Yuri Smirnov's Blog (108)

My friend Kumar Alzhanov, the artist, inspired by the Ringing Cedars of Russia book series, is offering his artworks for sale.

Please enjoy the photos of his works: https://www.pinterest.ru/vestnikra/ringing-cedars-inspiration/ Some pictures are available here:…

Yury Smirnov here, eco entrepreneur, sustainable homesteader, inspired by the Ringing Cedars of Russia book series. Striving to live in harmony with nature, the people and my own self. Please read about my life path here: https://ecominded.net/your-guide-and-translator…

On my spiritual journey I have read hundreds of books on spirituality, self-development and sustainability. And of all that variety of books I selected just a few, best of the best in my spiritual library, those that combine deep sense of spirituality with practical skills and knowledge: https://ecominded.net/recommended-books - you can order them on Amazon! Some of these…

I believe that you always choose the best to lead a happy, fulfilling life and the things listed below are so impressive that I could not stop myself from sharing them with you.

9 superior choices to fulfil yourself:

1. Grow your own food that heals the body and feeds the soul:…

Welcome to Vegan Paradise: https://ecominded.net/organic-grains !

Place an order for gluten free #organic flours and food mixes: porridge, soup, cutlets. Enjoy raw #superfood and ready for germination whole-grains (wheat, rye, rice, buckwheat, amaranth, #hemp, oats, polba, chia, etc) - great for #vegans and raw foodists:…

At the end of July president Vladimir Putin said the country's coronavirus outbreak had stabilized. It gives hope that the lockdown restrictions will be lifted soon and Russia will open the borders for the foreigners. It means that our September dolmen tour (Vedic Russia retreat) can still take place this year (September 19th to 28th).

So once again, we invite you to see mysterious dolmens, enjoy the festival of…

My dear friends,

Following up on the news about Russia, we reveal some essential tips for acquiring land in Russia: https://ecominded.net/buy-land-russia This article will be especially interesting for sustainable living enthusiasts inspired by Anastasia's vision from the Ringing Cedars of Russia book series, who want to relocate to Russia and create their Kin's…

1. Breaking news: Russian Government creates a program for obtaining free land in the Russian Federation, similar to the "Far East Hectare": https://ecominded.net/land-giveaway-russia

It will allow one to register ownership of land plots remotely, without…

Please check and support the project of greenhouse that requires no heat in winter and will never overheat in summer:

Truly Passive Greenhouse…

My Russian friend and inventor developed an Off-The-Water-Grid eco dome home with it’s own:

* custom gutter for RAIN WATER HARVESTING

* micro bio char treatment plant for RAIN…

Whereas some Russians still choose to move abroad, in recent times more foreigners from the USA, UK, Europe and Asia are deciding to relocate to Russia. Please watch this video to find out WHY…

Here we have something special for everyone - please click on the inks below:  



For organic gardeners: we are sharing our own experience in no dig (no till) sustainable organic gardening: planting tomatoes in a natural easy way: …

Sharing our own experience in no dig sustainable organic gardening: planting tomatoes in a natural easy way: https://ecominded.net/no-dig-gardening (video available) - please share if you like it.…

If you got sick of being quarantined, look at it as a great opportunity for self-development, self-improvement, self-education. There are lots of self-learninng trainings and courses on different topics and we are happy to offer you some of them: https://ecominded.net/lockdown_benefits - share with…

These 8 DVDs show you all about rocket mass heaters and wood burning stoves: different types, the benefits, how to make and how to use them: https://permies.com/wiki/63928f301…

1. Check this new permaculture book by Paul Wheaton and Shawn Klassen-Koop: "Building a Better World in Your Backyard Instead of Being Angry at Bad Guys" - https://permies.com/t/112519f301 - ebook, audiobook and physical book are available.

It takes a look at some of the things that the average person can do, like really saving energy, growing gobs of food…

Great news for organic gardeners, sustainable living practitioners and permaculturists.

Learn about an innovative bio-fertilizer Baikal EM1, that consists of lactic acid bacteria,…

Breaking news about new pandemic - I am sharing an article with important message from Russia to the Global Community and WHO: The number of healthy people is growing rapidly around the world: https://ecominded.net/health-virus-hits-the-earth - please read and share it as much as possible! :)…

Hand-forged axes etched with Slavic signs: https://ecominded.net/handcrafts/hand-forged-axe - could be a cute decorative object in your home or handy tool!…

My dear friends,

After 13 years of research and experimentation my Russian inventor friend prototyped and developed an off-the-water-grid eco system and recorded entire process into a series of video lessons: https://ou369.isrefer.com/go/watersustainability/yury/

In Alosha’s online video training you'll…