Good Dirt

In our fast-paced, convenience-driven world, we’ve made our waste invisible. But 'out of sight' isn't out of existence, and our wastefulness is creating big problems for future generations.True self-awareness starts with taking responsibility for what we throw away. On today's show, author Cassandra Marketos joins us to reframe composting from a messy chore into an easy-as-pie, grounding antidote to instant gratification that teaches us slowness, observation, and presence. Here's a preview: [5:00] Nature wants to decompose, no expensive gadgets or insane time commitments required![11:00] Composting is "soul-opening". Here's how[16:00] You literally can't get composting wrong! Browns, greens and other tips to get started[29:00] Troubleshooting Stephanie's backyard compost pile[33:00] Ready to level up? Here's how to supercharge your composting habit Resources mentioned:Compost After Reading: A Practical Manifesto for Purposeful Decomposition (via bookshop.org)The Rot (via Substack)Next Book Club! Nov. 4 7:30pm EST Book: TRASH! A Garbageman's Story This show is listener-supported. Thank you for supporting!Join our (free!) Facebook community here.Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube @sustainableminimalistsSay hello! MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sustainable-minimalists2448/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy