Episode 256: Bored Kids, Whole Hearts- What a Media Fast Taught Us
With Jeff and Terra Mattson and Featured Guests Josh and Jaelyn Harrel
In this episode, we sit down with Josh and Jaelyn Harrel of Restored Living to unpack the powerful experience of their family’s 30-day media fast. We talk about what it revealed in their kids, their marriage, and their leadership. From rediscovering time freedom to learning to lead from a place of wholeness rather than hustle, this conversation is rich with practical insights and heartfelt encouragement. We also explore how their two-year journey in the Wholehearted Leadership Cohort shaped how they live, lead, and love—right where they are.
Presence brings freedom: Time freedom isn’t something we earn—it’s something we reclaim when we’re present.
Boredom is a gift to our kids: Without constant stimulation, children grow more resilient, creative, and emotionally aware.
Healthy leaders embrace limits: True leadership is formed by knowing your wiring, honoring your season, and leading from the inside out.
Transformation takes practice, not perfection: The media fast wasn’t flawless, but it shaped their family and rhythms in lasting ways.
Seasons shape priorities: Embracing your current lane—whether that’s parenting or leading—brings peace and purpose.
Experience changes more than information: Giving kids and leaders a new lived experience creates lasting transformation.
Website: restoredliving.com
Instagram: @restoredliving
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Jeff & Terra
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