Ep 1 Part 2: Our Story of Healing, Homesteading & Creating a Life Aligned With Nature

Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

In Part 2 of this conversation, Lindsay and Scott share the story of how their relationship, and eventually their life’s work, began unfolding through nature, farming, healing, and deep community connection.

After reconnecting with the natural world in college, Lindsay found herself increasingly drawn toward healing the body, while Scott’s lifelong connection to the Earth continued to deepen through ecology education, gardening, and farming. Shortly after meeting at the Ecology School in Maine, the two quickly realized they were meant to build something meaningful together.

What followed was a journey filled with WWOOFing adventures, community gardening, food education, music, herbal medicine, farmers markets, homesteading, and eventually the creation of Alchemy Gardens — the farm and healing-centered life they would spend years building together.

Throughout this episode, they reflect on:

what it felt like to reconnect with the Earth after years of disconnection
how growing food transformed their understanding of nourishment and community
the unexpected manifestation moments that shaped their path
their early years learning to farm and live more intentionally
Lindsay’s growing connection to bodywork and fascial healing
creating a family life rooted in nature, simplicity, and purpose
why slowing down and reconnecting to the land feels so important right now

They also share the inspiration behind their upcoming Homestead & Heal retreats - immersive experiences designed to help people reconnect with their bodies, the Earth, and a more grounded, nourishing way of living through homesteading skills, herbal medicine, bodywork, healing practices, and intentional rest.

This episode is ultimately about remembering what matters:
community, connection, healing, creativity, nourishment, and building a life that feels deeply aligned.

Mentioned in this episode:

WWOOF (Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms)
Alchemy Gardens
Herbal medicine
Fascial healing & bodywork
Homesteading & food sovereignty
Farmers markets & community living
Homestead & Heal retreats

To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net

Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/

Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/

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Ep 1: Part 1: Our Story of Healing, Homesteading & Creating a Life Aligned With Nature

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Hi! Were Scott & Lindsay, were so excited to be on this podcast journey with you.

In this first episode, we share the story behind the life we’ve built together, and the experiences that led us back to the body, the earth, and a more intentional way of living.

We open up about childhood experiences, disconnection, healing, nature, family, and the path that eventually brought us to creating a life centered around homesteading, embodiment, and deep connection to the rhythms of the natural world.

Together, we reflect on:

Growing up with very different relationships to nature and the body
The impact of trauma, instability, and modern life
How healing through fascia work, nature, and seasonal living changed our lives
Scott’s deep ancestral connection to the land and traditional ways of living
Lindsay’s journey through emotional healing and reconnecting with her body
The beauty and challenges of building an intentional life together
Why we believe so many people are longing for a slower, more connected way of being

We also share the vision behind our Homestead & Heal retreats in Vermont and our hope of creating spaces where others can reconnect with themselves, the earth, and what truly matters.

This conversation is an invitation into our world, our story, and the life we are continually learning to co-create with nature.