Anton Shannon of Good Work Farm

The 567th recipient is Anton Shannon of Good Work Farm in Nazareth, PA. Anton writes:

What self-care and well-being mean to me as a farmer: “Self-care for me is about sustainability, and making sure that I able to sustain myself so that I can steward land sustainably. If I don't have what I need to be healthy and manage stress, I cannot do the work of stewarding land in a healthy way, or providing healthy food for my community.”

How I might use this $250 self-care award: ”I will use the $250 to take yoga classes and receive massage and acupuncture from a community body worker and healer who has helped me manage the physical strains and mental stresses associated with farming.” 

Most important self-care needs that contribute to my well-being as a farmer: "The financial ability to seek out and compensate professional body workers and healers that can help us manage mental and physical stress and health both proactively and at acute times.”

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