As per pg 85:
The self audit process
*list needs, wants, addictions, abilities, liabilities, and responsibilities
*consider the influences/connections
*map material and energy flows and personal movement patterns
*look for the easiest opportunities for reducing dependence, minimizing harm, and improving quality of life
*make small changes
*review audit regularly
Look for this audit soon!
As per page 45
"Household storages of energy"
*diverse
*small
*dispersed
*easily used
*not rich or portable enough to attract much attention from thieves and those seeking to monopolize wealth
For example, a seedbox, a cellar/pantry full, and a 2year stack of firewood.
Modesty is key
Calcium/potassium balance is crucial
Permaculture: Principles & Pathways Beyond Sustainability by David Holmgren
From the front: 12 principles
1]observe and interact
2]catch and store energy
3]obtain a yeild
4]apply self regulation and accept feedback
5]use and value renewable resources and services
6]produce no waste
7]design from patterns to details
8]integrate rather than segregate
9]use small and slow solutions
10]use and value diversity
11]use edges and value the marginal
12]creatively use and respond to change
