Episode notes
In this Sifting Session, Karen shares the story behind last week’s conversation with gardener and author Charles Dowding and a lesson that came from a rather humbling mistake.
When a technical error erased an entire interview (except for the final five minutes), what began as panic and embarrassment turned into an unexpected teacher ... one that spoke of humility, grace, and the quiet power of second chances.
In this reflective solo episode, Karen explores ...
🌱 How mistakes strip us back to what really matters.
🌿 Why grace and generosity often grow in the space where things go wrong.
🍂 What psychology and nature can teach us about failure, learning, and growth.
🌾 How to move from self-criticism to self-compassion and start again, wiser.
Rooted in real experience and gentle reflection, this episode ...