Juan Carlos Arango of Sobremesa Farm

The 486th recipient is Juan Carlos Arango of Sobremesa Farm in Bloomington, IN. Juan Carlos writes:

What self-care and well-being mean to me as a farmer: “Taking time away from tasks at the farm and inviting friends over to sit on the porch, chat, eat and drink. Catching up on the lives of others and sharing what we are doing to make a healthier world, one acre at a time!”

How I might use this $100 self-care award: “I would spend it on local food to round out a menu for friends to share in.”

Most important self-care needs that contribute to my well-being as a farmer: "Connect with your neighbors, don’t be isolated, find out how others feel about the issues that impact them the most and be open to listen and not judge.”

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