In today's episode, I’m talking with licensed mental health therapist Victoria Mexcur about a new way to grit through. Trauma is often treated as a singular, heavy label, but it’s much more nuanced. It’s an experience that impacts the nervous system, creates mental loops, and can disconnect the mind and body in very individual ways.

We dive into breaking stigma, repair, and why mental health is just as foundational as the land and animals we care so deeply for. This conversation is grounding, honest, and incredibly needed; I know it will meet you right where you are!

In this episode, we cover:

1. Victoria’s path into therapy + why she chose trauma work
2. What trauma actually is + why it looks different for everyone
3. A reframe of “gritting through” that works WITH the body (instead of overriding it)
4. How somatic experiencing & EMDR support nervous system regulation
5. Key lessons from animals + Peter Levine’s work
6. Why traditional talk therapy isn’t always the right fit for rural & ag folks
7. How flexible, accessible therapy better supports rural life during busy seasons
8. Using grit + a “get-er-done” mindset to reach out for support instead of going it alone
9. Simple starting tools for nervous system regulation
10. Why mental health is foundational to sustaining families, operations & long-term well-being

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Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/new-way-to-grit-through

Connect with Victoria:

1. Follow on Instagram @tread_deepcounseling
2. Check out her website
3. Send her an email at [email protected]
4. Reach out to her at (402) 403-9561

Connect with Terryn:

1. Follow on Instagram @terryn.drieling
2. Check out my website
3. Send me an email at [email protected]

Resources & Links:

1. In An Unspoken Voice: How the Body Releases Trauma and Restores Goodness by Peter Levine
2. Schedule a free consult and see if 1:1 Good Movement Guidance is right for you
3. Check out my merch shop
4. Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
5. Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
6. Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting