{"id":12649,"date":"2026-03-31T00:00:13","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T04:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/?p=12649"},"modified":"2026-03-31T13:33:52","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T17:33:52","slug":"the-importance-of-family-legacy-planning-in-agriculture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/2026\/03\/31\/the-importance-of-family-legacy-planning-in-agriculture\/","title":{"rendered":"65: How Therapists Can Help Farmers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; 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shares how her work with farm families has shown her that transition planning often stalls not because people don\u2019t care, but because grief, fear, guilt, and old family patterns are getting in the way. From identity loss in older generations to communication struggles between siblings, this discussion highlights why emotional healing is often a necessary first step.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Together, we talk about how therapy can support the succession process, why families need a safe space to say what hasn\u2019t been spoken, and how healthier communication can make the road forward feel more possible.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b><strong><em>\u201cIt\u2019s never too late to get things on the right track, and it\u2019s never too early to start thinking about what that legacy means to you.\u201d \u2014 Colleen Stegenga<\/em><\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b><strong>In this episode, they discuss:<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>The emotional challenges faced by farm families during succession.<\/li>\n<li>How grief, fear, and guilt impact decision-making.<\/li>\n<li>The importance of early conversations about legacy, identity, and expectations.<\/li>\n<li>Strategies for reducing stigma around mental health in rural communities.<\/li>\n<li>The role of family dinners and regular check-ins in strengthening relationships.<\/li>\n<li>Navigating sibling dynamics and fairness in inheritance.<\/li>\n<li>The benefits and accessibility of telehealth for farm families.<\/li>\n<li>Practical communication tips for difficult conversations.<\/li>\n<li>Creating safe spaces for emotional expression and conflict resolution.<\/li>\n<li>The significance of personal and cultural identity is tied to farming.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b><strong>Resources Mentioned During This Episode<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/embracingchangecs.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Embracing Change, CS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/farmfamilycoach.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Farm Family Coach Website<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.domore.ag\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Merle Massie &#8211; Do More Ag Foundation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/Rules-Estrangement-Adult-Children-Conflict\/dp\/0593136888\/ref=sr_1_1?crid=21AGBD21AY47A&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.m9E_qfjSui-VGl_D219PI5m5SDNwtuy8VDBUiTJRSshcswxzOcmwj6AX2i_6TpyvN72_RTMGC5n4uYNjS1qkzv1r6XmNeOimGzQqns8AZPUfFihhH0dhsR9XlejI521UirNRb2h9aWQ1jiGlgaF63Vu70233b25HLnMRaRe_I5CTm1CUBxFPW4OPIk2O9P5yVqg7tLQfjMC7hmuYXDhQUehMbpqrF6iFFsllNcP86t0h5Ff-LuvT4Nus6QdpMPKhP26z6bKh5UdurNrWYNKWmsaMePTvVA3bQu5wYEkgSmw.-Rk0ZnUXHP_PTjFJigLG62QiIw3Zpuo2_dXYkMLjtlQ&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=rules+of+estrangement+by+joshua+coleman&amp;qid=1773768273&amp;sprefix=rules+of+estra%2Caps%2C180&amp;sr=8-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Josh Coleman&#8217;s book Rules of Estrangement<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lancewoodbury.com\/articles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lance Woodbury&#8217;s Articles on Family Estrangement<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b><strong>About Our Guest<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12651 alignnone  alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screen-Shot-2026-03-24-at-2.46.40-AM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"118\" height=\"173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screen-Shot-2026-03-24-at-2.46.40-AM.png 450w, https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screen-Shot-2026-03-24-at-2.46.40-AM-205x300.png 205w, https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screen-Shot-2026-03-24-at-2.46.40-AM-82x120.png 82w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 118px) 100vw, 118px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\">As a licensed social worker, Colleen Stegenga combines her knowledge of agricultural life, her lived experiences, and her occupation as a therapist to serve farmers, their families, and rural areas by advocating for the importance of mental health awareness and support in these communities. Having grown up on a dairy farm in small-town South Dakota, Colleen is familiar with the challenges and triumphs that accompany the farming profession. As a therapist, she helps equip clients with the tools to manage and overcome the symptoms of anxiety, depression, dysfunctional families, negative self-esteem, and more. By founding Embracing Change Counseling LLC, Colleen has strived to create a welcoming, compassionate space where individuals feel seen, supported, and empowered.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b><strong>Connect with Colleen:<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><a href=\"mailto:colleen@embracingchangecs.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Email Colleen<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/colleen-stegenga-14344438\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Follow Colleen on LinkedIn<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/linktr.ee\/embracingchangecounselingcs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Follow Colleen on Link Tree<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b><strong>Elaine Froese Resources:<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/speaking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SPEAKING &#8211; book Elaine for your next event<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">COACHING &#8211; explore Farm Transition Coaching<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/membership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MEMBERSHIP &#8211; become a Farm Family Transition Member<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/free-planning-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FREE STUFF &#8211; downloadable tools for your farm transition<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CONTACT &#8211; take the next steps in your transition<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b><strong>Farm Family Coach Social Media Links<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/farmfamilycoach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/farmfamilycoach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/farmfamilycoach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/elainefroese\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">X<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/farmfamilycoach\/videos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@farmfamilycoach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TikTok<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Submit a Question<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Have a burning question you\u2019d like answered on the show? Ask it\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/keap.app\/contact-us\/8259754198955662\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Share Your Thoughts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Did you enjoy this episode of the Farm Family Harmony Podcast? Keep the conversation going by sharing your experiences and perspectives in the comments below. Your involvement is what makes this community THRIVE! Have your say \u2013 we\u2019re all ears!<\/p>\n<p>Help us grow our community by rating the show or submitting a review on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/0UCkbGF76mrbbP8UJdjP3e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spotify<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/farm-family-harmony-podcast\/id1659119952\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple<\/a>. Sharing an episode with your community, family, and friends, or commenting on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/farmfamilycoach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a>, is another great way to show your support!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b><strong>Timestamps<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span>[00:30]<\/span> &#8211; Introduction to farm family transitions and emotional support<br \/><span>[03:15]<\/span> &#8211; Colleen&#8217;s journey to becoming an ag-informed therapist<br \/><span>[05:45]<\/span> &#8211; The emotional impact of farm succession: grief, fear, guilt<br \/><span>[08:35]<\/span> &#8211; How farm identity influences transition challenges<br \/><span>[11:30]<\/span> &#8211; Addressing fears of failure and change among aging farmers<br \/><span>[14:35]<\/span> &#8211; Sibling relationships and fairness in farm inheritance<br \/><span>[17:40]<\/span> &#8211; Preparing families for tough conversations about legacy<br \/><span>[19:55]<\/span> &#8211; The importance of mental health awareness and de-stigmatization<br \/><span>[22:20]<\/span> &#8211; How telehealth helps farm families access therapy<br \/><span>[26:30]<\/span> &#8211; Ways to foster connection and celebrate family bonds<br \/><span>[30:40]<\/span> &#8211; Effective communication strategies and conflict management<br \/><span>[33:30]<\/span> &#8211; Building a supportive, respectful family environment<br \/><span>[36:30]<\/span> &#8211; Recognizing and addressing estrangement in farm families<br \/><span>[39:30]<\/span> &#8211; The power of early planning, hope, and ongoing support<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Family legacy planning goes beyond finances\u2014it\u2019s deeply emotional. 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Listeners will gain insightful and practical wisdom on how to achieve a farm family transition that is oriented towards creating conditions for positive relationships and building healthy teams and organizational culture.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cActually, I morally judge people all the time, and then all of a sudden I find myself in a conversation with them, and it's really rewarding, and I'm totally surprised. See what happens when you're open to curiosity about someone? In the Art of Hosting, we call these limiting beliefs. 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Rosenberg, Ph.D: Founder of the Center for Nonviolent Communication<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/viktorfranklamerica.com\/viktor-frankl-bio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Viktor E. Frankl: Author and Holocaust Survivor<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<b>Blog Posts<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/2023\/08\/03\/how-to-say-sorry-at-harvest-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Say \u201cSorry\u201d at Harvest <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">by Elaine Froese<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/2024\/09\/12\/thinking-inside-the-box-of-lateral-thinking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thinking Inside the Box of Lateral Thinking<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by Lydia Carpenter<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/2022\/09\/22\/the-power-of-a-letter-to-get-unstuck\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The power of a letter to get unstuck<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by Elaine Froese<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<b>Other<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/coaching\/conflict-dynamics-profile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conflict Dynamics Profile<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Elaine Froese Resources & Links<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/speaking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SPEAKING - book Elaine for your next event<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">COACHING - find your Farm Transition Coach<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/membership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MEMBERSHIP - join the waitlist for the\u00a0 Farm Family Harmony Member<\/span>ship<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/elainefroese.com\/free-planning-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RESOURCES - download for FREE<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CONTACT - take the next steps in your transition<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>About Our Guest<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-10342 alignnone alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screen-Shot-2024-12-18-at-12.23.42-AM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"160\" height=\"136\" \/>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lyle is a Professional Agrologist with the Manitoba Institute of Agrologists and has a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Economics from the University of Manitoba. He also has training in conflict management, mediation, and group facilitation. He works as a Grain Marketing Advisor where he assists farmers as they produce and sell their crops.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/coaching\/coaching-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coaching Profile<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Submit a Question<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a burning question you\u2019d like answered on the show by Elaine or one of her amazing coaches? Ask it <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/coachfroese.infusionsoft.app\/app\/form\/podcast-questions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HERE<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>Share Your Thoughts<\/b>\r\n\r\nDid you enjoy this episode of the Farm Family Harmony Podcast? Keep the conversation going by sharing your experiences and perspectives in the comments below. Your involvement is what makes this community THRIVE! Have your say \u2013 we\u2019re all ears!\r\n\r\nHelp us grow our community by rating the show or submitting a review on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/0UCkbGF76mrbbP8UJdjP3e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spotify<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/farm-family-harmony-podcast\/id1659119952%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple<\/a>. Sharing an episode with your community, family, and friends, or commenting on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/farmfamilycoach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0is another great way to show your support!\r\n\r\n<strong>Timestamps<\/strong>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:00:30 Introduction to Lyle Wiens<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:03:34 Art of Hosting and the Principles of Dialogue<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:05:33 Key Principles of the Principles of Dialogue<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:08:42 What it means to \u201chost yourself\u201d<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:10:03 Listening vs Convincing<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:10:42 Barry Johnson and Polarity<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:13:51 Honoring the intensity of agriculture<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:18:00 Power dynamic in farm family transition<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:18:45 Navigating and hosting powerful people<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:20:00 Sitting with tension and being conflict-aware<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:22:23 The stories we tell ourselves<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:23:25 Power, Control, and Perfectionism<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:25:42 Nonviolent Communication<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:26:23 Life-alienating Communication<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:27:26 Moralistic Judgements<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:29:16 Limiting Beliefs<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:31:35 There\u2019s always a choice<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:36:25 Crying and the culture of love<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">0:35:42 A generational resistance to face-to-face 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