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.
Keen to join the ride and make farm life a bit brighter? Hit subscribe to "Farm Life Psych with Steph Schmidt" and let’s start this journey together. Ready to change the way you think about farming? Subscribe today
Connect with me:
www.stephschmidt.com.au/podcast
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephschmidtfarmlifepsych/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephschmidt.farmlifepsych/
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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.
Keen to join the ride and make farm life a bit brighter? Hit subscribe to "Farm Life Psych with Steph Schmidt" and let’s start this journey together. Ready to change the way you think about farming? Subscribe today
Connect with me:
www.stephschmidt.com.au/podcast
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephschmidtfarmlifepsych/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephschmidt.farmlifepsych/
Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/stephschmidtfarmlifepsych
Welcome to From Stress to Strength, a special podcast series by Farm Life Psych with Steph Schmidt, proudly supported by Ski for Life.
Join Steph Schmidt, a psychologist, farmer and mum as she explores strategies to help navigate the challenges (and the joys) of farming life.
In this first episode, Steph sets the scene for the season ahead—sharing why this podcast series was created, what’s been happening on farms across South Australia (and beyond), and why it’s okay to simply be surviving right now. With so many juggling relentless drought, financial pressure, and emotional fatigue, Steph introduces the powerful concept of “filling your silo”—a relatable and practical wellbeing metaphor for farming life.
💬 In this episode, you'll hear:
A real-time check-in on the 2024 season and what farmers are facing
Why running on empty might get the job done—but at what cost?
A guided "silo check-in" to reflect on your current energy levels
Practical strategies for noticing what’s draining or filling your tank
A reminder that thriving isn’t the only goal—sometimes surviving is enough
Whether you’re in the paddock, the ute, or at home with the chaos of life, this short, honest episode will help you pause, reflect, and gently care for yourself.
📝 Take the 2-minute check-in survey:
Help us understand how this series is supporting you and your community. Your anonymous responses will guide future episodes and help evaluate the impact of the series.
👉 Complete the podcast check-in at www.stephschmidt.com.au/podcast
🌱 This series is proudly supported by Ski for Life, a grassroots organisation promoting mental health, wellbeing, and suicide prevention in rural communities across Australia.
👩💻 Connect with Steph:
Website: www.stephschmidt.com.au
Instagram/Facebook: @stephschmidt.farmlifepsych
LinkedIn: Steph Schmidt
📩 Want to share your reflections or ideas for upcoming episodes? Get in touch at steph@stephschmidt.com.au