Secrets Women During Great Depression Used To Thrive

Home Economics: A Cornerstone of Survival

One of the most significant ways women thrived was through mastering home economics. They became adept at budgeting, meal planning, and making do with what was available. By cultivating vegetable gardens, canning produce, and sewing clothes, they maximized every resource. These skills not only helped their families survive but also created a sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency. According to historical accounts, many women took advantage of government programs that provided canning equipment and seeds, allowing them to produce and preserve their own food supplies¹.