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》Bret James《
I wish someone had told me THIS before my 1st home I wish someone had told me THIS before my 1st homestead!

That it’s actually BEST  to start practicing permaculture as a renter on a small scale.

Don’t make the same mistake that I did and take on a HUGE project without any experience.

It was exhausting, overwhelming, and confusing.

I highly recommend that you start before you own land so that you feel comfortable with the knowledge, tools, and steps. 

This is good news, right?

Like this post and comment below YES if you feel relieved.

#permaculture #organicgarden #familyhomestead #selfsustainability #homestead #urbangardening
Here's why I would NOT build a 100-acre homestead. Here's why I would NOT build a 100-acre homestead.

My first homestead was a large-acreage homestead, and it nearly took me out. It was a horrible idea. I was exhausted and frustrated, and I almost quit.

But then I built a small homestead with a quarter-acre garden, and everything changed.

** Even a small backyard can grow a ton of food! **

So take the pressure off yourself.

Start by growing the top 5 veggies that you LOVE to eat. Spend time in your garden, connect with the plants, nurture them, and watch them go. Then enjoy your first harvest and  how delicious your veggies are.

When you fall in love with growing, harvesting and eating home-grown veggies, you will naturally expand your garden because you'll fall in love with the process.

A key secret of  permaculture is learning how to connect with nature and nurture it. It's much better to have a small garden that you can attune to than 100 acres that you feel estranged from.

Ok, now I want to know your top 5 favorite veggies - comment below!

#selfsustainability #gethealthy #savemoney #recessionproof #freedom #permaculture #growyourown #veggiegarden #permaresilience #bretjames
Do you want 2023 to feel like THIS? �What’s y Do you want 2023 to feel like THIS?

�What’s your first step to achieving your dreams this year - let me know in the comments!

#freedom #familyhomestead #selfsustainability #permaculture #veggiegarden #organicgardening #goals
Do you know one of the key aspects of effortless a Do you know one of the key aspects of effortless abundant gardens?

They are MESSY!

Well, it's more like organized chaos.

You see effortless gardens that use permaculture and mimic nature. And nature doesn't grow in neat and tidy rows! So, neither should you!

It's often the order of neat rows in the garden that causes pest and soil problems, use more water and take more of your time!

So, if you want to grow food in less time, take the pressure off and let your garden get wild

Comment below and let me know if you're willing to let go of the order in your garden...

#permaculture #veggiegarden #freedom #familyhomestead #selfsustainability
Is social media killing your dream garden? Not li Is social media killing your dream garden?

Not literally, of course, but folks complain that they don't have enough TIME to grow a backyard garden.

I used to think this too...

But then I adjusted my MINDSET and PRIORITIES!

I realized I could spend 2-hours watching Netflix or 2-hours working in my garden. Which do you think had a more significant ROI and improved my life?

After a night of watching Netflix, I didn't have anything to show for it (except maybe I learned something if I watched a documentary).

Whereas, if I spent the evening working in the garden, I ended up creating a more independent and putting home-grown food on the table for my family.... (while saving money)!

Screens, check us out.
Gardens check us in.

Which are you going to choose?

Comment below!

#selfsustainability #gethealthy #savemoney #recessionproof #freedom #permaculture #growyourown #veggiegarden #permaresilience #bretjames
THIS is what has allowed me to live a more self-su THIS is what has allowed me to live a more self-sustainable life while running a business and spending quality time with my family.

What is the secret sauce?

Permaculture.

For example, our nature-aligned garden takes on average about 15 minutes a day to tend, and we get thousands of pounds of home-grown toxin-free food.

Or our passive solar straw bale home is designed to collect and retain heat in the winter and stay cool in the summer passively - reducing our energy needs.

And these are just two examples of many more ways that we have used permaculture to create a life that is free and independent of the system...

...without taking all of our time!

Comment below "heck yes" if you want to learn more about how you can easily use permaculture too.

#selfsustainability #gethealthy #savemoney #recessionproof #permaculture #growyourown #veggiegarden #sustainableliving #gyo #organicgardening #gardening #homestead #backyardgarden #selfsufficentliving #permaculturegarden #strawbalehome #naturalbuilding #permaresilience #bretjames
THIS is the biggest lie about growing your own foo THIS is the biggest lie about growing your own food!

Growing your own food can be hard.

But eating toxic conventional (& organic) food is hard on your body, mind, and soul...

CHOOSE. YOUR. HARD.

Except....growing your own food DOESN'T have to be hard. And if it has been, it's because you're doing it wrong!

When you learn how to integrate permaculture tools and techniques, you'll see that maintaining a garden is almost effortless.

That's because a permaculture garden mimics nature.

You don't have to go into the forest and help the trees grow, do you?

Of course not! Well, your homestead can function much the same way.

Permaculture is the secret of the busy person with little time.

Like and share if you agree!

#selfsustainability #gethealthy #savemoney #recessionproof #permaculture #growyourown #veggiegarden #sustainableliving #gyo #organicgardening #gardening #homestead #homesteading #backyardgarden
Every month, about 9 out of 10 American children e Every month, about 9 out of 10 American children eat at McDonald’s restaurants - is your family one of them?

And you don't want me to go into stats about the issues fast food causes.

This is why so many people are eating more organic, more local food. But the only way to ensure your organic food doesn't still contain toxins is to (drum roll please) -  grow your own!

It doesn't have to take acres of land.

It doesn't have to take tons of time.

The good news is that there are SIMPLE steps that YOU can take TODAY  to dramatically improve your health, wealth and quality of life.

And it all starts with...

Growing food in your backyard using permaculture!

Not only do you eat well, but you also begin to create self-sustainability right in your own backyard, which gives you more freedom, control and well-being.

After all, isn't that what you want to give to your kids?

Comment below if you agree, and let me know your BIGGEST challenge...

#slowfood #selfsustainability #gethealthy #savemoney #recessionproof #permaculture #growyourown #permaresilience #bretjames
Intention is only one piece to the puzzle. It alon Intention is only one piece to the puzzle. It alone stays in your mind and does nothing to change your outside world. 

BUT when intention is followed up with action and repetition - very quickly your external world begins to match your dreams and desires. 

This has been one of the fundamental keys in my experience building a homestead, business and family life that just gets better and better every day. 

Try applying action for one week and I’m confident you’ll see results. 🌱

#permaculture #permaculturegarden #organicgardening #homestead #homesteading
Our garden stocks the pantry. And the pantry is on Our garden stocks the pantry. And the pantry is one of the many things that fuels our health. Less processed and packaged - more whole food 🌱

Comment below of you have a pantry!
A year of growth. In the garden, in health, wealth A year of growth. In the garden, in health, wealth and relationships. 2022 ends with more peace, presence and excitement for what else is to come in this new year. 

What are the 3 words to describe your 2022?
Edit: deal ended but DM me to get on the waitlist! Edit: deal ended but DM me to get on the waitlist!
Less than 16 hours left to get 98% off a MASSIVE 5-course homesteading bundle - a complete a self-sustainable living library 300+ video trainings, PDF’s, cheat sheets, resources, eBooks and more.

It is everything you need to go from stuck in the system to having a recession and pandemic-proof backyard homestead that FILLS YOUR BANK ACCOUNT packed into one system:

🧑‍🌾| Modern Homesteading
🪴| Backyard Permaculture Gardening
🌿| Organic Farming
🛖| Off-Grid Living
🥝| Permaculture Orchards
🍎| Canning/Preserving
🥬| Fermenting & Cheesemaking
🏞| Homestead Design & Planning
🌱| Permaculture & Food Forests
🌧️| Rainwater Harvesting& Irrigation
☀️| Solar Power, Cooking & Alternative Energy
🏠| Self-Sustainable & Natural Homes
🚨| Prepping
🥜| Seed Saving
💪| Resilient Living Skills
🐓| Raising Chickens
🧬| Exiting the Matrix
💰| Homestead Income
💻| Passive Online Business
🌳| Environmental Restoration 
🤯| SO much more!!

You Don’t Have to Live Like Everyone Else... EXIT THE MATRIX and create abundance, become more resilient & thrive.

But don’t wait because I’m not sure I’ll ever offer this again - it’s too good of a deal! 

Comment “homestead” below to get a link or click the bio link ;)
For the next 36 hours only - get 98% off a MASSIVE For the next 36 hours only - get 98% off a MASSIVE 5-course homesteading bundle. It’s complete a self-sustainable living library 300+ video trainings, PDF’s, cheat sheets, resources, eBooks and more.

It is EVERYTHING you need to go from stuck in the system to having a recession and pandemic-proof six-figure backyard homestead packed into ONE SYSTEM:

🧑‍🌾| Modern Homesteading
🪴| Backyard Permaculture Gardening
🌿| Organic Farming
🛖| Off-Grid Living
🍎| Canning/Preserving
🥬| Fermenting & Cheesemaking
🏞| Homestead Design & Planning
🌱| Permaculture & Food Forests
🌧️| Rainwater Harvesting& Irrigation 
☀️| Solar Power, Cooking & Alternative Energy 
🏠| Self-Sustainable & Natural Homes
🚨| Prepping
🥜| Seed Saving
💪| Resilient Living Skills
🐓| Raising Chickens
🧬| Exiting the Matrix
💰| Homestead Income
🤯| SO much more!!

You Don’t Have to Live Like Everyone Else... EXIT THE SYSTEM and create abundance, become more resilient & thrive!

Comment “homestead” below to get a link or checkout the bio link ;)
You get out of life what you put into into it. P You get out of life what you put into into it. 

People need less "stuff" and more solutions. This is the only way to take control of your freedom and health. And it starts with growing a backyard garden and expanding out from there to create a modern backyard homestead!

If you want to break free from the system & create your recession-proof backyard homestead (while putting $$ in the bank) no matter what is going on in the world...

...Comment "homestead" below to get a link to our MASSIVE 5-Course Bundle that is 98% off today! (Link also in bio)

#homestead #offgrid #ermaculture
#organicgarden
What do you think? Let me know in the comments b What do you think? 

Let me know in the comments below if you agree or disagree 👇

#homesteading #selfsufficientliving #sustainableliving #growyourownfood
What are the two best places you can invest your m What are the two best places you can invest your money and time during a recession that will give you more freedom and more self-sustainability? 

In looking back on my journey, doing these two things stood out as having a massive positive impact on our lives, positing my family for economic turmoil, food shortages, and pretty much anything else the world could throw at us.

We are living in different times.

Even in the mainstream, people priorities are shifting away from the grind and rat race, towards creating a more meaningful and resilient life (cause who knows what is next).

Comment if you agree!

Helping people create resilient lives, without acres of land or tons of time and money, is my passion and if you want help doing that checkout our new YouTube channel (via the bio of course)!

#homesteading #offgrid #gardening #dreamlife #selfsufficient
If you’re stuck in the rat race afraid you’ll If you’re stuck in the rat race afraid you’ll never escape, then we need to talk.

I believe if you desire a self-sustainable life but aren’t living it, you’re making this mistake. 

Self-sufficient living isn’t ALL-OR-NOTHING. You can begin to make changes, no matter where you live, no matter your climate or circumstances.

You simply take the NEXT step. Whatever that looks like - maybe it’s learning to can your own food or growing some herbs on the patio - whatever it is DO THAT. Then, you choose another thing… and another… 

I didn’t get here overnight, but I got here because I was committed to making whatever changes I could given the means I had. And you can too.

For a deeper dive to help you shift the needle, check out the longer-form video on You Tube via the links in my profile.
Finances and recession on your mind? Years ago ou Finances and recession on your mind?

Years ago our lives looked very different than today, and back then, we were much more subject to the pressures and failures of the system.

Once we began to break free, and live life on our own terms, we ended up creating a life that feels like we are on vacation every day.

The best part is our homestead supports us and since we spend our days gardening, instead of consuming goods and services, we live a very “rich” life without needing a ton of income.

Breaking free and creating a recession-proof life isn’t as hard as it sounds, its just a series of small steps towards a different life.

But it doesn’t start tomorrow - it starts today. 

See my bio link to learn more on how you can create a self-sustainable life that is recession proof, regardless of where you live.

#permaculture #homesteading #offgrid #dreamlife #livingthedream #ruralliving
These techniques can be used anywhere - any size l These techniques can be used anywhere - any size land or climate. Because here’s your friendly reminder: its not all or nothing. It’s about taking small and consistent steps wherever you are. One day you’ll turn around to see just how far you’ve come and how minimally impacted you are by outside influences. Start exiting the system today and finding self reliant solutions! #permaculture #organicgardening #exitthematrix 

Friendly reminder, it’s not all or nothing. It’s not in one day instead it’s about taking small and consistent steps to one day turn around and realize you’re minimally impacted
Permaculture homestead tour - secrets to a low-wor Permaculture homestead tour - secrets to a low-work garden:
🌿keyhole garden beds
🌿cold frames
🌿food forest
🌿interplanted beds

Follow along for parts 2&3! More info in bio 🌳
Begin where you are. Today. A simple container, 1 Begin where you are. Today. A simple container, 1 raised bed - you’d be surprised how far you get in time.
Creating a Recession Proof life, home and backyard Creating a Recession Proof life, home and backyard!

If the last two years have shown us anything its we don’t know what is around the corner - NOW is the time to get prepared and create freedom, health and security so you can rest easy at night.

You’ll learn the key to a recession proof life and I’m busting three big misconceptions people have about self-sustainable living:

1) It takes too much time!
2) I don’t have the money!
3) I don’t have the space!

You can’t change what is going on in the world but you can control how you position yourself!
You don’t need tons of land or live in the count You don’t need tons of land or live in the country. You can grow massive amounts of food on just a 1/4 acre. $20,000 worth of organic produce even. We’ve all seen what’s happening at the grocery store prices, right? There’s no time like now to finally learn these empowering skills that no one can take away.
Making kraut is not only super easy, it’s an inc Making kraut is not only super easy, it’s an incredible way to preserve cabbage for the season AND have a probiotic rich food.

Anyone can ferment vegetables without needing anything fancy - we just use a mason jar and a glass weight. Cabbage, salt, a bit of time fermenting and you’ve got yourself some kraut!

#saurkraut #fermented #permaculture #organicgarden
I was up very late last night making this and want I was up very late last night making this and want to know...

...are you exiting the matrix with us?

Toxic & nutritionally-depleted food
Food shortages
Fertilizer shortages
"Sick Care" system
Massive inflation
Climate Crisis
Looming recession
Exploitive & destructive consumerism
Energy crisis
Mental illness
Political division
Children glued to screens
& on and on....

Leave the fear, anxiety and worry behind right now.

See link in bio for the Homestead Bundle or comment “homestead” and I’ll DM you the link!
When they control your food you lose choice, freed When they control your food you lose choice, freedom and health. 

In 1945 - Americans grew 45% of their food in backyards.

In 2020 - Americans ONLY grew 0.1% of their food in backyards. 

But, there is a resurgence happening where so many people are existing the matrix and growing gardens, not lawns.

They are taking back control of their food and their lives.

They are discovering what it is like to sleep easy at night, knowing that they have taken a big step towards gaining back their independence and health - no matter what happens in the world. 

A small backyard can produce up to $20,000 in produce a year (at Whole Foods “Organic” prices).

Imagine how it would feel to feed your family nutrient-dense food grown in your yard, sharing the extra with your neighbors, knowing you are making a difference. 

Well that self-sustainable life is not as far off as you may think…
The 1 Key To Effortless & Affordable Gardening & H The 1 Key To Effortless & Affordable Gardening & Homesteading 

(Make self-sustaimabnle living more attainable for the busy person on a budget)

We are talking about how to…

1) Drastcally reduce the time required 
2) Dramatically reduce the money required and get a bigger return 

Also, I share why organic gardens fail and what to do differently…

Link to limited time 🌱 Homestead Bundle 🌱 in profile!

Create your self-sustaining life without taking all of your time and money!
It wasn’t always this way - living a life that f It wasn’t always this way - living a life that felt abundant, secure and enjoyable... Over a decade ago, I walked out of my job and left that old life behind. Needless to say I never looked back. 

This journey though didn’t happen all at once. It was learning new ways of living bit-by-bit until suddenly I realized I was ACTUALLY living the life I always wanted. 

Finding a more simple holistic way is not a “someday” dream. It’s right now, the actions we chose today that get us to what we desire, tomorrow. 

If you’re ready to start transitioning from where your at to a more self-reliant way of living check out the OffGrid Homestead Bundle. It’s only $50 for 140+ eBooks/courses designed to kickstart your path to start living this way too. 

Link in my bio or comment “homestead” and I’ll DM you the link!
3 simple steps to achieve the self-sustaining drea 3 simple steps to achieve the self-sustaining dream YEARS sooner...

Regardless of money, time, space or any other obstacles!
Edit: contest ended, 12.6lbs...but imagine yoursel Edit: contest ended, 12.6lbs...but imagine yourself growing food in your backyard, having a pantry full of homegrown food, and fresh eggs for breakfast - not worried about what’d going on in the world…

With this mega-collection of some of the most potent online courses and ebooks, you’ll have the
knowledge and guidance to:
- Organic Gardening
- Permaculture
- Homestead Income
- Wild foraging 
- Herbalism 
- Micro-greens
- And much, much more!

For only $50 you can have access to this massive homestead library and courses worth over $6000!!

Check out the link in bio or DM for details.

*First person to guess exactly how much this cabbage weighs AND has invested in this bundle will be reimbursed their purchase amount.*
Do you **think** you need acres of land off in the Do you **think** you need acres of land off in the woods to live a self-sustainable life?

Imagine if you could...

Grow $20,000 in fresh nutrient dense produce/eggs -on just 1/4 acre. 

Not only would you feel like you had control of your life, and create independence and health right at home, you would...

SAVE $20,000+ from your backyard EVERY. SINGLE. YEAR.

Growing food is just the gateway to a self-sustainable life - a life that has a massive ROI!

Instead of wasting your time searching the endless corners of the internet for the knowledge on how to do this as soon as possible, we have got a very affordable special opportunity...

That is why we created The Off-Grid Homestead Bundle which is FULL of solution-based information that will empower us to live independently...and with resilience.

Even ON GRID and IN SUBURBIA!

For only 8 more days you can access 140 eBooks/courses for ONLY $50. - W. O. W. - That’s $6000 worth of content all downloadable and yours to keep.

Link in bio or comment “homestead” and I’ll DM you the direct link!
“Off-grid” and “homestead” skillsets are n “Off-grid” and “homestead” skillsets are not necessarily about isolation or abandoning modern society.

On the contrary, it’s about reconnecting to your innate wisdom and the rhythms of nature so that you can fully enjoy the freedom and ease of knowing you CAN thrive - EVEN IN SUBURBIA. 

So that no matter what’s happening in the world around you, your family will be healthy and secure.
Having the energy to get it all done in life stems Having the energy to get it all done in life stems from good health, which more and more research is showing comes from our diets.

And in a world where even “organic” food is still unhealthy you need to grow your own.

Now there is a resurgence in people converting wasteful ornamental landscapes into beautiful backyard farms!

You see, the garden is the gateway to a more self-sustainable life.

And the most time efficient way to do that is by following in the footsteps of those who have already mastered the skills.

That’s why me and 140+ other creators are dropping “The Off-Grid Homestead Bundle” this Friday - to help YOU get miles closer to living the dream life!

And if you want my “How To Homestead with $0” eBook for free - get on the bundle waitlist by commenting below or clicking on the website on my profile!
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