Homesteading ideas for a Joyful Life: Joyfully Prepared
Homesteading Idea for a Joyful Life: Joyfully Prepared is a podcast for moms and women who want to build real-life readiness without fear. Host Wendi Bergin shares simple, practical skills—from canning and gardening to herbal remedies and emergency planning—all rooted in faith, family, and joyful living.
Wendi believes preparedness is an act of stewardship and trust in God, not panic. She keeps it real (and often a little messy), helping you feel confident caring for your family no matter what life throws your way.
Join in for honest conversations, practical tips, and encouragement to embrace a faith-filled, prepared life—one joyful step at a time.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 26 minutes
- Episodes
- 185
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Behind the Scenes: What’s New with Joyfully Prepared
New things are happening around here, and I can’t wait to share them with you! In this episode, I’m talking about my upcoming speaking event, the Joyfully Prepared Library, my new focus as the Joyful…
Mom Strength You Didn’t Know You Already Had
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 jus…
Simple Ways to Find Calm in Chaos
Life has a way of drifting toward chaos—whether it’s towels in a heap, laundry piling up, or one too many plates wobbling on sticks. In this episode of the Joyfully Prepared Podcast, Wendi unpacks:
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Easy Dinners And Lunches For Hectic Weeks
Packing lunches every morning. Cooking dinner every night. Which is more stressful? Honestly, it’s a tie—except lunches feel like a daily pop quiz, and dinner is more like a final exam.
In this episod…
Say This When You’re Tired, Stuck, or Spiraling
In this episode, you’ll hear:
A poetic reframe: hard things as gifts to your future self
The herbalist’s story of “We don’t take away—we give”
How journaling helped Wendi rewire her mindset
A powerful gy…
Are You Pushing Too Hard? I Was.
Episode 179 – Proof You’re Still Doing Great (Even If You Missed a Week)
Hey friend—today’s episode is short, honest, and from the heart. I missed releasing an episode last week. First time in over th…
Proof You Didn’t Fail Today: A Gentle Evening Ritual
✨ What if five minutes at the end of your day could be the most powerful mindset shift you’ll make all week?
Today I’m sharing my transformation journal—a simple, four-part daily practice that’s helpe…
From Doomsday Prepper to Joyfully Prepared: My Story
In this heartfelt episode, Wendi Bergin opens up about why she chose the name Joyfully Prepared and what being the Joyful Prepper truly means to her.
She shares how preparedness runs deep in her famil…
For Those Who Refuse to Be Unprepared for Water Loss
When the power goes out, clean water becomes priceless.
Today we’re talking about the one thing you can’t live without during hurricane season: water.
We’ll break down:
How much water you actually need …
No More Panic Packing: This Checklist Changes Everything
What if getting prepared didn’t feel overwhelming?
This week, I’m walking you through my free 12-Week Hurricane Preparedness Checklist—designed for real families, real budgets, and real life.
Inside th…
How to Feel More Ready (and Less Panicked) This Hurricane Season
In this episode, we cover:
What a 72-hour kit is—and why I call it a Peace of Mind Bag
A not-so-hypothetical story about Tic Tacs and no flashlight (you’ll feel seen)
What to pack for you, your family, …
How to Protect Your Family from Hurricane Chaos
In this episode:
✅ Wendi’s real-life hurricane prep stories (what worked + what flopped)
✅ Why knowing what you have — and where it is — matters so much
✅ How to prep food for maximum comfort and minimu…
Why My Pain Wasn’t Punishment — It Was God Leading Me Home
In this episode of Joyfully Prepared, Wendi continues the story she began in part one, opening up about how God helped her reframe her identity and healing journey after a season of deep heartbreak.
Y…
Why Carrying It All Nearly Broke Me
In this episode of the Joyfully Prepared podcast, Wendi gets real about the weight of motherhood — and how carrying it all nearly broke her.
- She shares how she slipped into unhealthy patterns:
- Never le…
What Every Mom Must Pack Before the Emergency Hits
What would you grab if you had to leave your home in five minutes?
Most moms would panic—and understandably so. That’s why this episode is a gentle, grace-filled walk through what belongs in a 72-hour…
From Intimidated to Empowered: Feel Confident Using Wheat
In this episode, Wendi reflects on her own wheat journey—from her mom’s beautiful stone-ground loaves to her own slightly tragic first attempts at homemade bread. With humor and warmth, she shares:
Th…
The Real Reason You’re Tired (and What to Do About It That Actually Works)
In this episode of the Joyfully Prepared Podcast, Wendi sits down with Dr. Kaz—a seasoned coach for athletes and executives—to demystify insulin resistance. You'll learn:
What insulin resistance reall…
Stop Believing These Preparedness Lies (You’ll Feel Better Instantly)
In today’s episode, Wendi plays a round of “3 Lies and a Truth” — preparedness style! She’ll walk you through three common myths that keep people stuck or overwhelmed when it comes to being ready for…
What Every Mom Needs to Know About Feeding Her Family in a Crisis
When the power goes out, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed—especially when hungry kids are staring at you like you’re the generator. In this episode, Wendi shares:
- What to do in the first 10 minutes of a …
You Are a Joy. Period.
In This Episode, Wendi Shares:
A personal birthday reflection filled with joy, tenderness, and encouragement
A message to her younger self—and to every woman feeling stretched too thin
Why joy isn’t alw…