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    Homesteading Made Simple I Joyfully Prepared

    Homesteading Made Simple is a podcast about practical homesteading skills for real life.

    Homesteading looks a lot different in real life than it does on the internet, and this podcast is about making it feel doable.

    I’m Wendi, and each episode focuses on homesteading skills that actually fit into everyday life. We talk about gardening, food storage, food preservation, kitchen skills, preparedness, and self-reliance. The calm, common-sense kind. Not extreme. Not fear-based.

    You’ll also hear about real estate, land, and choosing homes that support homesteading and self-reliant living. Whether you’re dreaming of land, managing a backyard homestead, or simply making better decisions where you live, real estate plays a big role in the life you’re building.

    This podcast is practical, honest, and rooted in real experience. Some lessons go smoothly. Others are learned the hard way. Either way, the goal is the same. Build skills. Build confidence. Keep it simple.
    New episodes release regularly.

    Subscribe and start building homesteading skills that support a more prepared, capable life.

    On Homesteading Made Simple, you’ll hear conversations around questions like:

    How do I start homesteading when I don’t have land or a perfect setup?
    What homesteading skills actually matter most for everyday life?
    How do I build real homesteading skills without getting overwhelmed?
    What does modern homesteading look like for families today?
    How do gardening, food storage, and kitchen skills work together on a homestead?
    How can homesteading make life feel calmer, not harder?
    What does preparedness look like for homesteaders who don’t want to live in fear?
    How do I become more self-reliant through simple homesteading skills?
    How does real estate and land choice affect homesteading success?
    How do I build confidence and capability at home, one skill at a time?

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    Copyright: © 2020-2024 Joyfully Prepared

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    Latest Episodes:
    God's Vision is Greater Than Your Sight Sep 30, 2025
    Show notes

    [00:00] A warm welcome to listeners around the globe (still waiting for Antarctica!)

    [02:00] The stressful lead-up to moving from New Jersey to Florida

    [08:00] How their Great Pyrenees, Aphrodite, became the unlikely guide to the right home

    [15:00] Grief and trust: losing Aphrodite just months after moving

    [20:00] Recognizing God’s orchestration in life’s chaos

    [27:00] Why kindness to yourself matters in seasons of stress

    [35:00] Journaling, scripture, and prayer as tools for realignment

    [42:00] Living Isaiah 55:8–9: learning God’s thoughts and walking in His ways

    Scripture Reference: Isaiah 55:8–9
    Key Takeaway: Even when the world feels chaotic, God’s vision is higher and His plan is greater than what we can see.


    Homestead Festival Takeaways Sep 23, 2025
    Show notes

    In this episode, you’ll hear about:

    The highlights of the East Tennessee Homestead Alliance Festival

    Skills demonstrated: soap making, yogurt making, candle making, lockpicking, tomahawk throwing, animal processing, and more

    Family-run businesses selling soap, skincare, honey, teas, and handmade products

    Why these events are valuable for inspiration, community, and learning new skills

    Wendi’s classes on food preservation (including dry pack canning) and building a waste-free pantry through meal planning

    Encouragement to start small and use resources like the Joyfully Prepared Library to keep growing your skills

    Links to vendors and sponsors mentioned, including Azure Standard, goat milk products, and Garden Grown Beauty

    Resources & Links Mentioned:

    Joyfully Prepared Library

    Azure Standard

    Garden Grown Beauty (regenerative skincare)

    Appalachian Wiggle Butts - Goats Milk Lotions and Soaps


    Three Herbal Preparations Every Mom Needs to Know Sep 16, 2025
    Show notes

    When your child gets sick, it’s easy to feel helpless. But sometimes the best remedies are the simple, old-fashioned ones already in your kitchen. 🌿

    In this episode of the Joyfully Prepared Podcast, Wendi Bergin shares the three herbal preparations every mom needs to know:

    🧅 Onion Poultice – a soothing chest remedy that helps ease congestion and promote rest.

    🧄 Garlic Honey – nature’s antibiotic paired with honey’s throat-soothing sweetness.

    🍵 Herbal Teas – calming, immune-supporting blends like chamomile, peppermint, sage, and thyme.

    Along the way, Wendi tells the story of how she supported her daughter through a tough illness with these time-tested remedies (plus a few extras like elderberry syrup, mullein, and manuka honey). You’ll hear the practical tips, the “mom hacks” (hello, freeze-dried onions at 4am!), and the encouragement you need to feel more confident caring for your family naturally.

    Resources & Links:

    The Power of Elderberries -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-prepared/id1510423135?i=1000693455933

    Elderberry Syrup Kit - https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/elderberry

    Joyfully Prepared Library -https://www.joyfullypreparedlibrary.com

    Meal Planning Worksheet - https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/planning

    Joyfully Prepared Realtor - https://joyfullyprepared.com/realestate/

    Website - https://joyfullyprepared.com

    Instagram - https://instagram.com/joyfulprepper

    Facebook - https://www.joyfulprepgroup.com

    Safe Water Drop - https://www.safewaterdrop.com


    Behind the Scenes: What’s New with Joyfully Prepared Sep 09, 2025
    Show notes

    New things are happening around here, and I can’t wait to share them with you! In this episode, I’m talking about my upcoming speaking event, the Joyfully Prepared Library, my new focus as the Joyfully Prepared Realtor, and why now is the perfect time to start preparing for the holidays — with peace, not overwhelm.

    Joyfully Prepared Library -https://www.joyfullypreparedlibrary.com

    Meal Planning Worksheet - https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/planning

    Joyfully Prepared Realtor - https://joyfullyprepared.com/realestate/

    Website - https://joyfullyprepared.com

    Instagram - https://instagram.com/joyfulprepper

    Facebook - https://www.joyfulprepgroup.com


    Mom Strength You Didn’t Know You Already Had Aug 26, 2025
    Show notes

    Do you ever keep a running list in your head to prove how tired you are? Wendi calls it the Proof of Exhaustion List, and in this episode she shares what’s on hers and why we do it.

    But this isn’t just about being tired—it’s about choosing strength. Wendi reflects on her recent workouts, her surprisingly strong wrists, and how everyday chores like gardening and breadmaking build hidden resilience. You’ll also hear insights from her time studying with herbalists in Italy, why muscle strength matters as we age, and encouragement for women to prioritize their bodies as gifts from God.

    In this episode, you’ll hear:

    What the “Proof of Exhaustion List” is (and why it’s so relatable)

    Why strength training is essential for women, especially through menopause

    How everyday homemaking builds strength without us realizing it

    Lessons from herbalist Margi Flint on hand strength and aging

    Encouragement to make strength part of spiritual and physical preparedness

    Resources & Next Steps:

    Visit JoyfullyPrepared.com

    Join the Joyfully Prepared Facebook group to share your own “Proof of Exhaustion List”

    Email Wendi your strength training wins or encouragement for other moms

    wendi@joyfulprep.com


    Simple Ways to Find Calm in Chaos Aug 19, 2025
    Show notes

    Life has a way of drifting toward chaos—whether it’s towels in a heap, laundry piling up, or one too many plates wobbling on sticks. In this episode of the Joyfully Prepared Podcast, Wendi unpacks:

    The story of the red towel and why her brilliant “mom system” didn’t work out.

    Why entropy isn’t personal failure—it’s just how the world works.

    The plate-spinning analogy and how it mirrors our daily lives.

    Why giving yourself grace (and even a nap or a cry) is essential.

    How to eliminate plates, delegate responsibilities, and simplify what remains.

    Ways to combat entropy with rest, laughter, and practical action.

    You’re not a hypocrite. You’re not failing. You’re a mom with a lot of plates—and you’re doing better than you think.


    Easy Dinners And Lunches For Hectic Weeks Aug 12, 2025
    Show notes

    Packing lunches every morning. Cooking dinner every night. Which is more stressful? Honestly, it’s a tie—except lunches feel like a daily pop quiz, and dinner is more like a final exam.

    In this episode, I’m sharing:

    Cushion meal ideas that save your sanity during the first weeks of school

    How to turn rotisserie chicken into multiple easy meals

    Freezer night tips that work for both store-bought and homemade

    Sheet pan, breakfast-for-dinner, and salad bar ideas that require minimal effort

    My simple Mix + Match Lunch Formula (protein + veggie + fruit + fun item)

    How to involve kids in lunch packing without adding more chaos

    You’ll also hear two things I love and use myself:

    https://ufeelgreat.com/c/bergin A chlorogenic tea and medical-grade fiber drink that’s helped me manage appetite, support gut health, and improve energy and focus ([link in show notes])

    SafeWaterDrop.com – my go-to for year-long water purification in one tiny tablet

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Meal Planning Worksheets – plan dinners and lunch packing in one spot so you’re not scrambling ([link])

    My Facebook group: Joyfully Prepared – come share your own meal planning wins and get support

    SafeWaterDrop.com – year-long water purification in one tablet

    You’ve got this, mama. Keep lunches simple, dinners doable, and give yourself the cushion you deserve this back-to-school season.


    Say This When You’re Tired, Stuck, or Spiraling Aug 05, 2025
    Show notes

    In this episode, you’ll hear:

    A poetic reframe: hard things as gifts to your future self

    The herbalist’s story of “We don’t take away—we give”

    How journaling helped Wendi rewire her mindset

    A powerful gym moment and how simple phrases changed everything

    A sweet story about chickens, wasps, and newfound confidence

    Practical examples of uplifting self-talk in everyday tasks

    7 journal prompts to gently shift from deprivation to devotion

    Mentioned in this episode:

    SafeWaterDrop.com – my favorite no-fuss water purifier

    Rosalee de la Forêt – herbalist and author

    The Joyfully Prepared Facebook group – come share your insights with me!

    ✍️ Journal Prompts

    1. What am I giving myself by doing this hard thing?
    2. What have I tried to take away in the past—and how might it feel to give something better instead?
    3. When I think about a habit I want to change, what is my self-talk around it?
    4. What am I truly craving underneath the habit—comfort, connection, energy, space?
    5. Who taught me how to talk to myself—and who do I want to sound like now?
    6. Where in my life am I ready to shift from deprivation to devotion?
    7. What are three things I gave myself this week—on purpose or not—that helped me feel more whole?

    Are You Pushing Too Hard? I Was. Jul 29, 2025
    Show notes

    Episode 179 – Proof You’re Still Doing Great (Even If You Missed a Week)

    Hey friend—today’s episode is short, honest, and from the heart. I missed releasing an episode last week. First time in over three years. And guess what? I didn’t panic. I rested. And now I’m here to talk about what that taught me. 💛

    In this episode, I share:

    Why I skipped an episode after 179 weeks straight

    A reminder that rest isn’t failure

    What baseball taught me about streaks and starting again

    A few of my personal wins (and sweat-soaked Florida thoughts)

    Gentle journal prompts to help you reflect and rest

    Why being loved has nothing to do with productivity

    📒 Journal Prompts from the Episode:

    Where in my life am I feeling the most tired right now?

    What’s one small way I can offer myself grace today?

    What story am I telling myself when I need a break—and is it true?

    What’s one tiny thing I can do today that helps me feel grounded or restored?

    What have I already done this week that I’m proud of—even if it’s small?

    💧 Special thanks to our sponsor: SafeWaterDrop.com
    Keep your emergency water supply safe and drinkable—especially during hurricane season. I use Madidrop myself and recommend it for every emergency kit.

    🫶 You are not behind. You are not lazy. You are loved.


    Proof You Didn’t Fail Today: A Gentle Evening Ritual Jul 17, 2025
    Show notes

    ✨ What if five minutes at the end of your day could be the most powerful mindset shift you’ll make all week?

    Today I’m sharing my transformation journal—a simple, four-part daily practice that’s helped me see progress, even on the hardest days.

    In this episode, you’ll hear:

    Why I started this journal after a “Rapid Transformation” challenge with Dr. Benjamin Hardy

    The four prompts I use every night:
    1️⃣ At least three wins (even tiny ones)
    2️⃣ Remembering a mercy or miracle from the day
    3️⃣ A transformation that happened, big or small
    4️⃣ Three goals for the next day to support your bigger dreams

    Real-life examples from my own journal entries (including shower wins, rainstorms, and battling giant Florida roaches 🪳)

    How this practice helps you celebrate your growth, notice God’s blessings, and stay focused on what matters most

    💧 Special thanks to our sponsor: SafeWaterDrop.com
    I keep Madidrop in my own emergency kit for safe, purified water when it counts most. Check them out at SafeWaterDrop.com.

    📝 Links I mentioned:

    Dr. Benjamin Hardy’s books (Be Your Future Self Now, The Gap and the Gain, 10x Is Easier Than 2x)

    My website: joyfullyprepared.com

    TikTok for my garage clean-out adventures: @WendiBergin

    I’d love to hear if you try this transformation journal for yourself! Send me a message at joyfullyprepared.com and let me know how you’re making it your own.

    You are worth celebrating, my friend. 💛


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