Setting yourself up for a successful homesteading journey requires some thoughtful planning. You don't have to have it all figured out but it's essential to have some guidelines to follow. In this episode, I'll highlight some of the pitfalls to avoid when starting out your journey. Some of these pitfalls are a repeat of topics we have covered in previous episodes. Still, it's very important to have a plan of action for preventing future mistakes and to know what to do when faced with problems. The end of the year is when many of us start to think about what we want out of the new year. We start setting goals and making resolutions. For some, it's an exciting time of year and for others, it's a stressful time of year. Whatever camp you are in, coming from a position of planning and preparing is never a bad idea. If you're a homesteading dreamer, this is the perfect time to plan how you want to set up your homestead. All of your planning can include ways to avoid these pitfalls. If you are a beginner homesteader you can use this list to see where your weak spots are. Are there things you can change that will improve next year? This is a section in Homesteading for Beginners workbook by the way. To find out how to get the workbook, visit healthyhomesteading.com/workbook or visit the link in the show notes. 7 Homesteading Pitfalls to Avoid lack of planning taking on too much too quickly not having a supportive community, mentor or coach Not believing you are capable giving up instead of pressing on or pivoting lack of savings lack of income Links mentioned in this episode: Homesteading for Beginners workbook: https://healthyhomesteading.com/workbook Homesteader's Simple Planner:  https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/free-homesteaders-simple-planner-download/ Other Links: Free Homesteading for Beginner Checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homesteading-for-beginners/id1636732326 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4BRPb5IuC66BZwrzcWJtMR