Permaculture and seeking a good life in a time of ecological decline and climate change
Have you ever felt that the ‘normal’ life presented to us, isn’t quite right? If you are anything like us, then you will probably see that our consumption-based society is looking pretty thin and fragile right now. But, what can we do about it?
Is it time to sidestep normal and seek out a better life? A life that is less harmful, more sustainable, and truly happier. That’s what we aim to do in side stepping normal.
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- Climate Change Part 3
by Matt Phillpott on December 2, 2025 at 9:51 amIn part 3 of 4 of this series focused on climate change I take a look at a TED Talk that was released in August 2024. This presentation provides a useful overview of where we are.
- Climate Change Part 2
by Matt Phillpott on November 4, 2025 at 10:50 amIn part 2 of 4, I explore the work of Jonathan Neale, who has assessed the IPCC reports about climate change and reflected on the challenges ahead. We also look at a IPCC 62nd session video.
- Climate Change Part 1
by Matt Phillpott on October 7, 2025 at 1:32 pmClimate change is the largest threat that humanity has probably faced. However, it is hard to write about it without despair, especially in this time of extreme denial. This is part 1 of 4.
- A stepping stone in the right direction – moving towards a law of ‘ecocide’
by Matt Phillpott on August 12, 2025 at 9:33 amThe Inter-American Court of Human Rights has affirmed that States have a legal duty to prevent irreversible environmental harm
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Tips and Tricks, recipes and more to help you to live a side stepping normal lifestyle
A list of some great resources that can be found across the Web.
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