In the 1970s, while living on Saltspring Island, Canada, I learned about the community at Findhorn. Drawn by its mystical reputation, I visited in 1975 and, despite an initial attempt to leave, stayed for a decade. I left my old life behind to work closely with the community’s founders, Peter, Eileen, and Joanie, whom I saw as family.

In those days life at Findhorn was disciplined, almost monastic, with communal living and a strong emphasis on spiritual practice. I was one of the first women to join the construction team, building the Universal Hall, and experienced first-hand the powerful, guiding intuition I’ve relied on throughout my life.

The community was vibrant and intense, fuelled by creative, spiritual, and emotional energy. We worked and lived closely, fostering deep connections and a strong sense of family. Though times were chaotic, we were committed to building a peaceful world.

I believe our core values, now more mainstream, continue to guide us in finding new ways to evolve humanity, and I’m grateful to see newer generations carrying that torch.

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Our Findhorn Barrel is a podcast series started by Alex Wright and Callum Bell in February 2023. Click here for a list of other podcasts in the series.