Welcome to our adventures in growing our food and financial independence.
Yay self-sufficiency and ending the rat race!
All in Rat Race
As we watch the world around us change, anxiety can set in. Economic stress, political stress, family stress, the holidays are approaching, COVID-19, preparing for winter to set in… and the fact that 2020 has served as one of the craziest years in recent memory. When I served in the Army, I taught the practice of the ‘tactical knee.’ What is this? During military training…
How strong is the mind? If you have ever served in the U.S. Military, you have probably had a leader tell you, “your weakness is in your head!” What? How does that make sense? If you listen to any story about soldiers or citizens that accomplish a seeming impossible task, they typically say something about…
Are you already planning for the upcoming holidays? Good! Next week, 4 Oct 2020, gives you 12 weeks until Christmas to plan and strategize so that gifts, meals, and events are all within budget and leave everyone with memories of joy, and not remorse, come January. If you’re like most folks…
Plato’s allegory of the cave is by far one of my most favorite philosophical writings. It speaks to me about the power of seeing past illusions, seeing the world for what it is, and setting yourself free. However, there is also a significant dilemma that is also presented. Once free…
Does it feel like there are many, many strings pulling your money out of your wallet? Ever wonder who’s pulling on those strings? Or how those strings got tied to your hard-earned cash out of your wallet? Explore this Psychology of Spending series to better arm your self against all of the forces working to separate your cash from your control!
