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Top 2.5% Globally Ranked Podcast in Holistic Health & Wellness If your home looks clean but something still feels off — if your energy is low, your skin’s acting up, or you’re tired of second-guessing every “eco-friendly” label — you’re in the right place. I’m Cynthia Harvey-Brown, a Certified Wellness Coach and Non-Toxic Lifestyle Strategist who’s coached over 1000 students. I’m here to help you and other health-conscious moms and moms-to-be simplify clean living, reduce hidden household to ...
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Do you feel like you want to cook from scratch, grow more of your own food, or live intentionally—but never have the time or energy to do it all? Tried diving headfirst into homesteading only to end up overwhelmed, burnt out, or wondering where to even begin? You’re not alone. If you’re ready to build a homestead life that actually works with your modern, busy schedule—this podcast is for you. Inside The Homestead Challenge, you’ll find time-saving routines, realistic strategies, and practic ...
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Are you a busy wife and mom who longs for a simpler life, one that’s peaceful and unhurried? But you have no idea where to start? Do you look up healthy recipes to make for your family, but you run out of time or don’t have all the ingredients, so you end up grabbing something on the go? Do you want to create a simpler, less toxic home and declutter, so you spend less time cleaning? I am so excited you’re here! This podcast is your go-to guide to achieving an unhurried, simple life. One life ...
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Living sustainably should be easier. Curious about a zero waste lifestyle? Want to know what the “circular economy” or “slow fashion” really means? As the founder of both Brightly.eco and Wildwoven (a sustainable pajama company), eco-expert Laura Alexander Wittig brings you actionable daily sustainability tips in each episode of Good Together. Tune in weekly for bite-sized ways to make a positive impact! For more info, visit https://brightly.eco/podcast
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Let's simplify organizing, shall we? Join Professional Organizer and Productivity Consultant, Zee Siman, along with her occasional co-host or guest, as she provides sustainable decluttering, home organizing and time management tips curated for you: working moms, mompreneurs and entrepreneurs. Beautiful Living is all about creating joy-filled, organized homes and vibrant social connections, balanced with meaningful work for a fulfilling, sustainable life. As 'The Choosy Organizer', Zee shows ...
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Welcome to The Tea on Sustainable Living, a podcast where we spill the tea on living sustainably in a world on fire. (The “tea” being our honest thoughts, struggles, and whatever else comes up along the way.) It's not easy living on a dying planet. Between work, relationships, bills, and the never-ending laundry, we all have enough on our plates (and yet ANOTHER dish to wash). Add in the state of the world, and it's natural that we want to curl up in bed (re-reading our favorite fantasy nove ...
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In this episode, we’re walking through a simple Friday Reset designed specifically for busy December weekends. With holiday activities filling up our schedules, we’re focusing on quick, doable steps that help us lower stress, clear a little space in our homes, and set ourselves up to actually enjoy the magic instead of rushing through it. We talk a…
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Are you thinking about having a baby or trying to conceive and want to get your body and home ready first? In this episode of Start Living Sustainable, wellness coach Coach Cynthia shares simple pre-pregnancy health tips and low-toxic lifestyle shifts to reduce toxins, support your mood and hormones, and create a healthier home for pregnancy, postp…
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Learn five simple decluttering goals that quickly reduce stress and bring calm back to your home. Perfect for busy women wanting an easier, clutter-free home this season. December can feel bananas! Between school events, work deadlines, and all the holiday “extras,” your home can slip into that loud, visual noise that makes it hard to think. In thi…
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Hey mama! The Holidays are here, and while you are busy making the magic for your family, I thought you may need a little self-care. Am I right?!? In this amazing episode, the amazing Kendra Nielson gives us some tactical tips on how we can fill our cup so we can pour out to others. Enjoy the show! Mother | Therapist | Podcaster Fulfillment Therapy…
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Homemade gifts can be thoughtful and practical — if people actually know how to use them. In this episode, we’re sharing our favorite high-compliance DIY gifts for non-crunchy friends and family, so your handmade presents don’t end up forgotten in the back of a cabinet. We talk about why most homemade gifts fail (lack of familiarity, unclear instru…
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Five years into my homesteading journey, I’m looking back at what actually worked, what caused burnout, and what I truly wish I had known as a beginner. In this episode, I’m walking you through the exact roadmap I would follow if I were starting completely over today — with less pressure, fewer gadgets, and a whole lot more joy. This is a gentle, r…
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It’s officially December, and we’re starting our year-end reflection a little early around here. In this episode of The Homestead Challenge Podcast, we talk honestly about what actually worked on our city homestead this year—and what completely flopped. From simplifying garden projects and freezing tomatoes to sourdough struggles, slow home project…
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If this year stretched you more than you expected, you’re not alone. In this short, uplifting episode, you’ll discover 10 simple ways to find gratitude after a hard year — even when your wins were small, and your challenges were big. These prompts will help you reflect with honesty, soften your heart, and remember how strong you truly are. 🍃 🍃 🍃 🍃 …
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Lighten your holiday season with tiny sustainable swaps that reduce waste, simplify your routines, and help you create a calmer, more intentional home, without giving up convenience. This week we’re talking about that moment when the house smells like gingerbread, the candles are glowing…and the trash is overflowing with plastic packaging and scrun…
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Can you believe it's already December 1st?!? With all of the hustle and bustle of theholidays, it can be hard to find time to sit and reflect, so let's start early!What worked this year? What didn't? What do you want your next year to look like, and how can you take the steps to make it happen? Let's talk about it, enjoy the show xoxo Connect With …
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Winter is supposed to be the season where everything finally slows down… but for many of us, it quickly becomes another round of pressure to plan next year’s garden, stock the pantry, bake everything from scratch, and add even more to our already full plates. In this episode, I’m sharing the three homesteading tasks I’m not doing this winter so I c…
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Struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep? In this episode, we break down how magnesium supports deep, natural rest and explore the forms that actually work. You’ll learn simple ways to unwind, calm your nervous system, and reclaim the sleep you’ve been craving. 🍃 🍃 🍃 Dear Mom (and every woman feeling stretched thin), Sleep shouldn’t feel like a lux…
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Learn the 3 hidden Christmas décor mistakes creating clutter and stress, plus simple holiday organizing tips for a calmer January and a beautifully intentional season. If you’ve ever found a stray stuffed snowman in March still smiling at you like, “Hey girl, remember Christmas?” - this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about the three sneaky…
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If you’ve ever felt like herbalism requires a huge apothecary or a ton of expensive ingredients, this episode is going to feel like a breath of fresh air. Today, we’re talking about the everyday pantry staples you probably already have on hand that double as powerful herbal wellness tools — perfect for cold and flu season and practical homesteading…
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In today’s episode, we’re talking about rethinking rest during the holiday season and why traditional “relaxation” doesn’t always make us feel restored. If you’re overwhelmed by holiday expectations, juggling motherhood, managing a busy home, or trying to keep up with homesteading tasks while feeling exhausted, this conversation is for you. After w…
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What’s Really In Your Shopping Cart? Most of us shop on autopilot—especially during the holidays. But what lands in your cart shapes the air you breathe, the products you trust, and the peace you’re trying to build at home. In today’s episode, we slow down long enough to see what’s really coming through your front door and whether it aligns with yo…
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Simple holiday home-management tips for working moms. Learn five rules that reduce stress, lighten the mental load, and keep your home running smoothly all season. When you’re juggling work deadlines, school events, travel, hosting, and the everyday homework–dinner–laundry loop, “holiday magic” starts to look a lot like “holiday mayhem.” Today I’m …
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I looked outside and my most beautiful chicken, Maybell, (she's a Jersey Giant) was strutting around with a bald neck, and some of her fluffy butt feathers were gone. How sad! But, this makes perfect sense, it's molting season. The egg production is down, and the ladies are looking a little ragged, kind of like the Velveteen Rabbit. In this podcast…
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John 15 The Message The Vine and the Branches 15 1-3 “I am the Real Vine and my Father is the Farmer. He cuts off every branch of me that doesn’t bear grapes. And every branch that is grape-bearing he prunes back so it will bear even more. You are already pruned back by the message I have spoken. 4 “Live in me. Make your home in me just as I do in …
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In this episode, we’re talking about what you can still forage in November—even if there’s snow on the ground. I share six easy-to-identify wild foods and herbs like pine needles, rose hips, late-season mushrooms, acorns, crab apples, and black walnuts that can stretch your grocery or medicine budget. Plus, I chat about my failed attempt at extreme…
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What if the products meant to keep your home “clean” are quietly affecting your family’s health? In this episode, Coach Cynthia reveals the truth about hidden toxins, synthetic chemicals, and modern-day exposures shaping women’s health today—from fertility and fatigue to childhood development. Learn how faith, discernment, and simple low-toxic swap…
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Learn how to balance simplicity and complexity for a calmer, more organized life. Zee shares what to simplify, and what deserves your energy, for Beautiful Living. Some things in life should be simple: your home, your schedule, your email inbox. But others are just meant to be complex, like your relationships, your health, and your purpose. In this…
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Christmas is a time for celebration, joy, and the warmth of family traditions. This year, let’s embrace the homemade spirit by creating a charming Christmas atmosphere using natural elements like orange slices and other delightful crafts. This podcast will guide you through crafting unique decorations, festive treats, and heartwarming gifts—all inf…
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In this episode, we’re talking about herbal compliance — the simple truth that herbs only work if you actually take them. After being sick all week and realizing she barely used her herbs, Brittany shares five super practical ways to make herbal remedies easier and more convenient to use when you’re not feeling your best. From pre-filling tincture …
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In this episode, we’re talking about how to restock your pantry intentionally after the Pantry Challenge so you can avoid waste, overspending, and overwhelm. Brittany shares practical tips for creating a core pantry list that actually fits your family’s needs, restocking slowly on a budget, and organizing for function over perfection. It’s all abou…
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When Faith Meets Wellness: Caring for Your Body and Home God’s Way Your faith and your health were never meant to live apart. In this listener-favorite episode, you’ll discover how Scripture offers timeless guidance on caring for your body, your home, and your overall well-being in a way that honors God. 🌿🌿🌿 Dear Mom, You already pour so much love …
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Learn simple, sustainable Thanksgiving decorating ideas using Zee’s CLEAR-5 Framework to create a warm, clutter-free home that feels like gratitude all season long. This Thanksgiving, let’s trade holiday frenzy for a long holiday festival that feels like gratitude, not clutter. In this episode, I'm sharing sustainable Thanksgiving decorating ideas …
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Happy Wednesday, friends! 🙋‍♀️ Have you ever heard the story of the Samaritan woman at the well? Jesus meets her there, right where she is. She was considered an outcast, and Jesus reveals himself to her. Where does Jesus need to meet you at? Are you feeling broken, worried, sad, lonely, not good enough? He will meet us right where we are, just as …
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In this episode, we’re challenging ourselves to free up $500 before Christmas by shopping our pantries instead of the grocery store. We talk about how to take inventory, build meal plans using what we already have, and make it fun with a visual savings tracker. It’s all about using our resources wisely, wasting less, and creating a little extra bre…
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Tired of trying to DIY your way to a toxin-free home? In this episode, Coach Cynthia shares why fun projects can lead to burnout—and how one private coaching session can bring balance, trust, and lasting wellness. Dear Mom, I see the effort you pour into keeping your home safe—the late-night label reading, the homemade cleaners, the endless tabs op…
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Learn how to organize memorabilia with meaning. Discover the 3 purposes of keepsakes so you can keep what matters, let go of the rest, and live more intentionally. Keeping memories matters, but keeping everything doesn’t. In this episode, I'm sharing how to organize your memorabilia with intention so you can honor your past without drowning in it. …
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The Art of Bone Broth: Benefits, Recipe, and Tips Episode Description: In this episode, we dive into the world of bone broth, exploring its nutritional benefits, versatile uses in the kitchen, and how to make it from scratch. Join us as we share a simple recipe and valuable tips to craft the perfect broth at home, elevating your culinary skills and…
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Ever wonder how other homesteaders fit it all in? This week, I’m taking you behind the scenes with an honest, hour-by-hour walkthrough of my real daily schedule — chaos, coffee, and all. In this episode, I’m sharing: 🌿 What my realistic “homestead day” looks like as a stay-at-home mom and city homesteader 🌿 How I use time-blocking (not rigid minute…
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Seven Everyday Products Moms Think Are Safe (But Really Aren’t) Start Living Sustainable with Certified Wellness Coach Cynthia Harvey-Brown. You’ll uncover what’s really hiding behind familiar household labels and why awareness is the first step toward peace of mind. Learn how small, guided shifts can help you create a healthier home without overwh…
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In this episode, we talk about what fall really means for us as homesteaders and why it’s okay if we’re not caught up on every project or learning a new skill right now. We compare fall to the luteal phase of a cycle—a time for reflection, slowing down, and preparing for the restful winter ahead. We also explore how winter mirrors the menstrual pha…
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Save hours every week with Zee’s simple meal prep tips—learn how to shop smarter, keep produce fresher, and make weeknight dinners calm and easy. You don’t need to spend your whole Sunday batch-cooking to have calm weeknights. In this episode, I’ll show you how to simplify your weekly meal prep so you can save hours every week—and a surprising amou…
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You scrub, light the candle, breathe in that “fresh” scent — and still feel wiped out. In this episode, Cynthia breaks down why a spotless home can secretly drain your energy and what tiny swaps can bring real calm back into your space. Hey love, 💚 If your home looks clean but somehow still feels heavy, you’re not imagining it. Those “fresh” scents…
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If you have ADHD, you're feeling scattered, running on caffeine, and wondering how you’ll finish the year strong, this episode’s for you. I'm sharing 10 ADHD-friendly ways to get organized. These are real strategies that work with your brain, not against it, so you can wrap up the year calm, focused, and proud of what you’ve achieved. You'll hear a…
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Show Notes: Episode 79 - Embracing the Deep Litter Method for Your Chicken Coop 🐥🐥🐥 Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the Deep Litter Method – a sustainable bedding system for your chicken coop that keeps your flock warm in winter and simplifies your maintenance tasks. Discover how this innovative approach reduces odors, improves compost…
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If you’re feeling tempted by all the Prime Day and early Black Friday sales but aren’t sure what’s actually worth it for your homestead — this one’s for you. I’m taking a quick break from my homestead organization series to share what I’ve been seeing lately in the world of deals and steals, what’s worth adding to your cart, and what can probably w…
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🌿 Mentioned in this episode: Common root causes of headaches and how to spot them How to think through OTC pain relievers vs. anti-inflammatories Our go-to herbal tea blend for headaches Tincture ideas you can adapt to your own needs https://thehomesteadchallenge.com/the-best-herbal-tea-blend-for-headaches/…
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In biblical times, Jesus performed miracles. GUESS WHAT?? He still does! 🕊️🕊️🕊️ I am living proof. In this podcast, I share my testimony, how I had faith the size of a mustard seed, and how HE restored my lip after a dog bite. Scripture that I used to keep my eyes on Jesus ✝️ Jeremiah 17:14-18 The Message 14-18 God, pick up the pieces. Put me back …
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Heart attacks aren’t just an older generation’s issue anymore. A new Mayo Clinic study shows that 1 in 10 heart attacks in women under 40 are linked to stress, anemia, overexercising, and postpartum recovery — not clogged arteries. In this episode, Coach Cynthia explains these hidden risks and how moms can protect their heart health, reclaim energy…
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Are you constantly apologizing for the state of your home? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share why that habit doesn’t serve you — and how to shift your identity to become a Choosy Organizer instead. You’ll learn the 5 Principles of Beautiful Living that help you create a clutter-free home you love, feel more confident, and live with less str…
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Who's ready for fall? 🍂🍂🍂 Cozy season is here! Fuzzy socks, football, and canning! In today's episode, I share how we are getting our suburban Homestead ready for the fall and winter. Topics Covered: ✅ Using a deep freeze and stocking up on your meat supply ✅ Keeping your pantry stocked with staple items ✅Canning and preserving fresh in season frui…
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