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Tri-Valley FFA attend Ohio FFA State Convention HEALTH & WELLNESS

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The Tri-Valley FFA attended the Ohio Braylie Burkey place 3rd in the state net Brocklehurst received his 1st place Spiritual
FFA State Convention where they were for her proficiency area (Outdoor rec- plaque for the state Greenhand test. To
honored for charitable donations to their reation). They were awarded for their top it off Tri-Valley had 7 members walk Wellness: What
community. They also had 3 gold rated 1st place state wildlife championship; across the stage to receive their state Speaks to You?
officers recognized; Landyn Prouty (Sec- qualifying members of the team were degrees.
retary), Katherine Stafford (Reporter), William Dearing, Jackson Staugh, Ad-
and Braylie Burkey (Treasurer). They saw dison Woerner, and Avery Stewart. Ben- by Alexus Masterson, MPH,
Family & Consumer Sciences Educator
Ohio State University Extension,
Muskingum County

Have you ever wondered what is
missing in your life? Maybe everything
is going well but it feels like something
is off balance. The eight dimensions of
wellness tell us that physical, emotional,
social, intellectual environmental, spiri-
tual, vocational, and financial health
are all connected to one another and
play into our wellbeing. Today, we are
going to look at spiritual wellness and
ways to practice that to improve our
lives. Spiritual wellness can be defined
as a sense of purpose and meaning in
life, including morals and ethics. It can
sometimes include religious activities
but not always (Northwestern University,
2025). Spirituality can look different for
everyone including the activities that are
comfortable for them as it is not a “one
Ohio FFA State Degree recipients pictured from left to right Coner Maxwell, Aaron McConnell, Braylie Burkey, Katherine Stafford, Landyn Prouty, and William size fits all approach”.
Dearing. (not pictured Delaney Bell, and Peyton Minner) Submitted Examples of this include yoga, med-
itation, journaling feelings, having a qui-
et moment, or serving the community.
Think about doing things that “fill your
cup” and keep it simple at first. Find-
ing a routine for things that can fill our
cup can be hard when we are balancing
multiple schedules and high expecta-
tions. As you know by now, I am a men-
tal health advocate and firm believer
in balance even though I struggle with
balance myself. Praying or taking part in
religious organizations can be comfort-
ing to many people and helps them stay
connected with their faith. If your faith
organization offers community events,
consider signing up to help or be part
of the planning committee. Mindfulness
throughout this process may be benefi-
cial to help keep yourself grounded and
avoid frustration on this journey. Remind
yourself that spirituality is a process and
is not a linear and to be kind to yourself.
Bennet Brocklehurst, the top finisher in the state The State Champion Wildlife team pictured on the stage with their 1st place banner; from left to right Whatever journey you are on, make sure
for the Greenhand Quiz Career Development William Dearing, Avery Stewart, Addison Woerner, and Jackson Staugh. Submitted to enjoy it and live in the moment!
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Sources:
Northwestern University. (2025). Spiritual
Wellness. Wellness At Northwestern. https://
ADVERTISE IN THE DRESDEN BUZZ. www.northwestern.edu/wellness/8-dimen-
sions/spiritual-wellness.html
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Local Students Receive

Gleaner Scholarships

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The Gleaner Life Insurance Society Local families interested in becoming
Scholarship Foundation recently an- Gleaner members should reach out
nounced local Gleaner benefit member to Steve Matson, Agent/Financial Ad-
students receiving scholarships in the viser at Matson Retirement Planning in
amount of $2,500. Local students re- Zanesville at (740) 454-7646.
ceiving scholarships are:
• Kailyn Cash
Braylie Burkey pictured holding her 3rd place Tri-Valley FFA’s 3 gold rated officers; from left Kent State University
proficiency Plaque. Submitted to right Braylie Burkey, Katherine Stafford, and • Tate Fuhriman
Landyn Prouty Submitted Brigham Young University-Provo
• Evan Rector
Zane State College New Puzzles
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