{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"REALIFE Conversations from the Porch","title":"291 -  Sabbaticals for Entrepreneurs: My Personal Journey towards Sabbatical","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/4a70dd73\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1602,"description":"\nIn this heartfelt episode, I open up about a deeply personal journey—my decision to take a sabbatical from my business later this year. Join me as I share why I've chosen to step away, how I've been preparing both spiritually and logistically, and the challenges that come with such a bold move. You'll hear about my reflections around turning 63, the inspiration from Ruth Haley Barton's work, and my desire to model rest and renewal in the entrepreneurial space. Plus, I'll be updating you on my progress monthly, inviting you to journey alongside me as I prepare for this transformative time.\nTime Stamps: \n\n00:00 Uncommon for business leaders to take sabbaticals.\n05:34 Embracing work and rest for balanced living.\n08:11 Entrepreneur taking sabbatical for personal and professional growth.\n10:30 Podcast invites on sabbatical preparation journey.\n14:22 Scheduled sabbatical from November 4 to January 6.\n18:05 Preparing for sabbatical, including European cruise.\n23:36 Trusting in uncertainty, finding courage in faith.\n25:14 Coveting prayers, building business, rest, journey together.\nResources Mentioned in this Episode:\nEmbracing Rhythms of Work and Rest - Book by Ruth Haley Barton\nPracticing the Way book by John Mark Comer\nThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer\nThomas Merton Prayer \n\nTransforming Center Podcast on Sabbath and Sabbatical\nhttps://transformingcenter.org/strengthening-the-soul-of-your-leadership-podcast/season-eighteen/\n\nFREE RESOURCES:\nTake the FREE Intro to Needs & Values Assessment\nReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.\n\nFREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your Calendar\nReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!\n\nGet to know the story behind the REALIFE Process® through our film, Rested Success!\nCLICK HERE to watch the 15-minute...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/OVBSsKfZpBrbPhPEq4ZcGRvv5b0hdwV76ndOwfbQqLk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81MWUx/NGExOTVlZDY1Zjg5/NDRhMWExYmY2NmE4/NGFmMi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}