Ep 026: Be Prepared Not Scared

In Episode 026, Reine and Tracy finally dive into general preparedness!The What If Pals cover a wide range of topics and scenarios including (among lots of other things) inflation, food scarcity, air travel, everyday carry bags, car kits, and the importance of having a family preparedness plan.This fast-paced episode contains a lot of great info so be sure to listen today!

In Episode 025, Tracy and Reine continue their Earth Day Everyday celebration. Listen in as they discuss a few real problems and their green solutions. The gal pals converse about looking for good, better, and best solutions to going green and living a more sustainable lifestyle... especially when it comes to waste. Are you ready to join the eco-warrior ranks?? It is never too late to take steps towards environmentally-friendly practices.

In Episode 024, Tracy and Reine are celebrating Earth Day with a two-week module dedicated to going green and being more environmentally friendly. The conversation includes zero-waste living, how to reuse, reduce, and recycle, and how to be a better steward of our natural resources. Join the conversation as The What If Pals take another step towards sustainability and intentional living. This is a guilt-free zone where everyone is encouraged to do what they can, when they can.

In Episode 023, Reine and Tracy continue their made from scratch conversation, this time focusing on creating household and personal use products. They also talk about recent business challenges, exciting accomplishments, and what's next on the never-ending list of things to do.

In Episode 022, Reine and Tracy talk about getting back to basics, kitchen-style.It's no secret that family meals are an area that The What If Pals have identified as needing some serious attention in their lives. Like so many moms, the demands of the day often result in a menu revolving around pre-packaged foodstuffs or dinner on-the-go, purchased through a drive-thru window.While those options are fine on occasion, Reine and Tracy agree that they have become much too reliant on fast food as a solution to that eternal question, "What's for dinner?" The consequences of that reliance have been noted in their energy levels, waistbands, and pocket books, and they're ready to get intentional about making a change.Listen in as they chat about how cooking from scratch not only addresses these immediate needs, but also how it checks other value boxes such as sustainability, general preparedness, and slow living.

Welcome to Episode 21 for week two of our Microgreens module. Hang out with us as we roll up our sleeves and chat about our mighty Microgreens experience. In this podcast, we (Tracy and Reine) take a look at experimenting with eating Microgreens, growing Microgreens, and what's next on our Microgreens adventure. You will also get a sneak peek at what's next in our sustainable living journey as we continue to seek out new skills, channel a more self-reliant lifestyle, and go green. (Hint: Every day is Earth Day!!)Here are a few of the resources mentioned in Episode 21:Rebel Garden Organic Microgreens SeedsMicro-Mats Hydroponic Grow PadsSeed Starter Trays with Lids

Welcome to Episode 20 and the What If Project's "Microgreens Module". In this podcast, Tracy and Reine explain why microgreens are the perfect fit for their project. You get a front-row seat to their first-hand knowledge on the topic, along with projections and predictions as to the ease and success of the module.Microgreens are the perfect gateway green towards sustainable living... and these gal pals can't wait to get started. Join the adventure as they establish goals and create a growing plan.

In Episode 019, Reine and Tracy discuss how they've each approached the intentional spending module. They discuss their individual methods, admit that it's been a bit of a challenge in more ways than one, and chat about how they've worked to meet and beat those obstacles.Then, it's on to everyone's favorite topic - taxes! Despite the fact that The What If Project is not yet turning a profit, there is still red tape and intentionally confusing IRS worksheets to be had. Even though they're currently in the red, the goal is to one day make money through The What If Project business arm. With that in mind, Tracy walks us through her current idea of what the next product idea should be. Of course, that idea still requires an audience who may be interested, so the biz dev segment wraps up with some ideas on how to authentically network and build both participant and peer relationships.Reine and Tracy wrap up Episode 019 with a reminder of WHY they've chosen to do things like declutter and review their spending habits as they work toward creating a self-reliant and sustainable lifestyle for themselves and their families. The work isn't always fun or photogenic, but the skills required to live a self-directed life are worth the effort!

In Episode 018, Reine and Tracy begin the task of determining exactly where their "extra" money gets spent every month. Listen in as they discuss the lure of convenience spending as a "easy" answer to many of life's challenges, why they feel guilty whether they do or they don't give in to those quick purchases, and how they think their families will respond to a less impulsive lifestyle.

In Episode 017, Tracy and Reine review Week 1 of The What If Project's "Declutter Module". The gal pals are getting down to business as they tackling the clutter and create a few strategies. Listen in to see what challenges they have faced, what ridiculousness they have discovered in the process, and what they are looking forward to the most in the coming week. Find lessons learned and a few silly games in less than 40 minutes!Use #whatifideclutter on social media if you want to participate in the challenge.Resources:www.canva.com www.descript.com/?lmref=Yqh_1A (Affiliate Link)www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=thewhatifproject (Affiliate Link)www.etsy.com/shop/thewhatifstudio www.zoom.comwww.facebook.com/thewhatifproject1www.pinterest.com/thewhatifproject Instagram: TheWhatIfProject1