271: The Unexciting Secret to Homestead Success

271: The Unexciting Secret to Homestead Success

Have you ever caught yourself saying “I want that life”? After 13 years on our homestead, I’m here to tell you that the life you desire is a result of consistent, heart-driven decisions made over time.

270: What you actually need in tough times

270: What you actually need in tough times

Our ancestors didn’t have access to the endless supplies we do today; they thrived on creativity and the ability to adapt. I think we need a reminder about what it truly means to be resilient, and that perhaps the best tool for surviving tough times can’t be bought or sold.

269: The World is Ending. Again.

269: The World is Ending. Again.

Don’t get caught up in the fear frenzy – instead, focus on building a life that’s both resilient and enjoyable, no matter what headlines scream.

256: Take on the skills that suck

256: Take on the skills that suck

Listen in on a funny story about me, a tractor, and how we all need a reminder to take on the skills that suck.

254: The Monetization of Everything

254: The Monetization of Everything

Let’s talk about the slippery slope of monetizing everything we do, think, or say. When a potential dollar hangs over everything, at what point is enough, enough?

253: What if you have enough?

253: What if you have enough?

What do you need that you don’t already have right now? Do the things you’ve crammed in fit with where you actually want to be? Tough questions…

252: A quiet revolution

252: A quiet revolution

A revolution doesn’t always rush in with fire and noise. Here are two things you can do to bring about the best world for you and yours.

250: A New House

250: A New House

In this episode of the Farmish Kind of Life podcast, I talk about my upcoming new project The Lifesteaders, how it’s the same as and different from A Farmish Kind of Life, and where we all go from here.

240: Maybe you’re not a homesteader

240: Maybe you’re not a homesteader

For those of you stressing out about how much you’re doing or how it all fits with “homesteading”, this piece is all the perspective you need. <3

Pros and Cons of a Chick Brooder Heat Plate

Pros and Cons of a Chick Brooder Heat Plate

We recently used a chick brooder heating plate instead of a heat lamp for the first time. Here are the pros and cons I see with heat plates…