36 hours living off-grid in an enchanting forest village (vlog)

I went off-grid for 36 hours where I found a silence only the middle of nowhere can hold. Tucked away in a hidden forest sanctuary, I lived in an ecological, solar-powered, and self-sustaining eco-village surrounded by redwoods, madrone trees, moss, wild turkeys, and deer. I went there seeking healthy discomfort, to step away from my daily conveniences as a way to ground, reset, and stretch myself toward inner expansion. What I found was far more layered. I found a deep sense of restoration, nervous system regulation, and serenity. There was no cell signal. No noise. No pollutants. Just the rhythm of the earth and my body remembering an ancient sense of peace. My days were filled with falling autumn leaves, cleansing forest rains, warm drinks, nourishing soups, journaling, reading, and explorative long walks where I discovered a redwood treehouse and an earthen sweat lodge. This experience was a beautiful introduction to off-grid living, a way of life I have found myself longing for ~ where I can live in harmony, reciprocation and connection with the land, and exist in village where we can honor the mother earth’s miracles together. This video is a full sensory immersion into my experience—an invitation to let your own nervous system regulate, allow your breath to steady, and your inner world to soften. My hope is that you feel the same calmness that washed over me, while you watch. I give thanks to ancestors of the Xa-Ben-Na-Po Band of Pomo Indians and also to their descendants who have tended to and inhabited this beautiful land for over 12,00 years. Thank you for journeying with me ⚘ I love you, Saka Our Digital Sanctuary ⚘ https://www.sakaessentials.com/ Our Market ⚘ https://www.sakaessentials.com/pages/... Our Space ⚘ https://www.sakaessentials.com/pages/... Our Community Playlists ⚘ https://open.spotify.com/user/dgcjld4... Can I write you a love letter? ⚘ https://sakaessentials.myflodesk.com/... Social media ⚘   / sakaessentials   Contact ⚘ [email protected] Chapters ~ 00:00-02:45: sinking into the ancient forest of Yookaiya 02:45-03:21: greeting the forest rain 03:21-08:12: rising reflections, dreams, and intentions 08:12-09:22: outdoor self care rituals 09:22-10:14: a nourishing start to the day 10:14-10:48: planning our day in the village 10:48-13:31: explorative moments that feel like Bridge to Terabithia 13:31-14:24: discovering a hidden, magical treehouse 14:24-16:56: the calming atmosphere that healed my nervous system 16:56-17:21: resonant words from today’s read 17:21-19:40: returning to our earthen home, feeling dreamy and cozy 19:40- 20:45: the art of making a warm drink 20:45-22:05: a wholesome meal and candlelight on a rainy afternoon 22:05-24:48: releasing and detoxing at the village sweat lodge 24:48-26:14: showering with the trees and stars 26:14-27:01: unwinding with the fire element 27:01-28:02: sitting with autumn rain, wildlife, and mossy trees 28:02-36:41 mountainside reflections, embracing my inner child, and tearful departure #offgridliving #forestretreat