Homesteading has seasons—sometimes it's front and center, and other times it takes a backseat. In this episode, I’m sharing how our life looks different right now, why that’s okay, and how I’ve made peace with the inevitable FOMO.

We’ll chat about the honeymoon stage of homesteading, shifting priorities, and the simple ways I’m keeping it woven into our daily life, even when it’s not the main focus. If you’ve ever felt guilty for stepping back, this one’s for you!

Podcast Episode Highlights

My upcoming cookbook project
Homesteading is trendy now
Why homesteading is taking a backseat in my life now
Thinking about my cow Oakley
Prepare for your own shifts in life
The main three shifts in the homestead life
My current calling
Homesteading becoming a tool instead of an identity
How burnout can happen
Doing less but in more meaningful ways
Simplifying and systemizing
Not feeling guilt for shifting
Final thoughts and encouragement

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S17: E13: When Homesteading Takes a Backseat