Are you thinking about starting your homesteading journey but unsure if now is the right time? In this episode, I’ll help you decide if homesteading life is for you and when to take that first step. I'll also share a personal story about my gardening journey—the mental barriers that held me back and how I finally broke through.

Topics Covered:

• How to know when you're ready to start homesteading
• Overcoming mental roadblocks that might be holding you back
• Lessons learned from my own experience starting a garden

Hi, I’m Mona Weathers, host of Homesteading for Beginners! Whether you're watching on YouTube or listening on a podcast platform, welcome!

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In this episode, Olivia shares her incredible journey from running a thriving farm-to-table business to pivoting her life entirely. Learn how she and her family transitioned to life on the road in a camper, sharing the stories of small farmers across the U.S. through their YouTube channel.

We talk about burnout, the challenges of farming, and the joys of building community and making meaningful connections. Don’t miss this deep dive into her and her family’s farmstead to homestead pivot story!

This is episode 112 of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast with Mona Weathers. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hYDIYxFNrA

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I'm ok! I know it's been awhile since I've update this podcast. I share why I had to take a break and my plans for the future. Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate you!

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