Anna Murphy, originally from Ireland, is a civil engineer and learning herbalist at Schweibenalp Zentrum der Einheit in Switzerland.

Schweibenalp is a vibrant community at 1,100 meters above sea level, dedicated to sustainable living and holistic transformation. They run a seminar center, Alpine Permaculture, and the Temple of Unity. For over 40 years, the Center of Unity has nurtured universal spirituality. I had the pleasure of experiencing life there at Dages Juvelier Keates' retreat end of March.

In this enlightening conversation, Anna shares her transformative journey to living at Schweibenalp 8 months of the year and working with plants. She discusses her deep connection with plants, their personalities, and the wisdom they impart. Anna reflects on the importance of skepticism in her journey, the medicinal benefits of various plants, and how to maintain a connection with nature in urban settings. The conversation culminates in profound insights about the joy and grounding that nature provides, emphasizing the need for mindfulness and presence in our daily lives.

Happy listening 🌻