416: A Real Conversation Every Cattle Producer Needs to Hear with Madison Book

Madison Book, a therapist and agriculture focused wellness professional from western Kansas, joins Lauren for a real conversation about the pressures producers carry, why “just work harder” isn’t always the answer, and how agriculture can become better at supporting one another. From knowing when to slow down to recognizing when a neighbor may need help, Madison shares practical ways producers can take care of themselves and the people around them.Links:Connect with Madison:Sagebrush WellnessPhone: 785-699-7737Creative Connections with Madison: https://www.creativeconnectionswithmadison.com/Phone: 785-434-3389CattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5m⁠CattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/CattleUSA App IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cattleusa/id1673147759CattleUSA App Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edgarmcbee.cusamobile&pcampaignid=web_shareFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusa.shop/products/cattleusa-drive-premium-daily-newsletter?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&brid=YWdncwFNXt0EmdzFy5cJJBp84J9gCattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ShowboatmediacoThe Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/Key Takeaways:Asking for support can be a sign of strength rather than defeatWorking harder is not always the solution when stress continues to buildChecking on a neighbor may require asking the question more than onceSupport can happen through a phone call, coffee, church, a drive or simply showing upSmall moments of connection can make a difference during isolated seasonsSlowing down and noticing your surroundings can help your body come out of a heightened stress responseSimple daily habits like eating, drinking water and walking can help producers function betterTaking care of yourself should be treated like maintaining livestock, equipment and the operationChapters:01:25 The Pressure Producers Carry04:30 Why “Just Work Harder” Isn’t Always the Answer07:18 Asking the Question: Are You Okay?10:20 Showing Up for Your Neighbors13:15 Building Connection in Agriculture16:30 Understanding Your Nervous System19:05 Simple Ways to Slow Down22:00 Food, Water and Taking Care of Yourself25:15 A Reminder Every Producer NeedsMadison Book, Cattle USA Daily, agriculture, cattle producers, cattle industry, ranchers, farmers, agriculture wellness, rural communities, producer stress, farm life, ranch life, agriculture community, rural support, producer wellbeing, working harder, asking for help, supporting neighbors, rural connection, nervous system, stress management, self care, agriculture lifestyle, farm stress, ranch stress, mental health awareness, agricultural community, Sagebrush Wellness, Creative Connections, western Kansas, cattle ranching, farming, rural America