In this episode, Stacy Lyn Harris & Michelle Visser discusses the importance of setting priorities and boundaries, the beauty of Southern culture, the power of storytelling, the journey of writing a book, and the impact of busy schedules on family connection. Stacy emphasizes the significance of gathering around the family table and the role it plays in creating a sense of belonging and identity. She also highlights the need for intergenerational relationships and the value of traditions in nurturing family bonds. She emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space for discussions and the impact that food can have on conversations. Stacy also shares tips for outdoor dining and highlights the value of simple conversations. She discusses how cooking is a love language and offers tips for encouraging moms to prepare nutritious meals for their families. Stacy also shares advice on meal planning and preparation, including making excess and freezing meals for busy days.Overall, this conversation explores the challenges and rewards of maintaining strong family connections around the family table in a busy and fast-paced world.A Few Takeaways:-Conversations around the table have the power to inspire and shape individuals.-Food can enhance conversations and create a comforting and grounding atmosphere.-Creating a safe space for discussions allows for deeper and more meaningful conversations.-Preparing ahead of time can help moms provide nutritious meals for their families.FREE resources:Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvqLearn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundzLooking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8Pu My website: https://soulyrested.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrestedPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/Where to find Stacy Lyn Harris:https://stacylynharris.com/https://www.facebook.com/stacylynharris/https://www.instagram.com/stacylynharris/https://www.youtube.com/user/GameandGardenStacy's NEW book: Love Language of the South https://amzn.to/3VcRz7H