Kindness begins with me, and you. Learning to be kind to yourself and others creates lasting happiness and resiliency during difficult times. The deer reminds us to always be kind to ourselves and to others.

Becoming self sufficient isn't difficult and it happens in steps. I am here to encourage to make little steps toward self sufficiency. Let's talk about water storage, eliminating waste, and creating a lifestyle with less garbage. 

This is the link for the water filtration bottle I talk about in this podcast

https://www.legacyfoodstorage.com/products/22-ounce-sport-berkey-water-filtration-bottle

What do you have or know that you can barter for goods and services?  We don't have to be grounded because we don't have the funds to repair a car or get our hair done. Bartering things and services is a great way to get what you need when funds are tight. Not sure you have a skill, service or product to barter then it might be time to learn something new!

You can use your breathing to calm yourself. Learn how to do just that with a quick walk to the perfect pond.

What is the difference between a need and a want? The Raccoon when he wants something will go to great lengths to get it, even becoming trapped and endangering his own life. How can you become clear on the things that are a want versus things that are a need?

Let your soul fill with joy and harmony as you meditate with singing birds happily tweeting a tune for all to hear!

Feeling safe is important to our physical and mental health. I hope that these short little lessons are helpful for initiating conversations around the dinner table or in the car.

How much do you spend in time and money running to the store for the little things?  Have you ever thought about shopping from your own store? Let me tell you how you can do just that and save money at the same time. Being prepared isn't just about a zombie apocalypse. Emergencies happen in all shapes and sizes. Are you truly prepared for a family member in the hospital, a job loss, a pandemic?  

This meditation is great for teens and adults who just need to sit and let go of the daily stresses, worries and responsibilities.