Do you want to quickly maximize the growing space in your garden, but don’t quite know how? It can be daunting trying to figure out what's going to work best for your garden and many of us end up trying different techniques before eventually finding something that works. To help make this process easier, we’ve gathered some of the best tips to maximize the space in your garden quickly, easily, and without sacrificing quality or yield.Related Episode: 7 Astonishing Ways Adding a Greenhouse Can Boost your Garden's GrowthMain PointsMaximize Bed PlacementCreating Vertical Growing SpaceCompanion Planting for Maximum YieldsHigh-Yielding VarietiesUsing Sustainable Soil SolutionsUtilize Containers for Smaller Plants Resources Mentioned:Purposeful Growing JourneyTop Seed CompaniesDirt: Finding the Solution to Building Soil HealthShow NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Have you ever wanted to create a habit that sticks? Did you know that there is a science-backed method for creating positive habits? It's called the "habit loop" and inside of this episode, we're going to uncover the strangely powerful secret behind it. Let’s get growing!Related Episode: Are You Struggling with Accomplishing Your Goals?Main PointsWhat is a Habit LoopReminder: Make it ObviousAdd to another HabitAccomplishRewardResources Mentioned:Growing with Habit pdfShow NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Do you long for a garden that not only flourishes but also contributes to the sustainability of your soil? If so, you've come to the right place. In this article, we'll explore the world of permaculture and provide you with practical tips and easy-to-implement strategies for introducing sustainable practices to your garden. So, grab your gardening gloves and let’s get growing!Related Episode: Why Permaculture Will Change the Way You Approach Your GardenMain PointsPermaculture Basics – What is Permaculture?Getting Started: Bed PreparationCreating Your Garden - Working with Nature to Create an Abundant LandscapeResources Mentioned:Permaculture Design SeriesPurposeful Growing JourneyBuilding Soil Health GuideShow NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Imagine this scenario: you've poured your heart, sweat, and savings into creating a cozy home and a thriving homestead. And you are seeing the fruits of your labor, but you also feel stress. Stress about how you are going to do the next steps, how you are going to expand the barn, or how you're going to buy a new type of livestock. Or how are you going to grow more next year? And that unease is lingering. Could it be that you're missing a crucial component in ensuring the long-term success and sustainability on your homestead and in your home? The answer lies in one word: Budget. Yes, you heard that right. In this episode, I am going to walk you through the reason why and help you find the shocking truth of how a budget can help you move forward on your growing journey. Let’s get growing.Related Episode: Are You Ready to Start Making Money on Your Homestead?Main PointsAvoiding Financial StressMaximizing ResourcesCreating a Roadmap for Financial GoalsBuilding a Strong Foundation for Future GrowthResources Mentioned:Purposeful Growing JourneyShow NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Has homesteading become a chore instead of something you enjoy? Are you overwhelmed with the daily tasks and lack of progress? It is understandable to feel demotivated when it comes to homesteading, but don’t give up just yet. In this post, we’ll explore ways to reignite your passion and how to stay motivated so you don’t have to quit homesteading. Related Episode: Pray, Just Plant PoemMain PointsIts Ok to Have these FeelingsManaging Difficult EmotionsSetting Realistic GoalsRekindling Your PassionTracking Your ProgressResources Mentioned:Purposeful Growing JourneyShow NotesHomesteading can often be overwhelming, leading to a loss of motivation and the desire to quit. However, with a few simple tips and tricks, it’s possible to ignite that passion and stay motivated. By understanding what homesteading is, managing your emotions, setting realistic goals, rekindling your passion, and tracking your progress, you can stay motivated and continue your homesteading journey with success. If you want to learn more about staying motivated while homesteading, join the discussion in the comments and share your experience!Don’t let the world hold you back,Pray, Just Plant!Come learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Faith is the foundation of our christian walk, of our christian journey so how do we move forward in faith? How do we take action in faith? In this episode I am going to be share the next three recordings of the Faith in Action Bible Study and Series. Let’s get growing!Related Episode: What does the Bible say about Marriage? Main PointsLetting Go of the Old LifeLooking Forward to the PromisesThe Promises are OursResources Mentioned:Part 1Part 2Show NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

As a homemaker, do you often find yourself feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and stretched too thin? The endless tasks and responsibilities can take a toll on your mental and emotional wellbeing. But it doesn't have to be that way. With the right time management hacks, you can create a stress-free home environment and achieve peace of mind. In this article, I will share five practical and effective tips. By the end, you'll have a roadmap for taking control of your day and simplifying your space, so you can enjoy a more peaceful and fulfilling life as a homemaker. Let's get growing!Related Episode: The Secret to Staying Motivated and Getting Things DoneMain PointsPrioritize Your TasksDelegate Where PossibleSet Realistic ExpectationsTake Breaks and Practice Self-CareFocus on What Matters MostResources Mentioned:Purposeful Growing JourneyShow NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Whether you’re trying to save time or money, meal planning is an invaluable tool for anyone who wants to stay organized and enjoy nutritious, delicious meals. By taking the steps to plan out and shop for ingredients for a month’s worth of meals, you can save precious time and money, as well as reduce stress and make mealtime much more enjoyable.Related Episode: The 5 Steps to Meal Planning In a Purposeful KitchenMain PointsCreate a PantryRinse and RepeatChange with the SeasonsHow ToResources Mentioned:‘Eat Your Harvest at Every Meal’ Meal Planning ChallengePlanning Beyond the Harvest PlannerBuilding a Stocked Pantry SeriesShow NotesTaking the time to create a meal plan for a month can be a great way to save time and money, while also reducing stress and providing nutritious, delicious meals. With the steps outlined above, you can quickly and easily create a meal plan that will take you through the entire month with ease.Why not give meal planning a try? Give yourself the gift of time and money this month and explore the rewards of meal planning in the ‘Eat Your Harvest at Every Meal’ Meal Planning Challenge.Come learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

You have your harvest picked, washed, and preserved for later but know what? How do you prepare and cook your home grown produce every day with all the other things you have to do? Well, this episode is for you because I am going to share with you the 5 steps to meal planning on the homestead. And how you can make the worry disappear as you cook a homegrown meal for your family every night. Let’s get growing!Main PointsIdentify Your Goals Shop from Your Larder First Create a Grocery List :Write Out Your Meal PlanStay Inspired Resources Mentioned:Purposeful Growing JourneyPlanning Beyond the Harvest PlannerJoin the NewsletterPlanning Beyond the Harvest eBook‘Eat Your Harvest at Every Meal’ Meal Planning Challenge Show NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

For gardeners looking to bring their garden to the next level, adding a greenhouse can be one of the most rewarding moves they can make. Not only will the added insulation shelter your plants from the elements, but it can also drastically increase their growth. In this post, we’ll explore 7 astonishing ways a greenhouse can help your garden grow and answer the question: are you ready to add one to your growing journey? Let’s get growing!Related Episode: How to Grow Year Round on the Homestead by Building a Passive Solar GreenhouseMain PointsFaster Germination: Everything You Need for Faster PlantingTailor Temperature and Humidity for Optimal Growing ConditionsIncreased Variety of CropsCost EfficiencyExtend Your Growing SeasonReap the Rewards of Soil WarmingStart Seedlings EarlyResources Mentioned:Purposeful Growing JourneyPurposeful Growing Member AreaFellowship NewsletterHow to Grow Year Round in a Passive Solar Green HouseShow NotesDon’t let the world hold you back,Pray, Just PlantCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

One of the first steps to growing in the Kitchen is to start cooking from scratch. Today in this episode I am going to share with you the benefits of, why it is important on your growing journey and how you can start cooking from scratch with 5 simple hacks. Let’s get growing!One of the first steps to growing in the Kitchen is to start cooking from scratch. Today in this episode I am going to share with you the benefits of, why it is important on your growing journey and how you can start cooking from scratch with 5 simple hacks. Let’s get growing!Related Episode: S10: E7 Why Growers Need to Learn the Art of Cooking with the SeasonsMain PointsWhy Cooking From Scratch is Important on the HomesteadThe Benefits of Cooking From Scratch on the HomesteadYou can Still Create Convenience 5 Top Hacks I Use to me Cook from Scratch even on a busy weeknightResources Mentioned:Planning Beyond the Harvest eBookPlanning Beyond the Harvest PlannerPantry Stock Up Blog SeriesPantry Stock Up EpisodeShow NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

John 3:16 says that with Faith we are given eternal life. But with faith we also have to have action, Faith in Action. Today we are going to continue our Faith in Action Bible Study Series and dive deeper into learning more about your faith in action journey. Let’s get growing!Related Episode: Starting Your Faith in Action JourneyMain PointsFaith to Let Go of the WorldWith Faith in Action is RewardFaith Show God Is FaithfulResources Mentioned:Show NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Growing your own food is a great way to find joy, satisfaction, and a sense of identity in one’s purposeful life. It is increasingly becoming a more popular activity as people are recognizing the benefit of growing their own food in their own backyard. Not only does it provide fresh, organic options for meals, but it also provides a sense of accomplishment and a chance to bond with the natural environment. Here, we’ll explain the benefits of purposeful growing and how it can help find your identity. Related Episode: What is Your Purposeful Life Calling You To?Main PointsYour Vocations Are Connected to Your CallingWhy Finding Your Vocations is HelpfulFinding Your VocationsResources Mentioned:Purposeful Growing JourneySimply Convivial WebsiteVocations Blog PostShow NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Have you ever set out to establish a new habit, only to fall back into old patterns time and time again? It's a frustrating cycle that many of us can relate to. But what if I told you that there's an unconventional approach to habit-forming that actually works? In this episode, we'll explore the power of starting with why, the effectiveness of micro-actions, and the importance of accountability when it comes to creating habits that finally stick. Let’s get growing!Related Episode: Why Growers Need to Develop Habits In Your Purposeful JourneyMain PointsThe Problem with Traditional Habit-Forming TechniquesThe Unconventional Approach: Starting with WhyTips and TricksThe Power of Micro-ActionsWhy This Method WorksGrowing with God- Deuteronomy 10:12-13Putting it into PracticeResources Mentioned:Growing with Habits WorksheetPurposeful Growing JourneyPlanning Beyond the Harvest HandbookPlanning Beyond the Harvest PlannerCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Are you ready to start turning your homestead into a profitable business? Are you unsure where to start or what obstacles you might face? This post will give you an understanding of the basics so you can jump start your venture and start making money on your homestead.Related Episode: Creative Ways to Make Money on Your HomesteadMain PointsThe 7 Questions You Need to Ask Before You Get StartedMaking a Business PlanResources Mentioned:Red Ridge Farm Fellowship NewsletterCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

When we dive into the Bible, God asks us one thing, to have faith. But what does it mean to have faith? Let alone faith in action. Today in this episode we are going to start our first segment in the Faith in Action Series where you will learn your first step for starting your faith in action journey with Your Lord and Savior. Let’s get growing!Related Episode: What does the Bible say about Marriage? Main PointsSalvation is a GiftBuilding a Relationship with our LordYour First Step in Faith in ActionResources Mentioned:Bible Verses in Show NotesPlanning Beyond the Harvest HandbookCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

What is your purposeful life calling your to? As a grower you wear many hats or as I like to say we have many vocations. And when you find your true callings inside your purposeful life you may find your true purpose that God is calling you to. In this podcast, we’ll discuss what it means to live a purposeful life and explore how to discover what it is that your purposeful life is calling you to. Let’s get growing!Related Episode: Changing Your Mindset On Your Growing JourneyMain PointsWhat is a Purposeful Life? Uncover Your Purpose and Take Stock of Your Current Life Use Your Strengths and Weaknesses to Your Advantage Finding the Balance in PurposeResources Mentioned:The Secret to Staying Motivated and Getting Things DonePurposeful Growing JourneyMystie WinklerShow NotesGrowing God: Deuteronomy 10:12-13Come learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

There are many incredible breeds that have been developed, from small breeds to large breeds. In this episode we will explore the amazing evolution of pig breeds, dive into heritage breeds, and uncover which are right for the homestead growing model! Let’s get growing!Related Episode: How to Build the Perfect Shelter for Your Heritage PigMain PointsHow Pigs have ChangedWhy they have ChangedThe Homestead PigResources Mentioned:Show NotesHistory of Heritage Pigs9 Heritage Breeds for Your HomesteadRaising the Homestead Pig by Jerome D. Belanger- You will have to check your local libraryMother Culture 2019Come learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Joel Salatin's method prioritizes the well-being of the cattle, the health of the land, and the quality of the meat produced. In this blog post, we'll explore the key principles of Salatin's method, including prioritizing soil health, using rotational grazing techniques, not using antibiotics or hormones, and promoting grass-fed beef benefits. By following these principles, we can support sustainable agriculture and create a more ethical and environmentally friendly food system. Whether you're a farmer or consumer, join us as we discover the secret to raising healthy cattle in a sustainable way. Let’s Get Growing!Related Episode: 3 Ways to Improve Your Homestead Production In One YearMain PointsPrioritizing Soil HealthRotational Grazing TechniquesNo Antibiotics or HormonesGrass-fed Beef BenefitsSupporting Sustainable AgricultureResources Mentioned:Purposeful Growing JourneyShow NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!

Are you looking for an effective way to reduce your waste and help the environment that doesn't require sacrifice or difficult lifestyle changes? With the right strategies for composting, mulching and growing your own food, you can turn your garden into a beautiful and sustainable zero-waste system. In this post, we’ll break down how to do this effortlessly with the help of natural solutions. Let's get started.Related Episode: Permaculture Design SeriesMain PointsGet to Know Your Local Laws - Research any ordinances or regulations in your area that might impact the types of zero waste methods you can use.Utilize Yard Waste and Composting - Learn how to create your own compost and make use of local yard waste programs to reduce the amount of waste created in your garden.Choose Sustainable Gardening Practices - Understand which methods and materials are best for your space and positively contribute to sustainable gardening practices. Use Natural Deterrents - Find out how to use deterrents such as companion planting, mulch, and physical barriers to keep insects and animals out of your garden without using harsh chemicals.Try Permaculture - Learn how to use permaculture to create a garden that minimizes waste production and keeps your garden thriving. Resources Mentioned:Question You Should Ask Before You Start GrowingHomemaking Routine EpisodePurposeful Growing Journey StagesBuilding Soil Health GuideDirt: Finding the Solution to Building Soil HealthMindset of a No-Till Grower BlogShow NotesCome learn more about growing at Purposeful Growing Journey and find where you are on your path to a purposeful life.Find Me AtWebsiteInstagramPinterestFacebookJoin the Red Ridge Farmstead Fellow Grower Newsletter Here!