Rural Resiliency Project
Feb 18, 2026
Session 2: Occupational Wellness
February 18, 2026 – Session 2: Occupational Wellness
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/GGYZUTToS96yWMJMzz_ZpQ
Occupational wellness is about satisfaction, balance, and purpose in your work. Agricultural
careers often blur the lines between work and personal life, increasing the risk of burnout. This
session explores aligning values with work, setting boundaries, and finding fulfillment in
agricultural professions.
March 18 – Session 3: Financial Wellness
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bmcFBOcNS1qZplDtTY7rDQ
Financial wellness focuses on managing resources, planning for the future, and reducing
financial stress. Income variability, debt, and market uncertainty are common challenges in
agriculture. This session provides practical strategies for budgeting, planning, and building
financial confidence despite uncertainty.
April 22 – Session 4: Emotional Wellness
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fOE6kPUgQm2DfheiXv0k4A
Emotional wellness involves understanding, expressing, and managing emotions in healthy
ways. Agricultural work can bring isolation, uncertainty, and high stress tied to weather,
markets, and family responsibilities. This session offers tools to recognize stress, cope with
pressure, and build emotional resilience during challenging seasons.
May-August 2026 – we will host book discussions and Resiliency Circles, dates TBA.
September – December 2026 - we will host the final four sessions, dates TBA.
September Session 5: Social Wellness
Social wellness is about maintaining meaningful relationships and a sense of connection. People
in agriculture often work independently or in small teams, which can limit social interaction.
This session highlights the importance of support networks, communication, and staying
connected to family, peers, and community.
October Session 6: Spiritual Wellness
Spiritual wellness centers on finding purpose, meaning, and values that guide daily life. For
many in agriculture, a deep connection to the land, animals, and stewardship plays a central
role in this dimension. This session explores ways to reflect, stay grounded, and reconnect with
what gives your work and life meaning.
November Session 7: Intellectual Wellness
Intellectual wellness encourages curiosity, learning, and problem-solving. Agriculture constantly
evolves with new technology, regulations, and practices, requiring adaptability and lifelong
learning. This session focuses on staying mentally engaged, open to new ideas, and confident in
decision-making.
December Session 8: Environmental Wellness
Environmental wellness involves creating and maintaining healthy, safe, and supportive
surroundings. In agriculture, this includes both the natural environment and the work setting.
This session addresses farm and workplace safety, sustainable practices, and how caring for the
environment supports personal and community well-being.
This program series is brought to you by The Rural Resiliency Project. Along with the following
collaborative program partners, The Cultivating Resiliency Program, Annie’s Project, and the
Women’s Agricultural Leadership Program.