Prosperity Homestead

Has Wall Street's rollercoaster led to dreams of seclusion and relaxation? Have circumstances caused you to consider living alternatives?The banking and financial services industry is laying off thousands. Every pay band is impacted, including top earners. It's a sign of things to come.If you want to hedge against the coming chaos, do this now. It starts with a written plan that focuses on outcomes and fast-track implementation.There are many things to consider before off-grid living. Don't blow your severance on common mistakes and media pressure to escape the city.You can build a resilient homestead, a sanctuary from market meltdowns and political firestorms. It starts where you are today. A design plan is the guiding start to a prosperous homestead.Today's episode is a response to a recent consultation. Learn more about bespoke insights for your homesteading dream, ask your questions at https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/contact/Will the world's crises worsen, leaving me unprepared and exposed? Discover practical responses to a changing world; join us at https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/newsletter/#OffGridLiving #SelfReliance #FoodSecurity #PhysicalSecurity #ResilientHomestead

Are you an ecologically minded landscaper, excavator, environmental consultant, or tree services company? Do you want more customers who pay, stay, and refer?Customers who are interested in sound ecological and environmentally friendly services. This message extends to solar contractors, HVAC, and home services contractors.I summarize a mastermind call with ecological solutions providers in today's episode. Discover a six-point foundational approach to selling more ecologically minded solutions. Contractors who practice earth care to reduce modern problems associated with energy use, landscaping failures, and erosion control.Deliver value to the community rather than create more permaculture consultants. Use teaching to get consulting and services clients, not more advocates.The activism approach doesn't offer practical solutions. That's where the income opportunity exists. You can grow your contracting business by filling this demand.At the end of this episode is an excerpt from a mastermind call (2015) discussing your ecology-based business. The key themes are community building, Ecological solutions, and Food security.The free consultation mentioned is still available for qualified individuals at https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/wf6d/?utm_source=001-n0302a&utm_medium=spreaker&utm_campaign=o0227b&utm_content=community-value-through-ecological-solutionsDo you want greater food security? Grow abundance on your family homestead. Learn how at https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/newsletter/?utm_source=001-n0302a&utm_medium=spreaker&utm_campaign=o0227b&utm_content=community-value-through-ecological-solutions#PermacultureDesign #ServiceContractor #EcologicalSolutions #ClimateSolutions

Do you want a homestead without the expense? Do you want your homestead to be less work each year? Pay close attention.This is possible when you design with ecology and respect for natural resources. Working makes starting a homestead with less money easier.The application of this knowledge is the true demonstration of its value. Don't watch another video without doing the exercise in this episode.To be good stewards of land brings much more than cultivating, controlling, or developing. Do you understand hydrology? What about the solar aspect?Without study, it's hard to bridge the topic of ecology with what typical landowners experience. Too many new homesteaders designed by brute force.Many will build a homestead without considering solar aspects, forest composition, or water usage. They spend more, require extra materials, and are unhappy with their new life.When you understand how nature works, it's easier to reconnect with abundance. You'll discover practices that improve the value of your land.Homesteads and small farms can lead the way in regenerative practices. Are you ready to take up this charge?In today's episode, I mention taking a survival course to understand the power of nature better. You'll learn how working with nature gets nature working for you.Want a crash course on ecology and human interactions? I recommend the "Survival Essentials Workshop" with Scott Vernon at https://www.sustainablehomestead.com/ecommerce/december-27-31-survival-standard.htmlNo matter how you do it, working with nature saves you time and improves your success.There are a lot of hard ways to homestead. For those who want food security and abundance, join us at https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/newsletter/#StartHomestead #EcologicalDesign #PermacultureDesign #RegenerativeFarming #regenerativeagriculture

Problems will happen on your homestead. Do you have the skills to resolve them?

Are you working hard, or working smart? The smart way to work stacks function to solve many problems with fewer inputs. This approach helps you clear fence lines, trails, or open habitat while enhancing functionality. When you curate land you increase resources each year. There is a time and place to clear land, but clearing is not always necessary. The forest itself is great habitat and shelter for many types of livestock. Pigs, goats, sheep, cows, and even chickens can live in the forest. Your forest systems with silo pasture or agroforestry can deliver additional products. Raise timber, quality hunting land, or wildlife habitat in the same areas livestock periodically visit. When you understand these approaches you get more from every acre. This really boils down to your connection with land. To steward or curate you need education. That starts with practical experience. To learn more about the essential survival skills program mentioned in this episode, visit https://www.sustainablehomeste... You won’t learn these things with another podcast or YouTube video. Save that for a rainy day. Doing this the right way means everyday enjoying your property. Get outside, get active, and engage the land in a meaningful way. If you want to start your small farm or homestead, or even improve management to get more enjoyment from your land, you’re in the right place. Join us at https://www.prosperityhomestea... #LandManagement #HabitatManagement #MendingFences #RegenerativeAgriculture #RotationalGrazing

Have the balls to design for humans rather than consumer goods. Unless you are a landscaper by trade, you are likely using string trimmers and leaf blowers the wrong way. These devices are sold by challenging your manhood, yet make you look weak. Do this to never blow another leaf, yet have your yard leafless. Do this to eliminate the need to string trim. You can have a lawn and still be holistic. While I’d rather you have a pasture, you don’t have to make so much noise and cause distraction to have grass. This approach reduces the time you are working for big box stores. You’ll spend more time with your family enjoying your small farm or homestead. Today’s episode has advice that works for suburban and urban spaces as well. Throw away your string trimmer and leaf blower, you don’t need them. Want practical tips on managing or starting your homestead? You’re in the right place. Join us at https://www.prosperityhomestea... #StringTrimmer #LeafBlower #NoisePollution #RakeLeaves #NaturalLandscaping #HomesteadingSkills

According to a National Health Survey, in 2021, 5.9% of adults aged 18 and over livered in families experience food insecurity. Such studies are misleading. Yet useful government lies to increase food subsidy programs. I'm sure this episode will be fact check because the media is in on it.Remember, carrots don't advertise, neither do potatoes. But the food industrial complex does. So do fast food chains and grocery stores.Using statistics in this way is a form of government control to consolidate power. It also feeds large corporate food manufacturers propaganda to push processed solutions.Don't take my word for it, John Stossel recently covered big government distractions around food insecurity claims, https://youtu.be/es614SrcbhII also cover how we define "Food Security" and why that is important. REFERENCED: Adults Living in Families Experiencing Food Insecurity in the Past 30 Days: United States, 2021, https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/databriefs/db465.pdfIf you want greater quality foods for your own security and health, join us at https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/newsletter/#BigGovernment #FoodInsecurity #FoodSecurity #FoodDeserts #HealthOutcomes

It’s very easy to get drawn into the homesteading movement. Especially with all the great helping people with new ideas. There is also the food security, sense of community, and opportunities to learn. But now you have land, what’s next. Before you hire any expert to work with you, there are many low cost solutions to get ideas. From your local college, extension offices, or federal departments, they all have programs. You can have people do studies, or give you ideas. Yet there is something far more important. This one thing makes all the difference between a homesteading dream and a nightmare. Save the drama for YouTube. For your land you need more enjoyment, value, and meaningful memories. Today’s episode has a proven approach to get more done with your land. Take notes. Do this to fight the overwhelm of expert opinion and the unlimited supply of ideas. Don’t let someone hijack your homesteading dreams with overwhelm. If you own land and want ecologically sound advice for getting more from that land, start with our podcast archive and free newsletter. Join us at https://www.prosperityhomestea... #HomesteadDesign #LandOwnership #RegenerativeFarming #ConservationLand #StartHomesteading #BuyingLand #LandManagement

What if you could have land that paid for itself? Not because you extracted resources, but instead because you were a good steward. A homestead that provides for you and your family in 12-months or less. That’s what this episode is about. Start homesteading today. Transition from the daily grind you face to a life of peace and abundance. Do this starting today without owning land, without a lot of money, and without all the headaches many others face. Avoid these common homesteading mistakes that break the bank. Understand the reality of what homesteading can do for you and how to get started. You don’t need a lot of money to homestead, it can truly be a life of abundance. Want free resources, podcasts, and more to help you homestead? Join us at https://www.prosperityhomestea... #HomesteadingSkills #RuralLand #RegenerativeAgriculture #NaturalFarming

Farming is dangerous. And with economic uncertainty, it becomes even more dangerous. Would you be able to handle any of these common farm dangers? Most homesteaders and small farms wouldn’t have a clue.With this approach, you can protect the physical security of family members. You can stay safe from trespassing, wild animals, theft, and other common farm dangers.Will you be ready for problems that will arise?To learn more about running a prosperous homestead, join us at https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/newsletter/?utm_source=005-r0929a&utm_medium=spreaker&utm_campaign=i0824a&utm_content=common-farm-dangers-to-avoid#FarmSafety #EquipmentOperation #PrivateProperty #PhysicalSecurity #SafetyProcedure#FirstAid

Do you have what it takes to start a homestead or small farm? In today's episode, I provide a profile of who comes to us for homesteading skills. The profile of those who start successful homesteads and small farms is clear. They are willing to invest in experience and immediate adjustments in lifestyle.These changes bring them closer to a homestead that increases in value. There are certain things they do before buying land. That's not what you might see from homesteading creators.Popularity isn't important for us because the world needs successful regenerative farms. Your homestead or small farm can affect food security and health.Even if it only makes a difference to you and your family, the lifestyle of homesteading is important. Making homesteading dreams a reality requires a simple approach. Today's episode includes examples of homesteading jobs. Plus, how to address financial concerns related to your homesteading journey. Buying land and starting a homestead is more expensive than ever before.Let's end these fears that keep you from gaining essential homesteading skills.If you're yearning for connection, join like-minded homesteaders at https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/newsletter/?utm_source=005-p0510a&utm_medium=spreaker&utm_campaign=i0824a&utm_content=makes-homesteading-dreams-reality#HomesteadingSkills #HomesteadingIdeas #HomeseadingJobs #PermacultureDesign #RegenerativeFarming

DO NOT DO THIS IN AN URBAN SPACE. You can grow grass for fodder, feed, or wildlife using this complete approach. Grass that grows feet in weeks, providing calories, habitat, and erosion control. This system is completely free. You don’t need to buy expensive fertilizers, toxic herbicide, or buy special tools. I share how to manage grassland spaces. Use this to restore land, create habitat, start a forest, or feed animals. Share this with other homesteaders. Stop killing your grass by managing it the wrong way. Sequester carbon to grow grass as a resource. Feed your animals all winter with even a small amount of pasture. Prevent erosion. Discover secrets used by PGA golf courses, Forestry services, and top Pasture managers. Grow more grass with fewer inputs. To see the videos mentioned and learn more about green grass year around, join us at https://www.prosperityhomestea... #GrowGrass #Grasslands #NativeHabitat #GrassfedBeef #PastureAnimals #RaisingSheep

An excerpt from a permaculture design energy audit discussion. Your feeling of room temperature is situational. Save energy by setting your thermostat higher and spending more time outside.Energy Star recommendations are to set your thermostat at 78 degrees for air conditioning and 70 degrees for heat. This setting saves households $2,200 a year.I prefer cooler temperatures, so I set my thermostat to 68 degrees in the winter. Yet, my body adapts to higher temperatures in the summer. As a result, my HVAC turns on due to home efficiencies.You can do more to have a comfortable home with insulation, airflow, and solar aspects than HVAC alone. To learn more about permaculture design, join us at https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/newsletter/?utm_source=001-l1101a&utm_medium=spreaker&utm_campaign=o0227b&utm_content=why-air-conditioning-set-at-78-degrees#EnergyStar #EnergyEfficient #AirConditioning #SetThermostat

Do you want to make passive income from your land? Are you trying to figure out what to do with acreage? Instead of selling your land, do this to improve it.Leasing or renting land the right way can increase property values. Using leases done right increases ecological value while producing agricultural products.You can use the money you earn to finance your homestead. But the relationships you create are worth much more. Discover the keys to success when renting land to farming neighbors.When food security and healthy lifestyles are at risk, owning land is a solution for many. To start a homestead and gain the skills to run it, join us at https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/newsletter/#HomesteadingSkills #LandLease #RentFarmLand #PassiveIncome #StartHomesteading #StartFarming #RegenerativeFarming

Too many dream of a homestead or small farm yet never achieve it because they don’t get started now. Today’s episode is about that starting place. What to do after you have land, even if you don’t live there. This will enhance your lifestyle. Improve your health. And help you understand the best use of land. It puts you on the path of being a great steward of this land. You’ll enjoy yourself and reach your dreams faster. If you think the video series of nomadic goat hoarding is interesting, please write with your comments. Comments, questions, and stories are always welcome at https://www.prosperityhomestea... #LandDevelopment #SmallFarm #StartHomesteading #HomesteadDream

Would you drink milk that is over a month old? What about vegetables from two seasons ago? Discover the wonderful world of fermentation and storage without refrigeration. Discover the flavor. Two books featured in this episode: - Wild Fermentation by Sandro Katz, - The Permaculture Book of Fermentation and Human Nutrition by Bill Mollison, You can extend the life and season of your foods when you learn fermentation. It’s a homesteading skill that helps you get more from each crop. Listen to learn about the culture of food. For more ideas that help you get more from your land and your homesteading lifestyle, join us at https://www.prosperityhomestea... #HumanNutrition #WildFermentation #FoodCulture #LocalFoods #TraditionalFoods

Farming is one of the most dangerous businesses out there. There are so many things that can go wrong with your property that put people in danger. Predators against your animals, life, and property. What can be done to be safe on your homestead? For practical design and implementation so that you enjoy your homestead, join us at https://www.prosperityhomestea... #HomesteadingSkills #DesignPlan #PermacultureDesign #PeopleCare #FarmingBusiness #PersonalSafety

A surprising source of money helping farmers share the costs of addressing natural resource concerns. Is there free money from the government for your small farm or homestead?That's the pitch from many business opportunity promoters about making money from your land. While some of it is true, this episode covers the harsh reality of these programs.This is your podcast as someone running a small farm or homestead. If you were to have a question, ask them here, https://www.prosperityhomestead.org/contact/#SmallFarm #FarmingGrants #GovernmentGrants

If you ever hear me yawn on a podcast, I don’t know that I’m doing it. That’s because I have hypersomnia, which is excessive daytime sleepiness. In today’s podcast I’ll cover six ways to improve your quality of life despite a sleep disorder. You may not have a sleep disorder, yet the majority of workers in the industrialized world have sleep problems. These insights will help you improve the quality of sleep. This helps you think more clearly, have more energy, and walk away from dependency. Unfortunately too many treat daytime sleepiness with drugs, caffeine, and misunderstandings. There is something you can do. As you become aware of this problem you can get the help you need. Use these insights to inform your homestead design. Start your small farm or homestead in 12-months or less. Start from where you are to live better, access healthy food, and upgrade your lifestyle. Join us at https://www.prosperityhomestea... #SleepHealth #BetterSleep #SleepDisorder