The Enchanted Earth Podcast with Maureen Calamia

Finding Silence, Freedom & Authenticity with Vanessa Champion | The Enchanted Earth Podcast

Maureen Calamia

Join Maureen on the Enchanted Earth Podcast as she converses with Vanessa Champion, founder of the Journal of Biophilic Design and PhotoAid Global Foundation. Discover how biophilia, the innate human connection to nature, can transform our built environments and promote well-being. Vanessa shares personal stories about her journeys and experiences in nature, emphasizing the importance of integrating natural elements into our daily lives and built spaces. Tune in to learn how you can bring the healing power of nature into your hospitals, schools, workplaces, and homes for a more balanced and joyful life.

00:40 Meet Vanessa Champion: A Renaissance Woman

01:52 Understanding Biophilia and Biophilic Design

04:07 The Connection Between Biophilia and Feng Shui

08:39 Vanessa's Childhood and Early Connection to Nature

11:43 The Healing Power of Nature

14:50 The Importance of Conscious Living

24:11 The Importance of Biophilic Design

25:01 Squirrel Rescues and Outdoor Observations

26:31 Stories from the Mountains and Beyond

27:43 A Transformative Safari Experience

30:10 The Mystical Energy of Kenya

32:09 Reflections on Biophilic Design and Personal Growth

37:58 The Power of Nature in Everyday Life

43:14 Final Thoughts and Practical Tips

45:54 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

 

About Vanessa Champion – 

Originally an academic at UCL, Ness has a PhD in Greek and Latin, who also worked in the British Museum, honing her interest in research in how societies flourish and how the visual environment informs our behaviours. After editing a London newspaper and setting up her own media company, she founded The Journal of Biophilic Design to share interviews with thought leaders on how biophilia supports wellbeing for people, planet and place. A serial traveller and professional photographer, Ness creates “Virtual Nature Walls” for healthcare, schools, offices and homes. Ness is also founder of PhotoAid Global Foundation.

About Maureen Calamia
Maureen Calamia has been a seeker all her life, tapping into the magic of nature, dreams, and consciousness to unearth truths of our ancient connection to heaven and earth. A teacher, author, and podcaster, she shares stories of greater meaning, purpose, and resonance with all of nature’s beings. Founded the Luminous Spaces School with online courses in feng shui, earth energy healing, biophilic design, and nature spirituality. Maureen offers private mentoring to those seeking self-discovery support. Her newest book, The Enchanted Earth: Embracing the Power of Nature to Discover the Wild in You (Mango, 2024), is available wherever online books are sold.

COURSE OFFERINGS AND CONSULTATIONS: https://www.luminous-spaces.com/

BOOK - The Enchanted Earth: Embracing the Power of Nature to Discover the Wild in You: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-enchanted-earth-maureen-calamia/21477870?ean=9781684816859

SPEAKING: https://www.luminous-spaces.com/feng-shui-speaker/

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