Homesteading for Beginners

JOIN THE PAID HOMESTEADER ACADEMY BY SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2023! https://paidhomesteader.com/ What if you have a product idea and no one ends up buying it because you didn't have a customer in mind when you thought of it? Discovering you don't have a buyer for your product can really be discouraging. Instead, figure out who your ideal customer is BEFORE you create your product or service. Be sure to listen to the previous episodes in these series, episodes 65, 68 & 69. What you will learn in this episode: understanding the importance of finding a specific group of people to serve identifying your ideal customer creating customer personas avoiding newbie mistakes and more! JOIN THE CULTIVATING CASH FLOW HOMESTEAD INCOME CHALLENGE starting August 18th. Register here: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/cashflow Note: The video version of this will be posted soon and will be found on the Homestead Income YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@HomesteadIncome This is episode 69 of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast with Mona Weathers. Mona's Info: Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ Homestead Income YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@HomesteadIncome 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

JOIN THE PAID HOMESTEADER ACADEMY BY SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2023! https://paidhomesteader.com/ Your homestead income plan has to be more than about making money. Otherwise, you might as well just be working any other job you'd eventually burn out on. In this episode, I share some ways you can discover what type of homestead income streams fit your desired lifestyle. Be sure to listen to the previous episodes in these series, episodes 65 & 68. What you will learn in this episode: understanding your homesteading goals and lifestyle assessing your skills, interests, and hobbies evaluating market demand and feasibility creating a plan and taking action and more! JOIN THE CULTIVATING CASH FLOW HOMESTEAD INCOME CHALLENGE starting August 18th. Register here: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/cashflow Note: The video version of this will be posted soon and will be found on the Homestead Income YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@HomesteadIncome This is episode 69 of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast with Mona Weathers. Mona's Info: Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ Homestead Income YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@HomesteadIncome 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

JOIN THE PAID HOMESTEADER ACADEMY BY SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2023! https://paidhomesteader.com/ Why is it important to have an income goal in mind when starting your 3 homestead income streams? Why not just have a goal of increasing your income instead of having a dollar amount? How can you take your income goals and create a plan that will reach that goal? This is what the episode of the podcast is about today. Visit the Homestead Income Plan website to learn more: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/ What you will learn in this episode: why it's important to have an income plan why it's important to have focus how to start working toward your income goals JOIN THE CULTIVATING CASH FLOW CHALLENGE: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/cashflow Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

If you love horses, you will love this episode. Long-time homestead educator, Jill Winger, shares her love for horses in this episode. Jill and I have very similar homestead beginning stories and I just had so much fun chatting with Jill on this topic. Neither of us has very much opportunity to talk about our love for horses with our homesteading content because it's not usually a beginner topic. In this episode, we get to share stories and some beginner horse owner tips. What you will learn in this two-part series: how Jill first got into horses how Jill started her homesteading journey how horses play a part at Jill's homestead advice for beginner horse owners and more! This is episode 67 f the Homesteading for Beginners podcast with Mona Weathers. Listen to episode 66 for part one. Connect with Jill Winger Preorder Old-Fashioned on Purpose now! (Affiliate Link) https://amzn.to/45bZpjX Listen to the Old Fashioned on Purpose Podcast: plinkhq.com/i/1475835329 Follow Jill on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprairiehomestead/ Jill's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@theprairiehomestead Mona's Info: JOIN THE CULTIVATING CASH FLOW CHALLENGE: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/cashflow Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

If you love horses, you will love this episode. Long-time homestead educator, Jill Winger, shares her love for horses in this episode. Jill and I have very similar homestead beginning stories and I just had so much fun chatting with Jill on this topic. Neither of us has very much opportunity to talk about our love for horses with our homesteading content because it's not usually a beginner topic. In this episode, we get to share stories and some beginner horse owner tips. What you will learn in this two-part series: how Jill first got into horses how Jill started her homesteading journey how horses play a part at Jill's homestead advice for beginner horse owners and more! This is episode 66 f the Homesteading for Beginners podcast with Mona Weathers. Listen to episode 67 for part two. Connect with Jill Winger Preorder Old-Fashioned on Purpose now! (Affiliate Link) https://amzn.to/45bZpjX Listen to the Old Fashioned on Purpose Podcast: plinkhq.com/i/1475835329 Follow Jill on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprairiehomestead/ Jill's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@theprairiehomestead Mona's Info: JOIN THE CULTIVATING CASH FLOW CHALLENGE: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/cashflow Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

Join the Cultivating Cash Flow: The Homestead Income Challenge! Starts August 18th The Cultivating Cash Flow challenge is how you will discover IDEAS for your 3 HOMESTEAD INCOME STREAM STRATEGY. This will be the beginning of your CASH FLOW STRATEGY. Today on episode 65 I share 5 Things You Need to Know Before Starting Your Homestead Income Plan. I also share a little life update as well as the Cultivating Cash Flow challenge coming in August. Homestead Income Plan website: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/ Cultivating Cash Flow Challenge: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/cashflow Homestead Income Plan YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@HomesteadIncome 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Info: Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

Listen to Kody Hannar from The Homestead Education podcast share her story of homesteading while homeschooling her 6 children. Kody has been teaching many homeschooling families through her homesteading curriculum and other resources. What you will learn in this two-part series: what it is like homesteading & homeschooling with a large family the importance of having a community-minded homeschooling and homeschool experience how Kody found a need in the homesteading and homeschooling communities and create an answer to that need through her curriculum. and more! This is part one of a two-part interview series with Kody. Part 1 is episode 63. Kody's info: Website:https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/homestead_education Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@homesteadeducation Mona's Info: Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

Listen to Kody Hannar from The Homestead Education podcast share her story of homesteading while homeschooling her 6 children. Kody has been teaching many homeschooling families through her homesteading curriculum and other resources. What you will learn in this two-part series: what it is like homesteading & homeschooling with a large family the importance of having a community-minded homeschooling and homeschool experience how Kody found a need in the homesteading and homeschooling communities and create an answer to that need through her curriculum. and more! This is part one of a two-part interview series with Kody. Part 2 is episode 64. Kody's info: Website:https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/homestead_education Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@homesteadeducation Mona's Info: Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

It's important to have a balanced understanding of preparedness. In this episode I offer a list of food items you can have on hand in case of an emergency situation. But, don't forget you want to be stocking up on healthy foods that will offer you immune support and wellness during a time you will need it most. Here's each food category I discussed in this episode: Water Canned fruits and vegetables Canned meats and fish Dried fruits Dried beans, lentils, and legumes Rice and pasta Cereal and granola bars Nuts and seeds Peanut butter Canned soups and stews Crackers and bread Energy bars and protein powders Cooking oil Condiments and spices Multivitamins Supplement brand I use (affiliate links): Multivitamins: Master Formula for Adults https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/product/master-formula?enrollerId=12782590&sponsorId=12782590 Mightyvites for Kids: https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/product/kidscents-mightyvites-chewable-tablets?enrollerId=12782590&sponsorId=12782590 Mona's Amazon Store for other favorites: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Info: Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

If you are considering raising pigs on the homestead I highly recommend you listen to this episode. My guest, Pork Rhyne has a vast amount of knowledge on the topic of pigs. Rhyne has taught at many homesteading events including the Homesteaders of America conference. He offers practical tips and makes sure you will not get into pig ownership unprepared. What you will learn in this two-part series: the best type of housing and fencing you will need to keep pigs. what breeds are best to buy for small spaces. why pigs are a great addition to the homestead. tips for keeping costs low. and more! This is episode 61 of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast with Mona Weathers. Pork Rhyne's info: Website: https://www.agroeducators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pork.rhyne/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Agro_Educators_Pork_Rhyne Mona's Info: Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

If you are considering raising pigs on the homestead I highly recommend you listen to this episode. My guest, Pork Rhyne has a vast amount of knowledge on the topic of pigs. Rhyne has taught at many homesteading events including the Homesteaders of America conference. He offers practical tips and makes sure you will not get into pig ownership unprepared. What you will learn in this two-part series: the best type of housing and fencing you will need to keep pigs. what breeds are best to buy for small spaces. why pigs are a great addition to the homestead. tips for keeping costs low. and more! This is episode 60 of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast with Mona Weathers. Pork Rhyne's info: Website: https://www.agroeducators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pork.rhyne/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Agro_Educators_Pork_Rhyne Mona's Info: Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

On today's episode, I share my social media break update. I'm only 6 days in and I'm seeing such great things happening. Listen to this episode to hear how it's going for me and maybe inspire you to take a break as well. Listen to episode 56 to learn why I decided to take the social media break. Join the Homestead Income Plan group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1256797775269926 Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

Julia's homestead is called The Humble Hive Homestead and it's what a lot of people getting into homestead dream of having one day. Her homestead would be considered large-scale because of all the things they are raising and growing. This is part 2 of this two-part interview series to hear about all that Julia has going on. Listen to episode 57 for part 1. Learn from Julia some things to avoid when starting out and tips she has for people thinking about going all in on the homesteading life. Julia's Info: Website: thehumblehivehomestead.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehumblehivehomestead/ Mona's Info: Workshop: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Homestead Income Plan group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1256797775269926 Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

Julia's homestead is called The Humble Hive Homestead and it's what a lot of people getting into homestead dream of having one day. Her homestead would be considered large-scale because of all the things they are raising and growing. Listen to part 1 of this two-part interview series to hear about all that Julia has going on. Learn from her some things to avoid when starting out and tips she has for people thinking about going all in on the homesteading life. Julia's Info: Website: thehumblehivehomestead.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehumblehivehomestead/ Mona's Info: Throughout the month of June, I'm offering my Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers at a special discounted price! It's a 1 hour and 40-minute video where I personally guide you through most of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook (which is included in the workshop price, by the way). To grab this exclusive offer, head over to healthyhomesteading.com/workshop and use the code "PODCAST" at checkout. With this code, you'll get over 20% off the already low regular price. But remember, this discount is only available during the month of June, so make sure to take action soon. Workshop: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

One or two times a year, I reach the point where I know it's time for a break from social media. It's not usually because of frustration, but rather because I realize I need to find clarity and regain focus. I'm taking a break for the entire month of July. I have deleted all of my social media apps from my phone, and the only place you'll still find me is in the Homestead Income Plan group on Facebook, accessed through my computer. In this episode, I will share the reasons why I'm taking a break, and hopefully, you will find them helpful in deciding whether it's time for you to do the same. I'll still be sending out weekly emails to my email list so be sure to join my email list here: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/623cfadc9b7136a9e313e9c2 DON'T FORGET THE JUNE PROMO ENDS SOON! Throughout the month of June, I'm offering the Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers at a special discounted price! It's a 1 hour and 40-minute video where I personally guide you through most of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook (which is included in the workshop price, by the way). To grab this exclusive offer, head over to healthyhomesteading.com/workshop and use the code "PODCAST" at checkout. With this code, you'll get over 20% off the already low regular price. But remember, this discount is only available during the month of June, so make sure to take action soon. Workshop: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

Today I have Laura Cox from Cox Homestead on the podcast to talk with us about raising rabbits on the homestead as a meat source. This is part one of this interview series. Find episode 54 for part one. If you are sensitive to the topic of processing meat animals, just be aware we do get into that topic in this interview (mostly in part 2). Laura's info: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coxhomestead_kodak/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@coxhomestead545 Website: https://www.cox-homestead.com/ Esty Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/coxhomestead Mona's Info: Throughout the month of June, I'm offering my Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers at a special discounted price! It's a 1 hour and 40-minute video where I personally guide you through most of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook (which is included in the workshop price, by the way). To grab this exclusive offer, head over to healthyhomesteading.com/workshop and use the code "PODCAST" at checkout. With this code, you'll get over 20% off the already low regular price. But remember, this discount is only available during the month of June, so make sure to take action soon. Workshop: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

Today I have Laura Cox from Cox Homestead on the podcast to talk with us about raising rabbits on the homestead as a meat source. This is part one of this interview series. Find episode 55 for part two. If you are sensitive to the topic of processing meat animals, just be aware we do get into that topic in this interview (mostly in part 2). Laura's info: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coxhomestead_kodak/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@coxhomestead545 Website: https://www.cox-homestead.com/ Esty Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/coxhomestead Mona's Info: Throughout the month of June, I'm offering my Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers at a special discounted price! It's a 1 hour and 40-minute video where I personally guide you through most of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook (which is included in the workshop price, by the way). To grab this exclusive offer, head over to healthyhomesteading.com/workshop and use the code "PODCAST" at checkout. With this code, you'll get over 20% off the already low regular price. But remember, this discount is only available during the month of June, so make sure to take action soon. Workshop: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Video Interview with Melissa K. Norris: https://youtu.be/LyIvnjRNTC4 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

Do you have a homestead income and savings plan? In this episode, I share a short audio section from the Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers. I go over some ways for you to find money to start your homestead savings account and a little about building the 3 homestead income streams. Take advantage of the June promo! Throughout the month of June, I'm offering my Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers at a special discounted price! It's a 1 hour and 40-minute video where I personally guide you through most of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook (which is included in the workshop price, by the way). To grab this exclusive offer, head over to healthyhomesteading.com/workshop and use the code "PODCAST" at checkout. With this code, you'll get over 20% off the already low regular price. But remember, this discount is only available during the month of June, so make sure to take action soon. Workshop: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Join the Homestead Income Plan Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

In this episode, my friend Larry Wheeler explains in basic terms what it means to use permaculture. He explains permaculture can be described as "organized common sense" and needs to follow the 3 ethics: Care of the earth. Care of people. A return of surplus. Listen to this full episode and learn how you can use permaculture on your homestead as well as in other areas of your life. Larry's Links: http://libertyspringsfarm.com/ https://www.instagram.com/libertyspringsfarm/ https://www.facebook.com/LibertySprings Mona's Info: Throughout the month of June, I'm offering my Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers at a special discounted price! It's a 1 hour and 40-minute video where I personally guide you through most of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook (which is included in the workshop price, by the way). To grab this exclusive offer, head over to healthyhomesteading.com/workshop and use the code "PODCAST" at checkout. With this code, you'll get over 20% off the already low regular price. But remember, this discount is only available during the month of June, so make sure to take action soon. Workshop: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

These tips may seem counterintuitive because they actually take time to do but instead of being time-sucking activities they can become productivity hacks you can't live without. Often times we get into ruts where we think we are doing all of the necessary things to be productive but what's really happening is we are building up stress because what we feel is overwhelming instead of productivity no matter how much we try to make ourselves believe it. Even though it may sometimes seem like the homesteading life is immune to stress and overwhelm, it is not. There may be times in our journey we will have to step back and decide where our time is best spent. There are ways to find more time and increase your capacity for more responsibility and I'm going to share with you 3 tips to help you find it. Mona's Info: Throughout the month of June, I'm offering my Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers at a special discounted price! It's a 1 hour and 40-minute video where I personally guide you through most of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook (which is included in the workshop price, by the way). Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

Melissa K. Norris is on the podcast today and I'm so excited for you to listen. If you have been in the homesteading space for any amount of time you have likely heard her name. She's an influential person in the homesteading community. She's an author, a speaker, a blogger, a podcaster, and a person that desires to see homesteaders succeed. She speaks at events like the Homesteaders of America conference, and she offers tons of great free information on her YouTube channel. I highly recommend you check out her links below to learn how you can get into her world. In this episode Melissa talks about these 9 food preservation methods in this episode: ― cold storage ― water bath/steam canning ― pressure canning ― dehydrating ― fermenting ― freeze-drying ― root cellar ― infusion ― salting and curing meat This interview is split into two parts so be sure to listen to episode 49 for part one. Melissa's info: Podcast: Pioneering Today Website: https://melissaknorris.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissaknorris/ Everything Worth Preserving: The Complete Guide for Food Preservation at Home (aff. link): https://amzn.to/43EzKPQ https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaKNorris Mona's Info: Throughout the month of June, I'm offering my Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers at a special discounted price! It's a 1 hour and 40-minute video where I personally guide you through most of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook (which is included in the workshop price, by the way). To grab this exclusive offer, head over to healthyhomesteading.com/workshop and use the code "PODCAST" at checkout. With this code, you'll get over 20% off the already low regular price. But remember, this discount is only available during the month of June, so make sure to take action soon. Workshop: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

Melissa K. Norris is on the podcast today and I'm so excited for you to listen. If you have been in the homesteading space for any amount of time you have likely heard her name. She's an influential person in the homesteading community. She's an author, a speaker, a blogger, a podcaster, and a person that desires to see homesteaders succeed. She speaks at events like the Homesteaders of America conference, and she offers tons of great free information on her YouTube channel. I highly recommend you check out her links below to learn how you can get into her world. In this episode Melissa talks about these 9 food preservation methods in this episode: ― cold storage ― water bath/steam canning ― pressure canning ― dehydrating ― fermenting ― freeze-drying ― root cellar ― infusion ― salting and curing meat This interview is split into two parts so be sure to listen to episode 50 for part two. Melissa's info: Podcast: Pioneering Today Website: https://melissaknorris.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissaknorris/ Everything Worth Preserving: The Complete Guide for Food Preservation at Home (aff. link): https://amzn.to/43EzKPQ https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaKNorris Mona's Info: Throughout the month of June, I'm offering my Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers at a special discounted price! It's a 1 hour and 40-minute video where I personally guide you through most of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook (which is included in the workshop price, by the way). To grab this exclusive offer, head over to healthyhomesteading.com/workshop and use the code "PODCAST" at checkout. With this code, you'll get over 20% off the already low regular price. But remember, this discount is only available during the month of June, so make sure to take action soon. Workshop: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

Why do you want to homestead? It may seem like a simple question to answer but I think diving a little bit deeper into your reasons for homesteading will make your journey much more enjoyable and purposeful. I think right now it's really easy to get caught up in romanticism. Social media, movies and tv shows can make us believe the lifestyles we pursue will be 90% romantic and 10% heartache but the truth is, there will be more than 10% heartache and for some people it's much more than 10% By choosing to have a strong reason for pursuing this lifestyle, not getting caught up in the romanticism and understanding difficult times don't necessarily have to me bad times we can get the most out of our homesteading experience. We can choose to grow and become people who make positive impacts in our communities. Today I'm talking you through your homesteading why to make sure your journey is laid on a solid foundation. I'm happy to share that during the month of June the Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers is on sale! The Workshop is a 1 hour and 40 minute video of me walking you through most of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook which is also included in the workshop price. I'm giving my listeners over 20% off of the already low regular price. Just visit healthyhomesteading.com/workshop and use code "PODCAST" to get the discount. This discount will only be available through the month of June so be sure to take action soon. Mona's Info: Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

Today we conclude the 4 part interview series with Terra Osman. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation because the topic of building and supporting community is just so important. In today's episode Terra and I discuss ways buyers and sellers can get the most out of the Farmish app and why it's a perfect way to help build community and to support local. Epsiodes in the this series: 41, 43, 45, 47 Farmish is a marketplace app for local food and farms. Users can buy/sell backyard eggs, garden supplies, plants, trees, and more. Buyers search on a map or by keyword and message the seller to complete the sale. The app is free to download and use to search and place up to 3 ads every 14 days. If you are ready to join their Market Membership be sure to use the $10 off discount code, MONA. You will get $10 off your first month of the membership. Farmish Website: https://getfarmish.com/ Market Membership Discount Code: MONA Terra's Info: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfarmish/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getfarmish?_t=8c1TKUxg4nT&_r=1 Links of interest: Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

As you dream about starting your homestead, adding to your homestead, living as a financially comfortable homesteader, or whatever it is you are dreaming about, remember the small steps you take today can move you closer. Setbacks won't affect you as much if you have your eye fixed on the goal. In this episode, I go over 6 steps to keeping your dreams alive and making them a reality. Resources to help you keep your dreams alive: Homesteading for Beginners Checklist Workshop for Homesteaders and Dreamers Connect with Mona: Send me an Instagram DM Join the Homestead Income Plan Facebook Group

Terra Osman walks us through how to use the Farmish app in the third part of this four-part interview series. She shares some ways to use it I hadn't even thought about. If you can open the app while listening, you will get the most out of this episode. Farmish is a marketplace app for local food and farms. Users can buy/sell backyard eggs, garden supplies, plants, trees, and more. Buyers search on a map or by keyword and message the seller to complete the sale. The app is free to download and search and place up to 3 ads every 14 days. If you are ready to join their Market Membership, use the $10 off discount code, MONA. You will get $10 off your first month of the membership. Farmish Website: https://getfarmish.com/ Market Membership Discount Code: MONA Free Seller's Guide: https://getfarmish.com/sellers-guide/ Terra's Info: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfarmish/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getfarmish?_t=8c1TKUxg4nT&_r=1 Mona's Info: Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

Many people don't realize how much growing space they have until they start growing food. Here are some tips for you if you want to start growing food in your backyard. Find food already growing on your property. Maybe you have a fruit tree or berry bushes already on your property. Use fences or build trellises to grow food vertically. Many plants prefer vining up. This frees up tons of space. Don't get hung up on perfection but do make your garden a place to relax and enjoy. The more you want to hang out in the garden the better. Upkeep will be easier and your mental health will improve. Thank you for listening to the podcast. I read all of the emails, DMs, and reviews and I appreciate the conversation. Links mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to the Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners Join the Homestead Income Plan Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Get the Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist

If you are living in a suburban area and want to start homesteading you need to listen to this episode. Terra Osman and I continue our conversation about the Farmish app and here homesteading journey. Listen to episode 41 for part one of this series. Farmish is a marketplace app for local food and farms. Users can buy/sell backyard eggs, garden supplies, plants, trees, and more. Buyers search on a map or by keyword and message the seller to complete the sale. The app is free to download and use to search and place up to 3 ads every 14 days. If you are ready to join their Market Membership be sure to use the $10 off discount code, MONA. You will get $10 off your first month of the membership. Farmish Website: https://getfarmish.com/ Market Membership Discount Code: MONA Terra's Info: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfarmish/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getfarmish?_t=8c1TKUxg4nT&_r=1 Mona's Info: Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

In today's solo episode, I'm talking about some very exciting things coming to the podcast with a special guest coming I interviewed for the show. Melissa K. Norris from the Pioneering Today podcast will be on the Homesteading for Beginners podcast in June ( episode 49). She shared some really great information about food preservation methods. You don't want to miss that episode. Search your favorite podcast player for Melissa's podcast: Pioneering Today I'm also talking about the Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers. You can now purchase the workshop & the updated Homesteading for Beginners workbook and get your homesteading to start off on the right food. I've shared some really valuable information that not too many people are talking about. Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workshop You also now have the opportunity to join my free Facebook group called the Homestead Income Plan Group. This group is going to be THE place to get homestead income ideas, training, and support. I have a big vision for this group and for the homesteading community. Homestead Income Plan Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1256797775269926/?ref=share_group_link&exp=9594 Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Healthy Homesteading Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ Get the free Homesteading for Beginners checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/

I know you are going to love this conversation with Terra Osman, the CEO and Founder of the Farmish app. In part 1 of this 4-part series, Terra shares why she decided to create the Farmish app. Find all 4 episodes here: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/find-local-food-and-farms-with-the-farmish-app-make-money-selling-your-produce-and-goods/ Farmish is a marketplace app for local food and farms. Users can buy/sell backyard chicken eggs, garden supplies, plants, trees, and more. Buyers search on a map or by keyword and message the seller to complete the sale. The app is free to download and use to search and place up to 3 ads every 14 days. If you are ready to join their Market Membership be sure to use the $10 off discount code, MONA. You will get $10 off your first month of the membership. Farmish Website: https://getfarmish.com/ Market Membership Discount Code: MONA Terra's Info: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfarmish/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getfarmish?_t=8c1TKUxg4nT&_r=1 Mona's Info: Website: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

I am thrilled to share the Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers with you! So many people are getting into the homesteading lifestyle unprepared and end up overwhelmed. It doesn't have to be this way and it's why I am teaching this workshop. If you are reading/listening to this episode on or before May 3rd then you still have a chance to get the live event price of $29 (reg $37). You do not have to attend the event live. A replay will be sent to you within 48 hours after the live workshop. You will also get the updated version of the Homesteading for Beginners workbook with your purchase. I hope you take advantage of this workshop. It's designed to get you on the right path that will prevent overwhelm and direct you to your dream homesteading life. Get the workshop and the workbook here: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workshop if you have any questions please message me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

In 2020 when the world was shutting down it was our first year on this homestead in Georgia. I was starting to feel very lonely because all of my homesteading friends were back in California. That's when I found a new startup app called Clubhouse. I was in a new state, a new home, and far away from my homesteading friends. It was a really difficult time for me and then I found the social audio app where there were all these people talking about gardening, raising livestock, fermenting food, and all of the things I loved to talk about. I found my online homesteading community and I still have good relationships with many of the people I met back in 2020. My guest today is Jasmine Bass and we met on Clubhouse. While we have not been as active on Clubhouse anymore, I have fond memories of the rooms we used to host together and all of the conversations we had. Don't forget to listen to episode 38 for part 1 of this two-part series on raising quail. Connect with Jasmine here: Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thymeandtimber/ @thymeandtimber Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thymeandtimberhomestead/ Self Sufficient Quail FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/selfsufficientquail Quail 101 Course: https://learn.quailuniversity.com/courses/quail-101?ref=e29538 Mona's Info: Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers: http://healthyhomesteading.com/workshop Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: http://healthyhomesteading.com/checklist Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

In 2020 when the world was shutting down it was our first year on this homestead in Georgia. I was starting to feel very lonely because all of my homesteading friends were back in California. That's when I found a new startup app called Clubhouse. I was in a new state, a new home, and far away from my homesteading friends. It was a really difficult time for me and then I found the social audio app where there were all these people talking about gardening, raising livestock, fermenting food, and all of the things I loved to talk about. I found my online homesteading community and I still have good relationships with many of the people I met back in 2020. My guest today is Jasmine Bass and we met on Clubhouse. While we have not been as active on Clubhouse anymore, I have fond memories of the rooms we used to host together and all of the conversations we had. This is the first part of a two-part podcast series. Listen to episode 39 for part two. Connect with Jasmine here: Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thymeandtimber/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thymeandtimberhomestead/ Self Sufficient Quail FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/selfsufficientquail Quail 101 Course: https://learn.quailuniversity.com/courses/quail-101?ref=e29538 Mona's Info: Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: http://healthyhomesteading.com/checklist Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading Listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

If you are listening to this podcast you are likely a new homesteader or homestead dreamer. You are either in the beginning years or in the dreaming years of your journey. It seems homesteading has really gained in popularity these past few years. It's no surprise really since 2020 people have started evaluating their priorities, their quality of life, and their health. You may be one of the many people desiring to have skills that make you feel less dependent on the grocery store by knowing how to grow and raise your own food. Well, in 2020 I realize my dream was to see more and more people live the homesteading lifestyle in the best way possible. This includes preventing bad starts and overwhelm. Do you really need acres and acres of land? Do you need to grow 30 tomato plants? What livestock fits your lifestyle and goals the best? What about a savings and income plan for when feed and lumber prices go up suddenly? And what about vacations? Do you have a plan that will allow you to leave the homestead from time to time? These are all things that will be covered in the Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers. I'll share some of my resources and strategies for building the homesteading life you dream about. This 2-hour workshop is designed to help you discover what you really NEED to start your sustainability journey and to help you feel confident going forward with future plans. On March 3rd at 12pm EST this event will be live but if you are unable to attend live you will have access to the replay. there will be a Q & A session at the end of the workshop and you will get the updated version of the Homesteading for Beginner workbook with your registration ticket. Register for the workshop by going to healthyhomesteading.com/workshop The price is only $29 for all of that. This price is a special live recording price, after the event the recorded event will be available for purchase for the regular price. If you're listening to this after May 3rd. you will still have access to the workshop recording and workbook. Register for the workshop by going to healthyhomesteading.com/workshop

***The live workshop is over but you can purchase the replay version here: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ The 2-hour live Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders is the perfect place to begin. If you are someone who is seeking ways to be more self-sufficient and live a more sustainable lifestyle then this workshop is for you. The live workshop is on May 3rd at 12 pm EST. You will get a free updated copy of the Homesteading for Beginners Workbook with your ticket. Register for the Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders & Dreamers before May 1st to enter the giveaway. https://homesteading.my.canva.site/workshop If you are listening to this you are likely a new homesteader or homestead dreamer. You are either in the beginning years or your in the dreaming years of your journey. It seems homesteading has really gained in popularity these past few years. It's no surprise really. Since 2020 people are really evaluating their quality of life and their health. Sipping tea while sitting on your front porch overlooking the acres of land. Spending your days watching your chickens and goats enjoy the land you own and feeling very satisfied with all of the self-sufficiency skills you are learning in the process. Having skills that make you feel less dependent on the grocery store because you know how to grow and raise your own food. These are the dreams many people are currently having. Well, in 2020 I realize my dream is to see more and more people live the homesteading lifestyle in the best way possible. This includes preventing bad starts and overwhelm. On today's episode, I'm going to revisit the how to start a homestead topic. In the first 5 episodes of this podcast I go in more depth by following the Homesteading for Beginner checklist I create. But I've recently updated so I thought I'd go through the checklist again with the updated version. Mona's info: Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Workshop for Beginner Homesteaders and Dreamers (includes workbook): https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/workshops/ Homestead Income YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@HomesteadIncome 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

If you are a parent of children, especially young children you may have experienced how difficult it is to find a balance between having your interests and hobbies and raising kids with their interests and hobbies. Sometimes it may feel like you're losing yourself to raise your amazing little humans. While this is a season of having to be more selfless we also need to understand that without your interests, your children will have a hard time discovering their passions without you modelling what being passionate looks like. Today I'm talking about why it's important to include your passions and interest in your homesteading journey and how that will benefit your children. Homestead Bundle ends April 1st: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/15542/237776 WHAT IT IS The Off-Grid Homestead Bundle is a collection of 100+ high-quality ebooks, courses and guides for only $50. If bought separately, everything in the bundle would cost over $4900 in total, making it a 99% discount! There is no catch, other than the bundle ends on the 1st of April, and all of the resources will go back to the regular price. Free Bonus Bundle with Bundle Planner: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/641a296fdc3789176b6944aa Find Mona on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Get the Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/

We see picture-perfect social media posts with families enjoying the homesteading life and then look at our less-than-perfect life and wonder what we are doing wrong. Well, you're not doing it wrong. Picture perfect is a moment in time. The really good stuff happens in the messier parts of life. On today's episode, I continue the conversation about homesteading with children. I go into a little bit of the downsides but I'm offering the upsides to those downsides as well. If you have kids or dream of raising kids on the homestead this episode is for you. Get the Homesteading for Beginners checklist here: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ More info: 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan Shop Homesteading Books and Supplies: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

If you are wondering what it's like to raise children on the homestead then this is the episode for you. Get the Homesteading for Beginners checklist here: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ While my husband and I were in the middle of raising our kids we sometimes wondered if we were doing the right thing. I think all parents have some doubts. The homesteading life is great but there are some downsides and sacrifices that had to be made in order to live the way we did. Now that I'm older and wiser and all of the children are adults I can see clearly the benefits of raising children in the homestead life. There were plenty of downsides to the lifestyle but the benefits far out weight them. Here are 5 things you need to know about homesteading with children: All of these things may not be true for every child or homestead but if your children are growing up the way mine did then this is a possible outcome. Your children will discover that being bored is not a bad thing. Your children will learn about life and death. Your children will gain an appreciation for nature. Your children will learn about hard work. Your children will know things their peers don't.

The Homestead Income Framework enrollment period ends on March 12th! If you are reading this on or before the deadline visit https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/framework ASAP! CREATE THE HOMESTEAD LIFE YOU DREAM OF BY HAVING A SOLID INCOME PLAN. Learn how to create a growing income stream through the digital products you create and sell: from your passions and interests to the person you want to serve the most in a way that aligns with your desired lifestyle and homesteading skills. It's time to learn the strategy for generating a profitable online income stream. If you are reading this after the deadline or want to know how to stay connected get one of these freebies: 101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

In today's episode, I'm sharing the audio version of a master class I did inside of the 2-Week Homestead Income: Digital Product workshop. If you are interested in learning more about how to grow your online income stream through digital products then you need to listen to this episode. Open enrollment for the Homestead Income Framework is going on now and will end soon! You have until March 12th to join this round of the program. This is a 6-month course and group coaching program starting March 27th. This program won't be open again for new students for about another 6 months so be sure to act now if you are interested. Learn more about the Homestead Income Framework here: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/framework Watch the Master Class here: https://fb.watch/j4zgIVUbcM/ You may have to request to join for this link to work. What people are saying about the workshop: This type of learning is definitely outside my comfort zone, but I persevered 😉. I don't spend a lot of time thinking about what I have to offer, I just do the work, but your simple exercises have been super helpful. I almost did not put out that poll…but decided to do it because I agreed to the class. 40+ people responded when I expected many to respond. Leslie Martin

Join the free Homestead Income: Digital Product Workshop today before it ends on March 12th https://www.facebook.com/groups/878180256567096/ Chickens are a hot topic right now. Many people are wondering if chicken ownership is the right choice for them. Hatcheries are starting to become as popular as they were way back in 2020. In episode 30 my friend Hafsa and I will be discussing the chicken ownership topic as well as generating an income from and because of chickens. Hafsa gives some excellent advice so be sure to listen until the end. Hafsa's Info: Website: https://www.eggcitedforchickens.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homesteadhafsa Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HomesteadHafsa Thank you for listening to this week's podcast. Free 101 Homestead Income Ideas List https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63cdbc61b4f015f30446d5e8 Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326 Other links to know Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

THE WORKSHOP IS OVER. GET ON MY EMAIL LIST TO BE NOTIFIED ABOUT FUTURE WORKSHOPS. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64120c4d39e52a6f1129ec08 As homesteaders and homestead dreams, we have become aware that we need to take some control of our food supply. This is what we all have in common. We no longer want to just be dependent on grocery stores to provide food for us. I think the idea of multiple income streams really resonates with most people. It sounds wise to have multiple streams of income for security and financial freedom. But, what makes homesteaders different from the rest of the world is that we understand the need to be prepared. This is why I teach about the 3 Income Homestead Streams. Those are on-homestead income, off-homestead income and online income. These diverse income streams allow us to prepare for when we need to shift with current events. We all understand we don't know what the future holds and we need to be prepared for different scenarios. There will be times you may lean into one income stream more heavily than the others. This type of thought process also goes beyond just making money. It's also about being a part of a local community and being a person someone can count on for a product or service others need. I believe this is a more holistic way to think about income. Today I'm going to discuss with my friend Jason from the Plans and Provisions Podcast about 5 Homestead Income Mistakes to Avoid. Some of these mistakes my husband and I have made and we really don't want you to make the same mistakes. Jason's Info: Plans and Provisions Podcast: plinkhq.com/i/1608416758 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plansandprovisions/ Website: https://www.plansandprovisions.com/ Other resources: Get the Free 101 Homestead Income Ideas List https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63cdbc61b4f015f30446d5e8 Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326 Other links to know Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

If you love flowers then becoming a flower farm might be a good homestead income option for you. Jessica from White Willow Farm Ohio shares why she chose flower farming as an income source and gives you tips on how to start your own flower farm in this episode of the Homesteading for Beginner podcast. This is part 3 of the series on homestead income. Listen to episodes 26 and 27 for parts 1 and part 2. Jessica White's Info: Website: https://www.whitewillowfarm.com/ Flower Farm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitewillowfarmohio/ Busy Mom On the Homestead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/busymomonthehomestead/ Don't forget the FREE 101 Homestead Income Ideas list is now ready for you to download. I've compiled a list of 101 Homestead Income Ideas and divided them into the 3 Income Streams: On- Homestead, Off-Homestead, and Online Income. This resource is completely free and will prepare you for a free training coming up called Free 2-Week Homestead Income: Digital Product Workshop I have starting Feb 22nd. During the training, I will be helping you discover a digital product you can create and sell to your ideal customer. Grab your freebie today by going to healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome THE WORKSHOP IS OVER. GET ON MY EMAIL LIST TO BE NOTIFIED ABOUT FUTURE WORKSHOPS. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64120c4d39e52a6f1129ec08 Listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326 Other links to know Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

We know bees make honey and people buy honey but what are other things bees make that people buy? In this episode, we talk with Marrianne from Rock Bridge Farmstead about how she and her husband make an income from their bees. Listen and learn some of the ways you can generate income through beekeeping. The FREE 101 Homestead Income Ideas list is now ready for you to download. I've compiled a list of 101 Homestead Income Ideas and divided them into the 3 Income Streams: On- Homestead, Off-Homestead, and Online Income. This resource is completely free and will prepare you for a free training coming up called The 2-Week Homestead Income: Digital Product Workshop I have coming February 22nd. Grab your freebie today by going to healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome. Rock Bridge Farm Info: Website: https://www.rockbridgefarmstead.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rock_bridge_farmstead/ Podcast: https://www.rockbridgefarmstead.com/our-podcast/ Thank you for listening to this week's podcast. Free 101 Homestead Income Ideas List https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326 Follow the Homestead Income Instagram account too! https://www.instagram.com/homesteadincome/ Other links to know Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

In this episode of the podcast, we explore the unconventional income stream of worm farming. Our guest, Natalie from Hey It's a Good Life, shares her inspiring story of how she turned her life around by starting a garden and worm-farming business. This is the first episode in a four-part series on Homestead Income. Listeners will get an inside look at how Natalie got started with worm farming and the challenges she faced along the way. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in alternative income streams or sustainable living. Tune in to learn how you can start your own worm-farming business and turn your passion into a profitable venture. Note: This interview was conducted on Instagram live and can be watched in its entirety by visiting the host's Instagram account @farmer_mona and Natalie's account @HeyItsaGoodLife. The next two episodes will also be in this format. INTERVIEW Natalie's Info: Website: https://heyitsagoodlife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyyitsagoodlife/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@heyitsagoodlife Thank you for listening to this week's podcast. Free 101 Homestead Income Ideas List https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Listen to the podcast on your favorite player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326 Follow the Homestead Income Instagram account too! https://www.instagram.com/homesteadincome/ Other links to know Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

When we think of homesteaders, we don't generally picture monetary wealth. Most of us are choosing a lifestyle of simplicity but I don't think anyone enjoys being strapped for money. While most homesteaders can agree the lifestyle is worth it regardless of the money, that doesn't mean we shouldn't pursue income streams that will allow us to be more financially sustainable. I see financial comfort as the ability to have a steady flow of income, coming from multiple sources, that allow you to have the wiggle room to enjoy your life without working yourself into the ground, being able to go on vacation and help people freely with your time and money. Listen to today's episode to learn ways you can discover what financial comfort means to you. Sign up for the Homestead Income resource coming soon! https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Follow the Homestead Income Instagram account too! https://www.instagram.com/homesteadincome/ Other links to know Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/ Listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

There's a good chance you've seen the price of chicken eggs go up recently. If you already have chickens producing eggs, you've instantly become famous among your friends, family and neighbors. If you don't have chickens, you may be seriously considering getting a few this spring. In this episode, I'm going to give it to you straight. I will tell you what you should know about chicken ownership. Chickens are also known as, the gateway animal into homesteading. Chickens are fun, entertaining dinosaur-like birds that produce this beautifully packaged high-protein food. It's no wonder people love the idea of owning chickens. In today's podcast, I'll be offering a pros and cons list that will help you decide if you want to add chickens to your current or future homestead. If you are a new chicken owner, there are some things you may not know is ahead of you. Sign up for the Homestead Income resource coming soon! https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Follow the Homestead Income Instagram account too! https://www.instagram.com/homesteadincome/ Other links to know Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

In this episode, we'll be exploring the role that routines, systems, and rhythms play in homesteading. Do these structures stifle creativity or do they actually help us to be more efficient and free up time for the things we love? Join us as we discuss the benefits of implementing routines, systems, and rhythms into our lives and how they can make our homesteading journey easier. We'll also share some tips and strategies for incorporating these structures into your daily life. Tune in to find out how to make the most of your homesteading experience. My desire see a shift in the homesteading lifestyle by equipping as many people as I can with the skills needed to start and maintain at least 3 income streams that will set homesteaders up to be not just more self-sufficient but also financially comfortable. Sign up for the Homestead Income resource coming soon! https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Follow the Homestead Income Instagram account too! https://www.instagram.com/homesteadincome/ Other links to know Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

One of the most useful things I did in 2022 was tapping into turtle tactics. What are turtle tactics, you ask? Turtle Tactics basically are setting your goals up to have the consistent, slow pace of a turtle. Or tortoise. We all know The Tortoise and The Hare story, right? The race between the tortoise and a hare. The hare seems the obvious winner because he's fast and a little cocky and the turtle is slow and consistent. The turtle wins the race because of his slow consistent pace. To me, this story is the perfect example for someone wanting to reach any goal but especially financial goals. Slow and steady wins the race. We can use these turtle tactics with all types of income streams. In episode 13 of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast I go into the 3 income streams you should have to set yourself up for longevity on the homestead. I encourage you to go back and listen to that episode. Three income streams allow for enough income diversity so that if something were to go wrong with one, you'd still have another to fall back on. These 3 income streams ideally should be related to homesteading. The reason is that growing your skill set while you are getting paid is like killing two birds with one stone. On- homestead Income Off-homestead Income Online Income I've spent years doing things the complicated way by learning most of what I know through trial and error and let me say, it sucked. It's so worth it to pay someone to teach you how to get where you want to be. You will cut out some much wasted time, heartache and loneliness. Starting a business can be a lonely experience. The good news is I can help get you started a lot faster and in a smarter way than I did. Having someone cheer you on and believe in your business venture can make all the difference, especially if you choose to take the slow and steady turtle approach I mentioned in this episode. Get on the Homestead Income email list so you don't miss the updated news and special offers for the course I will be launching in late March 2023. Sign up for the Homestead Income resource coming soon! https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Follow the Homestead Income Instagram account too! https://www.instagram.com/homesteadincome/ Listen to the podcast on Apple or Spotify. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homesteading-for-beginners/id1636732326 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4BRPb5IuC66BZwrzcWJtMR Links of interest: Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/

What do you do when your spouse or partner is not on board with your homesteading dreams? This is something I hear people struggling with all the time. One spouse is all into the idea of homesteading and the other has big reservations or is very against the idea. Recently, I coach a member of the Homesteading for Beginners community through this very topic. I decided a podcast episode on this topic would be good for those dealing with the same thing. I didn't poll any of my audience but I imagine some of the objections from the spouse that is not into the idea of homesteading might be concerned with: the cost of starting a homestead giving up modern convenience of fitting in as a homesteader. their kids will be deprived and sheltered family and friends will judge their lifestyle. added work to their already busy life. If any of these objections resonate with you, I'd love to hear your thoughts. You can send me a direct message on Instagram. If I didn't list an objection send me that as well. Mona Weathers This is a 2 part series, listen to part 1 here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homesteading-couples-how-to-get-your-spouse-on-board/id1636732326?i=1000590382829 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5AeCyEOkIYD0nUr6AK47FH?si=uLLfZxUqT_6SGSVnd3QG0A Sign up for the Homestead Income resources coming soon! https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome Follow the Homestead Income Instagram account too! https://www.instagram.com/homesteadincome/ Other links to know Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/