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July 1, 2025 42 mins

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In this episode of the Midlife with Courage podcast, Kim interviews Elizabeth Bruckner, an acupuncturist, author, and homesteader from Southern California. 

Elizabeth shares her journey from chronic illness to becoming an 'accidental homesteader,' emphasizing the importance of making small, sustainable changes for a healthier lifestyle. They discuss her transition away from processed foods, tips for easy home cooking, and the benefits of fermentation and traditional food preservation methods. 

Elizabeth also provides practical advice for anyone interested in starting their homesteading journey, regardless of space or budget. 

Tune in for an inspiring conversation on finding courage and joy through self-sufficiency and natural living.

00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:22 Meet Elizabeth Bruckner: Acupuncturist and Author
00:54 Elizabeth's Journey to Homesteading
02:48 Overcoming Chronic Illness
07:47 Discovering the Benefits of Fermentation
08:10 The Start of Homesteading During the Pandemic
09:24 Understanding Modern Homesteading
15:04 Practical Tips for Homesteading and Cooking
17:55 The Importance of Meat Stock
21:59 Growing Your Own Herbs and Vegetables
22:24 Debunking Gardening Myths
22:59 Garden Herbal Infusion Tips
23:16 Choosing Herbs for Your Window Sill
24:46 Community Gardening and Reverse Engineering
27:09 Homesteading Mindset and Joyful Daydreaming
32:43 The Power of Fermentation
38:20 Creating Positive Change with Small Steps
39:52 Final Thoughts and Free Gift

Make sure you go to www.createwellnessproject.com/gift for your free habit tracker that Elizabeth talked about in this episode. 

Get your free ebook called Daily Habits for Hormonal Harmony by going to my website. This free guide will help you balance your hormones through some easy daily activities. 

Just add your email to the popup and your guide will be on its way to your inbox.

From morning until bedtime, you can help yourself feel better! 


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Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.


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