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 gym moment and how simple phrases changed everything

A sweet story about chickens, wasps, and newfound confidence

Practical examples of uplifting self-talk in everyday tasks

7 journal prompts to gently shift from deprivation to devotion

Mentioned in this episode:

SafeWaterDrop.com – my favorite no-fuss water purifier

Rosalee de la Forêt – herbalist and author

The Joyfully Prepared Facebook group – come share your insights with me!

✍️ Journal Prompts 

1. What am I giving myself by doing this hard thing?
2. What have I tried to take away in the past—and how might it feel to give something better instead?
3. When I think about a habit I want to change, what is my self-talk around it?
4. What am I truly craving underneath the habit—comfort, connection, energy, space?
5. Who taught me how to talk to myself—and who do I want to sound like now?
6. Where in my life am I ready to shift from deprivation to devotion?
7. What are three things I gave myself this week—on purpose or not—that helped me feel more whole?