When the pandemic hit in 2020, flour and vegetable seeds flew off the shelves as people turned to retro skills like baking bread and vegetable gardening. Jill Winger, creator of the “The Prairie Homestead” blog and “Old-Fashioned on Purpose” podcast, believes that these time-honored activities were exactly what we needed to ground us during uncertain times. But these interests are much more than just a trend.   At a time when humans are more connected and technologically advanced than ever before, Winger shows us how doing things the old-fashioned way can help us find true happiness and meaningful connection. Whether you live on a farm or in a studio apartment in the city, embracing the joy of creation, logging offline and getting your hands dirty can help you unlock a powerful new sense of purpose. Guided by the eight principles of an old-fashioned life, readers will learn:   How to transform your modern kitchen into a joy-fi