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Mental Health and Ranching: Why You Should Dig Up the Family History Book
Manage episode 480689194 series 3578050
Why is mental health in agriculture still hard to talk about? In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, Shaye Wanner talks with Bridgette and Lauren from the Rural Well Podcast about breaking generational cycles, building support systems, and encouraging therapy in rural communities. From signs of strong mental health to understanding generational trauma, this episode offers tools, stories, and real talk for farmers, ranchers, and anyone passionate about supporting mental health in ag.
🧠 Topics Covered:
Why mental health awareness is growing in agriculture
How to spot strong vs. struggling mental health
Resources and training for rural communities
Validating others’ experiences in farm families
The role of therapy and generational healing
✅ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more rancher-focused conversations!
📌 CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Introduction to Mental Health in Agriculture
02:05 – Why Bet on Agriculture?
03:30 – The Birth of the Rural Well Podcast
07:07 – Awareness of Mental Health in Agriculture
09:01 – Signs of Strong Mental Health
12:30 – Training for Mental Health Awareness
15:02 – Support Systems for Farmers
16:52 – Therapeutic Approaches for Farmers
18:07 – Understanding Generational Trauma
23:01 – Transforming Trauma into Strength
27:00 – The Role of Validation in Relationships
36:03 – Generational Perspectives on Mental Health
39:42 – Resources for Mental Health Support
Agri-stress helpline – 833-897-2474
National Farmers’ Mental Health Alliance
The Angel Network
Episode Resources
Westway Feeds: https://bit.ly/4lBtKRK
Rural Way Promotions: https://bit.ly/42IqKMd
#MentalHealthInAg #RuralMentalHealth #FarmerWellness #GenerationalTrauma #TherapyForFarmers #AgriculturePodcast #SupportFarmers #RuralWellPodcast #CasualCattleConversations #AgMentalHealth
200 episodes
Manage episode 480689194 series 3578050
Why is mental health in agriculture still hard to talk about? In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, Shaye Wanner talks with Bridgette and Lauren from the Rural Well Podcast about breaking generational cycles, building support systems, and encouraging therapy in rural communities. From signs of strong mental health to understanding generational trauma, this episode offers tools, stories, and real talk for farmers, ranchers, and anyone passionate about supporting mental health in ag.
🧠 Topics Covered:
Why mental health awareness is growing in agriculture
How to spot strong vs. struggling mental health
Resources and training for rural communities
Validating others’ experiences in farm families
The role of therapy and generational healing
✅ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more rancher-focused conversations!
📌 CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Introduction to Mental Health in Agriculture
02:05 – Why Bet on Agriculture?
03:30 – The Birth of the Rural Well Podcast
07:07 – Awareness of Mental Health in Agriculture
09:01 – Signs of Strong Mental Health
12:30 – Training for Mental Health Awareness
15:02 – Support Systems for Farmers
16:52 – Therapeutic Approaches for Farmers
18:07 – Understanding Generational Trauma
23:01 – Transforming Trauma into Strength
27:00 – The Role of Validation in Relationships
36:03 – Generational Perspectives on Mental Health
39:42 – Resources for Mental Health Support
Agri-stress helpline – 833-897-2474
National Farmers’ Mental Health Alliance
The Angel Network
Episode Resources
Westway Feeds: https://bit.ly/4lBtKRK
Rural Way Promotions: https://bit.ly/42IqKMd
#MentalHealthInAg #RuralMentalHealth #FarmerWellness #GenerationalTrauma #TherapyForFarmers #AgriculturePodcast #SupportFarmers #RuralWellPodcast #CasualCattleConversations #AgMentalHealth
200 episodes
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