No victim here but you are talking about me. Kinda stuck here. My house is a mess. Laundry piled up and I just don't seem to care anymore. This world has exhausted me. Yep paralyzed. Thanks for the motivation. I'll rise again as I have done for 60+ years. Love you girl. You do my heart good.
I've completely changed. Because I cannot handle the zombies that people have turned into, I have in turn isolated myself. Thankfully I have plenty of hobbies: bagpiping, tap dancing, gardening, hiking with my dogs, photography, art and prepping. I have adopted 100% slow living and a simple life. I am forever changed by what happened. And I know its just the beginning of the crazy.
What we are seeing is a walk in the park compared to the depression. I remember my grandma wouldn't waste anything. She had a huge ball of aluminum foil, bacon fat in a coffee can, I'm sure many of the over 50s have the same memories of their grandmas. Even after she had a comfortable standard of living she was never ever able to get over the need to save for a rainy day and it was never about money it was always about food & clothing.
I am alone, even though I have an adult daughter. All my friends passed away. I have never seen anything like this happening in my 65 yrs. We all will be going thru it. I pray we make it out safely to the other side. Pray
"be strong and of good courage" "fight the good fight" "let not your heart be troubled neither let it be afraid" and many more the Lords words say.........never ever give up, we are being tested..we must lift one another up Gods word says, love one another, know who your adversary is and rebuke him when he comes at you with doubt and unbelief.....Christ is stronger, lean onto Christ and He will lift you up.....hugs all stay strong. "put on the full armor of Christ"
PREACH IT LADY!!! I'm a 12 year suicide survivor...if not for my weekly therapy and taking my medicine religiously, I don't know where I'd be right now. I've been disowned by family and friends for not voting a certain way...I've been told to stop canning..."it's not like you can't get to the store"...my stockpile gets eaten and replaced regularly...but I have the Freedom of bypassing the meat counter most weeks. I also have my garden in and treasure my therapy time in the dirt. It keeps me from my paralytic state. Even this past winter I had my herbs, onions and flowers in the house. Creator's blessings on you honey. Thank God for your knowledge and your willingness to share it.💖🙏🇺🇸
I love that you are real. Wish I found you much sooner. Sadness over whelps me tonight. I know it’s not long till the lord comes back but patara tonight I’m hurting. My son died when he was four from brain cancer. It’s been 14 years ago I try so hard to stay positive but tonight I am dying inside. Today has been so hard. Please pray for strength to come again. My dad that I’m not close to for reasons o won’t share is 91 and in terrible health. I saw him today for first time in long time today it was rough. Please pray for me tonight.
My Grandmother and Great Grandmother were through the depression. They tough me about it. We have stored foods all my 63 years of life. Most so called friends have come and gone. My husband died and my Mother now lives with me. I listen to the scanner and hear 13 year olds found dead or older. I pray for the family and the firemen, EMT's and police that have to go to the sight. We need to pull the Lord God close and know his word.
What is it about you? Everytime I watch a video of yours I feel like I've had an honest visit from an old friend. I admit, I have been stuck. Late 2019 I was diagnosed with a terminal illness, then 2020 came along. I've been having bad days BUT...on my good days, I'm preparing (canning, stocking, etc.). I was not physically able to plant a garden this year 😒 but went to a u-pick place yesterday. Today I have been canning squash, zucchini and pickles. While the tomatoes finish ripening. I'm not going to quit until the last breath is gone from my body. Blessings to you and yours
Thank you for this. I have become paralysed and I know it. Everything I see coming that the people around me refuse to acknowledge has been traumatic. It’s time to giddy up.
This TRULY speaks to me. I was just talking to a friend today about feeling paralyzed over the past 15 months. I lost my job, my mother (no will, no insurance), and...to a large degree...my mind. I didn't do the best job of dealing with it, but I kept at least trying to move forward to the best of my ability. I'm finally in the home stretch and am working on establishing my own homestead down south. Pray for me (my friend calls me a Yankee...he's not wrong). Thank you for posting this inspiring message today. Love you, honey.
Parera, just last night I got a picture of my three-year-old granddaughter hiding in the corner of the couch crying because my son her daddy had a meltdown because she spilled some blueberries. You hit the nail on the head. My son is a good boy a great man a great father but he is under so much stress working three jobs building a new home trying to keep everybody happy his mental health is in the toilet. I needed your message today. You are inspired. You are appreciated more than you’ll ever know. I’m doing my best to keep it together as I go in todayFor a biopsy and I thought I had been cancer free for a year and oh how I pray that I still am. thank you, love you.❤️
The only thing that gets me out of my paralysis is Gardening! The Housework gets done in-between the Gardening. Housework will always be there; Gardens need to be tended or they will go amuck! Thanks Patera!
Excellent talk! Unfortunately my whole family is all gone, i've been alone for 20 years, I'm 52. I'm kinda glad my family didn't have to watch what our country has devolved into, after spending a lifetime serving it. I had to give up my only only 2 friends in real life, for 2 different reasons, both valid. Just me and the cat, standing on the cliff now, watching the mile high tsunami roll in from a distance. At least we have each other, for how long I'm unsure. Hmmmm that tsunami is bigger than I thought....doesn't matter, I know where we're going. Looking forward to seeing them again.
As long as I'm planting and gathering food I am SO happy!!! I live in north central Wisconsin, I'm 70 and I dig my garden one pitchfork at a time. I plant one day at a time!! God Bless. I read Jesus Calling every morning. I need to stay Connected to the Power!!
I've learned that some I thought were true friends turned out not to be. I've gained a couple of the truest friends I've ever had. I've learned to truly lean on my Lord, and to trust Him with everything. Thank you, Patara, fir being so honest. You're a breath of fresh air and I love your channel ❤ God bless you and your family
Was paralyzed, not anymore. Got outside started gardening again, bred a few rabbits and thinking about getting a few peeps. Back to Nature. Working on inside too. I do feel better.
Well said Patera. I agree it is going to get worse. People need to get their head into reality. We are on the precipice so keep busy preparing for what is coming at us like a freight train. I spend 4-5 hours a day in my garden. I know that this harvest is going to be the most important one in my 57 years. Only one awake in my family. Been able to drag them into preparing. No fear GOD WINS 🤜🤛🙏💞🇨🇦
Twenty-three years of military life, homeschooling, moving-state-to-state, raising children on my own while hubby was across the pond, not having many friends to lean on, and family members in another state (but was fine because I didn’t wanted to add their toxicity, and the stress of their drive-thru lifestyle into my life). The military life, in my case, helped me to stay focused, stay busy, learn new skills, set goals, learned to take care of myself and family nutritionally, be patience, and be flexible. Hubby retired in 2019, we visited our family members and said good-bye to them because I knew things were going to get really interesting after that year and we were going to turn our focus into our timed goals. Psalm 112:7 was the verse that I learned to lean on since 2003. I thank God for putting us through hard core lessons so we could learn to have peace in the midst of chaos.
When all these changes took place in the past year...I found myself glued to the News, and researching, All the Time! One day I heard a voice that said, I'm right here, Trust Me...You're gonna be fine...Get up and move. I don't have a garden, and am not physically able to care for one, but...I sure hit the grocery stores, farmer's market, and I have done some preparing. You are right...I have seen changes. My circle is smaller than it use to be. I do take the time to check on my neighbors, they've both been sick...it's the Mama in me, and Jesus said, to Love one Another. That's my way of loving them. I heard someone say, If you can't feed 100...feed 1...that's what I'm living by. I cook, clean, and do lots of laundry...I actually enjoy it. I'm Thankful to have food, and a roof over my head. Thankful for my husband, children, and grands. I keep a prayer on my lips, and I know God listens. Thank you Patera for taking me to the garden today. I really enjoy your talks. God Bless. Love the dolls!
I love it when you have something to say, lol. I'm a criminal profiler with an MS in forensic psychology and I have to say this video is so well done and you make such honest, realistic, accurate points that need to be heard. Mental health is becoming and actually has been an issue and is going to become more of one. Thank you for your words and for getting those points out there.
By no means I do not intend for this to sound bragadocious but I have thrived through this. It lit a fire under my Luke warm rear end. I bought my first home and moved from Sevier county to the Tri Cities. It has gotten me closer to family. I have land to have a good garden and chickens now. I am prepped up, which I have been a prepper for several years I just ratcheted up. My Mom has been down right defiant to all their reset initiatives and I play off her to become strong at fighting the good fight. My sister(nurse for 35 years) has moved back home closing a two day drive down to an hour. We are circling the wagons! We are in this for the long haul! Praise Yaweh
Oh yeah, my brother somewhat shocked me. Not covid scared, but very much "propagandized" to a certain degree. My coworker turned into a total meltdown, frantic, nutty person. I knew it was there under the surface, but it became full blown during covid. I know people who havent left their homes in over a year! My life barely changed outside of mandatory mask wearing at work, EXCEPT, I'm now more prepared than I've ever been. Food pantry, gardening, edc, bugging in supplies, etc. This year has had so many blessings. God has been giving us clear signals to get prepared, spiritually and physically. Staying in His word has calmed me and given me great hope in what's to come. Love your channel. Love the truth you speak
Your words remind me of my mother's. she would always say "get up and get busy" As hard as it is sometimes to do I think of mom and her words and I get up, get busy and things get better. Mom lived to be 100 and was always busy doing something.
AMEN Sister! Truth! Protecting my mental health everyday in “California’s crazy”! My inner circle shrunk, pantry expanded, and granny’s canner and recipes been well used! Speak it!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
You are so right! My mom, 88 years old, told me I am not a family member any more as I believe in God, have a conservative belief. Sad, as she was my best friend. My brother also believes the same way she does. Sad, but my husband and I are happy on our little homestead and life. Staying busy, learning new things, trying new things..or canning, dehydrating etc have definitely helped. Plus we have some excellent friends and great community. We all are planning, stocking together to help each other out when needed.
I slipped on the stairs and broke my ankle. I have been nonambulatory for 8 weeks after surgery. Just when we were able to et out and about. I had flashbacks of my grandmother doing the smae thing and she lost her independence from then on. I don't want this to happen to me. I was in a dark place for a while. Thankful I canned a ton last year so I do not need to do quite as much.
I think at least 90% of us are dealing with this very thing. I know I am. True confession: I have suffered from agoraphobia for many years. I determined I was going to get better without prescribed drugs. And I did! I started getting out and going into town, and DOING. Then the lock-downs took my victory away. The only thing that kept me going was my garden. Sun up to sundown even through the cold of winter. Over the year I re-imagined my garden space, grew most everything from seed; flowers too. It got me up and gave me a reason to move forward. It is time to refocus some of my energies to housekeeping and I am reminded of an old saying: How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. I can do this. Thanks for your wise words.
I’m always busy! Made us some corn muffins by 7 am, out in garden pulling tomato worms off my tomatoes, planted a few pumpkins and flower seeds, did laundry etc. but still thinking about our future is a scary topic. Hoping and praying to see a change in the right direction every day and when we don’t, it can be paralyzing like you said! But I will not quit!
Hello from Texas. In the last four years we have been through not one but two floods where we lost everything. We get asked "how do you keep going" and the answer is because we have to. But we have learned how strong we are and we will handle whatever comes. The bible mentions fear over 200 times because HE knows we are fearful creatures. My homestead gives me great hope. Probably because I'm doing something. Take care of yourself and each other. Hugs from Texas.
You are so right, my family at this point won't talk to me, they think everything's just great, and can't see what's really going on in this world...scary times ahead and they can't see it. Thank you for your truth! Be safe and God bless.
60+ here too. I work part time, then come home and take care of turkeys and chickens and goats. Then garden, dishes, laundry. I am exhausted too. I feel like Patara and she always seems to be able to say with understanding what we are feeling and can't quite put my finger on it. You know something is not feeling right. Thanks girl friend. Always making me see what I should be looking at.
Brings to mind the saying "Health and love mean more than money." And yes mental health is a issue in my household. Including me. Sometimes its like we r strangers and sometimes we are not. Excellent broadcast. Thank you.
Turning off the news on Nov. 2nd, the day before the "election", was the best decision I ever made. No tv at all except when hubby comes home on the weekends. Even then, it's not news.
I have a cousin who is so worried about her looks that she is spending money on Botox , she will not come to me for food. And she called me nuts because I am doing what I know I have to do.
The pandemic didn't effect me mentally.........I stayed busy and worked 2 jobs and the homestead........but a month ago i found out the man i been with 7 years and have a 5 year old with cheated on me and had a baby with a woman that is nearly a year old now and he is still messing with the woman....i took my child and left him...i had my family and my childs father ripped away and any chance i will ever have of happiness and a real family taken away, by a trashy side b*tch..... Since that happened I have no energy, started drinking again (after many years sober), been letting a lot of chores go..... i'm definitely paralyzed right now :( I know deep down I have to just get my big girl panties on and keep pushing forward but I just can't seem to get over the hump. This hits home for me....and since watching this it inspired me some. thank you.
This has blessed me so much! In the last 6 months I went through a break up, friends moving away, my job was demanding so much of my energy, witnessing this country falling before my eyes, and what drained me the most was witnessing no one doing anything to prepare! I was literally watching people go about their lives as if nothing is happening right now. So until this video, I didn’t realize that I was in a state of paralysis and I just felt numb, absent, and defeated. So now, I am getting rid of my distractions, getting outside (my happy place), and trying to preserve my peace as I prepare for hard times. I felt so much better after watching this and I’m making active steps to improve my overall health.
Mental health is so important. Lost many friends over the past 2 years. Love your real talks. Sometimes we need to take care of ourselves & let go of people & pray for them. Bless you sister
Amen girl! This girl is a care taker for my parents and my older sister lives with them. And she does nothing for them! Boy oh boy this girl is tired but my parents are my primary concern.
Wow, this is the first time I've seen this channel. I am teaching myself how to garden, my father couldn't get off the farm fast enough and my mom didn't even know how to cook much less plant so it's been an uphill battle for years. I've never seen thinning crops explained and shown so well. Or maybe I just wasn't ready to understand it until now! Either way, you have helped me out! Thanks for the mental fortitude pep talk as well! We all need it.
Thank you. Paralyzed. That’s what I have been. We had a family tragedy, right before covid. Its been hard. I’ve been doing not much more than the bare minimum. Im gonna do better.
I totally understand the "paralyzed state" because I worry about my kids and grandkids. My siblings have been listening to me and they are starting to prepare as well. Still working at home which I'm thankful for. That's how I discovered you Patera. Listening to your videos while I'm working. Since then I'm stocked up, went out bought a pressure cooker, water bath, small jars and big jars. Canned my first Strawberry Jam and I love it, makes me feel like I'm doing something. Live in a small suburb in Ohio and I have a tiny garden, I call it my Urban Garden. Have lots of vegys growing, I even use garden bags. LOL I bought an Elderberry Bush last fall too. I listen to KneadyHomesteader , too God Bless her and family. Thank you for your encouragement, wisdom, and advice. You Rock !!!!
Right on!!! We don't watch TV and we are working so hard on our homestead! ! My big garden has suffered with all the rain but, I am not giving up!! We will see some very hard times in the near future!! God first.......
This event is very much like a dysfunctional family, with the passing of elders/ parents, many adult children react to the mental/emotional issues left unresolved & mayhem ensues.....the loss of percieved "authority" figures, to the unprepared & weak & those that seek protection & security, from outside themselves, are presently in a serious crisis mode.
That was a lot of truth spoken in a short period time! We are in Colorado and we’re seeing actions taken against citizens that are a bit astounding. My husband was sweet enough to build a large garden and is building a greenhouse. I’ve been a landscaper for much of my life but I never grew food. I cannot begin to tell you how rewarding , and peaceful this is. I certainly enjoy all your words of wisdom
The Almighty is shaking the world. He wants our attention on Him. He wants to be Number One on a list of One. Time is short! Stay in the Word and stay snugly yoked to Him! He is our Strength and Song. He is our only Hope! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻☺️
Damn good video!! Reminds me of Proverbs 16:27 idle hands are the devils workshop, and how keeping busy keeps us out of trouble, builds our mental health and shows us strengths we never knew we had. Living in the California Sierra and very very careful with water use, we do French Intensive mode, because planting close together helps with weed control and uses less water. Bear in mind we are in a drought state. Mental health. We have a great herd (smiling) of family and friends who like a herd care for one another. During 2020 none of us have had the problems many Americans have had, because we are a herd, with old fashioned values, the wisdom to live below our means, strive to be debt free etc. And the ability to live with major challenges. Like having a child with type one diabetes since he was a baby, and being my husbands 24/7 caregiver to my late husband after he was left disabled by a drunk driver. Most of us have thrived on the wisdom our elders shared about how they did fine during the Great Depression, WW2. None of us have a tv which helps a LOT. As does limiting social media which can suck your brains cells faster than a tick sucking blood.
I'm glad you brought this up...we just had a young man in our family shoot 3 people for no reason and he was shot 9 times by the police and was given a full scholarship to play football and is now paralyzed from the sternum down. We just can't make any sense of this tragedy. Thank you.
I watched my own mother become more and more hateful ,and eventually crossover into groups I count myself as part of, finally just stopped calling her. I could not handle the constant stress, I just don't have the spoons to keep repeating the same things over and over and have it seem to have the opposite of the desired effect. At the same time via the same type of open discussion my SO's mother has become more open to groups she wasn't terribly comfortable with, the last few years has brought underlying issues out into the open. We are now working on the bones of our homestead, its slow but steady.
I wish the world could have the foresight and thought process that you have. So many people overlook changes and don't even realize what is happening right before their eyes. It is so amazing how restrained you can stay with your beliefs, but still guide and educate others. You remind me so much of my aunt who all but raised me. She's no longer with us, but I have held steadfast to her beliefs and work ethics. When I found your channel, it was like her telling me to listen again. This way through you. Thank you so much Patara. Bless you and your family. Stay safe and keep pushing forward.
My husband bought a sawmill so between that and the garden and the goats and chickens building a barn we stay busy and working full time jobs our friends and family members thinks we are crazy but they all turn to us for help you are so right on with what you say when I watch your video I feel like we came from the same pepole I have Cherokee heritage from NC and Tennessee I have tried to track down more information about them hope to see you at the trail of tears walk I am so looking forward to it
I see you as an intutive. I know your right and the things without words that you say loudly. I hear you. I look forward to the time when we will have true peace and security.
I'm going through this with my 25 year old son who moved back home, so we could help each other through Covid. He is now volatile, has a lot of rage, is easily offended, has to be explained things twice or three times, sleeps a lot,. He is depressed and may be bipolar, but he has actually been quite verbally abusive to me and very loud and the neighbors have called the police. His father is a criminal of course, he gets out of prison in 2024 and it's bothering my son. So many people have taken a dump on others, long before Covid. So, I'm getting him into counseling and having him move out as soon as possible. But the kids these days are really entitled snowflakes, Liberal, Millennials if ya'll know what I mean, seems like a lot of them gave up a while ago, very sad, very hard to deal with. It's almost like they have some kind of sickness, my other two kids from a different marriage are like this too, so is my son's father, my first ex husband, my sister, my nephew, it's almost everyone I know. I think it's more than just depression, I think it's a combo of things, one of those being mind control. There is no respect for elders, grandmothers, grandfathers, it's like they are empty shells that a lot of darkness works though, kind of scary.
This hit home. In the last few years this has happen in my family with some brothers and sister. A drastic change. I don't agree with them a lot of times but I still support them when they need me too, but I've distances myself now. It's so emotionally draining. The people who are doing nothing is alarming. Being Mentally strong, money wise smart, being prepared is so crucial now. It's all hand on deck in this house.
Preach on sister. I hear you and you are telling the truth. People are full of hate, anger and quick to fight. We need the old ways of love one another. I feel god put us here to help each other to learn to love and care. People don't do that anymore. They steal and kill and anything they want. I work in my garden and keep my self busy taking care of my family and anyone who needs help. God bless you and thank you for your video's love them. You are a blessing to us all
I work in health care. People in pain (physical, mental, or spiritual) tend to lash out. I come home and work on my garden in order to reconnect with God. I've been occasionally doing videos trying to encourage people to have grace with themselves and with others. Life is hard. We have to work together to make it through.
Thank You for all your videos. I grew up gardening but never appreciated the skills I already had till the last two years. Even watching your videos I have gotten more relaxed about some of my gardening practices and have more fun with it. I am able to bring this relaxed gardening approach to my kids as well which I hope they remember it one day. I also want to speak on keeping busy and knowing your passions. I currently work in an office setting and everyday at lunch I drive to my garden and put in a little bit of work each day. Now I say that knowing I am super lucky I live in a small town and the garden is 2 minutes away so I know that not everyone has that luxury and can't work on their lunch. However I love being able to get my hands in the dirt and check on everything everyday. Since I would rather be outside all the time in my garden but need an income this gives me the break I need away from the computer and the daily grind of a paycheck. I hope everyone finds what makes them happy and can do it a little everyday.
Thank you for your message. We do take heed. I went to town the other day, after cleaning out my coops. Didn't even realize that I had straw in my hair! A lady said, " you have sticks in your hair". I said, as long as it's not poop, I'm good to go! We both laughed! I was at the Co-op, so it was okay! GOD bless
Yes Miss Patara, I have noticed folks who are not doing well emotionally.....There are 2 for whom I prayed mightily many times in their behalf, I wore myself out trying to be their burden bearer etc etc. One day as I was waiting after Prayer, I heard the Internal Voice ask, " did you raise them, do you have any say in their family life, are you responsible for the actions they have taken"??? in all those things the obvious answer was no....The Voice said," then you can't fix them. Do not try to take responsibility for what are their life decisions.... there are means for them to get help, but first they must seek me for help. if you have opportunity gently suggest they ask me and let these things be between them and me." I still LOVE them But I am not their Daddy, nor their God, nor mental health worker. Your point is well taken.... Rick
I agree. Stay busy doing the things that you actually have control over and leave the rest to the Lord. The enemy uses the people closest to you. I didn't write it, it is written. FEAR NOT! You can't have faith and fear at the same time. Pray for God's Plan to come to pass. ;D
Therapy in a Nutshell (youtube channel) has been a blessing to help cope with stress, loss, anxiety, insomnia, etc that were a result of these difficult times.
You're an amazing person! I have expanded my garden, and my adult kids have gardens, as well. It is what we talk about on social media. All hands on deck! Working at home is a coping skill. God Bless!
You hit the nail on the head , and we need to help those who can't or won't accept what is coming. The thing that we never expected will be coming out with or without the media. I want to thank you for bring up this topic. We are enter a time that I never expected to see in my lifetime of 65 years, but I am ready as I will ever be. My Grandmother prepared me for this time and so did my Dad. God Bless us all.
Having grown up in an extremely dysfunctional family, I learned at an early age to be strong, think my own thoughts and live my life according to my own decisions. Yes, now I feel depressed at times due to rapidly increasing loss of my beloved country. I haven’t lost friends due to political beliefs-I lost a good friend due to a bioengineered virus. I haven’t lost any family due to political beliefs-I lost the majority of my family due to greed over my mother’s estate. My garden is my place of salvation, my place of peace. Due to my serious health problems, I can’t work outside for more than 4-5 hrs/ day. I also can only work very part time as a RN. No paralysis for me. I learned not to panic & freeze a long time ago.
Amen. However I’m taking things a little slower right now. 2020 was more than I thought I could take physically, mentally, spiritually but we made it. We have lost friends and one family member due to the virus, as hard as that was, dealing with the loss of dear friends that we had to walk away from because our core beliefs and stead fast determination was being effected has been the hardest. We are taking a little time to heal and rest while still doing what we feel is right and needed to move forward
Patera ....YOU have helped my Mental Health in the past 18 months MORE than many people who live CLOSE TO ME..MORE than some Family. Thank you and God Bless you.🙏🏼💕
This past 12 months my family and I have been dealing with not only this mess in the world but also dealing with oncologist and cancer.. one thing I have learned is my metal health is just as important if not more important than my chemo.. and yep we have worked hard and gave a garden in the ground!!
So very sorry for your loss. I just prayed that the Lord would bring healing and strength to your heart and soul. That he will wrap you in his loving comfort. Jesus loves you and will help you through this. Just bring your brokenness to him and he will carry you. "His yoke is easy and his burden is light". Blessings❤
I am so sorry for your loss.🍃 😓 Have faith and know that his last breath on earth, was his first breath in Heaven.💕 God bless and give you strength and hope.✝️🍃💕
Yes! I so needed to hear this. Although I know who is in control, and has already won the battle, but ..... things can get emotionally rough sometimes and paralyzed is the best way to explain it. I left all social media platforms aside from TH-cam and that really helped me start crawling out of the rut of this raging world we are in. Blessings to you and your family.
You’re right on the money, Patara! I’ve been urging my family and friends to get ready, put food away, survival supplies and make sure they pay down their bills as much as possible, because there’s a storm coming and it’s going to be bad. End of times bad.
Beautifully said my sweet friend. Our strength and hearts will be tested mightily in the coming seasons...or that is what I feel. May we all keep ourselves healthy, strong and keep our hearts happy and light. Don't go to bed with a smile left in your pocket!
A lot of people in America never thought we could go through so much unknown ( paying bills, getting food….), they thought stores always will be filled with items we need and want, and we will always have income to cover our expanses. When things get really bad we need people around us that will be there to help you get through it producing your own food ….
I feel like my family has weathered the last several months pretty well, but there have been moments of "what world are we living in???"-ness. We've taken this time to put energy into our homestead, spend quality time together, and discuss how each of us feels about the many and various issues we've faces as a family, as individuals, as a nation, etc. We've been very grateful to live rural, to be preparedness-minded, and that we live a homesteading lifestyle. We've been most grateful for our faith in Jesus Christ.
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No victim here but you are talking about me. Kinda stuck here. My house is a mess. Laundry piled up and I just don't seem to care anymore. This world has exhausted me. Yep paralyzed. Thanks for the motivation. I'll rise again as I have done for 60+ years. Love you girl. You do my heart good.
I've completely changed. Because I cannot handle the zombies that people have turned into, I have in turn isolated myself. Thankfully I have plenty of hobbies: bagpiping, tap dancing, gardening, hiking with my dogs, photography, art and prepping. I have adopted 100% slow living and a simple life. I am forever changed by what happened. And I know its just the beginning of the crazy.
What we are seeing is a walk in the park compared to the depression. I remember my grandma wouldn't waste anything. She had a huge ball of aluminum foil, bacon fat in a coffee can, I'm sure many of the over 50s have the same memories of their grandmas. Even after she had a comfortable standard of living she was never ever able to get over the need to save for a rainy day and it was never about money it was always about food & clothing.
I am alone, even though I have an adult daughter. All my friends passed away.
I have never seen anything like this happening in my 65 yrs.
We all will be going thru it. I pray we make it out safely to the other side. Pray
More than ever before, we need the Peace that surpasses all understanding...
"be strong and of good courage" "fight the good fight" "let not your heart be troubled neither let it be afraid" and many more the Lords words say.........never ever give up, we are being tested..we must lift one another up Gods word says, love one another, know who your adversary is and rebuke him when he comes at you with doubt and unbelief.....Christ is stronger, lean onto Christ and He will lift you up.....hugs all stay strong. "put on the full armor of Christ"
My song: I’m no longer a slave to fear, I am a child of God❤️
PREACH IT LADY!!! I'm a 12 year suicide survivor...if not for my weekly therapy and taking my medicine religiously, I don't know where I'd be right now.
I've been disowned by family and friends for not voting a certain way...I've been told to stop canning..."it's not like you can't get to the store"...my stockpile gets eaten and replaced regularly...but I have the Freedom of bypassing the meat counter most weeks. I also have my garden in and treasure my therapy time in the dirt. It keeps me from my paralytic state. Even this past winter I had my herbs, onions and flowers in the house.
Creator's blessings on you honey. Thank God for your knowledge and your willingness to share it.💖🙏🇺🇸
"Let the world see you a little bit muddy. They need to be muddy too." Brilliant. Thank you for this important message.
I love that you are real. Wish I found you much sooner. Sadness over whelps me tonight. I know it’s not long till the lord comes back but patara tonight I’m hurting. My son died when he was four from brain cancer. It’s been 14 years ago I try so hard to stay positive but tonight I am dying inside. Today has been so hard. Please pray for strength to come again. My dad that I’m not close to for reasons o won’t share is 91 and in terrible health. I saw him today for first time in long time today it was rough. Please pray for me tonight.
I live with 2 lazy ostriches who have no clue and don’t want to know. What’s ahead I have to prepare alone.
My Grandmother and Great Grandmother were through the depression. They tough me about it. We have stored foods all my 63 years of life. Most so called friends have come and gone. My husband died and my Mother now lives with me. I listen to the scanner and hear 13 year olds found dead or older. I pray for the family and the firemen, EMT's and police that have to go to the sight. We need to pull the Lord God close and know his word.
What is it about you? Everytime I watch a video of yours I feel like I've had an honest visit from an old friend. I admit, I have been stuck. Late 2019 I was diagnosed with a terminal illness, then 2020 came along. I've been having bad days BUT...on my good days, I'm preparing (canning, stocking, etc.). I was not physically able to plant a garden this year 😒 but went to a u-pick place yesterday. Today I have been canning squash, zucchini and pickles. While the tomatoes finish ripening. I'm not going to quit until the last breath is gone from my body. Blessings to you and yours
Thank you for this. I have become paralysed and I know it. Everything I see coming that the people around me refuse to acknowledge has been traumatic. It’s time to giddy up.
This TRULY speaks to me. I was just talking to a friend today about feeling paralyzed over the past 15 months. I lost my job, my mother (no will, no insurance), and...to a large degree...my mind. I didn't do the best job of dealing with it, but I kept at least trying to move forward to the best of my ability. I'm finally in the home stretch and am working on establishing my own homestead down south. Pray for me (my friend calls me a Yankee...he's not wrong). Thank you for posting this inspiring message today. Love you, honey.
Parera, just last night I got a picture of my three-year-old granddaughter hiding in the corner of the couch crying because my son her daddy had a meltdown because she spilled some blueberries. You hit the nail on the head. My son is a good boy a great man a great father but he is under so much stress working three jobs building a new home trying to keep everybody happy his mental health is in the toilet. I needed your message today. You are inspired. You are appreciated more than you’ll ever know. I’m doing my best to keep it together as I go in todayFor a biopsy and I thought I had been cancer free for a year and oh how I pray that I still am. thank you, love you.❤️
The only thing that gets me out of my paralysis is Gardening! The Housework gets done in-between the Gardening. Housework will always be there; Gardens need to be tended or they will go amuck! Thanks Patera!
Excellent talk! Unfortunately my whole family is all gone, i've been alone for 20 years, I'm 52. I'm kinda glad my family didn't have to watch what our country has devolved into, after spending a lifetime serving it. I had to give up my only only 2 friends in real life, for 2 different reasons, both valid.
Just me and the cat, standing on the cliff now, watching the mile high tsunami roll in from a distance. At least we have each other, for how long I'm unsure. Hmmmm that tsunami is bigger than I thought....doesn't matter, I know where we're going. Looking forward to seeing them again.
As long as I'm planting and gathering food I am SO happy!!! I live in north central Wisconsin, I'm 70 and I dig my garden one pitchfork at a time. I plant one day at a time!! God Bless. I read Jesus Calling every morning. I need to stay Connected to the Power!!
I've learned that some I thought were true friends turned out not to be. I've gained a couple of the truest friends I've ever had. I've learned to truly lean on my Lord, and to trust Him with everything. Thank you, Patara, fir being so honest. You're a breath of fresh air and I love your channel ❤ God bless you and your family
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None of this has taken God by surprise. He is still in control and things are right on schedule. "Stay the course" everybody!
Was paralyzed, not anymore. Got outside started gardening again, bred a few rabbits and thinking about getting a few peeps. Back to Nature. Working on inside too. I do feel better.
Well said Patera. I agree it is going to get worse. People need to get their head into reality. We are on the precipice so keep busy preparing for what is coming at us like a freight train.
I spend 4-5 hours a day in my garden. I know that this harvest is going to be the most important one in my 57 years. Only one awake in my family. Been able to drag them into preparing. No fear GOD WINS 🤜🤛🙏💞🇨🇦
Twenty-three years of military life, homeschooling, moving-state-to-state, raising children on my own while hubby was across the pond, not having many friends to lean on, and family members in another state (but was fine because I didn’t wanted to add their toxicity, and the stress of their drive-thru lifestyle into my life). The military life, in my case, helped me to stay focused, stay busy, learn new skills, set goals, learned to take care of myself and family nutritionally, be patience, and be flexible. Hubby retired in 2019, we visited our family members and said good-bye to them because I knew things were going to get really interesting after that year and we were going to turn our focus into our timed goals. Psalm 112:7 was the verse that I learned to lean on since 2003. I thank God for putting us through hard core lessons so we could learn to have peace in the midst of chaos.
When all these changes took place in the past year...I found myself glued to the News, and researching, All the Time! One day I heard a voice that said, I'm right here, Trust Me...You're gonna be fine...Get up and move. I don't have a garden, and am not physically able to care for one, but...I sure hit the grocery stores, farmer's market, and I have done some preparing. You are right...I have seen changes. My circle is smaller than it use to be. I do take the time to check on my neighbors, they've both been sick...it's the Mama in me, and Jesus said, to Love one Another. That's my way of loving them. I heard someone say, If you can't feed 100...feed 1...that's what I'm living by. I cook, clean, and do lots of laundry...I actually enjoy it. I'm Thankful to have food, and a roof over my head. Thankful for my husband, children, and grands. I keep a prayer on my lips, and I know God listens. Thank you Patera for taking me to the garden today. I really enjoy your talks. God Bless. Love the dolls!
I love it when you have something to say, lol. I'm a criminal profiler with an MS in forensic psychology and I have to say this video is so well done and you make such honest, realistic, accurate points that need to be heard. Mental health is becoming and actually has been an issue and is going to become more of one. Thank you for your words and for getting those points out there.
Amen! Father's hand is on everything! Earlier warnings fell on deaf ears but Father's hand is on everything- One minute at a time trusting in Him💙
So true girl! Momma would always say her flowers, yard work was her mental health
By no means I do not intend for this to sound bragadocious but I have thrived through this. It lit a fire under my Luke warm rear end. I bought my first home and moved from Sevier county to the Tri Cities. It has gotten me closer to family. I have land to have a good garden and chickens now. I am prepped up, which I have been a prepper for several years I just ratcheted up. My Mom has been down right defiant to all their reset initiatives and I play off her to become strong at fighting the good fight. My sister(nurse for 35 years) has moved back home closing a two day drive down to an hour. We are circling the wagons! We are in this for the long haul! Praise Yaweh
I was taught that you become like those around you so choose wisely.
Oh yeah, my brother somewhat shocked me. Not covid scared, but very much "propagandized" to a certain degree. My coworker turned into a total meltdown, frantic, nutty person. I knew it was there under the surface, but it became full blown during covid. I know people who havent left their homes in over a year! My life barely changed outside of mandatory mask wearing at work, EXCEPT, I'm now more prepared than I've ever been. Food pantry, gardening, edc, bugging in supplies, etc. This year has had so many blessings. God has been giving us clear signals to get prepared, spiritually and physically. Staying in His word has calmed me and given me great hope in what's to come. Love your channel. Love the truth you speak
I have been going to bed stressed over the attitude of people. Learning to adjust
I've been feeling the same way. I'm constantly learning, working, preparing and praying. Jesus told us to watch, to pray and to occupy ourselves.
Don’t live in fear everything is in GODs. Hands
Your words remind me of my mother's. she would always say "get up and get busy" As hard as it is sometimes to do I think of mom and her words and I get up, get busy and things get better. Mom lived to be 100 and was always busy doing something.
AMEN Sister! Truth! Protecting my mental health everyday in “California’s crazy”! My inner circle shrunk, pantry expanded, and granny’s canner and recipes been well used! Speak it!!
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You are so right! My mom, 88 years old, told me I am not a family member any more as I believe in God, have a conservative belief. Sad, as she was my best friend. My brother also believes the same way she does. Sad, but my husband and I are happy on our little homestead and life. Staying busy, learning new things, trying new things..or canning, dehydrating etc have definitely helped. Plus we have some excellent friends and great community. We all are planning, stocking together to help each other out when needed.
I slipped on the stairs and broke my ankle. I have been nonambulatory for 8 weeks after surgery. Just when we were able to et out and about. I had flashbacks of my grandmother doing the smae thing and she lost her independence from then on. I don't want this to happen to me. I was in a dark place for a while. Thankful I canned a ton last year so I do not need to do quite as much.
I think at least 90% of us are dealing with this very thing. I know I am. True confession: I have suffered from agoraphobia for many years. I determined I was going to get better without prescribed drugs. And I did! I started getting out and going into town, and DOING. Then the lock-downs took my victory away. The only thing that kept me going was my garden. Sun up to sundown even through the cold of winter. Over the year I re-imagined my garden space, grew most everything from seed; flowers too. It got me up and gave me a reason to move forward.
It is time to refocus some of my energies to housekeeping and I am reminded of an old saying: How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time.
I can do this. Thanks for your wise words.
I’m always busy! Made us some corn muffins by 7 am, out in garden pulling tomato worms off my tomatoes, planted a few pumpkins and flower seeds, did laundry etc. but still thinking about our future is a scary topic. Hoping and praying to see a change in the right direction every day and when we don’t, it can be paralyzing like you said! But I will not quit!
Hello from Texas. In the last four years we have been through not one but two floods where we lost everything. We get asked "how do you keep going" and the answer is because we have to. But we have learned how strong we are and we will handle whatever comes. The bible mentions fear over 200 times because HE knows we are fearful creatures. My homestead gives me great hope. Probably because I'm doing something. Take care of yourself and each other. Hugs from Texas.
You are so right, my family at this point won't talk to me, they think everything's just great, and can't see what's really going on in this world...scary times ahead and they can't see it. Thank you for your truth! Be safe and God bless.
60+ here too. I work part time, then come home and take care of turkeys and chickens and goats. Then garden, dishes, laundry. I am exhausted too. I feel like Patara and she always seems to be able to say with understanding what we are feeling and can't quite put my finger on it. You know something is not feeling right. Thanks girl friend. Always making me see what I should be looking at.
You are speaking truth!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Brings to mind the saying "Health and love mean more than money." And yes mental health is a issue in my household. Including me. Sometimes its like we r strangers and sometimes we are not. Excellent broadcast. Thank you.
Turning off the news on Nov. 2nd, the day before the "election", was the best decision I ever made. No tv at all except when hubby comes home on the weekends. Even then, it's not news.
So very wise!👍🏼
I have a cousin who is so worried about her looks that she is spending money on Botox , she will not come to me for food. And she called me nuts because I am doing what I know I have to do.
Agreed. 💓 Staying strong as possible. Eyes wide open. Thank you. Nice to hear another so in agreement.
The pandemic didn't effect me mentally.........I stayed busy and worked 2 jobs and the homestead........but a month ago i found out the man i been with 7 years and have a 5 year old with cheated on me and had a baby with a woman that is nearly a year old now and he is still messing with the woman....i took my child and left him...i had my family and my childs father ripped away and any chance i will ever have of happiness and a real family taken away, by a trashy side b*tch..... Since that happened I have no energy, started drinking again (after many years sober), been letting a lot of chores go..... i'm definitely paralyzed right now :( I know deep down I have to just get my big girl panties on and keep pushing forward but I just can't seem to get over the hump. This hits home for me....and since watching this it inspired me some. thank you.
This has blessed me so much! In the last 6 months I went through a break up, friends moving away, my job was demanding so much of my energy, witnessing this country falling before my eyes, and what drained me the most was witnessing no one doing anything to prepare! I was literally watching people go about their lives as if nothing is happening right now. So until this video, I didn’t realize that I was in a state of paralysis and I just felt numb, absent, and defeated. So now, I am getting rid of my distractions, getting outside (my happy place), and trying to preserve my peace as I prepare for hard times. I felt so much better after watching this and I’m making active steps to improve my overall health.
Mental health is so important. Lost many friends over the past 2 years. Love your real talks. Sometimes we need to take care of ourselves & let go of people & pray for them. Bless you sister
Amen girl! This girl is a care taker for my parents and my older sister lives with them. And she does nothing for them! Boy oh boy this girl is tired but my parents are my primary concern.
Wow, this is the first time I've seen this channel. I am teaching myself how to garden, my father couldn't get off the farm fast enough and my mom didn't even know how to cook much less plant so it's been an uphill battle for years. I've never seen thinning crops explained and shown so well. Or maybe I just wasn't ready to understand it until now! Either way, you have helped me out! Thanks for the mental fortitude pep talk as well! We all need it.
Thank you. Paralyzed. That’s what I have been. We had a family tragedy, right before covid. Its been hard. I’ve been doing not much more than the bare minimum. Im gonna do better.
I totally understand the "paralyzed state" because I worry about my kids and grandkids. My siblings have been listening to me and they are starting to prepare as well. Still working at home which I'm thankful for. That's how I discovered you Patera. Listening to your videos while I'm working. Since then I'm stocked up, went out bought a pressure cooker, water bath, small jars and big jars. Canned my first Strawberry Jam and I love it, makes me feel like I'm doing something. Live in a small suburb in Ohio and I have a tiny garden, I call it my Urban Garden. Have lots of vegys growing, I even use garden bags. LOL I bought an Elderberry Bush last fall too. I listen to KneadyHomesteader , too God Bless her and family. Thank you for your encouragement, wisdom, and advice. You Rock !!!!
Right on!!! We don't watch TV and we are working so hard on our homestead! ! My big garden has suffered with all the rain but, I am not giving up!! We will see some very hard times in the near future!! God first.......
This event is very much like a dysfunctional family, with the passing of elders/ parents, many adult children react to the mental/emotional issues left unresolved & mayhem ensues.....the loss of percieved "authority" figures, to the unprepared & weak & those that seek protection & security, from outside themselves, are presently in a serious crisis mode.
That was a lot of truth spoken in a short period time! We are in Colorado and we’re seeing actions taken against citizens that are a bit astounding. My husband was sweet enough to build a large garden and is building a greenhouse. I’ve been a landscaper for much of my life but I never grew food. I cannot begin to tell you how rewarding , and peaceful this is. I certainly enjoy all your words of wisdom
The Almighty is shaking the world. He wants our attention on Him. He wants to be Number One on a list of One. Time is short! Stay in the Word and stay snugly yoked to Him! He is our Strength and Song. He is our only Hope! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻☺️
Damn good video!! Reminds me of Proverbs 16:27 idle hands are the devils workshop, and how keeping busy keeps us out of trouble, builds our mental health and shows us strengths we never knew we had.
Living in the California Sierra and very very careful with water use, we do French Intensive mode, because planting close together helps with weed control and uses less water. Bear in mind we are in a drought state.
Mental health. We have a great herd (smiling) of family and friends who like a herd care for one another. During 2020 none of us have had the problems many Americans have had, because we are a herd, with old fashioned values, the wisdom to live below our means, strive to be debt free etc.
And the ability to live with major challenges. Like having a child with type one diabetes since he was a baby, and being my husbands 24/7 caregiver to my late husband after he was left disabled by a drunk driver.
Most of us have thrived on the wisdom our elders shared about how they did fine during the Great Depression, WW2. None of us have a tv which helps a LOT. As does limiting social media which can suck your brains cells faster than a tick sucking blood.
I'm glad you brought this up...we just had a young man in our family shoot 3 people for no reason and he was shot 9 times by the police and was given a full scholarship to play football and is now paralyzed from the sternum down. We just can't make any sense of this tragedy. Thank you.
I watched my own mother become more and more hateful ,and eventually crossover into groups I count myself as part of, finally just stopped calling her. I could not handle the constant stress, I just don't have the spoons to keep repeating the same things over and over and have it seem to have the opposite of the desired effect. At the same time via the same type of open discussion my SO's mother has become more open to groups she wasn't terribly comfortable with, the last few years has brought underlying issues out into the open. We are now working on the bones of our homestead, its slow but steady.
I wish the world could have the foresight and thought process that you have. So many people overlook changes and don't even realize what is happening right before their eyes. It is so amazing how restrained you can stay with your beliefs, but still guide and educate others. You remind me so much of my aunt who all but raised me. She's no longer with us, but I have held steadfast to her beliefs and work ethics. When I found your channel, it was like her telling me to listen again. This way through you. Thank you so much Patara. Bless you and your family. Stay safe and keep pushing forward.
My husband bought a sawmill so between that and the garden and the goats and chickens building a barn we stay busy and working full time jobs our friends and family members thinks we are crazy but they all turn to us for help you are so right on with what you say when I watch your video I feel like we came from the same pepole I have Cherokee heritage from NC and Tennessee I have tried to track down more information about them hope to see you at the trail of tears walk I am so looking forward to it
I see you as an intutive. I know your right and the things without words that you say loudly. I hear you. I look forward to the time when we will have true peace and security.
I'm going through this with my 25 year old son who moved back home, so we could help each other through Covid. He is now volatile, has a lot of rage, is easily offended, has to be explained things twice or three times, sleeps a lot,. He is depressed and may be bipolar, but he has actually been quite verbally abusive to me and very loud and the neighbors have called the police. His father is a criminal of course, he gets out of prison in 2024 and it's bothering my son. So many people have taken a dump on others, long before Covid. So, I'm getting him into counseling and having him move out as soon as possible. But the kids these days are really entitled snowflakes, Liberal, Millennials if ya'll know what I mean, seems like a lot of them gave up a while ago, very sad, very hard to deal with. It's almost like they have some kind of sickness, my other two kids from a different marriage are like this too, so is my son's father, my first ex husband, my sister, my nephew, it's almost everyone I know. I think it's more than just depression, I think it's a combo of things, one of those being mind control. There is no respect for elders, grandmothers, grandfathers, it's like they are empty shells that a lot of darkness works though, kind of scary.
I so much feel for you! May God Bless you and keep you!🙏
I stayed busy during the whole pandemic. I felt nothing changed everyone around me losing it was crazy.
This hit home. In the last few years this has happen in my family with some brothers and sister. A drastic change. I don't agree with them a lot of times but I still support them when they need me too, but I've distances myself now. It's so emotionally draining. The people who are doing nothing is alarming.
Being Mentally strong, money wise smart, being prepared is so crucial now.
It's all hand on deck in this house.
Preach on sister. I hear you and you are telling the truth. People are full of hate, anger and quick to fight. We need the old ways of love one another. I feel god put us here to help each other to learn to love and care. People don't do that anymore. They steal and kill and anything they want. I work in my garden and keep my self busy taking care of my family and anyone who needs help. God bless you and thank you for your video's love them. You are a blessing to us all
I work in health care. People in pain (physical, mental, or spiritual) tend to lash out. I come home and work on my garden in order to reconnect with God. I've been occasionally doing videos trying to encourage people to have grace with themselves and with others. Life is hard. We have to work together to make it through.
I am keeping very busy here where I live. I knit and crochet items to donate, future bartering and for gifts. ☦️🇺🇸
Thank You for all your videos. I grew up gardening but never appreciated the skills I already had till the last two years. Even watching your videos I have gotten more relaxed about some of my gardening practices and have more fun with it. I am able to bring this relaxed gardening approach to my kids as well which I hope they remember it one day.
I also want to speak on keeping busy and knowing your passions. I currently work in an office setting and everyday at lunch I drive to my garden and put in a little bit of work each day. Now I say that knowing I am super lucky I live in a small town and the garden is 2 minutes away so I know that not everyone has that luxury and can't work on their lunch. However I love being able to get my hands in the dirt and check on everything everyday. Since I would rather be outside all the time in my garden but need an income this gives me the break I need away from the computer and the daily grind of a paycheck.
I hope everyone finds what makes them happy and can do it a little everyday.
Love your channel and I very much appreciate your honesty.
I’m back on Paxil, 4 weeks now. Feeling SOooo much better. Depression was strangling my mind, thank God I was able to get my meds back... 👍👍
Thank you for your message. We do take heed. I went to town the other day, after cleaning out my coops. Didn't even realize that I had straw in my hair! A lady said, " you have sticks in your hair". I said, as long as it's not poop, I'm good to go! We both laughed! I was at the Co-op, so it was okay! GOD bless
Number one is check your metal health . Most have nt done so . God is good and keep him near your living spirit. Great Days to you #fellowearthlings .
Yes Miss Patara, I have noticed folks who are not doing well emotionally.....There are 2 for whom I prayed mightily many times in their behalf, I wore myself out trying to be their burden bearer etc etc. One day as I was waiting after Prayer, I heard the Internal Voice ask, " did you raise them, do you have any say in their family life, are you responsible for the actions they have taken"??? in all those things the obvious answer was no....The Voice said," then you can't fix them. Do not try to take responsibility for what are their life decisions.... there are means for them to get help, but first they must seek me for help. if you have opportunity gently suggest they ask me and let these things be between them and me." I still LOVE them But I am not their Daddy, nor their God, nor mental health worker. Your point is well taken.... Rick
I fear no matter how well I am prepared nothing is enough for what is to come.
Everyone seems crazy right now, but tomorrow is a solar eclipse and this is a time of new beginnings.
I'm so physically worn down, that I don't have time to consider my mental state...
I agree. Stay busy doing the things that you actually have control over and leave the rest to the Lord. The enemy uses the people closest to you. I didn't write it, it is written.
FEAR NOT! You can't have faith and fear at the same time. Pray for God's Plan to come to pass. ;D
Therapy in a Nutshell (youtube channel) has been a blessing to help cope with stress, loss, anxiety, insomnia, etc that were a result of these difficult times.
You're an amazing person! I have expanded my garden, and my adult kids have gardens, as well. It is what we talk about on social media. All hands on deck! Working at home is a coping skill. God Bless!
You hit the nail on the head , and we need to help those who can't or won't accept what is coming. The thing that we never expected will be coming out with or without the media. I want to thank you for bring up this topic. We are enter a time that I never expected to see in my lifetime of 65 years, but I am ready as I will ever be. My Grandmother prepared me for this time and so did my Dad. God Bless us all.
June 1st marked rainy season in Florida. They are geo-engineering us a drought. Hot as heck and no rain. Only subtropical/tropical state in the USA
Having grown up in an extremely dysfunctional family, I learned at an early age to be strong, think my own thoughts and live my life according to my own decisions. Yes, now I feel depressed at times due to rapidly increasing loss of my beloved country. I haven’t lost friends due to political beliefs-I lost a good friend due to a bioengineered virus. I haven’t lost any family due to political beliefs-I lost the majority of my family due to greed over my mother’s estate.
My garden is my place of salvation, my place of peace. Due to my serious health problems, I can’t work outside for more than 4-5 hrs/ day. I also can only work very part time as a RN.
No paralysis for me. I learned not to panic & freeze a long time ago.
Amen. However I’m taking things a little slower right now. 2020 was more than I thought I could take physically, mentally, spiritually but we made it. We have lost friends and one family member due to the virus, as hard as that was, dealing with the loss of dear friends that we had to walk away from because our core beliefs and stead fast determination was being effected has been the hardest. We are taking a little time to heal and rest while still doing what we feel is right and needed to move forward
Love it when you lay the truth down like that, Ma'am! Gotta be said, and it's good to be told. Love the channel and appreciate the wisdom! God bless.
Patera ....YOU have helped my Mental Health in the past 18 months MORE than many people who live CLOSE TO ME..MORE than some Family. Thank you and God Bless you.🙏🏼💕
This past 12 months my family and I have been dealing with not only this mess in the world but also dealing with oncologist and cancer.. one thing I have learned is my metal health is just as important if not more important than my chemo.. and yep we have worked hard and gave a garden in the ground!!
I do believe you are right on target. I have said for years it will never be as good as it has been.
Another- From the Heart. We’re listening! Thank you for words of wisdom.
So true loss my 39 year old son in Jan.
So very sorry for your loss. I just prayed that the Lord would bring healing and strength to your heart and soul. That he will wrap you in his loving comfort. Jesus loves you and will help you through this. Just bring your brokenness to him and he will carry you. "His yoke is easy and his burden is light". Blessings❤
I’m so sorry for your unimaginable loss. Praying for you.
I'm so sorry for the loss of your son.
I am so sorry for your loss.🍃 😓 Have faith and know that his last breath on earth, was his first breath in Heaven.💕 God bless and give you strength and hope.✝️🍃💕
Prayers loss my Daddy April 13th
Agreed 100%. Also: I’ve never seen the world sooooo angry! Hurts my heart.
Yes! I so needed to hear this. Although I know who is in control, and has already won the battle, but ..... things can get emotionally rough sometimes and paralyzed is the best way to explain it. I left all social media platforms aside from TH-cam and that really helped me start crawling out of the rut of this raging world we are in. Blessings to you and your family.
You’re right on the money, Patara! I’ve been urging my family and friends to get ready, put food away, survival supplies and make sure they pay down their bills as much as possible, because there’s a storm coming and it’s going to be bad. End of times bad.
Beautifully said my sweet friend. Our strength and hearts will be tested mightily in the coming seasons...or that is what I feel. May we all keep ourselves healthy, strong and keep our hearts happy and light. Don't go to bed with a smile left in your pocket!
A lot of people in America never thought we could go through so much unknown ( paying bills, getting food….), they thought stores always will be filled with items we need and want, and we will always have income to cover our expanses. When things get really bad we need people around us that will be there to help you get through it producing your own food ….
I feel like my family has weathered the last several months pretty well, but there have been moments of "what world are we living in???"-ness. We've taken this time to put energy into our homestead, spend quality time together, and discuss how each of us feels about the many and various issues we've faces as a family, as individuals, as a nation, etc. We've been very grateful to live rural, to be preparedness-minded, and that we live a homesteading lifestyle. We've been most grateful for our faith in Jesus Christ.