Self Sufficient Gardening with Mark Valencia | The Beet

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In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Jacques Lyakov sits down with Mark Valencia of Self Sufficient Me to discuss how his backyard garden turned into a global movement. They explore the link between self-sufficiency, mental health, and reconnecting with nature. Mark shares practical tips and big-picture inspiration for anyone looking to grow food and live more intentionally. 

Connect with Mark Valencia:

Mark Valencia started gardening out of necessity – to save money and support his family. But it quickly became much more, enriching his life and boosting his mental health. He launched Self Sufficient Me, now a popular blog and YouTube channel with over 2.3 million followers. Today, Mark inspires people worldwide to get outside, grow their own food, and slow down a little.

• Find more from Mark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/selfsufficientme 

• Find more from Mark on his website: https://selfsufficientme.com/ 

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