Ep. 547 Garr Russell: Why Pain Is Your Kid's Best Teacher

Join Ned as he sits down with entrepreneur and father of four, Garr Russell, for a raw conversation about what really matters in fatherhood. Garr shares his unconventional approach to raising kids—from buying a restaurant so the whole family could work together, to full-time RVing for five years, to navigating his daughter's most vulnerable moment. They dive deep into the power of physical touch, why we need to stop rescuing our kids from pain, and the critical importance of maintaining heart connection above all else. Garr reveals how one word from his own father marked him for years, and why he's fighting to create a different legacy. This isn't your typical parenting advice—it's about building grit, hearing God's voice, and preparing your kids for their calling. Whether you homeschool or not, whether you work 12-hour days or own a restaurant, the principles Garr shares will challenge you to show up differently for your family.

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