Are you locked in the system? Tired of the rat race – struggling to pay the bills and just breaking even? If so, you’re not alone. There are many others who feel called to a simpler lifestyle, living off the land or even cutting free from the system by living off the grid. It might seem like an impossible dream, but it really is possible to live more in harmony with nature, have more family time and experience the joys of self sufficient living. If that appeals to you, keep reading to learn how a better way of life can be yours.

In the summer of 2000 we moved to a small off grid cabin in the wilderness. It was there that we began to learn about gardening and a more sustainable way of life. Since then, we’ve been learning, little by little – often by trial and error. There have been some tough experiences, but we’re glad now that we never turned back.

One thing we have learned, not only from our own experience, but also in helping others, is that almost anyone can enjoy this way of life. It just involves learning the steps to take, and the mistakes to avoid and then the persistence to carry out those steps to achieve the goal. In future articles, we’ll consider the steps you need to take, but first, let’s take a look at the mistakes that trip most people up before they can even start on the steps.

On of the most common errors people make is attempting to tackle self sufficient living all at once. While this can certainly be overwhelming, it also generally leads to discouragement and finally just giving up. As anyone who has truly achieved a sustainable lifestyle will tell you, the secret of success is to take things one step at a time. Gardening provides a perfect example of this. Preparing and planting a garden can seem daunting, especially for those who don’t have enough room for a suitable garden to provide for their food needs. But if you start small, keeping things manageable while you learn the ropes, you’ll build your skills over time and ultimately master the art of growing your own food. Even if it means starting your garden in pots on the patio or in the window sill, starting is the key. Success with a small gardening project will motivate you to branch out and develop other self sufficient skills as well.

Every pursuit of life involves the same basic ingredients – planning and persistence. There’s no other way to achieve your goals, and that goes for self sufficient living as well. The pivotal ingredient, however, seems to be knowledge. So where can you find the best information on sustainable living? The internet is filled with resources, including our website where you’ll find practical articles and links to other sites that will give you the tools to lay solid plans and move forward successfully. You can get started today – why delay?

Learn more about self sufficient living. Stop by Andrew Paulson’s site where you can find out all about a sustainable lifestyle and what it can do for you.

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