How to build sub-urban self reliance
Can true self-reliance really start on a small apartment balcony—and why does the modern "all-or-nothing" homesteading myth leave so many people overwhelmed? In this episode, Lindsey Chastain , founder and editor of Waddle & Cluck , reveals how ordinary households can build practical self-sufficiency without buying acres of land or sacrificing their sanity. From managing heavy corporate workloads to finding peace in backyard gardens, Lindsey shares the emotional grit, heartbreak, and daily systems that build genuine autonomy. In this episode, you'll discover: 🌱🍄 The Acreage Myth: Why you don't need a farm to grow food and take control of your supply chain. 🌱🍄 The 1-Container Rule: How starting with a single patio plant creates a sustainable habit of self-reliance. 🌱🍄 Heartbreak & Resilience: What losing an entire flock taught Lindsey about nature, grounding, and slowing down. 🌱🍄 Aisle-Seven Wisdom: The surprising power of asking simple questi...