For way too long, we’ve been taught that emoting is ‘bad’, and having ‘thick skin’ is the best way to show strength. In today’s episode, I’m sharing more about the ‘thick skin’ myth, and how we view emotions in rural America. I’m discussing more about what it really means for our health and well-being when we’re constantly repressing and numbing our emotions, the recent, alarming suicide rates in the farming and ag space, how we can actually go about changing the status quo in our communication and relationships in rural America, and more.

In this episode, we cover:

• The difference between someone who is a ‘snowflake’ and someone who has ‘thick skin’
• What it really means for ourselves and our overall health when we’re continually repressing and numbing our emotions + recent suicide rates in agriculture
• Why it’s time to change the status quo in how we approach emotions, communication, and relationships in rural America + steps to actually do this
• A simple practice to help you get quicker and better at feeling your emotions

Resources & Links:

• 2020 Study on Suicide Rates by Industry and Occupation
• 2021 Study on Suicide Risk Factors Among Farmers in MIdwestern U.S.
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• Join the waitlist for the Start with You Mastermind
• Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
• Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

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