Edit Your Life | Simplify + Declutter Your Home, Time, and Mental Space Cultivating Relationships + Community (with Natasha Nicholes)
Jul 10, 2025
Natasha Nicholes, a community builder in Chicago, shares her inspiring journey of transforming her neighborhood and fostering connections. She dives into the significance of community ties and the emotional weight of relationships, including how trauma and loss can influence our attachment to material items. Natasha also discusses exciting plans for a community farm on vacant land, emphasizes the importance of direct communication in family dynamics, and explores the joy found in small, everyday delights. Her passion for stationery and local discovery adds a creative twist to the conversation.
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Full Household and Urban Farm
- Natasha has six humans and multiple dogs, including puppies, plus 60 chickens on her farm.
- Her household is lively and full, combining family life with active animal care on a city farm.
Community Anchored in Family and Neighborhood
- Strong community foundations rely on family, local friends, and neighbors.
- Local government and block clubs play key roles in nurturing urban community connections.
Urban Farm Builds Community Connection
- Natasha's urban farm started on a vacant lot to beautify the neighborhood and fill a fresh produce gap.
- Community members visit often, sharing advice and socializing, fostering local bonds.