In the world of beef production, navigating the highs and lows is a constant challenge. This episode of Casual Cattle Conversations with Calli Thorne gets real about the need for cattle producers to start taking care of themselves and why we need to shift our mindset.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover the pivotal role of mindset and mental wellness in successful beef production.

• Expose innovative strategies for coping with stress and unpredictable elements in the agricultural sector.

• Uncover the profound effects of generational mental health patterns in farming practices.

• Realize the urgency of self-care and reaching out for professional help within the farming and ranching communities.

• Master the art of enhancing communication and familial ties for an enhanced environment in the agricultural industry.

My special guest is Calli Thorne

Meet Calli Thorne, a fourth-generation North Dakota cattle rancher and mindset coach with a knack for turning setbacks into breakthroughs. Calli’s deep agricultural roots have shaped her perspective on navigating the diverse and often challenging facets of beef production. While managing a cow-calf operation and feedlot, Calli and her husband also ventured into selling beef, proving her relentless entrepreneurial spirit. Calli also deeply committed to mental health advocacy, using her own experiences to fuel her work as a mindset coach.

The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:02 - Introduction,

00:00:50 - Importance of Mindset,

00:01:59 - Ranchermind Series,

00:02:47 - Contact Information,

00:03:32 - Guest Introduction,

00:13:33 - Taking Responsibility for Yourself,

00:14:09 - Generational Mental Health,

00:15:22 - Breaking the Mindset of Easy Comparisons,

00:17:24 - The Importance of Self-Care in Agriculture,

00:21:37 - Factors Contributing to Mental Health Issues in Agriculture,

00:27:10 - The Importance of Self-Care for Farmers and Ranchers,

00:28:51 - Checking in with Others,

00:32:44 - Slowing Down and Noticing Others,

00:35:29 - Taking Steps to Improve Mental Health,

00:38:36 - Letting Go of What Doesn't Serve Us,

00:40:33 - Wrapping up the Conversation,

00:40:57 - Closing Remarks,

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