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EPISODE · May 26, 2025 · 45 MIN

Jenn Schleyer: From Restless to Rooted | How a Millennial Farmstead Family Found Purpose

from Russell Jones Speaks · host Russell Jones

In today’s inspiring episode, Russell Jones speaks with Jenn Schleyer,  co-founder of Middle Mountain Farmstead, about the bold choice she and  her husband Zach made to leave behind the noise of modern life — and  rediscover meaning through farming, family, and faith in White Sulphur  Springs, West Virginia.  Zach, a veteran, and Jenn, a former physical therapist, now live and  work full-time on their small mountain farm raising pastured pigs,  chickens, and dairy goats, baking sourdough bread, and creating  all-natural skincare products — all while raising two young boys (and  expecting one more!).  🌱 In a world obsessed with hustle, their story is a beautiful return to  slow, simple, and sustainable living.  🎧 In this episode: Why this millennial couple traded comfort for community What it really means to live with intention How farming became a path to healing and wholeness The joy (and reality!) of raising a family off the land Why local, natural, and handmade is more than just a trend — it’s a  legacy  🧡 Whether you're a young family looking for a different path… 🌾 Curious about homesteading or clean living… 👣 Or just longing to live more grounded — this episode is for YOU.  👉 Don’t just listen — live it:  ✨ Share this episode with a friend dreaming of a simpler life  💬 What would you grow or raise if you had your own land? Drop it in the  comments!  🌍 Follow Jenn’s journey at Middle Mountain Farmstead  📲 Explore Russell’s mission and message at: www.russelljonesspeaks.com  #JennSchleyer #MiddleMountainFarmstead #HomesteadLiving #FaithAndFamily #MillennialFarmers #OffGridLife #SlowLiving #SustainableLiving #FarmToTable #RussellJonesSpeaks #BackToTheLand #NaturalParenting #HealthyLivingPodcast #FamilyFirst #SimpleLife #VeteranOwnedFarm

In today's inspiring episode, Russell Jones speaks with Jenn Schleyer,  co-founder of Middle Mountain Farmstead, about the bold choice she and  her husband Zach made to leave behind the noise of modern life — and  rediscover meaning through farming, family, and faith in White Sulphur  Springs, West Virginia.  Zach, a veteran, and Jenn, a former physical therapist, now live and  work full-time on their small mountain farm raising pastured pigs,  chickens, and dairy goats, baking sourdough bread, and creating  all-natural skincare products — all while raising two young boys (and  expecting one more!).  🌱 In a world obsessed with hustle, their story is a beautiful return to  slow, simple, and sustainable living.  🎧 In this episode: Why this millennial couple traded comfort for community What it really means to live with intention How farming became a path to healing and wholeness The joy (and reality!) of raising a family off the land Why local, natural, and handmade is more than just a trend — it's a  legacy  🧡 Whether you're a young family looking for a different path… 🌾 Curious about homesteading or clean living… 👣 Or just longing to live more grounded — this episode is for YOU.  👉 Don't just listen — live it:  ✨ Share this episode with a friend dreaming of a simpler life  💬 What would you grow or raise if you had your own land? Drop it in the  comments!  🌍 Follow Jenn's journey at Middle Mountain Farmstead  📲 Explore Russell's mission and message at: www.russelljonesspeaks.com  #JennSchleyer #MiddleMountainFarmstead #HomesteadLiving #FaithAndFamily #MillennialFarmers #OffGridLife #SlowLiving #SustainableLiving #FarmToTable #RussellJonesSpeaks #BackToTheLand #NaturalParenting #HealthyLivingPodcast #FamilyFirst #SimpleLife #VeteranOwnedFarm

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