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095. The Homesteader Mindset: 9 Characteristics of a Homesteader
Homesteading for Beginners
04/03/24 • 20 min
The homesteader's mindset is unique. We tend to have a different outlook on life than many people. We are choosing this lifestyle for many reasons and there are some common characteristics that help us enjoy this life some much.
Listen to episode 95 to learn the 9 characteristics the contribute to the homesteader mindset.
-Prepared
-Producing more than we consume.
-Problem Solver & Resilience
-Appreciation for Nature
-Community Oriented
-Ingenuity
-Skill Building & Mastery
-Self-Motivated
-Food Snobs ;)
Don't forget to get the free Homesteading for Beginners checklist!
https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/
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
Listen on Apple or Spotify:
Apple:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homesteading-for-beginners/id1636732326
Spotify:
084. How to Stay Focused on Your Homesteading Goals in 2024
Homesteading for Beginners
01/04/24 • 17 min
While I was planning for my homestead and business goals for 2024, the word "invest" came to mind. I've realized that I need to focus on investing my time, money, and energy into things that will propel my goals forward. This also means reducing or eliminating things that don't contribute to my goals.
I chose the word "invest" because it carries more weight. When we invest, we are intentional and expect a return on our investment.
So, for 2024, I choose to invest in:
- Organizing and automating my time to create more free time.
- Putting more energy into activities I love, such as spending time with friends and family, working with horses, and engaging in artistic pursuits.
- Using my money to grow my business and homesteading skills.
- Focusing on actions that make a significant impact instead of wasting time on trivial matters.
I'm sharing this with you to encourage you to think about how you can be intentional in the new year. Even if you don't choose a word of the year, find something that symbolizes your commitment to improving your life and getting closer to your goals.
If you're looking for a word of the year, feel free to use mine. For me, the word usually emerges as a pattern in my life. It may be something that is missing or something I know is necessary.
I hope your year is off to a great start. Below are some ways I can help you further.
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
114. Herbs & Herbalism 101 with KhadiYah Preciado
Homesteading for Beginners
02/21/25 • 45 min
Join us for an inspiring interview with KhadiYah Preciado, a passionate herbalist. She shares her journey from personal health struggles to developing proven frameworks like the T.E.A. Method, 4 Levels of Safety, and 4-Step Journey, making herbalism clear, effective, and practical.
Whether you’re looking to heal, grow a business, or become a clinical herbalist, KhadiYah’s wisdom will empower you to do it with confidence and purpose.
Don’t miss this powerful conversation!
This is episode 114 of the Homesteading for Beginner podcast with Mona Weathers. KhadiYah’s Links:
https://www.youtube.com/@HerHealthyHome
https://www.yahsapothecary.com/
https://www.instagram.com/khadiyahpreciado/
Mona’s Links:
**AZURE STANDARD** (Sign up with my affiliate link here): https://www.azurestandard.com/?a_aid=EZO0slBbMt
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/swemWvPEf94
Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/
Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook
Shop Homesteading Supplies on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona
101 Homestead Income Ideas List: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome
Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK): https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan
Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners
107. Chickens 101: Pros and Cons of Keeping Chickens for Beginners {Rebroadcast}
Homesteading for Beginners
08/02/24 • 19 min
In this episode of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast, host Mona Weathers dives into the essentials of chicken ownership. From their amusing dinosaur-like demeanor to the pros and cons of keeping them, Mona shares her years of experience and a wealth of insights. She discusses the initial enthusiasm of owning chickens, occasional challenges like sudden deaths due to predators, the constant cleaning up of chicken poop, and the cost of feed. On a positive note, she highlights the dietary benefits of fresh eggs, natural pest control, and the joy chickens bring with their entertaining personalities. Whether you’re considering chickens for your homestead or looking for ways to improve your existing flock care, this episode offers valuable and practical advice.
This is episode 107 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
Shop Homesteading Supplies on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona
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
00:00 Introduction to Chickens and Homesteading 00:41 My Family's Journey with Chickens 01:36 Pros and Cons of Chicken Ownership 02:25 Cons of Owning Chickens 09:22 Pros of Owning Chickens 16:46 The Value of Slow Food 19:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
093. Let's Talk About the Weather with Mona Weathers
Homesteading for Beginners
03/18/24 • 14 min
I tend to talk about the weather a lot. A few weeks ago I brought up the weather to one of my daughters and she laughed and said, “Why do you always talk about the weather?” I told her it’s because it’s a big part of my life as a homesteader and horse owner. My daily life changes based on what the weather is doing.
I also like to talk about the weather because it's a universal small talk topic that everyone has an opinion about. Let's chat about the weather today on the show!
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Use this affiliate link to purchase the bundle: https://monawea--impactbundles.thrivecart.com/self-sufficient-living-bundle/
After March 24 use this link to purchase the Beginner Homesteader's Starter Kit: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/starthomestead
I just launched my brand new Beginner Homesteader's Starter Kit! The kit includes the Homesteading for Beginners digital workbook with videos guiding you through how to avoid the 7 homesteading pitfalls. The kit also include a digital homestead planner and coaching from me! I'm excited to also tell you this new starter kit is one of the 110 digital products offered inside of the Self-Sufficient Living Bundle going on right now. So not only can you get my starter kit but you can also get tons of other valuable courses and ebooks on self-sufficiency topics. Here's what you will learn: With this mega-collection of some of the most potent online courses and ebooks, you'll have the knowledge and guidance to:- Grow your own organic food and live off the land
- How to start a micro homestead in your apartment
- Earn money online or from your homestead, through rentals, Instagram, farmstands, etc
- Lock in today's food prices with canning and food perseverance
- Protect yourself from harmful chemicals and electromagnetic radiation
- Make your own chemical-free products from plants and natural ingredients
- Raise and take care of your animals in your own backyard
- Raise a family connected to the values that matter most
- Create herbal remedies at home to boost the health of yourself and those you love
- Experience abundance even with a minimalist, DIY lifestyle
- And much, much more!
Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist:
https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/
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
Listen on Apple or Spotify:
Apple:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homesteading-for-beginners/id1636732326
Spotify:
109. Should Homesteaders be on social media? Why I quit and other personal updates.
Homesteading for Beginners
09/13/24 • 17 min
In this episode, I share the personal challenges and transformative decisions that led me to leave social media and focus on my mental and emotional well-being. From the joy of having my family live with us to the heartbreak of losing my beloved horse, this summer has been a rollercoaster. Learn why I've slowed down my podcast frequency, my plans for vlogging, and how I'm rediscovering creativity without the constant distraction of social media. If you're keen on sustainable homesteading or just need inspiration to unplug and reconnect with yourself, this episode is for you!
This is episode 109 of the Homesteading for Beginners Podcast.
Watch and Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gGiWyZH2PnM
Get the Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist:
https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/
Homesteading for Beginners workbook:
https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook
Shop Homesteading Supplies on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona
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
00:00 Introduction to Homesteading and Personal Reflections 01:11 Challenges and Changes in Life 02:46 Family Dynamics and Emotional Adjustments 05:29 Loss and Grieving a Beloved Horse 07:09 New Beginnings and Homestead Updates 07:41 Detoxing from Social Media 11:19 Future Plans and Creative Pursuits 13:36 Encouragement and Final Thoughts
076. A quick update.
Homesteading for Beginners
09/14/23 • 7 min
This just a short podcast episdoe. I'm just sharing what's going on with the podcast and my life. The links I mentioned are below.
Here's my favorite business tools & resources list page: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/tools
This is episode 75 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
104. Twenty-five Homesteading Skills You Can Start with Little to No Land
Homesteading for Beginners
06/26/24 • 20 min
In this episode I dive into 25 practical ways to kickstart your homesteading journey, even if you have little to no land. From gardening on apartment balconies to learning animal husbandry without owning animals, I cover a variety of essential skills. I also discuss composting, preserving food, foraging, bread making, herbalism, and much more. I share my experiences and provide valuable tips on how to become more self-sufficient and sustainable.
Are ready to start your homesteading journey but you're not sure exactly how to begin? The Beginner Homesteader's Starter Kit will take you through the steps you need to start your journey off on the right foot so that you can prevent homesteader burnout.
This starter kit is on sale until June 30th 2024. Get 35% off by using the code: HOMESTEADSTART
https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart
Watch this episode on YouTube and please don't forget to subscribe to my channel:
Get the Homesteading for Beginners checklist here >> https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/Episdodes mentioned in this episode:
Gardening:
Ep.96 Turn Your Black Thumb Green with These Tips: https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/096-turn-your-gardening-black-thumb-green-with-these-tips
Ep. 82 Organic Gardening with Jessica Gaige: https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/082-organic-gardening-for-beginners-with-jessica-gaige
Composting:
Ep. 26 Worm Farming : https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/026-homestead-income-series-worm-farming
Preserving Food:
Ep. 49 - Melissa K. Norris on the 9 Food Preservation Methods: https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/049-melissa-k-norris-on-the-9-food-preservation-methods
Bee Keeping:
Ep. 92- Natural Bee Keeping with Adam & Leslie Martin : https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/092-homesteading-community-natural-beekeeping-with-adam-leslie-martin-of-beekept
Natural Dyeing: Jessica Unsell 🌿 Color Seeker (@wild_fire_water_) • Instagram photos and videos
Home Health Care:
Ep. 98. Homesteader Health with Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Amber Belt
https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/098-homesteader-health-with-naturopathic-physician-dr-amber-belt
Microgreens:
Ep. 77 Growing Microgreens with Laura Patterson
https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/blog/microgreensbusiness
Homeschooling:
Ep. 63 Homesteading and Homeschooling with Cody Hanner
https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/063-homeschooling-homesteading-with-kody-hanner-part-1
Permaculture:
Ep. 52 What is Permaculture and How Can It Help You?
https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/052-what-is-permaculture-how-can-it-help-you
00:00 Introduction to Homesteading for Beginners 00:15 Starting Your Homesteading Journey with Little to No Land 01:24 Gardening: The Foundation of Homesteading 02:32 Composting and Vermicomposting 03:28 Preserving and Seed Saving 05:18 Animal Husbandry: Caring for Livestock 07:12 Kitchen Skills: Bread, Cheese, and Cooking from Scratch 08:38 Foraging, Hunting, and Fishing 10:01 Herbalism and Soap Making 11:19 Welding, Carpentry, and Beekeeping 12:56 Budgeting, Natural Dyeing, and Aquaponics 15:04 Home Health Care and Butchery 16:31 Growing Fodder and Microgreens 17:43 Homeschooling and Woodworking 19:10 Permaculture Design and Conclusion
050. Melissa K. Norris On The 9 Food Preservation Methods: Part 2
Homesteading for Beginners
06/06/23 • 32 min
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:
106. Quail are the New Chicken with Jasmin Bass {Rebroadcast}
Homesteading for Beginners
07/24/24 • 41 min
In this episode of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast, host Mona Weathers delves into the benefits of raising quail for meat and eggs, especially for those with small-scale or suburban homesteads. Special guest Jasmine Bass shares her journey of transitioning to quail raising, discussing their nutritional perks, ease of care, and space efficiency. Jasmine recounts her struggles with chicken egg allergies and how quail eggs proved to be a healthier alternative. They also explore different housing options, feed strategies, and potential challenges with quail. This informative chat is perfect for both new homesteaders and those considering adding quail to their homestead. Plus, learn about Quail 101, an extensive online course aimed at helping beginners master quail raising.
Watch the video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nbDMtVjZbpY
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/@homesteadingforbeginners
Listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326
00:00 Introduction to Quail Benefits 00:32 Homesteading Journey and Community 01:50 Meeting Jasmine Bass 03:03 Getting Started with Quail 04:00 Jasmine's Homesteading Experience 06:12 Quail Varieties and Benefits 17:47 Housing Options for Quail 21:55 Reducing Feed Waste for Quail 23:22 Cost Comparison: Quail vs. Chickens 23:59 Managing Quail Population and Feed 25:54 Supplemental Feeding for Quail 27:50 Addressing Aggression in Quail 31:12 Cons of Raising Quail 34:44 Introducing Quail University 37:50 Community and Resources for Quail Enthusiasts
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How many episodes does Homesteading for Beginners have?
Homesteading for Beginners currently has 119 episodes available.
What topics does Homesteading for Beginners cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Home & Garden, How To, Podcasts and Education.
What is the most popular episode on Homesteading for Beginners?
The episode title '004. How To Get Started Homesteading: Checklist Part 4' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Homesteading for Beginners?
The average episode length on Homesteading for Beginners is 23 minutes.
How often are episodes of Homesteading for Beginners released?
Episodes of Homesteading for Beginners are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Homesteading for Beginners?
The first episode of Homesteading for Beginners was released on Jul 27, 2022.
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