Do you ever keep a running list in your head to prove how tired you are? Wendi calls it the Proof of Exhaustion List, and in this episode she shares what’s on hers and why we do it.

But this isn’t just about being tired—it’s about choosing strength. Wendi reflects on her recent workouts, her surprisingly strong wrists, and how everyday chores like gardening and breadmaking build hidden resilience. You’ll also hear insights from her time studying with herbalists in Italy, why muscle strength matters as we age, and encouragement for women to prioritize their bodies as gifts from God.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

What the “Proof of Exhaustion List” is (and why it’s so relatable)

Why strength training is essential for women, especially through menopause

How everyday homemaking builds strength without us realizing it

Lessons from herbalist Margi Flint on hand strength and aging

Encouragement to make strength part of spiritual and physical preparedness

Resources & Next Steps:

Visit JoyfullyPrepared.com

Join the Joyfully Prepared Facebook group to share your own “Proof of Exhaustion List”

Email Wendi your strength training wins or encouragement for other moms

[email protected]