My guest today is Erin Flynn, co-founder of the certified organic farm, Green Gate Farms. Erin shares the history of the farm and the vision for a tiny home agrihood in Austin, TX that became a reality - and my home! Our conversation – recorded on Earth Day – highlights that the farm has been more than just an agricultural endeavor as it has supported the local community for 20 years.

In this episode:

• The origin of Green Gate Farms
• The agrihood concept that saved the farm
• The impact of community-supported agriculture
• Practical ways listeners can connect with nature, support local farms, and advocate for sustainable communities

Guest links:

• Green Gate Farms: https://www.greengatefarms.net/
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• The Green Amendment: https://a.co/d/0eHE7jXK
• From What Is to What If: https://a.co/d/0cNqgTIh

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Episode 1 explores the essence of connected simplicity — a way to declutter not just your space, but your mind and soul. I'm sharing my personal journey toward a simpler, more connected life and providing three actionable steps you can start implementing today to shift your own life towards simplicity.

In this episode:

• The books that led me to pursue simplicity
• Moving from controlling my external environment to finding internal peace
• The puzzle piece I was missing - reconnecting to nature, others, spirituality, and myself
• Downsizing to a tiny home
• Three simple actions you can implement today for greater peace and simplicity

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• Linktree: https://linktr.ee/suzannesearcyjohnson
• Private Coaching: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/work-with-me/
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Mentioned in this episode:

• Simplify Your Life by Elaine St. James
• The Simple Life by Charles Wagner
• Beyond Decluttering: 40 days to experiencing simplicity through connection