March-April 2024

GROWING THE GOODNESS

Your own health is vitally important as well. While there’s no one-size-fits-all method of removing stressors in life, establishing healthy habits is good for the body and the mind. Find small activities that are important to you that help

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you unwind and relax. These habits might include turning off the news, calling a close friend, or spending time in groups like church, clubs or other larger social settings. Maintain those good habits, even during hard times, which will help you cope when those times come. We don’t invest in our farming equipment and wait for it to break down, we do maintenance along the way to extend the life and quality of the equipment. So, let’s treat ourselves with the same care and compassion we treat others with!

These kinds of conversations can be awkward, but when it comes from a place of deepest care and concern, do not worry. Don’t be afraid to share personal tips to cope with hardship; it may help others learn to cope as well. If a friend reaches out for help,

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encourage them, lend a listening ear, and let them know you’re there for them to help them get through their challenges. What matters most is showing genuine care. Our encouragement to our friends and neighbors, especially during hard times, can go a long way and may mean more than you know.

Resources: Need Help ? Know Someone Who Does ? Visit the Farm Bureau’s “Farm State of Mind” website for more information.

Want to equip yourself with more resources to help your neighbors ? Visit mindyourmelon.org for more thoughts, concepts and resources that encourage proactive choices and lifestyles.

2, 3, 4 https://www.fb.org/initiative/farm-state-of-mind

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