The Schoolhouse Life

Dr. Alexsandra Vujnovic shares how her practice as a chiropractor helps folks regain a state of thriving balance. Her wisdom on how we can all achieve better health in simpler and less invasive ways are encouraging and offer folks a glimpse into the world of holistic medicine + chiropractic that might just be the ticket in stepping out of simple survival and into growth--because it's true! Fundame...

There is pollen all over now in the southeast and people are having to play the same game as last year. "pollen or pandemic?" in the grocery store. Trust me as an allergy sufferer sneezing is pretty awkward nowadays. Take a listen as we give you the low down on how to naturally beat back those allergies.

This call with Nathalie gets a little hard--but in all the best ways.  Her lifestyle of self-sufficient living off the land is inspiring! But, even if you still need to make grocery trips, it's important to consider HOW you get your food--do you even deserve to eat meat? It's time to eat good, but not just for yourself. Sign up for The Homestead Open House Here Connect with Nathalie https://w...

It's springtime on the homestead and everything is going so fast. We are finishing up fences, greenhouses, shearing sheep, putting plants in the ground, feeding compost to trees, and the list goes on. Join us as we chat about what we have going on. Hopefully, it spurs a few ideas for you.

In the fall I gifted myself a beautiful Harvesting + Wildcrafting poster that I simply adored, and it's better in real life than it was on Instagram! As a result, I reached out to the artist and asked her to share more about her work with us. Chelsea Granger is passionate about making plants a part of life for everyone, and this poster is just the tip of her iceberg. Her work includes an incredibl...

It's seed starting time for almost everyone in the US now. Full disclosure we've had some seeds going for a couple of months now. We are kind of seed-starting junkies.  The questions have been coming in on what to do for certain situations. So we compiled a list of the most asked questions so hopefully, we can help you skip them. Get your seed trays and shop at Bootstrap Farmer for all your g...

Michelle of Wild Ones Homestead is doing amazing things on her small homestead in Wisconsin! Having only been there for 5 years, they're in the midst of setting up a super self-sufficient dream homestead, and our conversation is such an inspiration for those of us striving to grow our own and stay curious about the land around us.  Have a listen + don't forget to subscribe, review and stay in...

As a homeschool mom, successful blogger + Instagram guru, Lisa Burns of This Pilgrim Life is a wealth of inspiration and encouragement. Her endless resources for meal-planning to kid-friendly projects are something I come back to again and again, and in this podcast, she shares about her NEWEST adventure--Supper Shenanigans!! It's a hilarious way to get dinner ideas the whole family will LOVE. Con...

In this chat with Jess Gronas of the Jess Gronas show, we hear her vulnerable story of body image struggles, experience with bodybuilding, counting calories, and finding a place of healthfulness that is so much more than just how we look or feel physically, but how we feel mentally as well.  So many of us struggle with our own self-opinions, have a listen and reconnect with your 10-year-old s...

Essentially homeschooled as a child, Betsy has beautiful inspiration to share in our talk and she's well-known to MANY homeschoolers for her insightful, relatable and hilarious meme's relating to the plight of the homeschool life. If you liked this episode leave us a review!!  Not sure where to start with homeschooling? Try the The Homeschool Open House  https://www.theschoolhouselife.co...

Kallie has been homeschooling her 6 kids for over 18 years, and her experience is a testament to how the journey doesn't ever look perfect. Even with a degree in early education, having been raised by 2 public school teachers AND being married to one, her ideas on how to open a child's mind have very little to do with testing + end of grade--or with rigid schedules and checked boxes.  After a...

Bio integration is a term Shawn coined for homestead systems that serve a lot of different functions. For instance, a chicken tractor will give you eggs, fertilize your grass, help turn the compost. maybe even more. In the world of permaculture, we try to make sure everything on the homestead does at least two things. Shawn is taking it to the next level with 7.  Do you think about your syste...

Ever had a bad thing make something good? Ever been told a gratitude journal will help improve your mind?  Well, we're excited to introduce you to the Wow Journal, the invention of an intuitive 8-year-old who knew that in spite of Covid, the world is FULL of miracles and things of wonder, and taking the time to notice them makes ALL the difference.  Have a listen to this short interview...

We know the importance of a good reboot--lethargy, indigestion, sleeplessness, hormone fluctuation, anxiety... When we do a reboot of our body, we feel relief from the weight of the toxins that are trapped in our bodies.  Learn a bit about why cleansing is an invaluable tool for being healthy, and how to do one! Ready to start your cleanse, click this link to get started https://doterra.me/bP...

Carolyn Anne of Wonder and Wilder has created a calendar I LOVE! Each month focuses on one foraged plant that can be used for our benefit in a variety of ways.  Listen to her share what inspired this product, her plans for simple guides in the future, and how you can benefit from following her along in her journey!  Connect with Carolyn:  https://www.instagram.com/wonderandwilder/ h...

Review + what's coming?!  We spent a little time focusing on what we were actually able to pull off in 2020. It wasn't the year we expected, and almost every plan was flipped on its head, BUT, we have a lot to show for ourselves in spite of it, and I bet you do too!  AND, we're inspired more than ever to bring the empowerment of self-sufficient living to anyone who's looking for it, so w...

Do you still believe in nature's medicine?  While we tend to be saying 'science' is what to trust right now, let's not ignore that the science of the natural world has been in practice for thousands of years!  In this episode, we get a little honest about how we think humanity is failing to keep its belief in nature and all it has to offer us, when we put our faith in other people we can...

Have you wanted to live your most healthful life, but don't know the first thing about nutrition? Curious why a former executive might be called to farming? Jennifer Maynard and I had the most inspiring conversation about why farming and connecting with farmers is crucial for our health--she also shared some really great tips for farmers who need to be reinspired by their own property. Check out t...

Join me (Drew) as I sit down and interview lacey on her book. We talk about the meaning behind the title "I Belong Here" and why it's such a great book for all the people trying to make more out of their lives. Get your FREE first chapter of the book and take the C4 Quiz here: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/laceygrim  Order the book using the coupon code  THESCHOOLHOUSELIFE   ht...

Lacey and I sat down and went over what Hanukkah means to us. How to even say that word. We cover all the essentials of the holiday and how to give it a go this year and maybe add a little bit of it to your holiday traditions. We all could use a little more light in the darkness this winter. Download our FREE printable 8 Nights of Hanukkah  Link to our blog and all things Hanukkah: https://ww...

Join us as we share a quick intro into composting and explore all the ends and outs of composting. Humanure, Black Soldier Flies, Compost Bins, and More. Check out the full webinar available on our website, the link is below in the comments. https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/compost All of the important links regarding some of the products we use and love for composting are listed below   Th...

Ali Greer + Eric Tommassini own and operate Avenue 33 Farm in the city of Las Angeles. For so many reasons, that seems like an odd undertaking, but their oasis is showing how much you can do with a little intention, purpose, and inspiration.  You don't have to be on the most ideal piece of land to start growing and becoming more self-sufficient and improving the ecosystem of your own neighbor...

Family time can be drudgery without the right perspective! And, particularly if we’re not finding our own purpose. How do we manage our families, our passions and our lives? Have a listen to Celeste Orr as she shares her tips for redefining togetherness, making the most of our time together, AND finding a way to do our life’s work with our family by our side. Connect with Celeste on Instagram http...

What homestead practices will help you be your most self-sufficient? Lacey and Drew created a top 10 list, can you guess what they are? Have a listen and let us know, is anything missing? Or in the wrong order? Join our group for more self-sufficiency and homesteading tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/theschoolhouselife

When we know better, we can do better.  We've noticed a lack of understanding when it comes to immune system health and how to support it, so we jumped on to share some of our favorite tips, tools and products to maximize the power of our own immunity. Have a listen and see if there's anything simple and easy you can do to improve your health, prevent illness and help your body do its best to...