I recently visited Findhorn, the spiritual and eco-community in Scotland which was founded in the early 60's. For a long time, I had wanted to experience Findhorn firsthand. Intrigued by its ethos, I delved into the essence of Findhorn and discovered profound lessons about myself, Mother Earth, and the intricacies of communal living. It was an eye-opening journey, revealing both the beauty and the challenges that shape such a community.
Meeting with the CEO of Findhorn Foundation, I posed many questions about how love, greed, and reality coexist within their unique structure. My questions were met with an openness I hadn’t expected, providing deep insights into the community's core values and struggles.
Findhorn has faced significant adversity, most notably the devastating arson attacks that targeted two of its central buildings. The arsonist, consciously or unconsciously, struck at the heart of the community, attempting to dismantle the very spirit that binds it together. Such acts often force us into individualistic survival mode, threatening the collective ethos.
Yet, as Terry Gilbey aptly put it, "Never let a crisis go to waste." In these words, I find a powerful reminder of resilience and the potential for a resurgence of deeper values and a fortified core, ready to embrace the future with renewed strength and unity.
Rebuilding Findhorn is in its early stages, but if the community can come together to relight the candle of hope for a better world and for the love it shares with Mother Nature, there is a real chance for transformative change.
This visit was a poignant reminder that even in the face of adversity, communities like Findhorn can emerge stronger, more connected, and more committed to their shared vision. Findhorn is not alone in facing a crisis; it's a current epidemic. Transformation is in the atmosphere, and with it, the hope for a better, more united world.
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VP – Business Operations and Human Capital at Vandstrom, Inc.
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