The weather has taken its toll on the morale of farmers. Trying to keep a positive mindset is difficult, but will make it easier to go about the day-to-day jobs.
Dropping in with a neighbour and having a bit of craic over a cup of tea can lift the mindset.
Spring 2024 has been tough on farmers and it has left many people at an all-time low in terms of morale, mental health and enthusiasm to head out into the yard every day.
While it is easy said, try to keep a positive mindset as much as possible.
Also, pay attention to the mood and body language of friends and neighbours when talking to them.
Drop in on a neighbour or call at the local mart for an hour. These farmers are facing similar challenges to yourself, so it is good to hear how they are coping over a cup of tea.
Make a point to change the subject away from weather as much as possible, as this topic can turn a conversation in a negative tone.
There are plenty of other things happening in the world outside farming. A 10-minute recap of the local club match last weekend or expectations from the big championship games to come will be more upbeat.
Weather conditions are forecast to take a turn for the better and, hopefully, grazing and fieldwork can start in the next week to 10 days.
Until then, small things like a bit of craic with a few farming friends will help give the mind a lift.
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Title: Keeping a positive mindset amid weather woes
The weather has taken its toll on the morale of farmers. Trying to keep a positive mindset is difficult, but will make it easier to go about the day-to-day jobs.
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Spring 2024 has been tough on farmers and it has left many people at an all-time low in terms of morale, mental health and enthusiasm to head out into the yard every day.
While it is easy said, try to keep a positive mindset as much as possible.
Also, pay attention to the mood and body language of friends and neighbours when talking to them.
Drop in on a neighbour or call at the local mart for an hour. These farmers are facing similar challenges to yourself, so it is good to hear how they are coping over a cup of tea.
Make a point to change the subject away from weather as much as possible, as this topic can turn a conversation in a negative tone.
There are plenty of other things happening in the world outside farming. A 10-minute recap of the local club match last weekend or expectations from the big championship games to come will be more upbeat.
Weather conditions are forecast to take a turn for the better and, hopefully, grazing and fieldwork can start in the next week to 10 days.
Until then, small things like a bit of craic with a few farming friends will help give the mind a lift.
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