S14 E14: How to Live Off-Grid in a Tiny Cabin

S14 E14: How to Live Off-Grid in a Tiny Cabin

Author: Jill Winger April 8, 2024 Duration: 44:32

Note: Due to privacy reasons, Reesa has deleted her website.

Even though I live ON-grid with electricity and running water, sometimes I day-dream about what it'd be like to live completely off-grid in a tiny cabin. And today's guest does exactly that! 

This conversation with Reesa of Morning Star Mama is packed-full of creative strategies and tactics for DIY-ing a small home and living off-grid. I love Reesa's out-of-the-box approach and I know you will too!

Podcast Episode Highlights

  • What inspired Reesa in her off-grid lifestyle
  • How she started her off-grid life
  • Details on lighting, electric, sheet rock, heating, etc.
  • Off-grid water details
  • Talking about composting toilets
  • Why off-grid doesn't need to mean inconvenient 
  • Looking at refrigeration for food
  • Details on cooking
  • Hardest part of being off-grid
  • Raising kids on an off-grid homestead
  • Advice for someone wanting to go off-grid

Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned


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Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

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There’s a quiet but persistent pull many of us are feeling-a sense that our modern comforts have come at a cost, leaving us disconnected from the rhythms that used to define a fulfilling life. Old Fashioned On Purpose, hosted by Jill Winger, meets that longing head-on. This isn't a lecture series; it's a collection of conversations and practical guidance for anyone who suspects there’s more to be gained from getting their hands in the soil, cooking from scratch, or simply slowing down. Jill explores the skills and mindsets that help us reclaim a sense of capability and vitality, drawing from her own experiences on the homestead. Each episode feels like a thoughtful chat with a knowledgeable friend, covering everything from gardening and traditional food preparation to cultivating a home that feels genuinely nourishing. You’ll hear tangible advice for integrating old-fashioned wisdom into a contemporary routine, making self-reliance feel accessible rather than archaic. Tune into this podcast for a grounded perspective on building a life that’s intentionally connected to nature, heritage, and your own two hands. It’s an invitation to remember what we’ve always known, and to apply those truths right where you are.
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