Stories of strength
Our gratitude to the people who shared their paths to bring wellness and balance back to their lives.
"I realized that I can't plan for everything, that imagined disasters often don't happen. Finally, when I get into trouble, I'm able to deal with it."
Read moreabout when anxiety impacts your business and your life
"If we as adults can’t talk about our stressors in normal everyday conversation, how are our kids going to know to reach out for help when they’re stressed?"
Read moreabout practicing self-care
"One day I just said to my brothers ‘I need to go get help.’ I had to take that step and find the proper resources. Keeping things to yourself will take you down the abyss."
Read moreabout building resiliency
"It’s all about trying to find the right balance between focusing on the health of the family and the business."
Read moreabout relationships on multi-generational farms
Check your dashboard
When you look at your internal dashboard, do you see all green lights? Are there any red lights tipping you towards overload and stress?
If you need help
View the list of mental health help lines and what you can expect when you call. If you are in crisis, please visit your local emergency department or call 911 immediately.
Being in control of your business is a good thing, but problems can develop when leaders attempt to control people instead. Learn to spot the difference.
Mental health challenges are common among men and women in agriculture – take these steps to support someone struggling.
Defining what success means to you helps you plan, make informed business decisions and choose where to invest your time.
Taking time to communicate with family, friends and colleagues supports mental health and makes good business sense.
Gradual changes in behaviour might be signs of challenged mental health. Know when to seek support.
Building emotional awareness into your life and business can strengthen your relationships and help your operation through challenging times.
Information provided on this webpage is general content and is not a substitute for professional advice. Concerns of anxiety, stress, depression and other mental health impacts should be discussed with your doctor or other mental health professional. If you are in crisis, please visit your local emergency department or call 911 immediately.