Magdalena Toran of Natural Roots

The 496th recipient is Magdalena Toran of Natural Roots in Conway, MA. Magdalena writes:

What self-care and well-being mean to me as a farmer: “Tending to our over-all well being, through restorative activities like movement practices, time away from the farm, massage and body work are essential for managing the intense stress that comes from being a small, diversified farm in the U.S.”

How I might use this $100 self-care award: “I would use the award to get a late season body work session, when the work is particularly heavy and injury rates are higher due to fatigue and overwork.”

Most important self-care needs that contribute to my well-being as a farmer: "My most important self care need is quiet time in nature.”

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