What if burnout isn’t coming from “too much”… but from trying to prove something that was never meant to be proved?

In this episode, I’m joined by Lauren Bondy—rural mom of three, community builder, speaker, and one of our featured speakers at the AGRIMINDS® Summit. Lauren shares the moment that changed everything for her, why “worth” isn’t a finish line (it’s a starting line), and how leaders in agriculture—men and women alike—can shift from hustle + survival mode into alignment without losing their drive.

You’ll hear why support matters, how self-talk shapes leadership, and a sneak peek of Lauren’s rooted identity “tree” exercise she’ll be guiding at the Summit.

What you’ll learn

• Why “doing more” won’t fix feeling less-than
• How the agriculture mindset of grit can quietly turn into over-functioning
• A practical way to evaluate your self-talk (and what it’s costing you)
• Why you can’t lead yourself well in isolation—and what to do instead
• How to stay productive without attaching your worth to your output

Mentioned in the episode

• Word before world: starting the day grounded before the noise hits
• Lauren’s Roots + Branches exercise (the foundation she’s bringing to the Summit)

Connect with Lauren Bondy

• Instagram: @laurenjbondy Instagram
• Learn more about the Made for More Community: Lauren J. Bondy

Join us at the AGRIMINDS® Summit

If this conversation hit home, don’t just “think about it”—come experience it in person.

📍 March 24–25, 2026

Grab your ticket + see all Summit details here: AGRIMINDS Summit