Farm Life Psych with Steph Schmidt
Navigate farm, family and life at "Farm Life Psych with Steph Schmidt" – it's all about the ups and downs of farming, but with a psychological spin.
I'm Steph Schmidt, juggling life as a psychologist, farmer, wife, and mum.
I'll be chatting about the nitty-gritty of farm life, how our brains handle it, and how to make it all a bit easier (when we can).
Think of this podcast as your go-to spot for stories and lessons from life on the land, accessible and do-able wellbeing tips, and chats with folks who get the farming life, sprinkled with insights on how to keep your head in the game. Whether you’re out in the fields, taking care of animals, or just curious about life on the farm with a mental health twist, you’ve found the right place.
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Farm Life Psych with Steph Schmidt
I'm having the thought that...Tools for managing the mental load
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In this episode of Farm Life Psych, host Steph Schmidt, a farmer, psychologist, wife, and mum, delves into the mental load and stress faced by farmers, especially during challenging seasons.
Steph introduces the concept of cognitive defusion to help listeners get some space from their overwhelming thoughts and shares practical tools such as the 'I'm having the thought that' exercise and the leaves on the stream analogy.
The episode also addresses an "Ask Steph" question about staying sober while living alone in rural areas, highlighting the importance of resources like Sober in the Country and techniques like urge surfing.
Steph concludes by encouraging self-care, open communication, and compassion, and invites listeners to subscribe, share, and leave reviews to help spread the word about the podcast.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:41 Checking In and Managing Stress
07:12 Mindfulness and Cognitive Defusion
19:36 Ask Steph: Staying Sober in Isolation
27:54 Final Thoughts and Outro
Submit an Ask Steph Question
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- Digital Hub for Farmers: farmlifehandbook.com.au
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- Steph on Instagram
- Steph's upcoming events
The Farm Life Psych podcast shares general information and personal reflections to support wellbeing — it isn't therapy, counselling, or personal advice, and it's not a substitute for support from a qualified professional. If something's sitting heavily with you, please reach out to your GP, a psychologist, or a trusted support service. If you're in crisis or need to talk to someone now, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. You're not alone, and reaching out is a strength.