14. Sabbath Reset: Breaking Free from Busyness

In this episode of the Steward Lab Podcast, hosts James and Amberlee Rich discuss the significance of setting boundaries to invite freedom and rest into our lives. They share personal experiences and strategies for implementing a weekly Sabbath to cultivate rest, reduce busyness, and foster stronger family connections. The conversation underscores the importance of creating margin in our schedules to savor slow moments, confront societal expectations of constant productivity, and reframe our identities beyond our to-do lists. Tune in to explore how practicing Sabbath can positively impact your time management, personal well-being, and relationship with God.

00:00 Introduction to Boundaries and Freedom

00:09 Welcome to the Steward Lab Podcast

01:07 Recap and Today's Topic: Sabbath

01:42 The Concept of Unhurried Life

02:18 The Problem with Busyness

03:45 Creating Margin for Slow Moments

04:23 The Value of Boredom and Stillness

05:00 Intentional Family Time

11:03 The Importance of Saying No

12:16 Implementing Sabbath in Daily Life

16:18 Benefits of Practicing Sabbath

18:34 Weekly Rest and Family Connection

24:01 Reframing Identity Through Rest

26:59 Experiment: Finding Weekly Rest

28:15 Conclusion and Next Steps