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11 Feb 2025Why Your Home Feels Overwhelming—And How to Fix It for Good00:38:47

Guest: Tiffany Donaghu | Founder of Set Apart Organizing

Topics Covered:
✔️ Tiffany’s personal journey from homemaker to professional organizer
✔️ The three-step process to decluttering and organizing your home
✔️ How to get your family on board with an organizational system
✔️ The surprising spiritual connection between clutter and peace
✔️ Why our flesh desires to consume and how that affects our spaces
✔️ Simple, actionable tips for getting started today
✔️ The importance of holy habits and family roles in maintaining order

Takeaways & Insights:
🔹 Your home should be an oasis of peace, not a source of stress.
🔹 Decluttering isn’t just about stuff—it’s about clearing your mind and heart.
🔹 Getting your family involved means defining roles and creating clear systems.
🔹 Saying “yes” to too much in life can leave no room for the things that matter.
🔹 Sometimes, the best self-care is setting up systems that free your time and energy.

Links Mentioned:

🎧 Listen now and start reclaiming your home—and your peace!

09 Jan 2023Level Up Your Learning00:25:31

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What is the value of your learning?
  • How does the internet help you gain more knowledge?
  • Why does asking questions such an important skill?
  • Why is it important to grow your knowledge?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Check out Mortimer J. Adler and  Charles Van Doren's book, How to Read a Book: The Classic Guide to Intelligent Reading, on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3icWt3D.

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

22 May 2023Preparedness Promotes Peace00:22:10

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • How can you effectively prepare for hurricanes?
  • What are the essential items and supplies you should have in your hurricane preparedness kit?
  • How does preparedness contribute to the promotion of peace?
  • How does peace contribute to the concept of freedom?
  • And much more!

 

Shop with Wendi!

Thrive Life Freeze Dried Food: https://www.thrivelife.com/joyfuprep.

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

05 Feb 2024The Effortless Kitchen - Debbie Brosnan00:30:24

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What inspired Debbie to choose the name "The Effortless Kitchen" for her cooking class?
  • In what ways does Debbie assist her students in overcoming challenges and building confidence in the kitchen?
  • Why is it important for the kitchen knife to be sharp?
  • How do Italians cook pasta?
  • And much more!

 

About Debbie:

The Effortless Kitchen began as a passion project in 2019. Chef Debbie Brosnan started offering personal chef services, providing tasty dinners for her clients in their own kitchens. When COVID-19 started to shut down the US in March of 2020, Debbie had to quickly transition her business to accommodate the ever-changing climate. She began offering virtual cooking classes as a way to provide customers with something fun and healthy while also giving her audience a social outlet.

Chef Debbie’s live (virtual on Zoom) and recorded cooking classes help you create easy farm-to-table dinners - no matter what your cooking experience is! Her menus focus on whole foods and healthy ingredients using simple recipes that have been passed down from her family or inspired by local restaurants. She has a diverse understanding of dietary substitutions that can accommodate most food allergies and sophisticated palates. Whether you are a master in the kitchen or just starting to cook at home, you will learn something. The easy meals you will make in Chef Debbie’s cooking classes are better than takeout for both your body and your wallet.

 

Connect with Debbie Brosnan!

Website: https://www.theeffortlesskitchen.com/

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

The Effortless Kitchen Cookbook: Simple, Healthy and Delicious Recipes That Make Everyday Cooking Effortless https://amzn.to/42dxzn7

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

11 Apr 2022Kamie Lehmann - YOU are an Invincible Mom!00:19:38

Here are the things to expect in the episode:  

  • What activities can you do to spend quality time with your children?
  • How is every child different? Did you know that each one may have different needs from another?
  • How does spending time with your child affect them?
  • And much more!

 

About Kamie:

Kamie Lehmann has been a Coach, Top Leader, Visionary, Strategist, and Trainer in Direct Sales for over 28 years. Kamie left her job in Corporate America more than 20 years ago - this is where her entrepreneurship journey began.

On March 2, 2020, Kamie launched a Top-Rated Podcast on iTunes called She’s INVINCIBLE. which ranked at an all-time high of #42 in the Business/Entrepreneurship Category.

She has since helped many others launch their Top Podcasts. Kamie is the owner of Kamie Lehmann Coaching and Consulting and The Be INVINCIBLE Podcast School.

At Be INVINCIBLE, Kamie teaches Entrepreneurs how to launch their top podcasts and use them to grow their business!

 

Connect with Kamie Lehmann!

Website: https://www.kamielehmann.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kamie.lehmann.1

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamie-lehmann-04683473

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfulprepper/?hl=en

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

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/joyfulprepper

30 Jan 2023The Principle of Preparedness00:25:23

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • The principle of preparedness.
  • Why do you need to develop self-reliance?
  • How can you be confident in the face of difficulties?
  • Sacrifice to save during the years of abundance.
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

28 Nov 2022Linda Lederman - How To Make A Welcoming Home00:40:10

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • How can you create a cozy and welcoming family home?
  • Why is it important to make visitors feel welcome?
  • How can you make family meals enjoyable?
  • How can you make your guest feel welcome and comfortable?
  • And much more!

 

About Linda:

Linda’s cooking skills were so bad her own family banned her from cooking when she was a teen. Happily, her skills have dramatically improved. She now has over 1000 cookbooks, is a graduate of Rouxbe Cooking School and the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, and has countless cooking courses from the International Culinary Center and Natural Gourmet Institute under her belt.

She is a kitchen confidence coach and owner of Balaboosta’s Secret, where she helps busy women with meal planning, prep, and cooking lessons, as well as coaches them on how to serve dinner with side dishes of clever conversations with their family. Stress-free cooking tips for maximum flavor, fun, and yum.

She can be found at BalaboostasSecret.com, on Facebook at Easy Weeknight Dinners for Busy Moms, as well as on Instagram @balaboostas.secret. Hook up with her for some 1:1 virtual coaching. Your inner dinner demons will thank you.

 

Connect with Linda Lederman!

Website: https://balaboostassecret.com/

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

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/easyweeknightdinnerforbusymoms/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balaboostas.secret/?hl=en

Easy One-Dish Recipe Guide Freebie: https://balaboostassecret.com/easy-one-dish-dinners/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

23 May 2022Lisa McGrath - Be Intentional & Do It Calmly00:33:57

Here are the things to expect in the episode: 

  • Why is it essential to develop your values?
  • How can you create your path despite all obstacles?
  • What does PUSH stand for?
  • How can you avoid suffering from decision fatigue?
  • Why should you take your decisions with a calm head?
  • And much more!

 

About Lisa:

Dr. Lisa McGrath is an International Bestselling Author and Speaker, Nation Board Certified Teacher, and Achievement Coach who offers inspirational, practical, and spiritual guidance.

She teaches busy individuals to find clarity, purpose, and direction with the intentional acts that help them achieve their goals and live an Intentional Life.

Her recent book, A House with Four Rooms: Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Wellbeing, part memoir and part instructional guide, teaches the philosophy of living a healthy lifestyle.

She’s the author of Pages with Purpose and an international bestselling anthology that shares entrepreneurs, coaches, and authors’ personal stories of WHY for professional, visibility, and marketing purposes.

After helping hundreds share their stores, Lisa uses her experience to help others craft and publish their personal stories with her step-by-step program so they can gain professional authority, credibility, and business growth.

 

Connect with Lisa McGrath!

Website: https://www.lisamcgrath.me/

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

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

Book: https://amzn.to/3LRqyP8

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

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

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

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

18 Jul 2022A Hurricane Taught Me This Truth00:12:28

Here are the things to expect in the episode: 

  • What should you do before a tropical storm or hurricane?
  • How can you stop being a victim of circumstances?
  • What can you expect after a hurricane?
  • What are the essential things to prepare before natural disasters?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

27 Feb 2023Self-Reliance is Freedom00:29:08

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What is the relationship between self-reliance and freedom?
  • How can your thoughts affect your choice?
  • What can you benefit from being self-reliant?
  • How does pain influence decision-making?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capuchin_Crypt

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

27 Nov 20232023 Top 5 Countdown: #5 Enjoy the Fun of Failure00:26:19

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Can failure be fun, or is it always a negative experience?
  • How can failure lead to personal and professional growth?
  • Why is it important to embrace the unknown when embarking on a journey?
  • How can you cultivate joy and gratitude during an adventure?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

15 May 2023It’ll All Work Out (The Pig Story)00:23:02

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Why is it important to have faith that things will turn out well, even if things don't go as planned?
  • How can maintaining a positive attitude and focusing on solutions help to overcome challenges?
  • How can the story's message about never giving up apply to your own life and experiences?
  • How can you use setbacks and challenges as opportunities for growth and learning?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

20 Nov 2023Mari Collins Harris - Teaching Children Financial Responsibility00:27:47

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What strategies can parents employ to teach their kids about financial responsibility?
  • What is the Ketshop app, and how does it work?
  • How does the app enhance the learning experience for children in terms of money management?
  • In what ways can the KetShop app help parents manage their children's spending habits more effectively?
  • And much more!

 

About Mari:

Mari Collins Harris is a passionate entrepreneur and devoted mother of 3 young children. She is the founder of Ketshop, a parent-approved shopping app. Ketshop empowers kids to manage their own money in real-world transactions.

Relying on Mari's background in infographic design and educational animation, she and her husband created an engaging app to teach financial literacy.

Mari's commitment to empowering children extends beyond Ketshop. She is an active member of her community and is on the board of several non-profits focused on

education and youth development.

Through her work with Ketshop and her advocacy for early childhood education, Mari Collins Harris is making a lasting impact on the lives of children. Her innovative approach to financial literacy is creating a generation of savvy, empowered young people ready to take on the challenges of the future.

 

Connect with Mari Collins Harris!

Website: https://ketshop.com/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

03 Jun 2024Standing Tall with Divine Uniqueness: The Flamingo Advantage-Katie Horner00:27:36

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What personal experiences influenced Katie's decision to use flamingos in her professional coaching?
  • The most important lessons we can learn from flamingos.
  • Katie discusses her perspective on self-reliance, emphasizing the importance of relying on God as the source of strength and purpose.
  • The details about Katie's business membership program 'Doing Business with God'.
  • And much more!

 

About Katie:

Katie Horner is known as the “Flamingo Lady.” As a Keynote Speaker, Author, and Coach, she uses Flamingos as Metaphors to Coach Marketing and Business Strategy.

 

Connect with Katie Horner!

Website: https://theflamingoadvantage.com/

Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/KatieHornorVisionary/

Facebook Personal Page: https://www.facebook.com/katie.hornor

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiehornor/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPnYYPva4HbSxsntEFSX-bQ

 

Books:

The Flamingo Advantage: How to Leverage Unique, Stay Relevant, and Change the World https://amzn.to/3yu0EzF

 

Resources:

Double Mint Gum: https://amzn.to/3yyb6X8

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

16 Oct 2023A Self-Reliance Journey-Lori Keefer - Member Spotlight:00:32:25

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What are a few of the skills that participants can expect to acquire through Wendi's program?
  • How can one maintain and reinforce a self-reliant and prepared mindset over time?
  • Why should parents teach their children self-reliance and preparedness skills?
  • How does preparedness help alleviate fear and anxiety during challenging situations?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Lori Keefer!

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lorikeefer2

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

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

26 Sep 2022The Three Rules of Food Storage00:24:30

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • Why is it essential to eat various foods instead of the same stuff daily?
  • Do children develop food preferences at an early age?
  • How can you make your kids eat food they don't like?
  • What are the things you need to consider when planning family meals?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

15 Jan 2024Discovering Joy through Homesteading - Mandy Leggett00:35:59

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What is homesteading?
  • How does Mandy define a homesteading skill?
  • What are some common misconceptions people have about homesteading?
  • What is life like as a homesteader?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Mandy Leggett!

Website: https://www.chapelhillforge.com/

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChapelHillForge

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

13 Jun 2022Teresa Ramirez - Journey in Kindness00:29:12

Here are the things to expect in the episode: 

  • Why do parents have to be cautious with what they share and post online?
  • How can you teach kindness at home?
  • How do you model kindness to your kids?
  • What are the 3 get-to-know-you questions you can ask your kids every day?
  • And much more!

 

About Teresa: 

Teresa Ramirez is a Motivational Speaker/Kindness Ambassador for loving parents who want to raise kind children. Today’s parents can see how some troubled teens are turning to devastating acts of violence because they see no other way. Consequently, parents want to make sure they are doing everything in their power to raise healthy, happy, and kind children.

Through her enlightening videos, blog posts, and fun with bubbles style, she’s here to inspire you to create fun, happy moments with your child through acts of kindness.

And when she’s not coaching, you can find her enjoying her pets, hiking, and indulging in the occasional wine tasting weekend.

 

Connect with Teresa Ramirez!

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVvQM9bQDNheUPRgbI1e-dA

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: www.joyfulprepgroup.com

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

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

11 Apr 2022Lisa Bedford - Practical Preparedness Tips from the Survival Mom00:17:44

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • How should parents support their child going through adolescence?
  • Why is relaxation important for parents?
  • How does spending time and doing things with your child help build your relationship?
  • And much more!

 

About Lisa:

In 2009 when America’s economy hit rock bottom, Lisa knew she had to take action if her family faced a long-term job loss. Layoffs and bankruptcies were everywhere.

She knew it could happen to them.

She had no experience preparing for something like that, so she learned how to prepare just in case the worst happened. It didn’t take long before she ended up in preppers and survivalism, and she learned a lot. But she also learned much of the information that wasn’t a good fit for her family.

As a former teacher, corporate trainer, and writer, she decided to start a blog and write about her prepping adventures. The Survival Mom blog was born.

Lisa has been featured in Newsweek, NPR, the Today Show and Fox News, and many others.

She helps moms learn how to prepare and equip their families for those critical moments when life hits you hard, and there’s no time to figure out what to do.

She’s the mom of two homeschooled kids and the wife of a very patient man!

 

Connect with Lisa Bedford!

Website: https://thesurvivalmom.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100044411320200&v=wall

Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesurvivalmom

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/thesurvivalmom/_created/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

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

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

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/joyfulprepper

26 Feb 2024Discovering Your Inner Strength - Matthew Brackett00:40:43

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Matthew strongly expresses the deep connection between leadership and love.
  • How can you demonstrate leadership to yourself?
  • Why is it said the most difficult person to lead is oneself?
  • Parents undergo self-discovery while guiding their children through life's complexities.
  • And much more!

 

About Matthew:

Matthew has enjoyed broad international and intercultural experience in leadership, educational, and consulting roles in Italy, Ireland, England, Colombia, Chile, and Mexico as a Catholic Priest and served as a special Staff Officer and Chaplain in the United States Navy supporting both Sailors and Marines.

To those who have worked with him, Matthew is known to be much more than an executive coach. The 10th of 13 children from small-town New England (no TV at home!), he has more than 30 years of experience in the field of personal, professional, and intercultural leadership development. As a highly versatile coach, advisor, mentor, educator, and confidant, he is considered by some to be a human version of a sophisticated Swiss Army Knife any senior leader would want close by as they strive to properly navigate and excel in multiple areas of personal and professional leadership while safeguarding priorities. He is a frequent podcast guest, given his depth and breadth of knowledge of the human experience and his honest and vulnerable approach during his interviews.

 

Connect with Matthew Brackett!

Website: https://brackettalliance.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-brackett/

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MatthewBrackett_Official

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

18 Feb 2025The Power of Elderberries: Why You Should Grow This Superfood00:24:52

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why elderberries are a must-have plant for your garden
✅ How Wendi started making her own elderberry syrup (and now sells DIY syrup kits!)
✅ The health benefits of elderberries and elderflowers
✅ Best practices for growing and caring for elderberries
✅ Tips for harvesting elderflowers and berries
✅ How to use elderberries for syrup, tea, gummies, and more
✅ Ideas for selling elderberry products—from cuttings to syrup kits
✅ What you need to know about cottage food laws for selling homemade products

 

🌿 Get Wendi’s DIY Elderberry Syrup Kithttps://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/elderberry
🌱 Learn More About Growing Elderberries → 
💬 Connect with Wendi on Social Mediawww.joyfulprepgroup.com

 

Timestamps for Easy Navigation:

🟢 00:00 – Introduction: Why Elderberries?
🟢 04:15 – How Wendi Got Started with Elderberries
🟢 08:30 – The Health Benefits of Elderberries & Elderflowers
🟢 14:45 – How to Grow Elderberries (Planting & Companion Plants)
🟢 22:10 – Best Tips for Harvesting & Processing Elderberries
🟢 30:05 – What to Make: Syrup, Gummies, Tea & More
🟢 38:40 – Selling Elderberry Products & Cottage Laws
🟢 45:00 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement

 

👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe & leave a review to help more people discover the power of elderberries!
👉 Share this episode with a friend who loves gardening or herbal remedies!

19 Aug 2024From Glitches to Natural Disasters: How Cash Can Save the Day00:24:51

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • Why should we still consider carrying cash in an increasingly cashless society?
  • The story of economist George Gammon, who traveled across Argentina during a period of hyperinflation.
  • Some common situations where cash is necessary.
  • The value of familiarity with paper currency.
  • And much more!

 

Resource:

Hyperinflation and Economic Collapse w/ George Gammon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Khub0XwyS7Q

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

04 Feb 2025Am I Worthy of Good Things? A Journey Through Shame and Self-Worth00:22:00

Key Takeaways:

  • The Banter with God: Wendi humorously recounts a conversation where she realizes she just wants to "eat, drink, and be merry" without challenges—but God has a greater purpose for growth.
  • Shame and Self-Worth: A conference discussion on shame leads to a powerful realization: shame convinces us we are unworthy of love, blessings, and good things.
  • Receiving Blessings with Gratitude & Worthiness: Wendi experiences an incredibly "flowy" day full of blessings, but still struggles with believing she deserves them.
  • Motherhood and Nurturing: As women, we are called to nurture and uplift others, but we must also learn to care for ourselves and let go of shame-based thinking.
  • A Message of Encouragement: You are deeply loved, you are seen, and you are absolutely worthy of all the good things in your life.

Connect with Wendi:

💌 Email: wendi@joyfulprep.com 
🌿 Website: joyfullyprepared.com
📍 Facebook Group: Joyfully Prepared

If this episode resonated with you, Wendi would love to hear your story. Reach out and share your journey—because you are magnificent.

18 Sep 2023Self-Care for the Soul: Prioritizing Emotional Well-being as a Mom - Mirella Acebo00:30:47

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Why is it important for moms to make their emotional well-being a priority?
  • How does a mom's emotional well-being impact her family and children?
  • Which women in the Bible can mothers take valuable lessons from?
  • What lessons or wisdom can moms gather from women's experiences in biblical narratives?
  • And much more!

 

About Mirella:

Mirella Acebo is a certified life coach and mom (a.k.a., The Life Coach Mom). She has over 10 years of experience leading and teaching women in the area of spiritual growth and personal development. She is a teaching leader at an interdenominational Bible study where she lectures, leads, and facilitates small group discussions. Her passion is helping busy moms grow as they go -- in every season of motherhood, especially the hard ones! She brings honesty and hope, plus a little humor, to daily conversations.

Aside from her work as a life coach, Mirella is also a writer, best-selling author (SOS for the MOM), actor, producer, and storyteller with over 15 years of experience in the TV industry. She has appeared in many film, television, and national commercials. She and her family live in Los Angeles.

 

Connect with Mirella Acebo!

Website: https://www.lifecoachmom.net/

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifecoachingbymirella7036

Check out Mirella's book, SOS for the MOM: A Christian Mom's Guide to Managing Emotions, on Amazon! https://rb.gy/c4ldi

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

13 Feb 20233 Vital Skills for Survival00:20:01

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What are the 3 vital skills for survival?
  • What can parents do to prevent food shortages?
  • What skills do parents need?
  • How can parents ensure food safety at home?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

23 Sep 2024Everyday Empowerment: Small Skills That Make a Big Difference00:19:50

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • In what ways does self-reliance empower us to fulfill our innate desire to serve others?
  • Food storage provides peace of mind for your family and others in need.
  • Practice and develop the new skill until you become proficient and confident.
  • Wendi's personal story when she provided a meal during 9/11.
  • And much more!

 

52-Week Home Storage List: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/52week

Food Storage Meal Planning Worksheet: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/planning?fbclid=IwAR13DUuKIA_sVi286pBMaEDZaV9Pk0OFOn_t2Qb2v552z1ldiPqUftfahsg

 

Podcast Episodes:

Essential Food Storage Basics: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/essential-food-storage-basics/id1510423135?i=1000604907060

Saving Money Using Powdered Milk: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saving-money-using-powdered-milk/id1510423135?i=1000600485283

Freeze-dried vs. Dehydrated Food: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freeze-dried-vs-dehydrated-food/id1510423135?i=1000598172071

The Three Rules of Food Storage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-three-rules-of-food-storage/id1510423135?i=1000580611409

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

24 Apr 2023Take Care of Yourself00:15:59

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What are the 3 principles of self-reliance?
  • How can self-care benefit your mental and emotional well-being?
  • Are there any physical or emotional risks associated with not prioritizing self-care?
  • Why is it hard to prioritize self-care?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

21 Aug 2023Your Purpose is You!00:16:53

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • How does prioritizing yourself as your purpose affect your relationships and interactions with others?
  • Why is it important to do something that brings you joy?
  • How does the uncertainty of not knowing your purpose impact your daily life and decision-making process?
  • What role do self-love and self-care play in making yourself your purpose?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

25 Mar 2024In Her Worth: Recognizing the Strength and Value of Women-January Donovan01:00:05

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Why do many women find it challenging to recognize their own worth?
  • How does January assist women in discovering their true selves?
  • In what ways do parental attitudes and behaviors influence their children's development of self-worth and confidence?
  • What factors have influenced the shifts in women's roles over time?
  • And much more!

 

About January:

January Donovan is a self-worth strategist, best-selling author, speaker, entrepreneur, and mama of eight. She is the founder of The Woman School, a school designed to rebuild culture one woman’s formation at a time. The Woman School’s vision is wholeness. It is dedicated to training women’s mindsets and building skill sets that will give them practical tools to integrate every part of their lives. January has trained thousands of women for over 20 years, coaching them to lead women into an integrated life of freedom and wholeness.

 

Connect with January Donovan!

Website: https://tws.thewholenessschool.com/januarydonovan

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/january.donovan_/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/january-donovan/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JanuaryDonovan

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@januarydonovan

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

03 Apr 2023Container Gardening: Growing Your Oasis in Small Spaces00:30:59

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What are the benefits of growing your garden?
  • Which type of container is most suitable for indoor gardening or small spaces?
  • What are the essential qualities to look for in soil for indoor plants?
  • What are some alternative ways to acquire seeds for gardening without spending a lot of money?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

14 Aug 20235 Reasons to Make Your Own... Anything00:16:28

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What makes creating your items more cost-effective than buying ready-made products?
  • What are the benefits of making your items or products instead of buying them from stores?
  • How does the act of making your own items contribute to a more sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle?
  • What skills and knowledge can you gain by engaging in DIY projects and creating things from scratch?
  • And much more!

 

Resources: 

5 Reasons-Why You Should Make Your Own: https://joyfullyprepared.com/2019/08/20/5-reasons-why-you-should-make-your-own/

DIY Elderberry Syrup Kit: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/elderberry

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

25 Jul 2022Suzanne Gunderson - Transform Your Stress and Reconnect with Your Body00:36:26

Here are the things to expect in the episode: 

  • What is stress?
  • What are the common causes of stress?
  • How does the body hold stress or trauma?
  • What are the 3 types of stress?
  • How can you release the tension and stress in your body?
  • And much more!

 

About Suzanne:

She empowers people to naturally transform their stress and reconnect with their bodies & their lives.

Suzanne’s personal struggle with chronic anxiety and emotional eating led her to seek alternative approaches that helped her shed layers of dysfunction, drop hundreds of pounds and use anxiety meds.

Along the way, she uncovered her value and now lives with self-honor, compassion, and grit & grace.

In her stress relief toolbox, she uses Neuro-Energy Tapping (her unique style) and Somatic Self-Regulation Techniques (including TRE- Trauma Release Exercises, Somatic Orienting, Vagal Toning exercises, and SSP- Safe & Sound Protocol).

Her approach helps people reprogram their stress and rewire their brain and nervous system for well-being.

You've got to go in to get out, and you too can transform!

Her stress relief mentoring, online workshops, treatment center, and corporate team programs have helped thousands embody the wisdom to respond, manage and recover from stress for the rest of their lives.

She speaks nationally in "Get Empowered with Neuro-Energy Tapping", “Innovative Brain Body Techniques for Trauma Healing”, and teaches workshops (‘Intro to Neuro-Energy Tapping’, ‘Gentle Stretch & Stress Relief with TRE’ and more.)

 

Connect with Suzanne Gunderson!

Website: https://www.transformedconnections.com/

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

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannegundersen/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBOYltowyswyzO9dXf6zbGw

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma By Bessel van der Kolk, M.D., https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748.

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course:  https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

18 Dec 2023Top 5 Countdown: #2 It’ll All Work Out (The Pig Story)00:25:10

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Why is it important to have faith that things will turn out well, even if things don't go as planned?
  • How can maintaining a positive attitude and focusing on solutions help to overcome challenges?
  • How can the story's message about never giving up apply to your own life and experiences?
  • How can you use setbacks and challenges as opportunities for growth and learning?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

30 Sep 2024Homestead Chat: Fun on the Farm--Greg Peterson and Judith Horvath01:15:46

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • The challenges Judith encounters when growing tomatoes.
  • Greg's experience in dehydrating apples and making applesauce.
  • Wendi's food forest and growing plants suit the region's climate.
  • Freeze-drying food and masterclass.
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Greg Peterson at https://www.urbanfarm.org/

Connect with Judith Horvath at https://www.fairhillfarm.com/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

09 Sep 2024The Ripple Effect of Self-Reliance: Preparing Yourself to Help Others00:21:58

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • Definition and meaning of self-reliance.
  • In what ways can a lack of self-reliance impact one's ability to serve others?
  • A compelling story that illustrates the impact of self-reliance.
  • The importance of expressing gratitude and respecting others' resources when borrowing or receiving help.
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

02 May 2022Lisa Bedford - The Survival Mom - Peace in Preparedness00:35:12

Here are the things to expect in the episode:  

  • Why is disaster preparedness important?
  • Why should parents learn basic survival skills?
  • What should every family's emergency preparedness plan include?
  • How do you teach children about emergency preparedness?
  • Why do you need a survival kit?
  • And much more!

 

About Lisa:

In 2009 when America’s economy hit rock bottom, Lisa knew she had to take action if her family faced a long-term job loss. Layoffs and bankruptcies were everywhere.

She knew it could happen to them.

She had no experience preparing for something like that, so she learned how to prepare just in case the worst happened. It didn’t take long before she ended up in preppers and survivalism, and she learned a lot. But she also learned much of the information that wasn’t a good fit for her family.

As a former teacher, corporate trainer, and writer, she decided to start a blog and write about her prepping adventures. The Survival Mom blog was born.

Lisa has been featured in Newsweek, NPR, the Today Show and Fox News, and many others.

She helps moms learn how to prepare and equip their families for those critical moments when life hits you hard, and there’s no time to figure out what to do.

She’s the mom of two homeschooled kids and the wife of a very patient man!

 

Connect with Lisa Bedford!

Websites: https://thesurvivalmom.com/   |   https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100044411320200&v=wall

Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesurvivalmom

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/thesurvivalmom/_created/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

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

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

Freeze Dried Food: https://joyfulprep.com/

29 Apr 2024How Self-Reliance Leads to Personal Freedom00:29:08

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What is the relationship between self-reliance and freedom?
  • How can your thoughts affect your choice?
  • What can you benefit from being self-reliant?
  • How does pain influence decision-making?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capuchin_Crypt

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Joyfully Prepared Inner Circle Membership: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/checkout/joyfullypreparedinnercircle

06 Feb 2023Freeze-dried vs. Dehydrated Food00:26:36

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • How does freeze-drying works?
  • Is dehydrated food healthy?
  • What is the difference between freeze-dried and dehydrated foods?
  • What is the most effective food preservation at home?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Harvest Right Freeze-Dryer: https://harvestright.com/

Thrive Life Freeze-dried Food: https://www.thrivelife.com/joyfulprep

Check out Louis L'Amour’s book, Bendigo Shafter, on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3jx6eu6

10 Creative Ways to Use Freeze-dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

24 Oct 2022Preparedness = Awareness00:20:54

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • Why should you put yourself first before others?
  • How can you serve others in need?
  • Why should you never stop learning?
  • Why do preparedness and awareness go hand in hand?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

30 May 2022Kamie Lehmann - Invincible Motherhood00:46:49

Here are the things to expect in the episode: 

  • What do you learn from motherhood?
  • How can becoming a mom change you?
  • What are the advantages of being a young parent?
  • What are the challenges of raising a child?
  • And much more!

 

About Kamie:

Kamie Lehmann has been a Coach, Top Leader, Visionary, Strategist, and Trainer in Direct Sales for over 28 years. Kamie left her job in Corporate America more than 20 years ago - this is where her entrepreneurship journey began.

On March 2, 2020, Kamie launched a Top-Rated Podcast on iTunes called She’s INVINCIBLE. which ranked at an all-time high of #42 in the Business/Entrepreneurship Category.

She has since helped many others launch their Top Podcasts. Kamie is the owner of Kamie Lehmann Coaching and Consulting and The Be INVINCIBLE Podcast School.

At Be INVINCIBLE, Kamie teaches Entrepreneurs how to launch their top podcasts and use them to grow their business!

 

Connect with Kamie Lehmann!

Website: https://www.kamielehmann.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kamie.lehmann.1

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamie-lehmann-04683473

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

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

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

25 Sep 2023Embracing Awkwardness - It's More Fun That Way00:18:51

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • How do adults generally feel when they start learning a new skill?
  • Why is it crucial to continue learning even when facing discomfort or awkwardness?
  • What are the potential benefits, both short-term and long-term, of acquiring a specific new skill?
  • How does enjoyment and fun contribute to the effectiveness of the learning process?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

27 Mar 2023Art of Bartering - Donna Butler00:38:28

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • How can bartering help to build and strengthen social connections within a community?
  • Why do people choose to engage in bartering in their community?
  • What are some common methods of exchange used in bartering?
  • What are some challenges that can arise when engaging in bartering?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Donna Butler!

Facebook Group: Central Florida Homestead Bartering Network

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

31 Oct 2022Food Storage: Holiday Edition00:24:43

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • Why should you stockpile food on holidays?
  • Is food storage a good holiday gift? 
  • What should you do before grocery shopping?
  • How do you decide what gift to give someone?
  • And much more!

 

Listen to Episode 28, “Where to Start with Food Storage”: https://apple.co/3gNtVfO.

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

05 Nov 2024From the Heart: How Thank You Notes Can Deepen Our Connections and Gratitude00:20:51

Only a few people use thank-you cards these days. However, would you consider creating thank you cards if the opportunity were presented to you? Join Wendi as she discusses a heartwarming gratitude project that aims to revive this thoughtful tradition. There's something undeniably comforting about receiving a thank you card. Wendi will share some ideas on how you can spread happiness through these simple yet meaningful gestures! Stay tuned!

 

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Why it's crucial to express your appreciation to others?
  • How does receiving a thank-you card make a person feel?
  • What personal touches can you add to make your thank-you cards unique and memorable?
  • How does giving thank-you cards strengthen your bonds and connections with others?
  • And much more!

 

Gratitude Project Blog - https://gratitudeproject.blogspot.com/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

22 Jul 2024Mastering the Art of Skill Stacking for Ultimate Preparedness00:30:01

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What is skill stacking?
  • How learning bread baking can lead to acquiring knowledge in various areas.
  • The importance of continuous learning, problem-solving, and serving others with one's skills.
  • Start learning a new skill today that aligns with your future goals.
  • And much more!

 

Resources: 

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

10x Is Easier than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy https://amzn.to/4bXZHxS

Be Your Future Self Now: The Science of Intentional Transformation by Dr. Benjamin Hardy https://amzn.to/3LwvFpU

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

08 Aug 2022Brandon Bailey - Tribal Acres - Holy Cow!00:35:15

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • Why should you choose sustainable meat?
  • What are the benefits of regenerative agriculture?
  • Does feed formulation have an impact on the taste and flavor of the meat?
  • Why is factory-farmed meat harmful to your health?
  • And much more!

 

About Brandon:

Brandon Bailey with his family is a first-generation farmer in Central Florida, specializing in beef, pork, chicken, duck, and turkey to their local community and beyond. They started with a pet potbellied pig and some chickens and soon fell in love with caring for the animals. They got with some friends and decided to expand and make this dream a reality. They fenced in a little bit of the backyard. They were on fifty acres, and built a coop, ordered chicks, ducks, and geese, and decided to raise their own meat. After tasting their own harvested chickens, they were sold. They dove into school, videos, education, book, the list goes on and on, and they made this with the help of God an absolute reality. They are unapologetic and intentional in all their farming practices.

 

Connect with Brandon Bailey!

Website: https://www.tribalfamily.org/

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6n0JEZe5QQmEFGT5BCk8-A

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

09 May 2022Melissa Clampitt - Honoring Your Intuition00:24:48

Here are the things to expect in the episode: 

  • Why should moms take time for themselves?
  • How does taking care of yourself make you a better mom?
  • What does becoming a mom feel like?
  • How does social media affect parents negatively?
  • Why is it important for parents to develop their authentic selves?
  • And much more!

 

About Melissa:

Melissa Clampitt is a mom to three boys and married for over 17 years. She is a dynamic speaker who brings energy and fun to all engagements. She is passionate about supporting women and believes that we need to take the journey home to ourselves and start loving ourselves, body, mind, and spirit as women and moms. Melissa loves seeing others grow into their true potential and shine their light out into the world. She is the host of the reawakened mom podcast.

 

Connect with Melissa Clampitt!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa.clampitt/

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

The Reawakened Mom Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-reawakened-mom/id1594449473

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

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

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

18 Mar 2024Escaping the Comfort Zone Bubble00:22:08

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • How does the fear of the unknown impact one's ability to learn, and how can overcoming it be beneficial?
  • Wendi's experience joining the county fair.
  • What are the benefits of stepping outside your comfort zone?
  • Some tips to win in the Florida Strawberry Festival.
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

12 Dec 2022Kim Curtis - Money is Looking for You00:52:48

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • Why are women less likely to have money than men?
  • What are the 2 laws of money?
  • How does E plus R equal O work?
  • What are the 7 steps to follow to acquire wealth?
  • And much more!

 

About Kim:

Kim’s story is fascinating: from living with a divorced mom on food stamps, later on having two degrees in law and finance and now having an extraordinary life. Kim is a nationally recognized wealth management advisor, speaker, president, and CEO of Wealth Legacy Institute.

She is proud to have created a firm where she can truly put her clients first, bringing the alignment she needs to feel true joy in her work.

For Kim, how you deal with money says a lot about how you deal with life, and she’s passionate about helping her clients find a balance.

Kim has attained numerous professional designations and has been recognized by the financial planning industry as having achieved the highest level of competence and expertise.

Kim is a bestselling author of Money Secrets: Keys to Smart Investing and Retirement Sectes, published by Financial Literacy Press.

Kim has spoken on leadership, negotiations, and finance to organizations such as West Point, Oracle, EPA, University of Colorado Hospital, Comcast, Level 3, Century Link, OtterBox, Johnson & Johnson, and AAUW, amongst others.

She has been profiled on NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, CW, and The Wall Street Journal.

 

Connect with Kim Curtis!

Website: https://www.wealthlegacyinstitute.com/

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/WLILegacy  |  https://twitter.com/KimCurtisLegacy

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlylcurtis/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfYVRFXtjFYN-AoRuKt0mYw

Freebie for the listeners: https://financialliteracypress.com/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

17 Oct 2022The Errand of Angels is Given to Women00:22:34

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • Why is self-care so important for women?
  • How can you practice self-care without feeling selfish?
  • What does errand mean?
  • Why is it important to take care of yourself first?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

"As Sisters in Zion" Song Lyrics: https://bit.ly/3VbVL5a

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg Mckeown: https://amzn.to/3McV33w

Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most by Greg Mckeown: https://amzn.to/3CFacrh

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear: https://amzn.to/3CF2Nbz

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

20 May 2024From Ha-Ha to Aha!: Unprepared Situations, Unexpected Wisdom00:35:30

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • How does being unprepared contribute to personal growth and learning?
  • What are the benefits of embracing unpreparedness?
  • How can you cope with the emotional pain that arises from being unprepared?
  • What common emotions or feelings arise when things don't meet your expectations?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Joyfully Prepared Inner Circle Membership: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/checkout/joyfullypreparedinnercircle

15 Apr 2024Laughing Your Way to Well-Being00:20:57

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Wendi's ER visit that served as a wake-up call to prioritize self-care and well-being.
  • What are the benefits of joy and laughter?
  • The importance of expressing love to loved ones while they're still present.
  • Incorporate movement and reading into your daily life.
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

27 Apr 2020Preparedness is in my DNA00:02:55

Hi there!  I’m Wendi Bergin the host of Joyfully Prepared.  I’m so thankful that you’ve taken the time to listen to this podcast.  I named the podcast Joyfully Prepared because I believe that becoming more prepared and self-reliant is a journey of abundance and self-discovery. 

I grew up in Charlottesville, Virginia.  My dad is from there as well as my grandparents.  Preparedness is actually embedded in my DNA.  Back in 1938, the leader of my grandparents’ church encouraged its members to put up two years’ worth of food and supplies.  Over the next couple of years, my grandma and her mother-in-law canned 1800 jars worth of food.  My grandfather had his own business as a landscaper and tree surgeon.  He put up two years’ worth of any supplies he might need to keep his business running: tired, chains, parts.

In 1941, the United States entered World War II and all the industry in the country went to support the war effort.  Because of my grandparents’ efforts to preserve and grow their own food, they never needed to use one of their ration stamps.  Grandpa stayed in business, where others in his industry were not able to. 

Because of their experiences, they raised my father to with a preparedness mindset.  

My mother is the youngest of nine children and grew up in Idaho.  They didn’t have a lot of money but she was taught by her mother how to grow a large garden and preserve the harvest. How to sew and quilt.  They had their own root cellar. (Mom says it was scary going down there by herself.)  They raised their own cattle and had a milk cow. She didn’t like doing that either.  Her parents were fiercely self-reliant and taught her by their example.

I’m really so grateful for my heritage in so many ways.  

Although, my parents taught me by their example, I have ventured out on my own to learn how to develop skills.  I have to say, most of my learning has come from my mistakes.  I’m happy to laugh at them and share them with you.  Hopefully, you’re learning curve will be a little less steep.  

I’m married to a husband named Sam.  I have seven children.  I’ve been homeschooling for about 13 years and just love to learn all sorts of new things.  We’ve grown gardens, bred and raised dairy goats, processed our own meat chickens, hatched chick and raised laying hens.  We have a couple of dogs and cats.  I love to forage for wild edibles and learn how to make natural remedies.  I know a lot about a few things and a little about a lot of things.

Again, I’m so grateful you’re here and can’t wait to get to know you better.  From time to time we’ll have guests on to learn from them as well.

07 Oct 2024Easy Food Storage Solutions: Ditching the Overwhelm00:22:48

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • Definition of food storage.
  • Common reasons why people find it challenging to create a food storage system.
  • The benefits of having a food storage system.
  • The Food Storage Meal Planning Worksheet and how to use it.
  • And much more!

 

Meal Planning Worksheet: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/planning

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

26 Aug 2024Freeze Dryers: Unlocking the Future of Food Preservation00:29:07

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • What are the benefits of owning a home freeze dryer?
  • The cost of a home freeze dryer and how it can be viewed as an investment that saves money in the long run.
  • Some drawbacks and maintenance requirements for home freeze dryers.
  • Joining freeze-dried food groups for tips, tricks, and support from the community.
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Harvest Right Freeze Dryers: https://harvestright.com/

Thrive Life Freeze Dried Food: https://www.thrivelife.com/

Freeze Dried Food Basics: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/FDBasics

Freeze Dried Food Basics: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/FDBasics

Podcast Episodes about Freeze-dried Foods:

Freeze Dried Food: The New Food Revolution https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freeze-dried-food-the-new-food-revolution/id1510423135?i=1000621345520

Freeze-dried vs. Dehydrated Food https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freeze-dried-vs-dehydrated-food/id1510423135?i=1000598172071

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

10 Jul 2023Mothers Who Know00:19:40

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What key lessons can you gain from a talk titled "Mothers Who Know"?
  • How can mothers support and help each other in their journey of motherhood?
  • Why is it important to recognize that there are no perfect mothers?
  • What strategies can you employ to foster a strong and loving relationship with your children?
  • And much more!

 

Listen to this insightful talk, “Mothers Who Know,” By Julie B. Beck: https://rb.gy/cosr5.

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

Thrive Life Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/thrive-page/

28 Oct 2024Manifesting with Gratitude – Empowering Mothers to Thrive00:27:51

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • The definition of manifesting.
  • Why is manifesting important, and how can it help mothers thrive?
  • The importance of gratitude in the manifesting process.
  • Practicing gratitude as a family.
  • Gratitude journaling and visualization exercise.
  • And much more!

 

Book: The Gap and The Gain: The High Achievers' Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success by Dan Sullivan https://amzn.to/3BUtxqG

Episode 61 Self-Reliance is Abundance https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-reliance-is-abundance/id1510423135?i=1000609230239

Episode 49 Self-Reliance Creates Opportunities https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-reliance-creates-opportunities/id1510423135?i=1000595999439

Episode 40 Developing A Practice Of Gratitude with Lisa McGrath https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lisa-mcgrath-developing-a-practice-of-gratitude/id1510423135?i=1000586910361.

Episode 125 Journaling for Healing, Growth, and Change with Kay Adams https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kay-adams-journaling-for-healing-growth-and-change/id1510423135?i=1000661484333.

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

27 May 2024Five Lessons Learned in Italy00:19:35

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Wendi's experience at the retreat she attended.
  • The four major takeaways that Wendi highlights.
  • Some stories Wendi heard during the retreat prove herbs work wonders for people.
  • An upcoming six-week course called "Start Your Home Apothecary".
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Joyfully Prepared Inner Circle Membership: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/checkout/joyfullypreparedinnercircle

19 Sep 2022Jillayne Thompkins - Surviving a Hurricane01:05:28

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What kind of foods should you stockpile before a big storm?
  • Why is it essential to be mentally and emotionally prepared for a disaster?
  • What can you do before a hurricane strikes?
  • What are the supplies needed after the hurricane?
  • And much more!

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: 

https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

06 May 2024Strategies for Finding Peace in Motherhood00:19:40

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What key lessons can you gain from a talk titled "Mothers Who Know"?
  • How can mothers support and help each other in their journey of motherhood?
  • Why is it important to recognize that there are no perfect mothers?
  • What strategies can you employ to foster a strong and loving relationship with your children?
  • And much more!

 

Listen to this insightful talk, “Mothers Who Know,” By Julie B. Beck: https://rb.gy/cosr5.

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Joyfully Prepared Inner Circle Membership: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/checkout/joyfullypreparedinnercircle

11 Dec 2023Top 5 Countdown: #3 Adventures in Unpreparedness00:36:19

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • How does being unprepared contribute to personal growth and learning?
  • What are the benefits of embracing unpreparedness?
  • How can you cope with the emotional pain that arises from being unprepared?
  • What common emotions or feelings arise when things don't meet your expectations?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

17 Jul 2023Freeze-dried Food: The New Food Revolution00:24:35

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What makes freeze-dried food stand out at the forefront of the food revolution?
  • How does freeze-dried food enhance convenience in your daily life?
  • In what ways does freeze-dried food contribute to emergency preparedness?
  • What benefits does freeze-dried food offer in terms of extended shelf life?
  • And much more!

 

Freeze Drying fits every lifestyle! Shop Now! https://harvestright.com/

Thrive Life Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/thrive-page/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

06 Jan 2025Simplifying the Kitchen: The First Step to an Easier Year00:24:48

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • Wendy's personal challenges with kitchen management.
  • A systematic approach to decluttering the kitchen, tackling one cabinet at a time.
  • The importance of meal planning and preparation, particularly using food storage effectively.
  • How is kitchen management a form of self-care?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Meal Planning Worksheet - https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/planning?fbclid=IwAR13DUuKIA_sVi286pBMaEDZaV9Pk0OFOn_t2Qb2v552z1ldiPqUftfahsg

Recipe for Split Pea Soup - https://www.acouplecooks.com/instant-pot-split-pea-soup/

Thrive Life Freeze Dried Food - https://www.thrivelife.com/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

23 Oct 2023Perfection is a Lie!00:25:48

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What does perfection really mean?
  • Why do people often strive for perfection even though it's considered unattainable?
  • How can recognizing that "perfection is a lie" positively impact one's life and well-being?
  • Why is it important to acknowledge your progress in various aspects of life?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Check out  Dan Sullivan’s and Benjamin Hardy's book, 10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less, on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3Fieplg

Isaiah 55:8-9 “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.”

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

23 Dec 2024The Expected Guest - A Christmas Story00:09:00
02 Oct 20233 Benefits of Herbal Remedies00:13:09

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What are the top three reasons for using herbal remedies?
  • Why is it important for parents to teach their children about herbal remedies?
  • How does incorporating herbal remedies into one's health routine encourage self-reliance?
  • What are the primary benefits of turning to herbal remedies for health concerns?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Mountain Rose Herbs: https://mountainroseherbs.com/

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/

Herbal Remedies Course: https://joyfullyprepared.com/courses-page/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

25 Dec 2023Top 5 Countdown: #1 Freeze-dried vs. Dehydrated Food00:28:50

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • How does freeze-drying work?
  • Is dehydrated food healthy?
  • What is the difference between freeze-dried and dehydrated foods?
  • What is the most effective food preservation at home?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Harvest Right Freeze-Dryer: https://harvestright.com/

Thrive Life Freeze-dried Food: https://www.thrivelife.com/joyfulprep

Check out Louis L'Amour’s book, Bendigo Shafter, on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3jx6eu6

10 Creative Ways to Use Freeze-dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

21 Oct 2024Winter Wellness: Preserving Herbs Made Simple-Carol Little00:40:11

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • The practical applications of herbs in everyday life.
  • Some tips on preserving herbs for winter include drying, freezing, and making herbal vinegar and honey.
  • The importance of gratitude and reverence for the gifts of plants.
  • How to join an herb study group to learn about different herbs each month and share practical applications. 
  • And much more!

 

About Carol:

Carol Little is the creator of STUDIO BOTANICA, a website and blog featuring practical info about herbs and natural alternatives for busy women. Carol works primarily with busy homemakers, entrepreneurs, businesses, and professional women who want to experience optimum health and self-reliance. Her clients are often short of time and overscheduled and tend to look after others' needs first. They are women, after all!

Carol's program helps them regain energy and vitality. Strengthening and nourishing protocols can be extremely life-enhancing and easy to follow. She looks forward to the pleasure of working with open-minded, intelligent people who want to enjoy the highest quality of life available!

 

Connect with Carol Little!

Studio Botanica: https://studiobotanica.teachable.com/p/herbgals

Website: https://www.studiobotanica.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carollittlerh/

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

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

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

02 Sep 2024Identifying Edible Plants00:23:57

If you frequently step outside your home, you'll encounter numerous plants along the way. However, have you ever paused to consider the potential uses of these plants? Join Wendi as she talks about how to recognize edible plants. This topic is essential because it can be beneficial during difficult times! Stay tuned!

 

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • How can you tell which plants are safe to eat?
  • What are two commonly found edible plants?
  • Why is it helpful to know which plants are safe to eat?
  • How can dandelion and wild violet be used for culinary purposes?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Stalking the Wild Asparagus by Euell Gibbons - https://amzn.to/3F6s6nm

A Forager's Harvest by Samuel Thayer - https://amzn.to/3F6efND

Nature's Garden by Samuel Thayer - https://amzn.to/3ZLCAlw

Benefits of Dandelion - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324083#10-possible-health-benefits

Benefits of Wild Violet - https://chestnutherbs.com/violets-edible-and-medicinal-uses/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

10 Jun 2024Prepare While the Sun Shines00:20:37

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What is TEOTWAWKI?
  • Everyone has experienced a personal 'TEOTWAWKI' moment.
  • Why is it important how we choose to respond to life-altering events?
  • Choose to grow stronger, find joy, and avoid a victim mentality when facing difficult circumstances.
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

17 Apr 2023Self-Reliance is Abundance00:19:53

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What are the three core principles of self-reliance?
  • What is the relationship between self-reliance and abundance?
  • What are some of the benefits of practicing self-reliance?
  • How can self-reliance help individuals achieve a sense of fulfillment and happiness in life?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

16 May 2022Jodi Chaffee - Family Culture: Safety, Trust & Purpose00:33:48

Here are the things to expect in the episode: 

  • What does it take to have a successful family?
  • How can you improve your family culture?
  • Why should you allow your child to face negative experiences?
  • How does your cultural background impact your parenting?
  • And much more!

 

About Jodi:

Jodi Chaffee is the founder of Our Modern Heritage Academy LLC. She empowers families to live more intentionally, cultivates their vision and values, and prepares their children to grow into their life's purpose and mission.

You can listen to her wherever you subscribe to podcasts on The Family Culture Movement.

Jodi is a seasoned podcaster, homeschool mom, and family culture master-in-training.

She obtained a degree in health promotion and lifespan development and loved parenting, health, entrepreneurship, and homeschooling.

She started studying personal development and business culture and looked for ways to apply them to her family.

This resulted in a powerful framework for confronting cultural norms, defining successful cultures, and applying them to families who want to transform their family culture, live with intention, and defy the status quo.

Jodi loves singing, podcasting, marketing strategies, and reading. She and her family live in Idaho.

 

Connect with  Jodi Chaffee!

Websites: https://homeandfamilyculture.com/   |   https://jodichaffee.com/

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JodiChaffee

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

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

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

18 Apr 2022Jodi Silverman - Moms Who Dare!00:24:45

Here are the things to expect in the episode:  

  • How do you challenge yourself out of your comfort zone?
  • Why is it important for parents to take time for themselves?
  • Is it too late to discover yourself when you become a parent?
  • How to teach your child to put themselves first?
  • Can a hobby be spending time with family?
  • And much more!

 

About Jodi:

Jodi Silverman is a certified life coach, speaker, and community builder with a 20-year track record of transforming ideas into success. Jodi believes that “Living Your Daring Life” begins with challenging ourselves outside of our comfort zones and is the direct route to fulfillment. She has inspired thousands of women around the country to live their own daring lives through direct sales,  her Moms Who Dare® Membership Community, and as a Speaker. When not engaging and creating experiences for her community, Jodi enjoys reading, tennis, and hanging out with her family. Suppose there is a fire pit and a nice cocktail, even better.

 

Connect with  Jodi Silverman!

Websites: https://joyfullyprepared.com/   |   https://jodisilverman.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfulprepper/?hl=en

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

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/joyfulprepper

19 Feb 2024Embracing Failure: A Journey in Success00:25:31

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Can failure be fun, or is it always a negative experience?
  • How can failure lead to personal and professional growth?
  • Why is it important to embrace the unknown when embarking on a journey?
  • How can you cultivate joy and gratitude during an adventure?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

19 Jun 2023Self-Care Essentials: Nurturing Your Well-Being - Bonnie S. Hardie00:28:22

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What are the five steps to a morning routine?
  • How does practicing self-care empower you to live a more fulfilling life?
  • What are some practical strategies for reframing situations that initially feel like sacrifices into opportunities for exchange and growth?
  • Why is it important to have a deep understanding of yourself?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Bonnie S. Hardie!

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

Email: bonnieshardie@yahoo.com

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

02 Jan 2023How to Stop Quitting on Your Goals- Ali Naglee00:31:37

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What stop you from pursuing your goal?
  • How can you stop quitting on your goals in life?
  • What can you do to achieve your goals and dreams?
  • Why is it important to practice self-care?
  • And much more!

 

About Ali:

Ali is a Certified Holistic Health Coach. As a busy mom of two boys, she wants to help other moms take the guesswork out of losing weight without self-doubt, excuses, comparison, and mom guilt! By combining lifestyle and nutrition, she guides women to feel their best not just in their clothing but in their minds as well.

With Ali's W.H.O.L.E. Body Framework, she helps her clients achieve & sustain goals such as stubborn weight loss, finding their identity again, taking back control over their life & habits, and creating the life they want and deserve!

 

Connect with Ali Naglee!

Website: https://www.ahealthyherway.com/

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

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

Email: ali@ahealthyherway.com

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

11 Jul 2022Skills Are More Valuable Than Gold00:16:59

Here are the things to expect in the episode: 

  • Are there skills more valuable than gold?
  • Why should you maintain the skills you already have?
  • How do you choose a skill you want to be good at?
  • Why is it important to learn a new skill?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Skills List: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/skills

27 Jun 2022Sara Anderson - How to Make Vanilla Extract00:27:41

Here are the things to expect in the episode: 

  • How can you make vanilla extract?
  • What kind of alcohol is best for making vanilla extract?
  • How long does homemade vanilla extract last?
  • What can you do with vanilla beans after making the extract?
  • And much more!

 

About Sara:

Sara Anderson took over IndriVanilla in November of 2019.  She is a food enthusiast with a passion for all things homemade. She loves to experiment with new recipes and ways to use Vanilla. She and her husband, Eric, live in Northern Utah with their four children and eight chickens. They love to garden together and DIY as much as possible.

 

Connect with Sara Anderson!

Website: https://indrivanilla.com/

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

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/848812811970139

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

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Meal Planning Worksheet: http://joyfullyprepared.com/mealplanning/

08 Apr 2024Garden of Your Dreams-Matthieu Mehuys00:41:13

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Matthieu's background and what initially sparked his passion for nature and gardening.
  • How does mimicking nature's principles in garden design contribute to creating a more sustainable and resilient ecosystem?
  • The key benefits of consuming homegrown produce compared to store-bought alternatives.
  • Physical and mental health benefits associated with gardening.
  • And much more!

 

About Matthieu:

Matthieu Mehuys is an upcoming award-winning author and passionate landscape architect whose journey from a family farm in Belgium to regenerative farming practices has led him to believe that landscape architects can indeed change the world. His fascination with plants since childhood drove him to become a landscape architect, a role he sees as instrumental in crafting environments that marry aesthetics with positive environmental impact. Through his work, he aims to empower individuals to transform their gardens into spaces that foster biodiversity, restore ecosystems, and reverse climate change.

 

Connect with Matthieu Mehuys!

Website: https://www.paulownia-la.com/

Five Must-Watch Garden Mastery Videos: https://www.gardenofyourdreams.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthieu.mehuys

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1046685263442514/

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthieu-mehuys-64b0b5111/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valley.of.eden3

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

18 Nov 2024Making Room for Joy: Simple Self-Care Strategies00:24:57

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • The importance of making space for oneself as a mother.
  • How mothers often play the role of both hero and victim in their families.
  • Practical tips for self-care and creating space.
  • Setting boundaries and saying no.
  • Cultivating gratitude and finding joy in the mundane.
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Episode 143: Your Family’s New Meal Planning Buddy: How ChatGPT Can Help https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-familys-new-meal-planning-buddy-how-chatgpt-can-help/id1510423135?i=1000676431485

Book: The Gap and The Gain: The High Achievers' Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy https://amzn.to/48PcAKt

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

11 Apr 2022Jodi Chaffee - Recognizing Patterns in Our Parenting00:20:24

Here are the things to expect in the episode:  

  • Why is recognizing patterns in your parenting important?
  • What are the effects of family culture on family foundations?
  • How can you improve the default response to stress?
  • And much more!

 

About Jodi:

Jodi Chaffee is the founder of Our Modern Heritage Academy LLC. She empowers families to live more intentionally, cultivates their vision and values, and prepares their children to grow into their life's purpose and mission.

You can listen to her wherever you subscribe to podcasts on The Family Culture Movement.

Jodi is a seasoned podcaster, homeschool mom, and family culture master-in-training.

She obtained a degree in health promotion and lifespan development and loved parenting, health, entrepreneurship, and homeschooling.

She started studying personal development and business culture and looked for ways to apply them to her family.

This resulted in a powerful framework for confronting cultural norms, defining successful cultures, and applying them to families who want to transform their family culture, live with intention, and defy the status quo.

Jodi loves singing, podcasting, marketing strategies, and reading. She and her family live in Idaho.

 

Connect with  Jodi Chaffee!

Website: https://homeandfamilyculture.com/

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JodiChaffee

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfulprepper/?hl=en

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

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/joyfulprepper

20 Mar 2023Essential Food Storage Basics00:35:45

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What are some essential food items to store for emergency preparedness?
  • How can you ensure that your stored dry goods, such as rice and pasta, stay fresh and safe to eat?
  • Why is it important to consider storing grains, such as wheat and oats, for emergency food supplies?
  • What are some benefits of having a stockpile of non-perishable food at home?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

The Sneaky Chef Cookbook: https://amzn.to/3ZO1W1r

Deceptively Delicious Cookbook by Jessica Seinfeld: https://amzn.to/3JftbLf

Freeze Dried Food: http://www.thrifelive.com/joyfulprep

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

13 Jan 2025Self-Care in Action: Simplify Your Kitchen, Simplify Your Life00:17:56

Decluttering Your Kitchen and Simplifying Meal Planning as Self-Care


In this episode, Wendi dives into how decluttering your kitchen and simplifying meal planning can be acts of self-care. Learn why a clean kitchen can bring joy and how to start creating space—physically and mentally—through meal planning. Wendi shares actionable steps to use food storage as a foundation for stress-free meals and offers tips for building a system that supports you and your family.

Key Takeaways:

  • Self-care includes practical actions that create peace and calm in your life.
  • Start meal planning by identifying one go-to family meal.
  • Build a rotating food storage system over time to reduce stress and increase preparedness.

Links and Resources:

Action Steps:

  1. Identify one family meal and write down its ingredients.
  2. Check your pantry to see what you already have.
  3. Begin building a stockpile for that meal, one ingredient at a time.

Join the Conversation:
What is your go-to family meal? Share with Wendi by email or in the Facebook group!

Subscribe & Review:
If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review.

05 Aug 2024Homestead Chat: Steam Juicers, Chicken Juice and Laughter--Greg Peterson and Judith Horvath01:09:57

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Wendy introduces the concept of a steam juicer, a device for extracting juices from various ingredients, including chicken.
  • Different techniques for making bone broth, including using pressure canners and straining methods.
  • Composting and wood chips.
  • The concepts of solarization and occultation in soil preparation.
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Greg and Judith!

Greg Peterson and The Urban Farm Website: https://www.urbanfarm.org/

Judith Horvath and Fair Hill Farm Website: https://www.fairhillfarm.com/

 

Resources:

Stainless Steel Steam Juicer: https://amzn.to/4d5DFKU

Countertop Compost Bin: https://amzn.to/3YpWPXj

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

08 May 2023Are We Not All Mothers?00:19:19

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Why is it important to honor women on Mother's Day?
  • What are some ways to show appreciation and gratitude to women on Mother's Day?
  • How can we celebrate the diversity of women on Mother's Day?
  • Why is it important to acknowledge and value non-biological mothers?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

31 Jul 202372 Hour Kits: What You Need00:31:48

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Why is it important to have a 72-hour kit ready?
  • What are the essential items to include when packing your emergency kit?
  • How often should you update the items in your emergency kit to ensure they remain functional and effective?
  • What are the best locations to store your 72-hour kit for easy emergency access?
  • And much more!

Must-have items for a 72-hour kit available on Amazon:

Dog Travel Bag: https://rb.gy/szd1r

AM/FM Radio: https://rb.gy/witpl

Survival Shovel: https://rb.gy/z8zum

BKLES Portable Water Purifier: https://rb.gy/2yiti

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

20 Jan 2025Crafting Joy through Self Reliance and Creative Planning with Dr. Danielle McGeough | Ep. 15300:38:05

In this special episode of Joyfully Prepared, Wendi sits down with Dr. Danielle McGeough, professor, mom, recovering overachiever, and host of the Plan, Goal, Plan podcast. Together, they explore the art of planning as a joyful, playful, and restorative act that brings clarity, alignment, and purpose. From decorative planning with stickers to intentional journaling, Danielle shares how planning became her way to rediscover herself while managing life as a new mom.

Wendi and Danielle also dive into the intersection of self-reliance and creativity, sharing personal stories about their transformative journeys. They discuss the value of learning skills, how to navigate mental resistance, and the importance of distinguishing between rest and restoration.

This episode is filled with humor, practical insights, and heartfelt encouragement for moms (and anyone) looking to create a more intentional and fulfilling life.

 

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • How Danielle turned planning into a playful, restorative activity.
  • Why self-reliance is a collaborative endeavor, not a solo journey.
  • The difference between rest and restoration—and why both are essential.
  • How learning a skill, like baking bread, can bring unexpected fulfillment.
  • Overcoming mental resistance to create a life aligned with your values.

 

Dr. Danielle McGeough
Website: https://www.plangoalplan.com/

 

Connect with Wendi:
Email: wendi@joyfulprep.com
Instagram: @joyfulprepper
Facebook Group: Joyfully Prepared
Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

 

Join the Conversation:
How do you define resilience? Share with Wendi by email or in the Facebook group!

 

Subscribe & Review:
If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review.

 

24 Jul 2023Hurricane Preparedness00:22:52

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What are the essential steps individuals and families should take to prepare for the hurricane season?
  • How can homeowners secure their properties to minimize damage during a potential hurricane?
  • What items should be included in an emergency supply kit for hurricane preparedness during the season?
  • How should parents handle potential power outages and ensure their children's safety and comfort during the hurricane?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Hurricane Irene Lessons and Observations Blog: https://joyfullyprepared.com/2018/04/25/hurricane-irene-lessons-and-observations/

Butane Gas Stove with 4 Fuel Canister Cartridge on Amazon: https://rb.gy/7k2ym

72-Hour Kit Resources: https://joyfullyprepared.com/72-2/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

06 Mar 2023Starting a Preparedness Library00:36:51

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • Why is it important to always continue learning new skills of preparedness?
  • What are the 8 essential categories of books you should own at home?
  • Why do you need to study emergency preparedness?
  • What can you do to prepare for disaster in your community?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Herbal Medicine-Maker’s Handbook by James Green: https://amzn.to/41Emqek

The Vegetable Gardener’s Bible by Edward Smith: https://amzn.to/3kM2RQq

Ball Blue Book by Ball Newell Brands: https://amzn.to/3ZsLuD6

The Encyclopedia of Country Living by Carla Emery: https://amzn.to/3kBxGHy

The Forager’s Harvest Bible by Jim Kennedy: https://amzn.to/3IENm4V

Rosemary Gladstar’s Medicinal Herbs: https://amzn.to/3J4HoLW

Pantry Cooking by Cheryl Driggs: http://www.simplyprepared.com/pantrycooking.htm

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

15 Jul 2024Developing Sensitivity to God's Communication--Ellen Edmondson00:48:49

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Ellen's personal journey of discovering her spiritual gifts.
  • How can one cultivate sensitivity to God's communication?
  • Why are self-love and authenticity considered important for personal well-being and growth?
  • What can parents do if they have highly intuitive children?
  • And much more!

 

About Ellen:

Ellen Edmondson delivers messages of love, hope, comfort, encouragement, and healing through her work as an author, medium, artist, intuition coach, and founder of Highly Intuitive Kids. She is a former senior executive who is passionate about making a positive contribution to the lives of others. Over the past 10 years, she has supported people grieving or uncertain about their path forward through her writings, readings, and intuitive coaching. Her inspired messages on her website and blog have encouraged and comforted people worldwide, with over 640,000 visits.

 

Connect with Ellen Edmondson!

Website: https://www.ellenedmondson.com/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/ellenedmondsonmedium/

Email: ellen@ellenedmondson.com

Book: https://www.ellenedmondson.com/new-book/

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

20 Feb 2023Saving Money Using Powdered Milk00:24:21

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What is powdered milk?
  • How can you use powdered milk to save money?
  • What are the different types of powdered milk?
  • How long can milk be stored?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

13 May 2024Embracing Self-Reliance as the Key to Abundance00:19:53

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What are the three core principles of self-reliance?
  • What is the relationship between self-reliance and abundance?
  • What are some of the benefits of practicing self-reliance?
  • How can self-reliance help individuals achieve a sense of fulfillment and happiness in life?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Joyfully Prepared Inner Circle Membership: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/checkout/joyfullypreparedinnercircle

10 Oct 2022Let the Rough Side Drag Part 200:25:35

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • How can you reduce psychological stress before and during a disaster?
  • Why is it important to recognize the causes of your stress?
  • How can gratitude help you through hard times?
  • Why is it important to take care of yourself before others?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: 

https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

11 Nov 2024Your Family’s New Meal Planning Buddy: How ChatGPT Can Help00:17:35

Here to expect on the podcast:

  • Step-by-step instructions on how to access ChatGPT.
  • How ChatGPT can help with meal planning, recipe creation, and food storage.
  • In what ways can ChatGPT simplify the decision-making process when it comes to planning meals?
  • Live demonstrations of ChatGPT for themed meal planning.
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Meal Planning Workshop: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/mealprep

Meal Planning Worksheet: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/planning

Podcast Episode - Easy Food Storage Solutions: Ditching the Overwhelm https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/easy-food-storage-solutions-ditching-the-overwhelm/id1510423135?i=1000672007804

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

03 Jul 20233 Ways to Sneak Veggies Into Meals00:21:17

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • What creative strategies do parents use to incorporate vegetables into their children's meals?
  • Which vegetables can easily mix into various dishes without significantly altering the taste?
  • Why parents should consider incorporating freeze-dried food into their family's diet?
  • What recipe ideas allow parents to incorporate vegetables discreetly without their kids realizing it?
  • And much more!

 

From The Essential Food Storage Cookbook: Pinto Bean Brownies Recipe

¾ cup cocoa
1 cup vegetable oil (other oils can be used)
4 eggs
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 tsp vanilla
1 ½ cups flour (you can also us ½ whole wheat and ½ white flour)
1 ½ tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1 can of pinto beans
2 tbsp milk
1 ½ cups semi=sweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Combine cocoa, oil, eggs, brown sugar, white sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl until well-blended.
  3. Add flour, salt, and baking powder.
  4. Puree a can of drained pinto beans with 2 tbs milk.
  5. Add pureed pinto beans to the batter. Mix well.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
  7. Pour into greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  8. Bake until the toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. It takes about 30-35 minutes.

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

Thrive Life Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/thrive-page/

06 Nov 2023Inspired Preparation00:22:22

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Why is it important to pay attention to your thoughts?
  • How does the blog post explore the concept of preparation and its significance in life?
  • What are the three specific instances from Wendi's experiences where she expressed gratitude for following her inner voice?
  • In what ways can intuition serve as a valuable resource during challenging times?
  • And much more!

 

Resources:

Inspired Preparation Blog Post - https://joyfullyprepared.com/2011/04/11/inspired-preparation/

Essential Sewing & Clothing Repair Supplies - https://storageskills.blogspot.com/2011/04/essential-sewing-and-clothing-repair.html

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/containergardeningcourse

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Creative Uses for Freeze-Dried Food: https://joyfullyprepared.com/fdfood/

12 Jun 2023Fathers Are So Special00:14:15

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Why is it important to celebrate Father's Day?
  • What are some common expectations that society places on fathers?
  • How does recognizing parents' imperfections contribute to a healthier parent-child relationship?
  • What are some meaningful ways to honor fathers on Father's Day?
  • And much more!

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

10 Apr 2023Creating and Connecting to Self - Kirstin Baxter00:35:50

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • What are some common misconceptions about self-care, and how can these be addressed?
  • What are the factors that contribute to a disconnection between a person and their inner self?
  • Why is it important to recognize and appreciate the unique talents of individuals?
  • What practical steps can you take to stop comparing yourself to others?
  • And much more!

 

About Kristin:

Meet Kirstin Baxter. She is a mother of four very active children (3 beautiful teen/tween girls and her 1 handsome prince at the end). She has a wonderful husband who is an aerospace engineer, and he recently started his own business seeking to help modernize technology for safer firefighting. She loves to crochet, play piano, prepare for every needful thing, and dance/have fun with her family. 

You can often find her giving genuine compliments to others, learning more about the deep gospel and self-improvement topics, and running her business as a certified creation and connection coach.  She loves to help burned-out moms get rid of the comparison, criticism, and unrealistic expectations so they can connect to the beautiful masterpiece God created them to be and create a life of joy and purpose.

 

Connect with Kirstin Baxter!

Website: https://kirstinbaxter.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirstin.connectioncoach/

5-Day Workshop - Discover Your True Happiness What are the biggest factors that are stopping you from living a life full of joy? Learn tools and tricks to help you CREATE the joy and happiness you seek.

One-on-One Call - Introduction Call

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Powder Milk Booklet: https://joyfullyprepared.com/milk-page/

14 Nov 2022Liza Lomax - Overcoming Emotional Eating00:41:18

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • How can you overcome emotional eating?
  • Why do people become emotional eaters?
  • How can you change your core beliefs?
  • Why is it important to show love to yourself?
  • And much more!

 

About Liza:

Liza Lomax is a Life Coach who helps people with an unhealthy relationship with food destroy that stronghold it has over their life by walking with them through Liza’s Limitation Lifter system. Liza is also a Personal Trainer, Holistic Nutritionist, Reiki Master, NLP, EFT, TFT, and REBT Practitioner & Speaker. Liza struggled for many years with that stronghold of emotional eating and is now determined to help folks end their battle as well, find their authenticity, and love their reflection.

 

Connect with Liza Lomax!

Website: https://lizalomax.com/

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/liza_lomax

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liza-lomax-7b9625179/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfhaE9SuVs915S5LnLFxtMA

Email: lizalomax77@gmail.com

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.com

24 Jun 2024Facing Life's Challenges with Confidence--Robyn McTague00:23:38

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Robin's childhood traumas and the strategies she employs to rebuild her confidence.
  • In what ways did Robin's experience with breast cancer contribute to her personal growth and transformation?
  • Embracing emotions and self-discovery.
  • The Enneagram approach and how it facilitates understanding of different personality types.
  • And much more!

 

About Robyn:

TO ACCEPT OUR UNIQUENESS AND EMBRACE WHO WE ARE.

For many years, I was involved in advocacy work, dealing with differing opinions and diverse groups, using conflict resolution skills, and getting results.

I was then diagnosed with breast cancer, and that shifted both my perspective and direction in life. I learned what was most important to me and how living my life for myself changed everything. 

It wasn't a lesson or journey about loss, I had already experienced that many times in my life. It was a lesson about reconnecting to my spirit. I believe we must take care of ourselves mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

 

Connect with Robyn McTague!

Website: https://www.alifeofchoice.ca/

Email: robyn@alifeofchoice.ca

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynmctague/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/robynmct?_rdc=1&_rdr

 

Connect with Wendi Bergin!

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

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

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

Download Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

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