What if resilience isn't something you build for the end of the world—but for everyday life?

In this thoughtful episode of The Story of Us, Jeff Ellison sits down with bestselling author, martial artist, homesteader, and entrepreneur Sara Hathaway for a conversation about choosing a life that looks radically different from the one our culture often celebrates.

From her family's homestead in the piney forests of East Texas, Sara has intentionally embraced a life centered on self-reliance, meaningful work, strong relationships, and a deep connection to nature. While many know her through her bestselling Changing Earth series and her expertise in preparedness, this conversation moves beyond emergency planning to explore something much more universal.

Together, Jeff and Sara ask a d ...