Episode 30: Navigating through challenges

Episode 34 Curator Lucy and agricultural tutor Kitty talk about the value and role of Young fa

This week we deep dive into the life of Lucy, a young farmer and a medieval historian, the curator of the Rheged community gallery exhibition '90 Years of Penrith Young Farmers'. We are joined by Kitty who has been a member of PYF for 10 years and used the confidence she gained to become a teacher. We hear about the history of the YF clubs as well as how it is an inclusive membership that provides unique experiences. We also learn of the challenges facing today's farming community and what can be done to make a brighter future. Here are the links from today's episode: https://farmersaid.org.uk/ [https://farmersaid.org.uk/] https://rheged.com/gallery/ [https://rheged.com/gallery/] FROM FIELD TO FUTURE: 90 YEARS OF PENRITH YOUNG FARMERS  https://rheged.com/forty-farms-fair/ [https://rheged.com/forty-farms-fair/] https://www.skeltonshow.com/ [https://www.skeltonshow.com/] 130th Anniversary If you would like us to come to your club to host a wellness session, drop us a message on admin@icanwellbeing.co.uk If you’re struggling or just need someone to talk to: iCan Wellbeing Group CIO - 01228 819101 ask to speak to Lara or email on admin@icanwellbeing.co.uk * Farming Community Network (FCN): 03000 111 999 | ⁠fcn.org.uk⁠ [https://fcn.org.uk/] * RABI: 0800 188 4444 | ⁠rabi.org.uk⁠ [https://rabi.org.uk/] * https://www.kooth.com/rabi [https://www.kooth.com/rabi]  * Mind in Farming: ⁠mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/farming-and-mental-health⁠ [http://mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/farming-and-mental-health%E2%81%A0] * Samaritans (24/7): 116 123 | ⁠samaritans.org [http://samaritans.org]⁠ If you would like to feature in my upcoming podcasts, get in touch using the methods above.

Episode 33 We hear from Lochlan who got involved in community volunteering and found his purpose.

Lochlan is self-employed and the founder of the Carlisle branch of 'Repair Cafe'. He started a charity 'People Plant Trees' and works with land owners creating forests for the future. Hear his 200 year plan for sustainability. He shares with us how important volunteering, running, routine and doing a job you love is, and how he has achieved a great balance in his life. If you would like us to come to your club to host a wellness session, drop us a message on admin@icanwellbeing.co.uk If you’re struggling or just need someone to talk to: iCan Wellbeing Group CIO - 01228 819101 ask to speak to Lara or email on admin@icanwellbeing.co.uk Farming Community Network (FCN): 03000 111 999 | ⁠fcn.org.uk⁠ [https://fcn.org.uk/] RABI: 0800 188 4444 | ⁠rabi.org.uk⁠ [https://rabi.org.uk/] https://www.kooth.com/rabi [https://www.kooth.com/rabi]  Mind in Farming: ⁠mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/farming-and-mental-health⁠ [http://mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/farming-and-mental-health%E2%81%A0] Samaritans (24/7): 116 123 | ⁠samaritans.org [http://samaritans.org] Shout: Text 85258⁠ Links to the projects Lochlan is involved in: https://www.facebook.com/CarlisleRepairCafe [https://www.facebook.com/CarlisleRepairCafe] https://www.peopleplanttrees.co.uk/ [https://www.peopleplanttrees.co.uk/] https://www.lshforestry.co.uk/ [https://www.lshforestry.co.uk/] https://www.cumbriawoodlands.co.uk/ [https://www.cumbriawoodlands.co.uk/] Remember — we can talk.

Episode 32: Journaling and managing exam stress

In this episode Lara gives a few tips to help exam nerves and looks at journaling how and why to and the many benefits it brings. There's also a call out for contributions and a round up of things to see and do. If you would like us to come to your club to host a wellness session, drop us a message on admin@icanwellbeing.co.uk If you’re struggling or just need someone to talk to: iCan Wellbeing Group CIO - 01228 819101 ask to speak to Lara or email on admin@icanwellbeing.co.uk * Farming Community Network (FCN): 03000 111 999 | ⁠fcn.org.uk⁠ [https://fcn.org.uk/] * RABI: 0800 188 4444 | ⁠rabi.org.uk⁠ [https://rabi.org.uk/] * https://www.kooth.com/rabi [https://www.kooth.com/rabi]  * Mind in Farming: ⁠mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/farming-and-mental-health⁠ [http://mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/farming-and-mental-health%E2%81%A0] * Samaritans (24/7): 116 123 | ⁠samaritans.org [http://samaritans.org]⁠ https://rheged.com/gallery/ [https://rheged.com/gallery/] scroll down to Community Gallery for photos and a summary.  https://farm-fest.org/tickets/ [https://farm-fest.org/tickets/]

Episode 31: In conversation with Lara the new project facilitator for Young Farmers

In this episode Tash and Lara chat about Lara's background with animals and passions such as being a force for good in the community. We learn what has led to her involvement in the project. Lara shares her priorities for the role whilst acknowledging the varied challenges for the farming community. We hear about how Lara uses her life experiences to prioritise her own health and wellbeing and encourages us all to notice nature and practise self care. If you would like us to come to your club to host a wellness session, drop us a message on admin@icanwellbeing.co.uk If you’re struggling or just need someone to talk to: iCan Wellbeing Group CIO - 01228 819101 ask to speak to Lara or email on admin@icanwellbeing.co.uk * Farming Community Network (FCN): 03000 111 999 | ⁠fcn.org.uk⁠ [https://fcn.org.uk/] * RABI: 0800 188 4444 | ⁠rabi.org.uk⁠ [https://rabi.org.uk/] * https://www.kooth.com/rabi [https://www.kooth.com/rabi]  * Mind in Farming: ⁠mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/farming-and-mental-health⁠ [http://mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/farming-and-mental-health%E2%81%A0] * Samaritans (24/7): 116 123 | ⁠samaritans.org [http://samaritans.org]⁠ Remember — we can talk.

Episode 30: Navigating through challenges

Today's episode we discuss the challenges currently faced by Young Farmers, from political, government policies to uncertainty. If you would like to contact us at iCan to deliver a session to you at your Young Farmers Club, then please contact us on admin@icanwellbeing.co.uk Please like ,share and subscribe