Old Fashioned On Purpose

Folks always ask me how I "do it all" but the truth is, that I don't. Listen in as I talk about I do NOT have a balanced life and what I do instead.
Podcast Episode Highlights
My thoughts on 'balance' in life
My summer as an example
Dealing with guilt and the aftermath 
Learning how to say 'No'
Thoughts on using a team for help
Details on how I use my planner 
Final thoughts
Resources Mentioned in This Podcast Episode:
Find my Old-Fashioned on Purpose planner here: http://www.prairieplanner.com/
Sign up for my Substack here: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
See more details on how I use my planner here: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2025/11/my-un-instagrammable-planner-system.html
OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:
Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

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Hey friends, I’m Back! (Sorta). I thought I'd share some of my deep thoughts on why I've been quiet lately and what you can expect from me in the future. Listen in as I share updates on my life as well as my shifting perspectives on homesteading, purpose, and more.
Podcast Episode Highlights
The reason that I've been quiet for six months...
A personal shift in my life
Deep thoughts about my online presence
Shifting from mentor to connection
My shifting opinions on "homesteading" these days
Transitioning from homeschool to charter school
The Simple Life isn't the Finish Line
Showing you all the pieces instead of just a brand
Final updates and thoughts
Resources Mentioned in This Podcast Episode:
Find my Old-Fashioned on Purpose planner here: http://www.prairieplanner.com/
Sign up for my Substack here: https://jillwinger.substack.com/
OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:
Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

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Homesteading has seasons—sometimes it's front and center, and other times it takes a backseat. In this episode, I’m sharing how our life looks different right now, why that’s okay, and how I’ve made peace with the inevitable FOMO. 
We’ll chat about the honeymoon stage of homesteading, shifting priorities, and the simple ways I’m keeping it woven into our daily life, even when it’s not the main focus. If you’ve ever felt guilty for stepping back, this one’s for you!
Podcast Episode Highlights
My upcoming cookbook project 
Homesteading is trendy now
Why homesteading is taking a backseat in my life now
Thinking about my cow Oakley
Prepare for your own shifts in life
The main three shifts in the homestead life
My current calling
Homesteading becoming a tool instead of an identity
How burnout can happen
Doing less but in more meaningful ways
Simplifying and systemizing 
Not feeling guilt for shifting 
Final thoughts and encouragement
Resources Mentioned in This Podcast Episode:
Learn more about Aquatru here: www.aquatru.com
Use the code HOMESTEAD to save 20% on your order
OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:
Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

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When we start gardening, it’s easy to focus on the plants—but what if we’re missing the bigger picture? Today, I’m chatting with Gregg Forster of Wisconsin Mineral Solutions about why soil health is the key to nutrient-dense food and thriving farms. 
We dive into how industrial agriculture has depleted our food’s nutritional value, what homesteaders might be getting wrong, and the simple changes that can make a big difference. Whether you’re growing a backyard garden or running a farm, this episode will change the way you think about soil, sustainability, and the future of our food.
Podcast Episode Highlights
Gregg's background and how he got into this business
The nutritional value of fresh produce
What contributes to nutritional loss in our food
How this nutritional loss affects our health
What we need to nurture in our soil
Step 1: Soil Tests
Step 2: Adding amendments the right way
Step 3: Adding diversity to your soil
Red flags in your garden that there's a problem
How to prevent problems in the first place
How long does it take to get results
Final tips and thoughts from Gregg
Resources Mentioned in This Podcast Episode:
Learn more about Gregg Forster and his services here: https://www.wisconsinmineralsolutions.com/
Learn more about Meal Craft here: https://mealcraftmethod.com/meal-craft-main177846-9453
Check out Redmond's Soil Testing Kit here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/soiltest
OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:
Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

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Ever wondered if raised beds are really worth the hype? In this episode, I sit down with Scott Wilson from Gardening with Scott to dig into the good, the bad, and the surprising when it comes to raised bed gardening. We chat about how to build beds from free/cheap materials, how to fill beds without breaking the bank, how to keep soil healthy year after year, watering strategies, and some genius hacks for getting the most out of every square foot. 
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just thinking about building your first bed, this episode is packed with practical, no-nonsense advice!
Podcast Episode Highlights
What Scott's garden looks like
Talking about raised beds (uniform vs. natural)
Are raised beds the best option for gardening?
How to fill raised garden beds
Talking about hügelkultur
How to replenish the nutrients in raised beds overtime
Till vs.  no-till for raised beds
Mulch, amendments, and more
Watering the raised beds
What you should and should NOT grow in a raised beds
How to make a garden raised bed for cheap or free
Scott's favorite thing to grow in a raised bed
Final tips and thoughts on raised beds
Resources Mentioned in This Podcast Episode:
Follow Scott Wilson on Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWsI0LmiDyezbnN2JCL4P9w
Find Scott on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/gardenerscott/
Learn more about Meal Craft here: https://mealcraftmethod.com/meal-craft-main177846-9453
OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD:
Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter
Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com
Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead
Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

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