Elizabeth Bruckner's Journey of Resilience and Self-Sufficiency

In this podcast, Greg interviews Elizabeth Bruckner, the accidental suburban homesteader and author of 'The Homesteader Mindset.' Elizabeth shares her journey of cultivating resilience through intentional living, influenced by her family's World War II experiences and her education in acupuncture and oriental medicine. She discusses the concept of homesteading, debunking myths about time, complexity, and cost, and emphasizes the importance of habit creation and community. Elizabeth also touches on the significance of self-care and shares insights into her personal struggles and triumphs, including overcoming a chronic illness. The episode is filled with practical advice on starting small, finding joy in routine tasks, and being open to receiving help from others. Elizabeth’s story is both inspirational and educational, making a strong case for the benefits of adopting a homesteader mindset in modern life.

00:00 Introduction to Elizabeth Bruckner

01:24 Elizabeth's Family History and Early Influences

04:36 Journey into Acupuncture and Holistic Medicine

08:08 The Accidental Homesteader

12:20 Defining Modern Homesteading

18:30 Practical Tips for Homesteading

25:28 Habit Stacking and Habit Chaining

26:09 Building Community Through Local Markets

27:27 The Importance of Self-Care in Homesteading

28:19 Understanding Stacking Functions in Permaculture

33:08 Embracing Failures and Learning from Them

36:22 The Healing Power of the Body and Self-Care

41:18 The Joy of Curiosity and Community

43:04 Final Thoughts and Advice.

Our Guest:  Elizabeth is the author of the Homesteader Mindset, a book that will transform the way you view self-sufficiency and give you the tools and practical tips needed. For a more meaningful life, Elizabeth's book has quickly become a must read for every person who dreams of creating sustainable, living through traditional skills and common sense. Elizabeth holds an MS degree in acupuncture and oriental medicine and empowers her patients utilizing the five element. Theory of traditional Chinese medicine and the power of habit creation. Elizabeth's groundbreaking methods in self-development for the mind and the body have been incorporated by a wide spectrum of budding homesteaders and wellness seekers.

Elizabeth's Free Gift - CreateWellnessProject.com/gift/

Contact Elizabeth - CreateWellnessProject.com

Elizabeth's Book - The Homesteader Mindset

Elizabeth's Book Recommendations

Folk's This Ain't Normal by Joel Salatin

One Straw Revolutionary by Larry Korn

Grow a Little Fruit Tree by Ann Ralph

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