2024 was nothing like I expected—but somehow, it turned out even better than I could have hoped. It was a rollercoaster of a year, filled with some of the hardest lessons I’ve faced so far. While it wasn’t always easy, looking back, I wouldn’t change a thing. In this episode, I’m sharing the challenges, struggles, and valuable lessons I’ve learned along the way. Tune in to hear the journey!Podcast Episode HighlightsMy predictions of 2024 failed...The book that influenced me this yearOur business plans this year The hard lesson on 'Surrender'The inspiring quote I leaned into this yearThe hard lesson on responsibility and risksThe hard lesson on seasons...The hard lesson on pressureLearning that the people you need come at just the right timeFinal thoughtsResources Mentioned in This Podcast Episode:Learn more about the Old-Fashioned on Purpose Planner here: www.prairieplanner.com The podcast episode I did with Kate Kavanaugh on her podcast Mind, Body, and Soil: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-complexity-of-simplicity-with-jill-winger/id1615122217?i=1000670634958OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD: Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!