Meeting with a Celtic Druid

We are travelling to visit Con and Niamh, custodians of the Celtic Druid Temple. Con is not only interesting to talk to, about the Celtic Druid Temple; he also hand-makes incredible leather boots, shoes, belts and other beautiful things. You can find out more about Con and Niamh and the Celtic Druid Temple here - www.celticdruidtemple.com/ and you can find out more about the boots and shoes here - www.celticshoes.ie/
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[@moiragoldsmith7052]

I loved the part where the Druid said he wouldn't want to devalue any of the other trees😁💕💫💞. They all have their own characters and truth. 💚🌞 Beautiful craft work too!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

They do. Lots of blessings from the trees. xx

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden This past year Terri, I encountered 40 metre high Hornbeam. I tell'ya kidd, he is a tough cookie👀😃. After several attempts, he is beginning to be more compliant when I greet 'him'😬... I think😄. I love the reactions when the various trees respond.

[@Daantje2022]

There is a beautiful book about Celtic tree astrology 🙌🏻

[@nanak1834]

@@Daantje2022 can you share the title please or the author blessings and gratitude

[@blueocean2510]

The Indians call trees the standing people, the cells of plants are similar to human. The cells of plants contain energised water, it is the best source. Being able to consume 60 % of food raw, provides a good balance of water.

[@brendaprest2636]

I loved hearing about the responsibilities of a Druid. I was so happy to hear him talk about broadleaf reforestation. Here in Nova Scotia, we are losing so many of our forested areas and our wildlife is suffering from it. Makes my heart warm to know there are still people who care.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

It is sad to hear you are losing your wonderful forests. We cannot expect governments to do anything about it, despite all their talk, it is up to us. That is why Con is inspiring. xx

[@deliabraun4418]

@Danu's Irish Herb Garden you're absolutely right Terri.

[@1voovvoov1]

I think here in NS that far too many trees are being cut and trucked off without regard for what they mean to our community. ❤

[@mistylawrence6944]

​@1voovvoov1 greed... the root off all evil smh

[@lynnwood2291]

People should hold thedeforesters to account

[@siobhanhyland9925]

Makes sense now why the beach is such an amazing place-three realms together ❤️

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

And if you are there at twilight or dawn, you are adding another threshold of liminality which makes it truly magical. xxx

[@lolhardiman5247]

💚👋👋👋

[@tassiegirl1991]

What a charming gentleman, quiet of speech, interesting knowledge, and creative mind and hands. Would love to listen to him more Thanks Terri so much.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

He is a rare one! xx

[@kakea8403]

I am absolutely CRAVING to learn more about this! I have Irish ancestry, as well as Native American, and, I believe they were definitely on to something, in their beliefs! Please, do me videos, like this one! So many of us need to learn the TRUTH , of the old ways.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

The next couple of videos will be about this. There is another visit to Con coming up xx

[@melodygranny4883]

Yes! I am just starting on the path to my Irish heritage and need all the help I can get to l help me learn

[@cb7324]

I visited Ireland and fell in love with it. The green, rolling hills, the sheep dotting the countryside. It is a land of poetry. I have Irish ancestry, northern Ireland, and my great great grandmother came with her 7 children across the ocean to settle in Cincinnati in the US to escape the potato famine. She was a laundress. Something practical to care for her children and earn a small income along the way. My great-grandmother was a pianist known for her Liszt. I was so happy in Ireland. Now that everyone is gone, I have so little connection to it. It's lovely to spend time listening to you and Con. Thank you.

[@TheStarcruiser]

"The Beautiful Celtic Knowledge (shoes, boots, belts & crafts too). You & Colette have brought me closer to my Celtic ancestry (Cork & Cornwall), & along with my Native American ancestry (Shasta tribe Northern California) I feel truly blessed!" Love & Blessings from Queensland🦚🐊🐝

[@cheiftain732]

Well you have great genes . 2 of the best peoples on earth

[@corvusscottwilliams4751]

All the best from st Michael's Mount, Cornwall.

[@Arthurian.]

@@cheiftain732 native Americans hunted more species into extinction then literally ANY other culture that has ever existed! Not to mention they cut the top of people's heads off!

[@nickdavidelijah]

I love that you humanely trapped and released that rat. He was such a cutey. All animal life should be protected ✌🏽☘️

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Of course - he is just being himself and doesn't deserve to die for that xx

[@goluckysand1145]

The day after he got eaten by a big bird 😉 circle of life.

[@cb7324]

I had the occasion to save 3 bats and, having done so, grew to cherish them.

[@Master-mh9vm]

Why not give it to a cat? cats love playing with mice. Wild folk kill and eat just about anything. The reality of nature.

[@elsasmum6005]

This is amazing Terri.What a wonderful,gentle,talented man.🙏🌈😃x

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

He really is! Glad you liked it xx

[@kavannahlight5378]

Loved this beautiful Druid man! What a great conversation, and artist/craftsman. Looking forward to more Druidic times in the future as both of you explore. Thank you, absolutely beautiful on every level!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

So glad you enjoyed it. Con is a lovely man and lovely to talk to. xx

[@Master-mh9vm]

We cannot blame him for wanting to hug trees like a dryad and make love to it. He is a druid.

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

As a leather worker, I can say without question, that is excellent, creative work anyone would be proud to own.❤️🤗🐝

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

I totally agree - especially after seeing it in the flesh so to speak! xx

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden Yes! He is talented, skilled and creative! That’s a wonderful combination for almost anything❤️🤗🐝

[@ginavandam735]

Thanks for bringing us with you to meet this wonderful man...🤗

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You're welcome - glad you enjoyed the visit. xx

[@HarmonicBodies]

Wow, felt this so deeply. As an American with Irish lineage, listening to this felt like finding a lost part of myself🕯️🙏🏼🧜🏽‍♀️

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

So glad you enjoyed it so much and it helped you connect with yourself. xx

[@broomhag]

How fascinating to listen to this man. It pains my heart to see forests being clear cut for more housing when there are already buildings that could be revived. Con's leather work is absolutely stunning! Thank you both for this video. Looking forward to the next one.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

It pains my heart to see forests and woodlands cut for anything. So sad! NExt week, this Sunday, Con talks ogham. xx

[@katerinasuniversalhealing2804]

May the magic and healing spirits of our ancestors will get stronger!☀

[@tracyrupp4882]

I'm an OBOD member & Druidry has changed my life. So exciting to hear from a Druid of another order!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Yes indeed. All the paths lead to the same place. xx

[@autumntempest]

Same for me too!

[@Sukerkin]

Likewise :). What a calm and centred fellow and with such a crafting gift too!

[@drewbaas9073]

I am ancient Welsh Culdee Druid passed down to me through my bloodline. We never died out, nor have other lines of other Druidry, we’re just scattered around the world.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

How interesting and good to hear

[@rileypatterson8060]

Any in Australia to talk to?

[@salembookworm]

Do you HAVE to born a Druid (as in passed down through your bloodline) or can anyone study Druidry?

[@kimberlylottridge3961]

What a lovely man. Thank you for sharing him with us. I'm looking forward to your Ohm episode.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

So glad you enjoyed meeting him xx

[@oceansoul3694]

I love to see and listen to people walking their true path in this life. And is obvious, Con is carrying on where he left off from a former life, so beautifully too. Thank you for bringing this to us! We are better for it~

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Aw, that is a lovely thing to say. xx

[@c.k.ashburn2350]

What a sweet, gentle soul. Thank you for sharing him & his wisdom with us. Most of all, thank you for sharing yourself with us weekly here on KZbin. I look forward to hearing from you & learn something every time. Peace, Love & Happiness Always in All Ways my sister. Blessed Be❣❣

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Many blessings to you too - thank you so much and so glad you are enjoying the channel and enjoying meeting Con xx

[@cerridwencottagediary9194]

What an interesting person and what a great energy he seemed to have. I loved what he said about no being a worshipper of nature and it really resonated with me. My intention has always been to remember I am nature, that it is not something distinct from me x

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Absolutely. We have been trained to observe as if it something separate but we know nature is us xx

[@helenacowie6803]

Wonderful interview very interesting, thank you. The origional celtic shoes and craft work are incredible. My connection to Ireland is through my mothers family, I have always had a strong spiritual connection to Ireland through their stories. My Grandmother was from County Mayo in Ballyhaunis, she moved before WW2 and then moved to New Zealand after the war with her husband and children. Her mother was still in Ballyhaunis when she moved they were the Lanigans. I was overseas with my partner before covid and we were supposed to be going to Ireland and to visit Ballyhaunis when he fell I'll and we had to return to NZ, I was gutted as I always wanted to go to Ireland and to my families home town. Anyway, loved your video and I have subcribed, I will also look at his website. Thank you for bringing Ireland to me this morning.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

I was just a couple of miles from Ballyhaunis yesterday! Such a shame for you that you were so close and had to go home xx

[@helenacowie6803]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden Hello, yes it was very sad. I spent my whole life hearing about my Grand mothers life going up in Ballyhaunis and my mother's, and my Great Grandmother 'Granny Lanigan. ' And my Great aunt Bridie who died of turburculoses in one of the convent schools I think at the age of 14 or maybe she was younger. I had spent my whole life waiting to go there and immerse myself in my cultural heritage, and to pay my respects to them at the graveyard in Ballyhaunis. I was very disappointed but hopefully I will have another opportunity to go sometime. It has been a life long dream to visit.

[@helenacowie6803]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden If you are ever in Ballyhaunis and have a free moment, I would love to have some little flowers put on their Graves, something that I didn't have the opportunity to do. My Great Grandmother's name was Bridget Lanigan.

[@shivakat2297]

I just learned so much in this video. Absolutely loved it. Thank you for taking us along.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

So glad to hear that xx

[@barbararoyal6139]

Thank you for setting the rat free to find a new home Terri! Thank you sharing this wonderful meeting 🌿💦💫

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Hey Barbara - hope you are well and glad you liked the meeting.xx

[@tuto108]

Dear Terri, I almost forgot to say how helpful this video is for me! Just yesterday I set up a live trap like yours for a rat (who hasn't entered it yet). I saw how you bravely released the door to set him free. Well, that fortified me to handle the situation. I've released lots of mice from their little traps, but never handled the larger trap for a rat. Thank you!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Apparently rats get nervous when something new turns up and won't go near the trap for a while. We put some bait outside of it as well to get him to go closer to it. Hope you catch yours soon. And though I want to bask in your approval - it was Lol who bravely released him... not me!!😂

[@sallylunamoth5542]

Wow! Thank You Terri, What A Wonderful Man, You Make a Lovely Calm Gentle Interviewer...This Channel Gets Better & Better 💚🌟☀️🌟💚

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Aw Sally, you are very kind, thank you. xx

[@juliesheard2122]

gosh I would so like to visit the sacred sights of Ireland.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Perhaps you will one day. xx

[@Thebearcave1776]

Wonderful to see old crafts return; even with modern 'adjustments'. Glad you had a nice visit.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

I agree - craft work is not something taught so much any more. xx

[@kathleenroberts7972]

What a deeply talented man! So intresting and amazing .

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

I agree - very interesting and informative xx

[@mirandaandrea8215]

What a skilled craftsmen! Beautiful! Thank you for sharing this chat with your lovely wise Druid friend! 🌟🌀🌟🌀🌟🌀

[@annakajade767]

Hello , my Lady Thank You

[@Cynthia.B]

Really beautiful! First, that was so sweet of you to release the rat back into the wild. How wonderful to meet a real Celtic Druid! I love how he talked about shape shifting the land to allow a forest to grow and about all trees being of value. Also enjoyed his explanation of the different types of meditation. Very informative and engaging video. Thank you! 🌻

[@andyjota8906]

Lovely to see olde skills rekindled

[@squinky7108]

That was very fascinating thank you for sharing your friend Con with us. I loved that he created a beautiful forest and is also an amazing historical artisan . The Celtic Druid Temple looks to be such an intresting place. Thank you again for all that lovely photography. Ps Glad that ratty has gone to find his or her friends badger and mole and even Mr Toad :) Love from Canada xo

[@benjaminljcattana76]

2 beautiful beings full of magic, Thankyou for showing the world such beauty 😌 May Light, Love and Wisdom be with all 🙏💚🧙‍♂️

[@hArtyTruffle]

So glad I caught this. I can’t even begin to explain how meaningful this is for me to have heard this today. I started my Bardic training a year and a half ago and I’ve been truly struggling to get to the point where I feel ready to create my initiation ritual. Recently went back to the beginning… again 🙃 With Imbolc fast upon us, with all that that means, hearing about Con’s crafting skills, mindful of the super new moon tonight and tomorrow, and my stop smoking date all coming together, and with every book I open seemingly talking to me, I’m pretty convinced I’m in the right place, here, in this moment. Thanks to you both and to all 🙏🫶🏻

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Sounds like you are receiving loud and clear😃 xx

[@karmafeldgrill7438]

I enjoy listening to you, thank you for your service to humanity, much love!

[@thewoodlandcottage]

What an informative and lovely interview!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Very informative and glad you enjoyed it. xx

[@lm9753]

That was great! Thanks for sharing that with us.

[@ayannabananasartwork261]

This is so lovely 🥰 My surname means Druid but no one in my family has implemented any sort of Druidic Practices in their day to day life, so I’m starting to spark an interest but I’ve never seen an actual Druid ever, so this is so cool!! ❤❤ I’ve always felt connected to the nature and the earth, And then I found about the Druids! Sending love, Ayanna 🌻

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Love to you too - there are a few druids here so welcome!

[@ayannabananasartwork261]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden ❤️❤️

[@dcfromthev]

Loved this, thanks for sharing!

[@Cheesus4jesus]

Just when I needed something uplifting and life affirming, this video pops up. Literally brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for posting this video.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are so welcome Vanessa, glad you liked it. xx

[@julielister139]

Amazing video . I would love to meet David . 💫❣️Julie 🇬🇧 Doncaster x

[@nancywalty4688]

Thank you Terri for the excellent presentation and wealth of our humanity! I feel refreshed and hugged by you and Con with this nature and people created gratitude in our lives together. Blessings, I love the wisdom you are bringing into the world.

[@cockerlass1689]

Thank you Terri.What a fascinating video.

[@octopusmime]

this is awesome!!! thank you so much ✨🙏

[@DActual-yn9mb]

Great interview. Thank you.

[@margaretbell1916]

Absolutely fascinating,I look forward to seeing more content like this.Thank you xx

[@nc8313]

Beautiful video. Thankyou Terri

[@joannerussell2523]

I especially loved this episode - thank you!

[@bethwhite2857]

Wonderful ..thank you 🤠

[@freerangemaker]

It is fascinating to me, when information comes. It must have been a celtic ancestor who, when I was setting about on my quest in my late 20s, that the wee/small/still voice inside, the body even, prompted me to shelve Christianity and to quest truth, with a mantra coming to me, truth in my spirit, truth in my mind, truth in my soul, truth in my body. A long, long, long journey of self-discovery, alchemy, and change choosing a creative path developing a sense of gifts within, rather than pursuit of money or fame. It was pursuit of truth, that brought my body healing, that and a very, very, very close relationship with mother nature, that began as a small child. About trees, I once had someone tell me on a train ride, why a particular forest had survived when a particular beetle came through and wiped out most of a particular pine. He taught me, a healthy forest is a diverse forest, in that, if something comes along, and may harm a particular type of trees, other trees stand strong, thriving. I have this felt sense, they provide the others support. So grateful for the beautiful touch of this teaching, and to meet a Celtic druid. me ke aloha nui mau loa. with great love...

[@GrandAncientOak]

What a beautiful video. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@Hagstonequeen]

This was a delightful interview, beautiful leather work, & I adore the space you sat & all the craft goodies around💫

[@vivsalittlebitcrafty4854]

How fascinating. Looking forward to your next meeting with Con.

[@joejackson6453]

Beautiful chat 🙏🏽

[@melissaoconnor5039]

,thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom, such a beautiful gift you are

[@seeker2716]

Deeply moved🙏🏽 Many blessings 🙌🏾

[@BFFBuddyFionaandFriends]

Very interesting. Thank you to both of you.

[@123uschie]

Wow what an interesting video today! The hand made shoes are timeless works of art !

[@sydgriffin7591]

A wonderful conversation. Thank you for presenting it to us and giving insight into an overlooked way of living in harmony!

[@paularezende6178]

Thank you so much for this sharing moment 🌸🌼🌸🍃💚🍃many blessings to your soul 💖

[@dwaynecuster]

A few more miles and a nice visit with Collette at Bealtaine. That's a wonderful trip and I will have to visit the Celtic Druid Temple on my next adventure to Ireland!! ❤

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

We do a different route when going to visit Colette - the other side of the mountains! xx

[@JB-pd4ni]

Hello Dwayne- great to see your name on here, I have wondered how school and life are going for you.......I hope really well! Many Blessings, Joy

[@christinebrown6154]

Such a lovely interesting podcast today. Loved hearing from Con & all his wonderful crafts. Thank you Terri 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@sophiagross6092]

Terri, thank you for always beautiful films, and for introducing us to another brilliant soul! Am always so grateful.. Eyes will keep watch for the next one with Con! Many blessings!! Xx

[@skyway7582]

Love the environment,all beautiful.

[@aariley2]

Very insightful! Thank you!!!♥️

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are welcome xx

[@TheEmpressgoth]

Thank your that was awesome about the leather shoe, boot and belts .looking for to more videos. Have a wonderful week 😊 Terri.

[@MaHa-um5sv]

So inspiring, thank you!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You're welcome!

[@9FatraBbits]

What an amazing video visit! Con is very unique and inspiring. Thank you for this. 🐇💕🍀

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are very welcome Corrie xx

[@maryjoyce7520]

Very nice.

[@campers4440]

Inspirational," Meditation can be just Living Happiness without having to think too hard. .."

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Very much so!

[@gerdascheurwater7014]

Beautiful vid thanks for sharing this 🙏💖🍀

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You're welcome!

[@trionaoneill2839]

Wow absolutly fascinating....beautiful leatherwork....gifted man....thanks for sharing blessings x

[@cfttify]

Such gifts! Thank you 🌱🔆

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Glad you liked it! xx

[@apothecareyarts4076]

This is an inspiring treat. Thank you.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

So glad you found it inspiring. xx

[@cedarrockcabin3633]

Fantastic video! He is so talented, what beautiful gifts you received.

[@MegaJudith94]

A really wonderful man! So interesting hear him talk, I really loved this video! Thank you for sharing this experience with us ❤

[@MyEverydayGarden]

I enjoyed this so much! Thank you!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Glad to hear that. Thanks for watching xx

[@tacywest8842]

This was really special and huge interest to me. A lifetime of searching is worth the joy of each new find. Thank you for blessing my life.

[@lulucly]

fascinating and what beautiful workmanship! thank you

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

It really is - every item xx

[@patmillar961]

Terri what a brilliant video from start to finish. I hope u visit Con again soon.... such an interesting and skilled man. I feel a bit like Oliver asking for more lol. Thank u for taking us along with u 👍 🙏

[@christosmythos]

so lovely.....resonated and living this life on the island here, blessings x

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Blessings and welcome xx

[@kathysowka9975]

Thank you Terri! Great film.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Glad you liked it xx

[@louisemay974]

Thank you for sharing this with us Terri. What an incredibly interesting man Con is, so talented. 💚

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are welcome Louise and glad you enjoyed it xx

[@shirleyjones4857]

Love this video. Thank you so much. I love learning about Druidry, and following the ancient path. 💜 x

[@gabrielerissmeyer]

Hi Terri. You tube helped me discover your channel recently and I am loving you and your content. Having been an avid gardener all my life I so resonate with your teachings. My grandmother was Yugoslavian and lived in Austria as an adult. My fondest memories are foraging in the woods with her as a small child. Thank you for being a you tube friend to so many.

[@KenLattari]

Beautiful craftsmanship, lovely items. - Thanks for sharing.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Glad you liked it xx

[@oferbechor1579]

THANK YOU

[@tigheentirnanog269]

An outstanding video; thanks a million for sharing Con & Niamh with us, well done! What a treasure trove of high quality crafts made with passion and true artistry. Those shoes are magnificent and high quality to boot. The Celtic Traditions run deep within one's being, whether conscious or subconscious, they are forever present.

[@Serenity-fu8xz]

Oh, thank you so much for sharing this video with us sending all my love

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Many Happy Returns xx

[@jeffhinrichs2993]

Thank you for this one! Druidism has always been a fascination of mine. Con's leather work is amazing, I would love to see more of it. I hope you do dedicate an episode to Ogham, I consider myself a student of ancient languages and symbols, and include Ogham in my art work.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Chat about Ogham is next Sunday - this Sunday. xx

[@lynnswindells8076]

Thank-you for sharing knowledge, beautiful leather work.🧚‍♀️🍀

[@jamieloom22]

Thank you for sharing the Druid Way and the beautiful crafts. Blessings xx

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are so welcome, glad you liked it. xx Blessings x

[@jackieburnett6881]

I found this video very interesting! Ty

[@debbietodd8547]

Thank you so very much for this and you have definitely planted the seed for more of this content. I am so grateful to have your channel to connect to this amazing country☘☘☘

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are so welcome Debbie and delighted the seed has been planted. xx

[@barbaracollins3015]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

So glad to hear that. xx

[@giudittabaig6979]

Beautiful program with very beautiful people thank you very much 🙏

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thank you Giuditta - you are very kind xx

[@cynthiatalbert3037]

This is so very interesting! Thank you Terri 💚🌿🌛

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

It really is - the spiritual path, the history, the crafts - I find it all fascinating. xxx

[@marydunn3867]

A fascinating conversation,what skills ,thank you

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Some people are just good at everything!😕😀😃 but I must also recognise that some people spend time honing their skills to be true artisans xx