__Jeff and Terra Mattson__ advocate for healthy leadership everywhere as the founders of Living Wholehearted, the hosts of the Living Wholehearted Podcast, and the inspiration behind the national movement Courageous Girls. As a licensed counselor, Terra is the author of Courageous: Being Daughters Rooted in Grace. They are raising two daughters in the countryside outside Portland, Oregon.

__Every leader values integrity, but far too few live it out. The founders of Living Wholehearted, Jeff and Terra Mattson, find that most high-capacity leaders have experienced childhood trauma and use leadership as a way to cope.__  
   
 In Shrinking the Integrity Gap, the Mattsons remind readers that integrity is a way of being and not a one-time event. Providing long-term solutions rooted in grace, they explore the following: - The symptoms and systemic impact of the integrity gap
- How a leader's unresolved story impacts their influence
- Ways to overcome the loneliness and effects of leadership
- Healthy leadership habits for wholehearted leadership

 Integrating biblical truth, clinical research, relational wisdom, and real stories, Shrinking the Integrity Gap equips readers to become the kind of leader anyone would want to follow.

"Great leaders are characterized by virtues such as courage, vision, and decisiveness. But there's one quality that should be at the top of every leader's priority list: integrity. This book offers a vital and timeless message for those who desire to be above reproach in their leadership."

"We're long overdue for a trauma-informed, evidence-based, practical, and biblical guide to wholehearted and integrous leadership. Jeff and Terra Mattson have written just that book and are the real deal. This powerhouse couple are wrapping their arms around leaders everywhere who need personal mentors to coach them out of denial to healing and Wholehearted Leadership."

"We've known Jeff and Terra for a long time and can attest to the fact that they are a living example of this powerful book. Whether you are a leader who is just getting started or you're a seasoned veteran, you won't want to miss out on their message."

"Jeff and Terra Mattson are seasoned counselors who've journeyed through real-life scenarios with many pastors and other ministry leaders. Not only are they expert voices but they embody the values their book offers. You can trust these messengers. I do because they live what they preach."

__True leadership starts with character, not a title. When leaders live and lead with integrity, everyone in their wake benefits. When they lack integrity, everyone in their wake pays … it's just a matter of time. With a focus on processing past and present trauma and the practical tools to heal, Shrinking the Integrity Gap is a call to greater wholeness in a leader's life so the values they preach more closely match the values they live.__

Foreword 15  
 Preface: A Note about the Core Values Index 17  
 Introduction 19  
  
__Part I: Understanding Leadership and Integrity Gaps__  
 Chapter 1: Foundations of Leading 31  
 Chapter 2: Stories of Leading 43  
  
__Part II: Symptoms of Integrity Gaps__  
 Chapter 3: Trauma and Triggers 67  
The Past Is Not in the Past  
 Chapter 4: Guilt and Toxic Shame 83  
If They Only Knew  
 Chapter 5: Escapism and Compartmentalization 97  
Everybody Loves Me … Outside My House  
 Chapter 6: Narcissism 115  
I Think I'm Pretty Amazing  
 Chapter 7: Arrogance 139  
I'm Better Than Everyone Else  
 Chapter 8: Blind Spots 157  
Too Little Time to Listen  
 Chapter 9: Burnout 175  
It's Easier for Me to Just Do It  
 Chapter 10: Isolation 193  
No One Really Knows Me  
 Chapter 11: Survival 213  
Needs Are a Sign of Weakness  
 Chapter 12: Hiding 233  
Confession Costs Too Much  
  
 Conclusion: Hope for Wholehearted Leadership 261  
  
 Acknowledgments 271  
  
 Appendix A: Family Genogram sample 273  
 Appendix B: Concentric Circles Exercise 275  
 Notes 277

"Shrinking the Integrity Gap" by Jeff Mattson explores the link between childhood trauma and leadership integrity. It offers insights on overcoming leadership challenges and fostering healthy habits.

\["For leaders seeking to live with authentic integrity", "Addresses the root causes of the integrity gap", "You will inspire trust and connection in your leadership"\]

This insightful book teaches leaders how to embody true integrity.

Jeff Mattson;Terra A. Mattson

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Foreword

Preface: A Note about the Core Values Index

Introduction

Part I: Understanding Leadership and Integrity Gaps

Chapter 1: Foundations of Leading

Chapter 2: Stories of Leading

Part II: Symptoms of Integrity Gaps

Chapter 3: Trauma and Triggers

Chapter 4: Guilt and Toxic Shame

Chapter 5: Escapism and Compartmentalization

Chapter 6: Narcissism

Chapter 7: Arrogance

Chapter 8: Blind Spots

Chapter 9: Burnout

Chapter 10: Isolation

Chapter 11: Survival

Chapter 12: Hiding

Conclusion: Hope for Wholehearted Leadership

Acknowledgments

Appendix A: Family Genogram sample

Appendix B: Concentric Circles Exercise

Notes

Every leader values integrity, but far too few live it out. The founders of Living Wholehearted, Jeff and Terra Mattson, find that most high-capacity leaders have experienced childhood trauma and use leadership as a way to cope.  
   
 In Shrinking the Integrity Gap, the Mattsons remind readers that integrity is a way of being and not a one-time event. Providing long-term solutions rooted in grace, they explore the following:

- The symptoms and systemic impact of the integrity gap
- How a leader’s unresolved story impacts their influence
- Ways to overcome the loneliness and effects of leadership
- Healthy leadership habits for wholehearted leadership

 Integrating biblical truth, clinical research, relational wisdom, and real stories, Shrinking the Integrity Gap equips readers to become the kind of leader anyone would want to follow.

"Shrinking the Integrity Gap" by Jeff Mattson explores integrity in leadership, addressing childhood trauma and offering solutions for healthy, wholehearted leadership through biblical and clinical insights.

\["For leaders wanting to enhance their integrity and influence", "Addresses the gap between values and actions in leadership", "You will lead with authenticity and inspire others to follow"\]

Discover how to align your leadership with true integrity.

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