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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:
    Stop Believing These Preparedness Lies (You’ll Feel Better Instantly) Apr 30, 2025
    Show notes

    In today’s episode, Wendi plays a round of “3 Lies and a Truth” — preparedness style! She’ll walk you through three common myths that keep people stuck or overwhelmed when it comes to being ready for emergencies. You'll learn:

    Why preparedness isn’t just for doomsday types

    How to get started without spending a fortune

    Why it’s okay (and expected) to learn as you go

    The powerful truth that preparedness is really just love in action

    With her signature humor and warmth, Wendi reminds us that you don’t need to be perfect—you just need to begin.

    👉 Join the conversation in the Joyfully Prepared Facebook group
    👉 Grab past episodes and printables at www.joyfullyprepared.com

    Container Gardening Guide download

    Master the Art of Skill Stacking podcast episode


    What Every Mom Needs to Know About Feeding Her Family in a Crisis Apr 23, 2025
    Show notes

    When the power goes out, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed—especially when hungry kids are staring at you like you’re the generator. In this episode, Wendi shares:

    • What to do in the first 10 minutes of a power outage
    • No-cook and minimal-cook emergency meal ideas
    • Cozy ways to make a stressful moment feel like a family adventure
    • Her favorite tools, gear, and prep-ahead tips
    • Why progress matters more than perfection in preparedness
    • A gentle mindset shift for navigating storms with grace

    Plus, she shares how to turn this experience into a confidence builder for the next time. You’ll leave feeling encouraged, empowered, and ready for whatever comes next (even if it’s just snack board dinner by lantern light).

    👉 Mentioned in this episode:

    Printable- No Power Meal Checklist

    Wendi’s free Facebook group: Joyfully Prepared

    Freeze Dried Food Basics

    Meal Planning Worksheet

    Butane Stove

    Butane Fuel


    You Are a Joy. Period. Apr 15, 2025
    Show notes

    In This Episode, Wendi Shares:

    A personal birthday reflection filled with joy, tenderness, and encouragement

    A message to her younger self—and to every woman feeling stretched too thin

    Why joy isn’t always loud, and how to find it in quiet moments

    How to redirect your thoughts toward peace and abundance

    The spiritual heart of true self-reliance (and the trap of entitlement)

    How to gently model accountability for your children

    One simple practice you can start this week to shift from fear to joy

    Takeaway Quote:
    “Take a few minutes each day to put your face to the sunshine and breathe. You are a joy. Period.”

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    The book Stop Believing Everything You Think

    Wendi’s favorite grounding practices for emotional and spiritual preparedness

    Connect with Wendi:

    Website: joyfullyprepared.com

    Free Facebook Group: Joyfully Prepared Community

    Instagram: @joyfullyprepper


    Lazy Garden Hack That Actually Works: Companion Herbs Apr 08, 2025
    Show notes

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    What companion planting is (and why it’s not just for garden nerds)

    Why herbs are the ultimate multitaskers in your garden

    How to place herbs like basil, rosemary, and mint to support your fruits and vegetables

    The best culinary and medicinal uses for 9 powerhouse herbs

    Wendi’s favorite tips and fun analogies that make gardening feel doable and delightful

    Herbs covered in this episode:
    Basil, Rosemary, Thyme, Dill, Sage, Oregano, Lavender, Bay Laurel, Parsley

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Download the Printable Herb Companion Guide

    Container Gardening Course for Beginners

    More resources at joyfullyprepared.com


    #1 Food Storage Item You’re Probably Forgetting — But Totally Need Apr 01, 2025
    Show notes

    Key Points:

    Insanely Long Shelf Life: Lasts 5–10 years when stored properly—no more tossing forgotten eggs.

    Always in Stock: Your emergency stash of kitchen gold—never run out of eggs for recipes.

    No Refrigeration Needed: Store them in your pantry, perfect for power outages or camping.

    Versatile Use: Works well in scrambled eggs, omelets, quiches, bread, pancakes, and more.

    Eliminates Food Waste: Avoid cracked or forgotten eggs—just scoop and go.

    Great for Preparedness: Perfect for long-term food storage and meal prepping.

    Safe to Eat Raw: Great for homemade mayo, salad dressings, and safe cookie dough indulgence.

    Budget-Friendly Over Time: Saves money through zero waste, long shelf life, and fewer trips to the store.

    Travel-Friendly: Lightweight, easy to pack, and no risk of breaking.

    Bulk Buy Convenience: Stock up and forget about weekly egg runs.

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    Website: www.joyfullyprepared.com

    Facebook Group: www.joyfulprepgroup.com

    Thrive Life Freeze-dried egg powder: http://joyfulprep.thrivelife.com/dried-egg.html

    Egg Powder Info Guide: Essential Guide to Freeze-dried Powdered Eggs


    How To Feel Empowered and Prepared (Even When It’s Messy) Mar 25, 2025
    Show notes

    Intro: A gentle reminder that preparedness is about progress, not perfection.

    The Myth of Perfection in Preparedness: Letting go of unrealistic expectations and appreciating the power of taking small steps.

    Small Steps = Big Empowerment: Inspired by The Gap and The Gain, recognizing the progress you’ve made and celebrating those gains.

    Letting Go of Perfection: Embracing preparedness as a mindset and living with intention.

    Conclusion: You’re already doing so much good. Keep going, keep giving yourself grace, and celebrate every step you take. 💕

    Website: www.joyfullyprepared.com


    The Hidden Problem With Food Storage: Are You Missing Key Ingredients Mar 18, 2025
    Show notes

    What We Cover in This Episode:

    🍽️ Why wheat, beans, oil, salt & sugar aren’t “enough” on their own
    😬 How food fatigue & digestion issues make long-term survival harder
    🌾 How to store and actually cook with wheat, beans, oil, salt & sugar
    🥦 What to add to your food storage for a well-balanced pantry

    📌 Key Takeaways:

    ✔️ Wheat can be sprouted for fresh nutrients & cooked whole for variety.
    ✔️ Beans are great, but they take time to cook & can cause digestive issues.
    ✔️ Oil is essential for cooking & nutrition but has a short shelf life.
    ✔️ Salt isn’t just for flavor—it’s critical for health & food preservation.
    ✔️ Sugar is useful for more than sweets—it helps with fermentation & morale.

    💡 What’s one food storage item you think people overlook? Drop a comment or hit reply—I’d love to hear your thoughts!

    🎧 Listen Now: [Insert Link]

    📌 Join My Membership! → [Insert Link]
    📌 Follow me on Instagram for more tips! → [Insert Link]


    The Biggest Food Storage Challenge: How to Keep Picky Eaters & Your Family Happy Mar 11, 2025
    Show notes

    🧸 Why Kids Reject Food Storage Meals

    📖 Food Neophobia (Fear of New Foods)

    • Kids are wired to resist new foods—it’s a survival instinct!
    • Taste buds are more sensitive, making new flavors overwhelming.
    • Stress makes picky eating worse. If they won’t eat it now, they won’t eat it in an emergency.

    ✅ How to Make Food Storage Work for Kids:
    ✔️ Store what they already eat
    ✔️ Introduce food storage meals now
    ✔️ Keep familiar seasonings & comfort foods

    👵 Why Elderly Adults Struggle with Food Storage

    📖 Aging & Taste Research (2014)

    • Taste buds fade, making food bland or unappealing
    • Loss of smell changes how food tastes
    • Dry, chewy, or high-fiber foods are harder to eat & digest
    • Stress & illness reduce appetite

    ✅ How to Make Food Storage Work for Elderly Adults:
    ✔️ Store soft, easy-to-digest foods
    ✔️ Use natural flavor boosters
    ✔️ Rotate familiar meals into their routine

    💡 Join My Membership! → https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/mealplan
    📌 Follow me on Instagram for more tips! → https://www.instagram.com/joyfulprepper/

    Website: www.joyfullyprepared.com


    The #1 Food Storage Myth: Why People Won’t Eat Just Anything When Hungry Mar 04, 2025
    Show notes

    🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    ✔️ Why the Minnesota Starvation Experiment proves food fatigue is real
    ✔️ How Survivor contestants struggle with hunger, yet still refuse certain foods
    ✔️ Why kids and elderly adults are the most likely to reject unfamiliar food
    ✔️ How food storage can fail if it’s built around “survival foods” instead of real meals
    ✔️ Simple ways to make sure your food storage is actually usable

    🔹 Key Takeaways:

    ✅ Food fatigue is real—people lose their appetite if they eat the same food repeatedly.
    ✅ Even starving people refuse food—history and research prove it!
    ✅ Sudden diet changes can cause digestive distress—your body isn’t used to new foods overnight.
    ✅ Your family’s food storage should match what they already eat—store what you eat and eat what you store!

    🔹 Resources & Links:

    📖 Join my Meal Planning Membership! → Meal Planning Membership
    📖 Free Food Storage Meal Planning Worksheet → Meal Planning Worksheet
    📖 Join my Facebook Group: Easy Meal Planning for Busy Moms → www.joyfulprepgroup.com

    🎙️ Want More? Subscribe & Review!

    If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who could use some meal planning and food storage tips! Your support helps more people find the podcast.

    #FoodStorage #MealPlanning #SurvivalFood #SurvivorTVShow #FoodFatigue #EmergencyPreparedness #StockYourPantry #BusyMomLife


    Meal Planning That Actually Works: No More Scrambling at 5 PM Feb 25, 2025
    Show notes

    Have you ever opened your fridge or pantry, seen random ingredients, and thought, "There’s nothing to eat!"? You’re not alone! Meal planning and food storage go hand in hand, and in this episode, I’m sharing my simple, stress-free approach to making meal planning work for your real life—even on your busiest days.

    You'll learn:
    ✔️ Why meal planning and food storage are the perfect pair (and how they make your life easier).
    ✔️ The Top 10 Meals Method—the easiest way to simplify meal planning.
    ✔️ How to stock your pantry with the right ingredients (without wasting food or money).
    ✔️ How to keep meal planning flexible—so it works for picky eaters, food allergies, or busy schedules.

    Join My NEW Meal Planning Membership! 🎉

    If you need extra support and a simple system that actually works, I’ve got exciting news! I’ve just launched a brand-new, low-cost membership for busy moms who want meal planning to feel easy, flexible, and stress-free.

    For just $9/month, you’ll get:
    📌 One LIVE monthly community call to plan meals together & get your questions answered.
    📌 Printable templates & pantry guides to help you stay organized.
    📌 A private Facebook group for support, ideas, and motivation.

    Join now at → JoyfullyPrepared.com

    Resources & Links:

    📌 Join the Meal Planning Membership → JoyfullyPrepared.com
    📌 Download my FREE Meal Planning Worksheet → https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/planning
    📌 Website: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com

    Podcast: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/podcast

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfulprepper

    Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/wendi-bergin

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wenbergin

    Email: wendi@joyfulprep.com

    💬 Have a question or topic request? Email me at wendi@joyfulprep.com
    🎙️ Loved this episode? Please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend!

    #MealPlanning #FoodStorage #BusyMomLife #StressFreeDinners #JoyfullyPrepared


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