost dates to soil health, for better planning and long-term success.| Empress of Dirt
DSAG welcomes SAP's strategic direction, which the software manufacturer communicated at the “Business Unleashed” event on February 13, 2025. Read the press release with the assessment of the SAP announcements on SAP Business Suite and SAP Business Data Cloud.| Deutschsprachige SAP ® Anwendergruppe e.V.
Die DSAG begrüßt die strategische Ausrichtung von SAP, die der Software-Hersteller im Rahmen des Events "Business Unleashed" am 13. Februar 2025 kommuniziert hat. Lest jetzt die Pressemitteilung mit der Einschätzung zu den SAP-Ankündigungen zu SAP Business Suite und zur SAP Business Data Cloud.| Deutschsprachige SAP ® Anwendergruppe e.V.
Photographer Justin Cannabis shines a light on California’s regenerative pot farms in his book.| Cannabis Now
Tobi addresses the critical need for nonprofits to engage in advocacy and provides actionable steps and dispels myths around these activities.| Tobi Johnson & Associates
Tobi dives into how to expand volunteer jobs at your nonprofit, and shares a step-by-step approach to unlocking the full potential of volunteers!| Tobi Johnson & Associates
How Tovala used Kickstarter to turn a bold idea into a thriving business, having shipped 30 million meals and counting.| Kickstarter Blog: Crowdfunding Tips, Stories & Insights
Learn how to ferment chicken feed for healthier chickens that cost less money to feed. Follow my easy four-step method to save money on feed!| Homesteading Family
Tobi shares her insights on developing an impactful volunteer recruitment flyer, the 3 big problems nonprofit organizations make and how you can avoid them!| Tobi Johnson & Associates
Cuban oregano is easy to grow in containers, which allows gardeners in cool regions to grow this pungent and pretty herb.| Attainable Sustainable®
Delicate, full of flavor, and packed with brilliant sweet juice, boysenberries were created by bringing together blackberries, raspberries, loganberries, and dewberries, resulting in a bramble that produces large, dark purple fruits. Delicious in cobblers, pies, preserves, and sauces, as well as an absolute treat to eat fresh, this uncommon berry is often overlooked due to... The post How to Plant & Grow Boysenberries appeared first on Unruly Gardening.| Unruly Gardening
In a world that often prioritizes personal fulfillment and happiness, it’s easy to forget that God’s ultimate goal for us is holiness. Our culture is centered on success, recognition, and the pursuit of fulfilling our "passion," but these things are often fleeting, influenced by circumstances and seasons. As women in church leadership, we will inevitably face seasons where we want to quit or question our calling altogether. In those moments, God is seeking something deeper than what we do...| Church Answers
Join us for this podcast episode on how to get rid of grass in the garden as we discuss the problems, what we've tried, and what we're doing.| Homesteading Family
What if I told you there's a simple solution that can help you grow more tomatoes in less area? Introducing the tomato string trellis!| Homesteading Family
The pressure to be perfect can be a crippling weight for leaders. Society often paints a picture of leadership as a flawless pursuit, where challenges are effortlessly overcome and success is guaranteed. However, the reality is far more complex. Behind the scenes, leaders grapple with immense pressure, uncertainty, and the weight of expectations.| Church Answers
From a blank slate to 100K visitors: Explore the journey and strategies to achieving 100K website visitors in 6 months!| Create & Grow
Grow your own edible flowers to spice up your salads, pesto, side dishes, compound butters, and more. Or learn which ones you already grow!| Joybilee® Farm | DIY | Herbs | Gardening |
Follow these tips to harvest and store seeds from your flowers, fruits, and veggies. With the right timing and storage, you'll have free seeds ready for next season.| Empress of Dirt
Use this tip while your flowers are blooming to guarantee you save top-quality seeds for next year’s planting. The healthiest flowers, fruits, and vegetables have superior genetics, so be sure to mark your best for later.| Empress of Dirt
Whether you’re a long-time backer or a creator aiming to attract serious support, understanding the Superbacker community is essential.| Kickstarter Blog: Crowdfunding Tips, Stories & Insights
This seed viability chart lists how long you can expect packets of garden seeds to remain viable. Each seed type has its own shelf life, making it essential to list "sow before" dates on your seed packets for optimal success.| Empress of Dirt
Learn the basics of how to start seeds indoors with this helpful step-by-step guide to extend your garden season and grow quality seedlings.| Homesteading Family
Use this spring gardening checklist to get your garden in shape as the days become warmer and longer. While some tasks should wait until after last frost, there are plenty of things to do now.| Empress of Dirt
Thinking of starting a vegetable garden but you have slugs around? You may be asking yourself, do slugs eat plants? The simple answer is, yes, slugs eat plants. They are known to feed on a wide variety of living plant material, which can include leaves, flowers, fruits, and even the bark of some younger plants.Continue Reading... The post Do Slugs Eat Plants? How To Get Rid Of Them And Snails appeared first on Reuse Grow Enjoy.| Reuse Grow Enjoy
Say goodbye to pesky pests and keep your plants healthy and thriving with these effective tips on How To Prevent Flies From Indoor Plants..| Reuse Grow Enjoy
With the release of GMO seeds being sold to the home gardener, there are some important factors to know. Learn more here.| Homesteading Family
If you started seeds indoors and they are not germinating, or they have sprouted but they are failing to thrive, this should help you troubleshoot the problem.| Empress of Dirt
Growing perennial plants on the homestead is our greatest form or resiliency when it comes to food production.| Homesteading Family
Get a Peace Lily and not sure how to care for it? Learn Tips To Care For Peace Lily Plant & How Often To Water peace lily plants.| Reuse Grow Enjoy
Reflecting on 2023 and Anticipating 2024's Breakthroughs in Publishing.| Kickstarter Blog: Crowdfunding Tips, Stories & Insights
Starting pepper plants from seed is simple for experienced gardeners and newbies alike. Follow these simple steps to grow your own peppers from seed.| Modern Harvest
Boost your strawberry harvest with companion planting! Learn how to enhance growth, flavor and pest resistance by choosing the right plants.| Boreal Bloom Homestead
Discover the perfect plant partners to enhance your potato crop. From marigolds to beans, learn to maximize growth, and repel pests naturally| Boreal Bloom Homestead
From shade-tolerant perennials that brighten up those less sunny spots, to sun-loving perennials that soak up every ray with joy, the world of Zone 4 perennials is diverse.| Modern Harvest
Choosing a persimmon tree depends on how you plan to use the persimmons you grow. Persimmon varieties vary in flavor & texture -- choose the best persimmon!| Attainable Sustainable®
Wondering which perennials will thrive in your cool climate garden? This list of zone 3 perennials includes 20 of the best shade + sun loving varieties.| Modern Harvest
Long blooming perennial serve as the backbone of your garden, providing a reliable and consistent source of beauty all summer long.| Modern Harvest
Winter gardening: Time to choose your bare root fruit trees for your home orchard! You'll have a better selection now, too, before trees leaf out.| Attainable Sustainable®
The advantage of mulching in a garden can't be overstated. From moisture retention to weed suppression and beyond, this tactic is a winner!| Attainable Sustainable®
Follow these no till gardening steps to move toward a low maintenance garden with a flourishing ecosystem and bountiful harvests.| Modern Harvest
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