Sustainable Living

When Ben Hewitt and his wife bought a sprawling acreage of field and forest in northern Vermont, they were eager to start a self-sustaining family farm. But over the years, the land became so much more than a building site; it became the birthplace of their two sons, the main source of family income and food, and even a classroom for their children. Through self-directed play, exploration, and experimentation on their farm, Hewitt's children learned how to play and read, test boundaries and challenge themselves, fail and recover.

Looking to start your own homestead in Mississippi? Look no further than this comprehensive guide to help you on your journey to self-reliance and sustainable living. In Homesteading in Mississippi, we delve deep into topics such as choosing the right land for your homestead, budgeting, and designing your layout. We provide you with the essential knowledge and skills to build critical structures and acquire the necessary tools to make your homestead thrive. One of the most crucial aspects of homesteading is living off-the-grid. We provide detailed information on how to set up solar panels, ...

From Salatin's point of view, life in the 21st century just ain't normal. In Folks, This Ain't Normal, he discusses how far removed we are from the simple, sustainable joy that comes from living close to the land and the people we love. Salatin has many thoughts on what normal is and shares practical and philosophical ideas for changing our lives in small ways that have big impact. Salatin urges people to take a better look at their food: What's in it, where is it coming from, and how did it get the table?

Are you tired of the busy, fast-paced city life? Do you long for a simpler way of living, where you can be self-sufficient and surrounded by nature? Look no further than Homesteading in Vermont, the ultimate guide to living a sustainable lifestyle. In this comprehensive eBook, we'll take you through every step of homesteading in Vermont. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out, this guide has something for everyone. We'll begin with an introduction to homesteading and its benefits, including increased self-sufficiency and a more sustainable way of living. We'll then delve ...

Are you dreaming of living a simpler, more sustainable life on your own homestead in Virginia?Look no further than "The Virginia Homestead," your ultimate guide to starting and thriving in the homesteading lifestyle. From selecting the perfect land to designing and building your dream homestead, this book will take you through every step of the process. You'll learn how to care for a variety of livestock, including chickens, goats, sheep, and even pigs for pork production. And for those looking to add sweetness to their homesteading experience, we've got you covered with our comprehensive ...

Two expert guides. One complete canning library. If you’ve ever dreamed of filling your pantry with homemade jams, pickles, sauces, or salsas—but didn’t know where to start—this all-in-one bundle was made for you.

If the power grid fails, it’s not just your lights that go out. It’s your water supply. It’s your heating and cooling system. It’s all your usual ways of cooking food or doing the laundry. Without the grid, life as we know it changes in an instant.

Looking for safe, natural remedies to care for yourself, your family, and even your pets, without chemicals, confusion, or overwhelm? Do you want a trusted, practical guide to self-healing that blends ancient herbal wisdom with modern-day wellness strategies? If your answer is YES, then this book will be your ideal companion to achieve holistic wellness at every stage of life. 🌿 Reclaim Your Health Naturally... In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel exhausted, anxious, and disconnected from your well-being. This all-in-one guide offers 1,200+ natural remedies that blend ...

Embrace the Art of Holistic Homesteading – Wherever You Are Are you yearning for a more self-sufficient, connected lifestyle but feel limited by your urban space? Do you want to grow your own herbs, preserve your harvest, or integrate mindful practices but don't know where to begin? If these thoughts resonate with you, you're not alone. Holistic Homesteading offers 52 weekend-friendly projects designed to bring sustainability, wellness, and simplicity into your everyday life—whether you're in the city or the countryside. From small gardens to herbal remedies, each project is achievable,...

Unlock the power of composting with Building Your First Composter, an essential guide for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike. This comprehensive eBook takes you step-by-step through the process of creating, maintaining, and optimizing your own compost bin. If you've ever wanted to reduce waste, enrich your garden soil, and contribute to a more sustainable environment, this is the perfect resource for you. Begin your journey with an insightful introduction to DIY compost bins, where you'll discover the countless benefits of composting, understand the basic principles, and debunk common ...

Whether you're a sustainability newbie or a seasoned green living enthusiast, this book will empower you with the knowledge and tools to clean smarter, live healthier, and tread lighter on the Earth. Say goodbye to harsh chemicals—and hello to a fresher, cleaner, greener way of living.

Discover the truth about self-sufficiently living off your backyard! In a world as highly dynamic as ours, independent living can be an invaluable trait. By employing intelligent tactics and technologies, you can feed your family, eliminate high utility bills, and minimize stress. However, starting your own garden and homesteading can be an overwhelming task—and you need to prepare and learn what it takes to start. This guide will wipe away all your doubts and help you build the life you’ve always wanted for yourself and your family.

Research shows that people who have a sense of calling are more productive, motivated, and resilient than their peers. But they are also more likely to experience the physical, mental, and spiritual exhaustion of burnout. When they do, the impact is more severe and disorienting. Burnout often starts from something very good: a passionate commitment to meaningful work and the skill to make it a reality. But the dark side of calling is that passion and skill without boundaries are like matches to a dry forest, at risk for devastating destruction.

No More Room for Your Crap: A Blunt Guide to Decluttering Your Life Are you tripping over your "stuff" again? Is your home a monument to procrastination, impulse buys, and well-meaning gifts you never wanted? Do you feel constantly overwhelmed, drained, and stressed by the sheer volume of clutter surrounding you? Let's be blunt: Your home is suffocating you, and it's time for a radical intervention. This isn't your grandma's gentle guide to tidying up. This is the kick in the ass you desperately need to finally reclaim your space, your sanity, and your life. In No More Room for Your Crap, ...

Escape the grid and build a thriving, self-sufficient homestead with this complete step-by-step guide to mastering both off-grid systems and essential homesteading skills—no experience required.

What if the future didn’t suck? Solarpunk: Designing a Future That Doesn’t Suck is a visionary and deeply grounded blueprint for surviving and thriving on a planet in crisis. Far more than wind turbines wrapped in ivy, solarpunk is a design philosophy, a political strategy, and a cultural movement that fuses ecological sanity with radical imagination. This book unpacks solarpunk from the roots up: why it rejects fossil logic, how it decentralizes power, and what it looks like when applied to energy systems, cities, gardens, digital networks, architecture, food, governance, and more. ...

How To Live Safe In An Unsafe World After the pandemic and the government's response to the pandemic the world we live in now is not overly safe. The vaccine mandates are causing a lot of strife as well as the supply chain disruption which will affect nearly everybody when they go shopping. When food or lack of food becomes a serious problem then where you live could suddenly become very unsafe. Now this book is about trying to navigate an unsafe future. The book covers: Food storage Water Making your home safer Living in an unsafe environment As well as a host of other topics to keep you ...

Are you ready to transform your home into an eco-friendly haven without sacrificing comfort, style, or breaking the bank? Eco-Friendly Home Design is your ultimate guide to creating a sustainable living space that’s not only better for the planet but also better for you. Inside this book, you’ll discover simple, practical strategies for every room in your home, helping you reduce your environmental footprint while enhancing your quality of life. From choosing sustainable materials and improving energy efficiency to adopting green cleaning practices and conserving water, this guide ...

Having two books in one allows you to go beyond just living off the grid, but also knowing how to live a self-sustainable life with homesteading. No matter if you are new to homesteading or you are an established farmer, whether you’ve lived off-grid before or have been stuck in the city the whole of your life, this book will catapult you into the life of your dreams. So, what are you waiting for? Pure happiness and satisfaction are waiting for you on the other side of your life-changing decision.

Think you can’t live sustainably in a small city apartment? Think again. The Sustainable City Dweller is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to embrace an eco-friendly lifestyle—without needing a backyard, solar panels, or a rural retreat. If you're ready to reduce your footprint, save money, and live more intentionally, this book will show you how to do it right where you are: in the heart of the city. Whether you live in a high-rise, a studio, or a compact condo, this book gives you practical, affordable, and creative ways to turn your living space into a green oasis. With ...