Village Life Insights

The Meaning of Pioneering

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rama strawberry

Vedic Eco Village is in the pioneering phase. Pioneering means doing something that has not been done before. Synonyms like groundbreaking and trailblazing can also be used literally for the work happening here. In the context of community development, it refers to introducing systems and infrastructure that allow more people to plug in.

Vedic Villages have certainly been done before, but not in the Canadian climate amidst the collapse of modern civilization. This is our novelty and what sets our innovations and challenges apart.

The Vedic Eco Village in Western Canada has been pioneered for eight years, the time it takes to establish fruit orchards, build soil, implement waterlines, roads, landing sites and forest stewardship practices. 

Preparing to Go Off-Grid

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Many people around the world are considering an off-grid lifestyle, whether that means self-sufficient homesteading or a nomadic way of life. Whatever the reason, there is no better time to start getting ready for a shift. 

Whether it's disaster preparedness or the pursuit of freedom, this process is about more than just buying the right tools and stocking up on our favourite foods. It's a frame of mind, a way of being, and a detoxification that takes time and dedication. 

Here is a list of recommended processes to help prepare for the change:

The Importance of Hearing

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Hari Kirtana Dāsa: I have another question. Devotees often argue that, "na me bhakta pranaśyati", that my devotees never perish and that devotees are generally practicing devotional services like Sravanam, kirtanam, smaranam, well in the city. So what is the need, really, to build villages and shift there? People's lifespan as it is, is very short. How to defeat this argument?