Sacrifice and Stewardship:
Caring for Yourself to Serve What Matters Most

Burnout isn't just a personal issue... it's an organizational risk. When leaders and teams don't steward their energy, missions stall, momentum fades, and the people who need you most get left behind.

The best way to serve others sustainably... is to steward yourself first.

Bring “Sacrifice & Stewardship” to Your Organization

Whether you lead a nonprofit, a healthcare team, a ministry, or a values-driven business... this message is for you.

I deliver keynotes, leadership workshops, and retreats built around the truth that sustainable impact begins with sustainable people.

Let's equip your team to serve longer, stronger, and with more joy.

"Taking care of yourself isn’t abandoning your mission...
it’s equipping yourself to carry it further."
— Dr. Jeff Frey, TEDxHBU

In Sacrifice & Stewardship, Dr. Jeff Frey challenges the false choice between self-care and self-sacrifice. Through story, reflection, and research, this talk offers a new definition of leadership... one that honors both your calling and your capacity.

Three Bold Ideas:

1. Self-sacrifice without stewardship isn’t noble — it’s dangerous.
2. Self-care isn’t selfish — it’s strategic.
3. You protect your mission best when you protect your ability to serve.

But the truth is, if you give everything without caring for yourself, you won’t have anything left to give. Sacrifice without stewardship leads to burnout... and eventually, it betrays the very mission you set out to serve.