# Episode 179: Living Freely on the Fringes: Embracing Authenticity and Freedom in Homesteading & Homeschooling

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Podcast: [The Homestead Education Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-homestead-education-podcast-5432374)
Published: 2026-07-07T10:18:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3152

## Resource

Living Freely on the Fringes: Embracing Authenticity and Freedom in Homesteading & Homeschooling In this episode, Kody Hanner shares her raw, honest journey of redefining success, identity, and freedom within the homestead and homeschool lifestyle. She explores the pressures of social media, the importance of authenticity, and how to stay true to ourselves without falling into societal traps or comparisons. This episode is a powerful reminder that true freedom comes from living in alignment with your values, beyond public approval or perfect appearances. Key Topics: The shift from chasing societal success to embracing personal authenticity on the homestead The pressure to perform and curate a perfect life online versus real, messy life How living on the fringes offers freedom and independence from mainstream expectations The importance of privacy and choosing what to share in a digital age Redefining success based on real-world outcomes like capability, health, and joy Overcoming the comparison game—garden wins, follower counts, and perfectionism The emotional journey of living through hardship, illness, and rebuilding purpose The significance of community, family, and land in cultivating a meaningful, free life Resources & Links: Homestead Education Curriculum - http://thehomesteadeducation.com/homesteadeducationcurriculum Homestead Family Reading List - https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/homestead-summer-reading-list/ Connect with Kody: Instagram - https://instagram.com/homestead_education Facebook - https://facebook.com/thehomesteadeducation Share your thoughts: Feel inspired? Leave a review or comment on social media. I’d love to hear how you’re reclaiming your freedom and authenticity in your homesteading and homeschooling journey.

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