Good Movement Draws Good Movement

I’m super excited to have my good friend, Kylie Epperson, on the podcast today! She’s on a mission to help rural women live authentic, confident, and colorful lives, and has found immense gratitude as she’s experienced rural living, ag life, and motherhood. More recently, she’s passionate about building the Farm Wives Club™️ community and membership, and is thrilled to be offering the first live, in-person event this fall (September 2024)! Kylie has navigated her fair share of ‘high highs’ and ‘low lows’ on her farm wife journey over the last decade.

We aren’t meant to live life isolated, and think that no one understands our struggles - we should be actively connecting with others, and nurturing relationships that allow us to flourish. Kylie is actively building community and showing us that authentic connection IS possible (and very much needed). 

In this episode, we cover:

• Kylie’s beautiful and vulnerable journey that started with the Grateful Farm Wife + how this led to her to find more gratitude and awareness in her life
• The ‘seed of desire’ that grew into the Farm Wives Club™️ + what this has evolved into
• Why we need deeper connection in our world today (now, more than ever) + understanding that community is vital, and allows us to thrive
• Kylie’s idea for a Farm Wives Club™️ in-person, live event + how this will allow you to feel renewed and (re)connected before pouring back into your loved ones at home

Resources & Links:

• Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
• Good Movement Trainings
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Kylie:

• Farm Wives Club™️
• Follow on Instagram @kylieepperson_
• Check out her website

Connect with Terryn:

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

Related Episodes: 

• Episode 6 | Rethinking Mental Health with Ashley Machado
• Episode 9 | Ripple Effects with Emily Reuschel

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Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/building-community-with-kylie-epperson-episode-39 

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In today’s episode, I want to talk about attachment and attunement, and why we need BOTH of these to not only survive, but thrive. But...what do these words even mean?! Attachment is really the foundation upon which everything else in our brain is built, and attunement is our awareness and responsiveness to the needs of others. Our society is severely lacking in both attachment and attunement, but that doesn’t mean it has to stay that way - we can change that, especially as we become more aware of how to do so.

In this episode, we cover:

• The mind-blowing information I’ve learned from my recent consumption of Dr. Gabor Mate’s books
• What attachment and attunement mean + why we need both to survive 
• Gaining awareness with just how important attachment and attunement are + my commitment to improving my personal relationships 

Resources & Links:

• When the Body Says No
• The Myth of Normal
• Scattered Minds
• In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts
• Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Terryn:

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

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Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/attachment-and-attunement-what-do-those-words-even-mean-episode-38 

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This episode is a bit of a ‘proof of life’ one from Tom and I! Really though, we’re excited to give you a little update on how our cows are doing + other life happenings. This time of year is crazy busy for Tom and I as we’re deep into work on the ranch with calving season, branding cows, and a variety of other things going on for our family.

While this time of year brings an entirely new level of exhaustion (in more ways than one), it’s not terrible, and it also doesn’t last forever. We’re very family-oriented and grateful to still be together much of the time with everything going on. If you’re in a similar busy season, try to take it one day at a time; make sure you’re effectively communicating with those around you, and of course, don’t forget to draw good movement!

In this episode, we cover:

• The improvements we’re seeing with our cows during branding season and what seems to be working well for them
• My first experience with volunteering and attending the Cattlemen's Ball of Nebraska + other fun events I’ve enjoyed being a part of recently
• All of the extra ‘stuff’ happening this time of year with ranching + conditions that can positively and negatively affect all of it
• The validation piece that really comes into play with both cows and humans

Resources & Links:

• Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Terryn:

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

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Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/an-update-on-life-and-our-cows-episode-37 

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In today's episode, I’m talking about something that's vital regarding communication, relationships, and good movement; it’s also something that gets overlooked, and just gets a bad rap sometimes. Yep, I’m talking about boundaries! This was on my mind after a recent conversation I had with a friend; we were talking about the infamous, all too common theme of mom guilt. It can really eat us alive (I’ve totally felt it), and I know sooo many of us struggle with this!

As humans, we easily fall into feelings of guilt when we’re not doing what others are asking from us; we feel like we’re failing when we can’t do everything for everyone else. In today’s episode, I share why boundaries are kind, and (contrary to popular belief), are one of THE kindest, most generous actions you can show towards others!

In this episode, we cover:

• Why setting and holding boundaries is actually one of the kindest things you can do for others
• Why boundaries are like fences, and not actually rules for other people (contrary to popular belief)
• Understanding that your boundaries can change over time, depending on what you’re experiencing in your current season of life

Resources & Links:

• Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

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• Follow on Instagram @terryn.drieling
• Check out my website
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We had a pretty memorable experience that happened during our recent calving season (we were several brandings deep into the season of spring work at the time of this recording). During this particular branding, some of the panels opened up, and quite a few remaining calves (along with a couple of cows) got loose, running out into the pasture. I made some observations that seemed to work really well for the cattle (and the people who were able to get the cattle back to the pen) during this time, so I wanted to discuss how they relate to human interactions as well.

All of these ‘lessons’ carry over to our interactions with other humans in our day to day lives. None of us are going to make good decisions, or even function well, if we’re in a state of distress and chaos. It’s vital that we give ourselves and those around us the space we need, and be crystal clear on where we’re heading. We can’t expect our loved ones, co-workers, etc., to be mind readers, and always know what we’re planning for next. Human communication affects so many parts of our lives; it’s a super important skill that we must continue building!

In this episode, we cover:

• Remaining calm and not getting super stressed during high-stress interactions
• Giving others plenty of space (without added pressure) to make good decisions
• Having clarity on where you’re headed + setting and providing clear expectations for others so they know as well

Resources & Links:

• Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Terryn:

• Follow on Instagram @terryn.drieling
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Thea is a working ranch wife and mom to two little cowboys, and the founder and host of all things Cowgirls Over Coffee. She’s on a mission to help women quit ‘white knuckling it’ through their days, and navigate a life that can get a little Western.

It’s easy to get caught up in feeling like you have to go, go, go and do #allthethings all the time, but if you really think about it, that’s not possible, and it’s NOT how we were meant to live. Life is a journey, not a destination; your growth and ‘inner work’ is never completely done, which is actually a beautiful thing. This was such a fun conversation with Thea, and she shared so much relatable wisdom. I hope it reminds you about the value that comes from good movement, and embracing the slow burn in your everyday life!

In this episode, we cover:

• The major identity shift and whirlwind journey Thea experienced with marriage, career changes, and having children + how this led her to create Cowgirls Over Coffee
• Choosing to embrace the chaos instead of embracing mediocrity + believing that you can have it all, once you understand what YOU specific ‘all’ is in your life
• Why you have to continually pour into yourself and do the not so ‘fun’ or ‘flashy’ things, in order to live a fulfilling life you’re actually excited about
• Fostering joy in the ‘slow burn’, everyday things, instead of staying in that instant gratification, Amazon prime mindset our society is so accustomed to
• Why good movement should be flexible, purposeful, and bring more ease into your life vs. keeping you ‘stuck’ and stopped up

Resources & Links:

• Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
• Good Movement Trainings
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Thea:

• Follow on Instagram @cowgirlsovercoffee and @thea.does.the.things
• Follow on Facebook
• Check out her website
• Listen to Thea’s podcast: Cowgirls Over Coffee

Connect with Terryn:

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

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Today I want to touch on one of my favorite tools you can use to improve communication - asking honest questions! This is something I like to discuss often on the podcast, because I believe that honest questions and compassionate curiosity are one of THE best ways we can improve overall communication in our society. However, I also know this process doesn’t always feel natural - both for the person asking, and for the person on the receiving end.

In this episode, we cover:

• What to do when you ask honest questions and receive honest answers with pushback from others
• How to get others (especially those from an older generation) to answer honest questions in the ‘heat of the moment’, and/or when you really need answers
• The importance of modeling the behaviors you want to to see from others

Resources & Links:

• Nebraska Women in Ag Herd That! Conference use code TerrynHT24 for $5 off registration
• Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
• Join the waitlist for the Start with You Mastermind
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Terryn:

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

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In today’s episode, I discuss why there’s nothing wrong with talking about how we really are. Sometimes...things just SUCK. We have to be able to acknowledge our feelings, and normalize sharing honest answers when someone asks us how we’re doing. We shouldn’t feel like we need to sugarcoat our responses in order to appear like we have it all together - who is that actually helping anyway?!

In this episode, we cover:

• Why there’s nothing wrong with admitting that things are hard, and just kind of ‘suck’ sometimes
• Normalizing asking honest questions AND seeking honest answers, instead of simply asking as a nicety in passing
• Why suppressed emotions are actually like mold + what to do when we experience this

Resources & Links:

• Nebraska Women in Ag Herd That! Conference use code TerrynHT24 for $5 off registration
• Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
• Join the waitlist for the Start with You Mastermind
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Terryn:

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

Related Episodes: 

• Episode 25 | The ‘Thick Skin’ Myth and How We View Emotions in Rural America

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At the time of this recording, we’re officially halfway through calving season, and at the tail end of the school year, so alllllll the things are going on! It’s also been one year since my dad passed away, and in all honesty, I am TIRED. Yeah...you could say I’m feeling kind of ‘meh’ about life right now. I know we all experience busy, chaotic, and quite frankly, draining times like these, so I thought this would be a great opportunity for me to share some simple ways of how I’m still prioritizing myself along the way.

No matter where you are, I want you to remember that we’re all HUMAN, and it’s important to find simple, everyday things that can help you prioritize yourself and your well-being along the way. After all, good movement, communication, and health and wellness are not a destination, friend; we’re all just learning and adjusting along the way!

In this episode, we cover:

• My experience with regular healing sessions over the last year + what I’ve learned about myself during this process
• My relationship with running + how the ‘inner work’ I’ve done recently has shown me just how much it’s impacting my mental and emotional well-being
• How I’m spending regular time in the Word and making this an important part of my morning routine 

Resources & Links:

• Daily Audio Bible Chronological
• The Collagen I’m Taking
• The Colostrum I’m Taking (my affiliate link)
• Connect with Jada
• Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
• Join the waitlist for the Start with You Mastermind
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Terryn:

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

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Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/3-things-im-doing-to-take-care-of-me-episode-31

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Tom and I are here today to talk about a situation we just experienced with our cows - you could say it was rather...frustrating.

We’ve been practicing low stress stockmanship for almost two decades; it’s rare that we have to reach out to others for support, but in this case, we knew that was the best option for us to move forward. In today’s episode, Tom and I discuss more about why we should normalize asking questions, even though it feels difficult to do so in our society. Fortunately, Tom and I have wonderful mentors who are very well versed in low stress stockmanship. While their advice was helpful, their validation and support letting us know we weren’t alone with our ‘challenging’ cows was even MORE beneficial for us in that moment.

In this episode, we cover:

• Our recent situation of struggling to get a few select heavy cows to enter a gate where they needed to go + the variety of emotions that came with this ordeal
• Why we decided to reach out to our mentors for support + the feedback we received
• Why it feels so hard to ask for questions in our society + why we really need to normalize doing so

Resources & Links:

• Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
• Join the waitlist for the Start with You Mastermind
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Terryn:

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

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Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/lets-normalize-asking-questions-episode-30

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