323. The Power of Rhythms in Family & in Life with Jim Sheils

The Daily Helping

Jim Sheils is not just your average entrepreneur; alongside his wife Jamie, this dynamic duo has embarked on a mission to help busy professionals find deeper, richer connections with their families. Rewind to episode 206, and you'll remember their heartfelt insights. But today, they're back to delve even deeper.

Being successful real estate investors, Jim and Jamie weren't unfamiliar with the demands of a busy life. Yet, it's their Wall Street Journal bestselling book, "The Family Board Meeting," and their commitment to the "18 Summers" entrepreneur family organization, that showcases their unique expertise.

What drove them to pen "The Family Board Meeting"? It's the realization that while professionals are often armed with resources for business success, the toolkit for familial success is often sparse. Enter rhythms. Not habits, mind you, but rhythms—a term that resonates with intentionality and harmony. These rhythms aren’t just fluff; they’re the heartbeat of lasting familial bonds.

One such rhythm is the "Date Night with a Question." A time carved out weekly for couples to escape the mundane and rediscover each other. Then there's the titular "Family Board Meeting Strategy," a transformative routine ensuring individual bonding time with each child. Imagine a world where parents dedicate a half-day every quarter to understanding their child's evolving world, from princess parties to fishing trips. Jim's own tales shed light on the undeniable impact of such dedicated time. And let's not forget the "Family Adventure," where memories are forged in the crucible of fun and collaboration.

However, starting with these rhythms isn't about overhauling your life overnight. It's about introducing simplicity, starting perhaps with just two or three rhythms. Commit to these pockets of time, and you'll witness harmony weaving its way into your home.

Above all, it's the profound conversations, the open-ended questions on date nights, that pull couples away from the brink of ambivalence and towards the warm embrace of understanding. In a world constantly pulling us in a myriad of directions, Jim and Jamie's message is clear: Your family deserves intentional time. And with rhythms, that's possible.

The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

“Remember: There is no perfect family. If you're aiming for perfection, you're probably setting yourself up for the impossible. You're putting a lot of pressure on your spouse and your kids. It's not about perfection, it's about bridging our imperfection.”

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Resources:

• 206. Maximizing the 18 Summers Before Your Kids Grow Up with Jim & Jamie Sheils

• 18summers.com

• Instagram: @18summerstribe

• Read: “The Family Board Meeting”

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