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Daily Archives: 8th Jan 2026

When Childhood Was Lived, Not Logged

A reflective essay on growing up before social media, exploring first-hand childhood experiences, outdoor freedom, generational perspectives, and why many young people now step away from digital life,

Posted byEarthly Comforts8th Jan 20268th Jan 2026Posted inThe Gardener BlokeTags:Childhood, generations, outdoor play, Reflection, Social Media, Technology, WellbeingLeave a comment on When Childhood Was Lived, Not Logged

Is Gardening a Real Career?

A reflection on why gardening is dismissed as a “real career”, how young people are shaped by modern success stories, and why hands-on work may be more future-proof than we think.

Posted byEarthly Comforts8th Jan 202629th Dec 2025Posted inThe Gardener BlokeTags:AI, Future, Gardening, jobs, resilience, skills, The Gardener Bloke, youthLeave a comment on Is Gardening a Real Career?

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