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Tag: Planning

June 21, 2022June 15, 2022 hsotr The Lifestyle

Stumbling Blocks or Stepping Stones: Putting Obstacles to Work

This simple exercise is powerful because it encourages us to learn and grow, instead of becoming frustrated or beating ourselves up over setbacks.

Gardening Calendar
May 6, 2022May 2, 2022 hsotr The Garden

Gardening Calendar

New to gardening? A common issue is deciding what to do when. Kansas Healthy Yards and Communities from K-State Research and Extension offers some advice.

Pros and Cons of Selling Farm Products to Restaurants
March 22, 2022May 3, 2022 hsotr The Business

Pros and Cons of Selling Farm Products to Restaurants

Selling farm products to restaurants can be tough. But if the issues are dealt with, farmers find that the steady demand can turn their operations into profitable ventures.

March 18, 2022March 14, 2022 hsotr The Lifestyle

One Option

There is certainly a time and place for backup plans. But not when it comes to big life goals!

10 Resources for a Successful Country Living Mindset
March 8, 2022March 7, 2022 hsotr The Lifestyle

10 Resources for a Successful Country Living Mindset

Success starts in the mind. It cannot be manufactured through procedures. First we must know where we want to go. Then we must seek effective ways to get there.

50 Garden Journal Prompts
January 21, 2022January 8, 2022 hsotr The Garden

50 Garden Journal Prompts

What to write in your garden journal? Here are 50 ideas to jog your creativity, including something for every season.

January 7, 2022January 5, 2022 hsotr The Lifestyle

The 5×5 Method of Motivation

Chances are, you are way farther ahead than you think. The next time you feel discouraged at your progress, use the simple 5x5 method to motivate yourself.

November 30, 2021March 10, 2022 hsotr The Lifestyle

The Paradox of Timing

If you have time, don't wait for time. Timing is everything. Which philosophy is right? Or is there truth in both?

Pros and Cons of a U-Pick Business
October 5, 2021April 27, 2022 hsotr The Business

Pros and Cons of a U-Pick Business

If you are an agripreneurial type with highway frontage and a family willing to welcome the public out to the farm, you may find that a U-pick operation is just what you are looking for.

Why SMART Goals Are Stupid (and What to Use Instead)
September 3, 2021September 4, 2021 hsotr The Lifestyle

Why SMART Goals Are Stupid (and What to Use Instead)

SMART goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. Sounds pretty safe, doesn't it? And that's exactly why SMART goals aren't so smart.

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