Farm Life Psych with Steph Schmidt

Send us Fan Mail 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 t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Farm Life Psych, Steph Schmidt shares her firsthand experiences and practical strategies for managing stress in the challenging farming environment.  She explores the importance of acknowledging emotions and provides insights into the practice of radical acceptance. Steph underscores the impact of stress on relationships and emphasizes the importance of repairin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Farm Life Psych, host Steph Schmidt—a psychologist, farmer, farm wife, and mum—discusses the intricacies of recognizing and managing mental health challenges in the farming community. She explores symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress, offering listeners insight into identifying these signs in themselves or loved ones. Steph provides practical steps for se...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Farm Life Psych, host Steph Schmidt, a farmer, psychologist, farm wife, and mum, returns after a break to share insights on balancing farm life, family, and personal well-being. Steph reflects on her busy months, the concept of the four-burner analogy for managing life's priorities, and the importance of self-care. She discusses her approach to not doing it...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Farm Life with Steph Schmidt, she explores the concept of completing the stress cycle and provides practical tips and strategies to do so.  Stress is a natural part of life, but chronic and prolonged stress can have negative effects on our bodies and minds. Steph discusses the seven steps to complete the stress cycle, including physical activity, breathing exerc...

Send us Fan Mail Farm Life Psych Podcast: Episode 5 - Chronic Stress and your brain Is your brain constantly predicting a storm on the horizon? Find out how to calm the whirlwind of chronic stress and reclaim a little peace of mind in this week’s episode! Join me, Steph Schmidt, a farmer, psychologist, and mum of three, as I unravel why our brain and mind does what it does during times of stress,...

Send us Fan Mail Finding Balance: Taking a Break on the Farm In this episode of Farm Life Psych, host Steph Schmid, a farmer, psychologist, farm wife, and mum, delves into the challenges of managing farm life, especially when it's difficult to take a break. Steph shares her recent experience recovering from COVID-19 while maintaining farm duties and examines the common advice to 'take a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Farm Life Psych, host Steph Schmidt, a farmer, psychologist, farm wife, and mum, dives into the challenges and realities of navigating farm life, family, and personal well-being. Steph shares her own experiences of juggling farm work, motherhood, and the impact it has on mental health. The episode begins with an ask Steph question from a listener who is struggli...

Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like you're running on empty while balancing the hustle of farm life, family, and everything in-between? You’re not alone, and it’s time to refill that bin! Join Steph Schmidt, farmer, psychologist, farm wife, and mum, as she dives into practical self-care strategies tailored for those navigating the unique challenges of farming life. This episode brings to life a m...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the very first episode of Farm Life Psych with your host, Steph Schmidt—farmer, psychologist, and dedicated farm life juggler. In today's episode, Steph introduces herself, detailing her journey from a city girl in Adelaide to a farmer in South Australia. She shares her experiences navigating the intricate balance between farming, family, and mental health, drawing...

Send us Fan Mail Embrace Life’s Challenges with the Farm Life Psych Podcast If you're seeking a fresh take on the realities of farm life, where personal well-being intersects with rural resilience, step into "Farm Life Psych."   With Steph Schmidt, a unique blend of farmer, psychologist and fellow farm life juggler, this podcast ploughs through more than just fields. It digs deep in...