Talking points: relationships

We all know how a couple handles conflict can be the difference between love that’s thriving and resilient and something that is…well, the exact opposite: leading through conflict. Listen in for five aspects of the that don’t get talked about often enough, in my opinion.

(00:00:00) - Intro, and a practical definition of conflict

(00:03:14) - Address your conflict kryptonite

(00:05:59) - Ownership over blame

(00:07:57) - Stop seeing conflict as a path to disconnection, and have conflict “agreements” 

(00:10:44) - Breathe, ground, assess

(00:13:30) - The best question to ask

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Talking points: mindset, purpose, military, masculinity

A sincere honor to chat with J.R., and I’m blown away by his perspective and honesty on the hardship he’s faced—and overcome. We cover a lot of ground: the importance of male friendship, the struggles veterans can go through, the importance of vulnerability AND accountability. Throughout it all, J.R.’s outlook shines through. Listen in, team.

(00:00:00) - JR’s defining moment

(00:11:45) - What happened to JR during his deployment

(00:23:58) - How men and veterans get stripped of purpose and identity, what contributes to that, and how we can do better 

(00:38:04) - What JR would say to men who see the state of things and retreat into isolation, and the importance of building emotional for yourself

(00:55:50) - What JR would teach the next generation of men

J.R. Martinez’s life story is one of resilience and transformation. A Louisiana-born Army veteran and Iraq War survivor, Martinez faced tragedy early in his military service when a roadside bomb explosion left him with severe burns covering over a third of his body. His recovery included 34 months of treatment and 33 surgeries, a challenging journey that revealed his strength and inspired a new purpose.

Martinez began sharing his story, quickly becoming a sought-after speaker, captivating audiences at military bases and for major organizations like Delta and Wells Fargo. His personal mantra, “Adapt & Overcome,” resonated deeply, embodying his commitment to resilience and gratitude. He’s also become an advocate for organizations like the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors and Glasswing International, earning awards like the Ivy Award and the National Red Cross Spirit Award.

In 2008, Martinez ventured into acting with a role on All My Children, which opened doors in entertainment. He won the 2011 season of Dancing with the Stars, capturing audiences nationwide. His memoir, Full of Heart, became a New York Times bestseller, and he later pursued higher education, a milestone for his family. Today, Martinez continues to inspire through speaking engagements, acting, and advocacy, sharing his journey of strength and hope with audiences worldwide while balancing family life with his wife, Diana, and their children.

Connect with JR

-Website: https://jrmartinez.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjrmartinez

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamjrmartinez

-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jradapt/

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Talking points: porn, addiction, mindset, psychology

We all know it’s not easy. We all know it takes time. What you might NOT know is that there’s a simple reframe about quitting things like porn, weed, alcohol, and more that swings the odds in your favor. Listen in.

(00:00:00) - Intro

(00:02:58) - A new perspective on some addictions

(00:04:27) - The real question to ask

(00:07:08) - What to do instead 

(00:09:27) - If you’re like me, this is gonna take time

(00:19:45) - Number five: they create, maintain, and repair connection

(00:25:04) - If you’re not sure which one to start with, start here

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Talking points: fatherhood, attachment, communication

Back in August, I had this gentleman on, and we covered some deep ground. In part two, we end up looking at a present struggle, fatherhood, and how it both connects and is separate from old patterns. 

This is an excellent episode to check out if you’ve been curious about what shape repeat sessions can take, and how we can use what we’ve learned about ourselves not just to overcome our own obstacles, but help others too.

(00:00:00) - Intro, recap, and an update
(00:05:49) - We tend to overlook the healing and focus on what’s still going wrong
(00:09:56) - The challenges helping and managing an adopted son, and the fear of being unable to help
(00:18:21) - Similarities between what’s being experienced now and what was experienced as a child
(00:20:29) - What it’s like trying to connect with a son and not feeling like it’s happening
(00:28:24) - “What feels familiar between the relationship you have with your son and the relationship that you as a boy had with your father?”
(00:30:04) - You might be more alike than you think
(00:34:36) - How might the work of grieving a mother’s passing and relating to your son be connected?

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Talking points: culture, relationships, systemic issues

66% of young men are single, fewer and fewer men are graduating college, boys are disproportionately punished in school, there are fewer male teachers and therapists than ever, and millions of men aren't even listed as unemployed because they're simply not seeking work. Something's going on.

(00:00:00) - Intro and some stats
(00:04:17) - I’m not going to sit here and blame men OR women
(00:06:30) - Social reasons men check out
(00:09:45) - The definition of a good man is almost entirely up to women 
(00:12:06) - Structurally, men aren’t being incentivized to go into higher education
(00:14:59) - I think that support networks for men and boys are collapsing or are not male friendly
(00:16:57) - Men generally aren't finding resonance in the therapeutic industry, nor can they find male therapists
(00:19:41) - There’s been a significant decline in the number and diversity of male relationships
(00:22:30) - Where do we go from here?

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Talking points: breathwork, neurophysiology, fear

I know many, many people whose lives have been profoundly changed by getting into Wim's style of breathwork, myself included. This was one of my absolute favorite interviews, and Wim's fierceness and passion for helping people is absolutely mind-blowing.

If you're looking to understand a little more about what breathwork can do, this is THE episode for you.

(00:00:00) - Intro and what happens when men gather
(00:03:56) - One of Wim’s defining moments: trapped under the ice
(00:06:14) - Wim’s journey with fear 
(00:11:13) - How do we begin using our breath to confront fear, and some of the science behind breath work. 
(00:20:38) - On how breath helps regulate the nervous system
(00:28:07) - Why breath work and cold therapy? 
(00:31:57) - Are there any similarities between deep breath work and psychedelics? 
(00:36:48) - Does breathwork behave similarly to DMT?
(00:42:23) - Why do some people get tingly or see shapes during breath work?
(00:49:00) - Are inflammation and fear related?

Wim Hof, aka "The Iceman," is a Dutch extreme athlete born. Renowned for his ability to withstand extreme cold, Hof has set records for ice endurance and advocates for the health benefits of cold exposure combined with his breathing techniques. His Wim Hof Method, a blend of cold therapy, breathing, and meditation, claims to control the autonomic nervous system and immune response, intriguing scientists and wellness enthusiasts alike. Beyond his physical feats, Hof promotes a philosophy of natural living and the mind-body connection, inspiring people globally to explore their own potential boundaries.

Connect with Wim

-Website: https://www.wimhofmethod.com/

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxHTM1FYxeC4F7xDsBVltGg

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Talking points: potential, growth, mindset

We all have images of who and what we're capable of. Flashes of motivation and inspiration based on what we know deep, deep down to be true of us.

Getting from images to reality, from dreams to concrete fact, is the battle. The best one you'll ever fight. The following are simple (but not easy) steps based on years of work with men, endless hours of study, and mentorship with some amazing people.

(00:00:00) - Intro and where the challenge lies
(00:03:37) - Develop skills that matter to you, will improve your life, and improve others’ lives
(00:05:32) - Know (and take) the risk
(00:08:04) - Connect to your direct, felt experience
(00:12:40) - Express and transmit what you’re experiencing
(00:14:17) - Realize what it is you want, but pay attention to what life is saying you need
(00:15:27 ) - Pursue your fears and discomfort
(00:16:48 ) - Pay attention to your own darkness AND learn what it’s trying to teach you 

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Talking points: psychedelics, therapy, culture, interdependence, history, materialism

It's been several years since I last talked with Paul, and he's been busy. We branch out into a number of ideas, all centered around what psychedelics have done, are doing, and COULD do for humanity.

If you're looking for thoughts from an expert on where the therapeutic industry might be headed—and what's needed from all of us—this is the conversation for you. Listen in.

(00:00:00) - Intro and Paul’s defining moment
(00:06:02) - Why do you think psychedelics were so villainized back in the day?
(00:11:29) - Would you say that part of the psychedelic experience is interaction with the unconscious?
(00:15:16) - Did psychedelics influence Jung’s “Red Book”, and how can psychedelic use actually improve mental health?
(00:24:11) - Psychedelic use should also assist collective mental health, not just individualistic goals
(00:29:42) - What is the recipe for a bad trip, and the importance of preparation and post-trip integration
(00:39:20) - Paul’s thoughts on the future, and possible concerns culturally and for teenagers
(00:46:43) - How can psychedelics impact our capacity to lead ourselves and others?
(00:56:10) - What would individuals and leaders do to deepen their understanding of interdependence?

Paul F. Austin is one of the most prominent voices in the world of psychedelics. As the founder of Third Wave, he has educated millions on the importance of safe and effective psychedelic experiences. A pioneer at the intersection of microdosing, personal transformation, and professional success, he has been featured in Forbes, Rolling Stone, and the BBC's Worklife. Paul helps others use microdosing as a tool for professional development and increased self-awareness by treating the use of psychedelics as a skill refined through mentorship and courageous exploration. 

Connect with Paul

-Website: https://www.paulaustin.co/

-The Third Wave: https://thethirdwave.co/

-The Psychdelic Coaching Institute: https://psychedeliccoaching.institute/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulaustin3w/

-Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-psychedelic-podcast/id1200537009

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Talking points: domestication, culture, biology

To be clear straight out the gates, I don't think there's some vast conspiracy to weaken all men. But there are certain aspects of our culture, our food, and more that have a synergistic effect. One that's messing with men on multiple levels. Listen in.

(00:00:00) - Intro and the ways men are becoming domesticated
(00:03:18) - Masculinity and what it means to be a good man is now almost entirely defined by women
(00:05:40) - A narrative that men are essentially defective women, or unwanted, or automatically at fault
(00:10:42) - The simplification is also biological, through microplastics, additives, and more
(00:13:59) - Stress and distraction levels are through the roof
(00:17:03) - So…what do we do?
(00:20:04) - Life isn’t supposed to be easy all the time

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Talking points: trauma, culture, collective healing

Wow! Very grateful to have had the opportunity to sit with Thomas recently to discuss not just his book, but his vision and mission for people everywhere. This was a deeply moving conversation; Thomas' perspective on how trauma forms and how it needs to be healed will be resonating with me for a long, long time. Check this out.

(00:00:00) - Intro and Thomas’ two defining moments
(00:06:41) - How trauma reorients your perspective towards safety 
(00:10:37) - What is “attunement”?
(00:23:10) - Tension is reduction of emotion 
(00:30:55) - Where does polarization fit into all of this?
(00:40:23) - How do we start dealing with this?
(00:45:53) - What's covered in Thomas' new book

Thomas Hübl, PhD, is a renowned teacher, author, and international facilitator who works within the complexity of systems and cultural change, integrating the core insights of the great wisdom traditions and mysticism with the discoveries of science. Since the early 2000s, he has led large-scale events and courses on the healing of collective trauma.

He is the author of Attuned: Practicing Interdependence to Heal Our Trauma—and Our World, and Healing Collective Trauma: A Process for Integrating Our Intergenerational and Cultural Wounds. Hübl has served as an advisor and guest faculty for universities and organizations, as a coach for CEOs and organizational leaders, and is currently a visiting scholar at the Wyss Institute at Harvard University.

Connect with Thomas

-Website: https://thomashuebl.com/

-Book: Attuned: https://www.attunedbook.com/

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thomas.Huebl.Sangha/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thomashuebl/

-Podcast: https://thomashuebl.com/#podcast

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Talking points: anxiety, insecurity, mindset

Ever do research on a topic and realize most of the stuff on the internet is...pretty worthless? Yeah me too. This week, a look at what really causes insecurity, and some things you can do that will actually help.

(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:03:05) - Defining insecurity
(00:04:53) - What makes this reframe interesting, and 3 ways insecurities are formed
(00:09:09) - So what do we do? Because there’s no quick fix
(00:11:18) - You cannot affirm your way out of insecurity
(00:13:22) - Pursue your fears
(00:15:38) - Focus on the intersection of self-compassion and self-mastery

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Talking points: couples therapy, emotions, modern culture, empathy

Delighted to have the wit and wisdom of Figs O'Sullivan to content with once again. It's been too long! We cover a lot of ground, specifically around couples therapy, so I encourage you to check the timestamps and listen in.

(00:00:00) - As people learn more “therapy-speak” and watch more TikTok “experts”, how is that filtering down into relationships?

(00:06:50) - Why do some people default to blaming their partner when things don’t go well?

(00:12:57) - Why talk about diagnosing partners yourself is so difficult, and how competency can actually, sometimes, make you IN-competent

(00:18:24) - What’s your opinion on modern therapy infiltrating culture the way it has?

(00:22:49) - Is modern therapy set up well enough to truly help men?

(00:30:25) - Why do couples fight over and over—and what do they fight about?

(00:30:25) - The emotional pursuer and emotional withdrawer dynamic

(00:41:25) - What are some ways out of that dynamic?

(00:46:17) - What gets in the way of empathy, and how can that be overcome?

(00:50:37) - What does good couples therapy entail, and how do you know it’s working?

(00:55:25) - It’s important to pay attention to the ease of things as well as hard stuff

Connect with Figs

-Website: https://empathi.com/

-Podcast: Come Here To Me: https://get.empathi.com/comehere

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empathinow/

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnPbjlO6Q0KBXVHXeGyivlw

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Talking points: porn, attachment, relationships

Title says it all, friends. I genuinely don’t see very many people talking about porn from this angle. Which is kind of surprising, but here we are. Listen in.

(00:00:00) - Intro and some of my own story around porn
(00:03:49) - What nobody else seems to be talking about
(00:07:57) - And THAT is why porn can be hard to let go of
(00:10:32) - Reorienting yourself towards other relationships

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Talking points: attachment, tactics, mindset

Let’s admit we all want a relationship that’s balanced and has minimal conflict and insecurity. I’ve talked about what anxious and avoidant couples do, but how do securely attached couples navigate? Here are five things to model.

(00:00:00) - Intro, and a quick recap on the main attachment styles 

(00:07:30) - What do securely attached people in relationships do? Number one: healthy conflict  and resolution building

(00:10:45) - Number two: they operate from a place of trust

(00:12:40) - Number three: they can self-regulate and work towards healthy de-escalation 

(00:16:54) - Number four: they have a healthy balance of independence and togetherness

(00:19:45) - Number five: they create, maintain, and repair connection

(00:25:04) - If you’re not sure which one to start with, start here

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Talking points: adversity, disability, resiliency vs anti-fragility, growth, mindset

Everything about this convo was enjoyable, but I think what I appreciate most is how pragmatic and straight-up grounded Tom's insights are. It makes for highly effective advice you can work on right away. Bonus: he's a great storyteller.

This is a great episode to dig into if you're looking for inspiration towards a different approach to things, especially hardship.

(00:00:00) - Intro, and the importance of living in a place you don’t always like
(00:07:00) - Tom’s defining moment
(00:09:43) - What Tom gained from intense physical hardship
(00:15:52) - Reorienting yourself instead of the problem, and post-traumatic growth
(00:20:05) - Is resiliency born or revealed by hardship, and have people treated you differently?
(00:23:25) - How do you approach problem-solving itself, and how Tom became a DJ
(00:34:10) - Tom’s definition of anti-fragile and resiliency
(00:50:06) - Did therapy help?

Quadruple amputee and DJ, Tom Nash exercises his unique knack for storytelling alongside his often dark and dry sense of humour, to lead audiences down a path of self-discovery, encouraging them to inspect their lives from a different angle. Tom’s grounded approach to working out what’s important and setting aside the noise of life, resonates with listeners.

Tom explains how harnessing the power of adversity helped him to build a more pragmatic, productive and self-reflective mindset. Applying the lateral thinking methods imbued upon him to circumnavigate physical issues into his vocational endeavours carved out a new line of thinking.

Connect with Tom

-Website: https://www.tomnash.com/

-TED Talk: http://bit.ly/TomNashTEDMain

-Book: Hook, Line & Sinner: https://www.tomnash.com/hls

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djhookie/

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/djhookie

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tomnash82

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Talking points: sex, social media, conditioning, culture

I know what it’s like to feel controlled by your own sexed-up brain. Like you’re losing hours of your day, mental bandwidth and more to clothes-less strangers on the internet.

So I wanted to lay down some real talk about what I've done—and how hard it can be—to de-sexualize my brain and stay disciplined. I also get into some of the benefits it’s hard for me, my business, and my relationship. Listen in.

(00:00:00) - Intro and why I’m talking about this
(00:04:31) - Not only is your brain probably overstimulated, it’s probably avoiding something
(00:06:16) - You’re going to have to get some excitement somewhere
(00:08:10) - Cut out thirsty triggers
(00:11:18) - Stop chasing empty dopamine “calories”
(00:12:22) - Use tech properly
(00:14:30) - Use BETTER tools

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Talking points: fatherhood, abandonment, depression, coping

Every so often, I'll have an anonymous guest on the show to give listeners a glimpse into what the men's work at ManTalks is actually like. This week I wanted to feature a client who struggles with something I'm deeply familiar with: knowing what the work is AND doing that work, but nothing's really felt "resolved".

Together, we uncover some of what's been keeping his progress in what feels like stasis. Listen in.

(00:00:00) - Intro and what my guest wants to work on
(00:04:26) - What’s disruptive for you about being rejected?
(00:08:35) - The complexities of divorce
(00:13:52) - “I don’t really get angry”
(00:19:07) - Movement, at times, requires anger
(00:26:21) - Talking to your 8-year-old self
(00:30:35) - What 8-year-old-you might say back
(00:33:24) - The Homework

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Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

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Talking points: relationships, power dynamics, masculinity, femininity

FYI, I'm diving into this because women have asked over the last few months, not men. And to keep things balanced, I'll be doing a companion video soon on what men do to de-feminate their partner. Listen in!

Would also love your thoughts on the topic. Hit me up on Instagram @mantalks.

(00:00:00) - Intro 
(00:02:53) - Withholding sex (with caveats) 
(00:05:43) - Withholding a fun, playful, or joyful nature
(00:08:55) - Being overly controlling when it isn’t necessary 
(00:11:52) - Trying to forcibly change your partner
(00:16:00) - Mothering your partner
(00:17:54) - Demeaning men’s activities
(00:19:20) - Withholding appreciation and/or using a man’s vulnerabilities against him

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Talking points: relationships, money, dominance, death, marriage, sex, culture

You know by now wide-ranging conversations are the norm for ManTalks, but this one? Extraordinary. Jillian Turecki and I get into all things relationships, from power dynamics to death and dying to how money matters have shifted relationship culture.

Strongly encourage you to listen to this with a friend or your partner and dig around in it. There is NO shortage of things to mull on here. See where your conversation goes!

(00:00:00) - Intro and Jillian’s defining moment
(00:05:59) - How did being with your mom in her final moments change you?
(00:11:09) - On death in Western culture
(00:17:51) - How do you support a partner through the grief of losing a parent or friend?
(00:23:58) - What actually goes into us choosing our partners, and the importance of being self-aware
(00:41:12) - Do you think that marriage is dying in American culture?
(00:44:29) - Do women still want to get married, and the difficulty of the dating market
(00:49:36) - On how 50 Shades of Grey was helpful, but also screwed women over
(01:07:23) - On women out-earning men, and what people should question
(01:24:37) - On sex, power, and dominance in the bedroom

Jillian Turecki is a certified relationship coach, teacher and writer who for 20 years has taught others how to transform their relationships with themselves.

Under the tutelage of Tony Robbins and world-renowned family therapist Cloe Madanes, Jillian is certified by the Robbins Madanes Center for Strategic Intervention, a renowned coaching program known for its innovative strategic solutions to the most difficult relationship problems. Fueled by an insatiable curiosity about what makes a relationship thrive, Jillian has helped thousands through her teaching and writing revolutionize their relationship with themselves so that they transform their relationships with others. Jillian is sought out for her compassionate, direct, and very authentic style of coaching and teaching.”

Connect with Jillian:
-Website: https://www.jillianturecki.com/
-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianturecki/
-Conscious Women Membership: https://www.jillianturecki.com/conscious-woman
-Podcast: Jillian On Love: https://apple.co/3PYISuK

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Talking points: integrity, mindset, values

The manosphere is chock full of high value this, high value that. Alright, fine. But what is that really? A lot of the conversation centers around wealth and social status. There's way more to it than that.

(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:02:45) - Do you have solid internal structures around self-leadership?
(00:04:58) - The biggest challenge every man will face
(00:07:10) - On impulse control and freedom, and just how difficult they are
(00:10:30) - What makes this kind of value attractive to women

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Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: masculinity, anxiety, presence, parenting, relationships, spirituality

I'll let the podcast do the talking; this was a wide-ranging, thoroughly enjoyable conversation with John! This is a brilliant episode to dig into if you want digestible, knowledgeable talk around managing anxiety, creating healthy dialogue in relationships with partners and kids, and much, much more. Check the timestamps!

(00:00:00) - Intro and John’s defining moment
(00:05:52) - Why do you think men have a pull towards intense physicality?
(00:11:50) - Do you feel there’s a correlation between anxiety and not developing a relationship with your body? 
(00:15:40) - John’s take on anxiety and its biggest causes
(00:20:17) - Different causes of anxiety for modern men and women
(00:29:09) - What’s killing male friendships?
(00:34:29) - The power and importance of presence for your kids
(00:44:39) - There is no health without relationships
(00:46:58) - Neuroception and how overachievement might be overrated
(00:59:45) - Skills for dealing with anxiety in yourself and in your partner 
(01:16:44) - The importance of a spiritual component to life

Dr. John Delony earned his Bachelor of Arts in humanities and psychology at Lubbock Christian University and his Masters of Education in higher education administration from Texas Tech University. He went on to earn two PhDs from Texas Tech University—one in counselor education and supervision, and the other in higher education administration.

After spending over twenty years in crisis response and leading students in higher education (and finding real solutions and freedom in his own wellness journey), John knew he wanted to help as many people as possible heal from their past trauma and live whole, connected lives. He now writes, speaks and teaches on relationships, mental health, anxiety and wellness. He also hosts The Dr. John Delony Show where he answers callers’ questions about all of the above, and serves as co-host of The Ramsey Show where he helps unpack the psychology behind finances.

Connect with John

-Book (out Oct 3): Building A Non-Anxious Life: https://store.ramseysolutions.com/personal-growth/books/building-a-non-anxious-life-by-dr-john-delony/

-Website: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/john-delony

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndelony/

-YouTube: https://bit.ly/3PNP4pg

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/johndelony

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Talking points: gratitude, fitness, social media, mindset

If you knew me in my 20s, you would NOT have expected much of me. I was aimless, hated myself, and was not coping well at all. And I'll won't mince words, it was a long, bumpy road to where I am now.

But these 8 practices didn't just help, they radically changed my life. Seriously. This is the mini-episode for you if you're feeling stuck or frustrated with where you're at in life.

(00:00:00) - Intro and where I started
(00:08:24) - Create an internal environment of appreciation and gratitude
(00:12:40) - Use your body. Really. Use. Your. Body.
(00:17:18) - Meditate or journal every single day. One or the other
(00:22:33) - Consume better content
(00:27:14) - Replace coping mechanisms with generative habits
(00:28:41) - Work on your purpose, mission, or business every single day
(00:30:45) - Don’t know your purpose? Let your quest to find it BE the purpose
(00:33:24) - Start to socialize with more people outside your comfort zone

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Talking points: existentialism, self-loss, therapy, Kierkegaard, culture, responsibility, anxiety

Just before (like, literally just before) six days of solitude in Scotland, I had the immense privilege of chatting with Sara Kuburic, the brilliant existential therapist and new author of It’s On Me: Accept Hard Truths, Discover Yourself, And Change Your Life, coming out tomorrow.

Not sure what existential therapy is? Well we get into here, plus a multitude of other things, like facing what YOU are responsible for, losing the sene of self, and how some of this plays out in modern culture. Do not miss this one, team.

(00:00:00) - Intro and Sara’s defining moment 
(00:06:52) - What Sara was in denial of
(00:10:57) - Why we fall apart when things are going well
(00:18:58) - The importance of looking at the darker stuff
(00:21:11) - Pillars of existential psychology
(00:29:19) - Have we, as a collective, lost our sense of self?
(00:36:01) - What’s Sara’s “existential psychology take”  on American culture?
(00:41:18) - “Our degree of freedom dictates our degree of responsibility”
(00:44:17) - Defining “self-loss” and the role grief plays
(00:54:52) - Can responsibility-free time help define the self?
(01:01:05) - How does one develop a relationship with the body that helps orient the self? 

Sara Kuburic is an existential psychotherapist, consultant, writer, and columnist for USA Today. She was born in Yugoslavia and raised in Canada. She is passionate about helping people seek change and live authentic, free, and meaningful lives. Her interest in psychology stems from her personal experience living through wars, navigating complex relationships, and continually learning what it means to be human.

Connect with Sara:

-Website: https://www.sara-kuburic.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/millennial.therapist/

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarakuburic/

-Book: It's On Me: https://www.sara-kuburic.com/new-page-3

This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition! Cured offers everything from CBD to functional mushroom products to adaptogens designed to help the body thrive in all aspects of the daily human experience. Personal favorite? The Zen sleep bundle. Get 20% off your order here: https://www.curednutrition.com/mantalks/

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: solitude, contemplation, mindset

By the time you hear this, I’ll be way out on the Isle of Skye, the home of my ancestors, for some intentional solitude. This kind of deliberate aloneness is something I think every man needs, but doesn’t really attempt.

Listen in for a reflection on what and why I’m doing this, and why it might help you too.

(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:35) - For years, I didn’t like being alone
(00:03:35) - I believe every man needs SOME responsibility and distraction-free time
(00:05:30) - Why I chose Scotland
(00:08:54) - The kind of questions I’ll be asking myself while alone
(00:11:02) - Men crave clarity

This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition! Cured offers everything from CBD to functional mushroom products to adaptogens designed to help the body thrive in all aspects of the daily human experience. Personal favorite? The Zen sleep bundle. Get 20% off your order here: https://www.curednutrition.com/mantalks/

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: culture

This one will rattle some people, but it needs saying. Let’s just leave it at that.

(00:00:00) - Intro, and why shaming men is a bad approach to better behavior

(00:05:27) - The patriarchy virus

(00:11:06) - Yes, this has a lot of a complexity, but dehumanizing men who aren’t in power isn’t helping anyone

(00:14:19) - The practical consequences and how we need to take a step back

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Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. 

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Talking points: workouts, form, nutrition, fitness

The last time Ron was on the show, he shared an incredible story of overcoming adversity, and crafting a life of resiliency. I wanted him back on the show to discuss some foundational aspects of getting fit and eating right, something Ron has spent most of his life working on. Bear with us; we had some audio troubles but you should hear everything loud and clear.

This is a great episode to listen to if you're starting out on your fitness journey or are looking for refreshingly simple advice on proper form, proper nutrition, and other tips. Lots of info here.

(00:00:00) - Intro 
(00:05:19) - When you want to be more serious about exercise, where should you actually start? 
(00:09:34) - Are deadlifts worth it, and are they something the average person needs?
(00:11:07) - What some the foundational pieces of squat form?
(00:20:34) - What are some other core workouts and foundation pieces for chest, biceps, etc.?
(00:31:08) - What can do you (if anything!) for small calves?
(00:41:29) - What are some of the other key pieces people should incorporate    into their fitness life?
(00:47:36) - On HGH and sprinting, and Ron’s final thoughts on pairing the right energy system with right kind of work

Ron Williams is one of the most decorated natural bodybuilders in the world, having achieved the highest honor ever awarded in Natural Bodybuilding by becoming the sole recipient of the “Natural Bodybuilder of the Decade” award. As a 21-time world champion, he’s leveraged 40 years of experience to develop transformational processes of winning that help to build Champion Men. 

Ron has devoted his life to educating, inspiring, coaching, and encouraging people. He’s a nationally recognized motivational and inspirational speaker, with a unique connection to his audience stemming from his own personal journey of physical and spiritual transformation. 

The principles Ron teaches and uses in his own life are easy to embrace, simple to understand, and effective. Ron’s desire is to equip men with the necessary tools to live, as he calls it, a Champion Life.

Connect with Ron

-Main Website: www.ronwilliamschampion.com

-Ministry: www.ronwilliamsministries.com

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronwilliamschampionlife

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Ironchestmastervip

This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition! Cured offers everything from CBD to functional mushroom products to adaptogens designed to help the body thrive in all aspects of the daily human experience. Personal favorite? The Zen sleep bundle. Get 20% off your order here: https://www.curednutrition.com/mantalks/

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

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Talking points: addiction, masculinity

This mini-episode is a bit of a departure in style, but the topic is deeply important to me. Most men have an uncanny ability to push forward despite intense pain and suffering. That can be a blessing in times of hardship, but it can also turn on you.

(00:00:00) - Intro and the skill of being silent about your suffering
(00:02:40) - We look down on men for doing this, but oftentimes it’s a blessing
(00:03:33) - The curse is this
(00:05:03) - “There’s a hungry ghost in the basement of my heart”
(00:09:40) - Why I wrote this

This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition! Cured offers everything from CBD to functional mushroom products to adaptogens designed to help the body thrive in all aspects of the daily human experience. Personal favorite? The Zen sleep bundle. Get 20% off your order here: https://www.curednutrition.com/mantalks/

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: masculinity, fatherhood, culture

The man himself! Larry Hagner of The Dad Edge joins me to talk all things fatherhood. Deeply grateful to finally have Larry on the show and to dive DEEP with him on so many topics.

This is a great episode to listen to if you’re searching for insight on how to maintain some level-headedness is what seems to be a tough time to be a parent. Check the timestamps for some of the depth-oriented questions we covered!

(00:00:00) - Intro Larry’s defining moment
(00:18:30) - Fathers wield an incredible amount of influence on a boy’s life. How did you prepare for fatherhood given how you grew up?
(00:21:13) - How would you prepare now? Given everything you’ve experienced?
(00:24:44) - What do you see modern fathers struggling with?
(00:31:16) - What pressures does a modern dad face from culture itself?
(00:39:59) - How do you talk to your kids about what your values are?
(01:02:29) - What are some of the keys to raising sons in particular?
(01:09:51) - What do you hope your sons will learn from how you treat your wife?

Larry Hagner, founder of The Dad Edge, breaks down common challenges of fatherhood, making them easy to understand and overcome. Tackling the world of fatherhood can be a daunting task when we try to do it alone. Thus, Larrys mission (and his podcast, The Dad Edge( is to help you become the best, strongest, and happiest version of yourself so that you can help guide your kids to the best version of themselves. Simple as that.

Connect with Larry

-Website: https://thedadedge.com

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadedge/

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedadedge

-Podcast: https://thedadedge.com/podcast/

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDadEdge

This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition! Cured offers everything from CBD to functional mushroom products to adaptogens designed to help the body thrive in all aspects of the daily human experience. Personal favorite? The Zen sleep bundle. Get 20% off your order here: https://www.curednutrition.com/mantalks/

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: libido, anxiety, sex drive

Having a high libido isn't all it's cracked up to be. In truth, it can be surprisingly difficult to navigate, can impact relationships, finances, you name it. This week, a look at where high libido can come from, and some ways to navigate it effectively.

(00:00:00) - Intro and my own issues with high sex drive
(00:02:39) - Indicators that high libido might be becoming problematic 
(00:05:49) - But what causes high sex drive?
(00:06:49) - Grief, anxiety, stress, and unresolved trauma
(00:08:33) - Shame surrounding sexual preferences
(00:08:53) - A lack of fulfillment or sense of control over your life
(00:10:12) - A lack of self-esteem
(00:10:26) - A struggle to properly process emotions
(00:12:10) - So what do we do? Number one: do your best to date people with similar libido
(00:13:37) - Prioritize routines and habits that help regulate your nervous system
(00:14:43) - Desexualize your brain
(00:15:37) - Surround yourself with high quality men

This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition! Cured offers everything from CBD to functional mushroom products to adaptogens designed to help the body thrive in all aspects of the daily human experience. Personal favorite? The Zen sleep bundle. Get 20% off your order here: https://www.curednutrition.com/mantalks/

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: grief, loss, anxiety, helplessness

Every so often, I'll have an anonymous guest on the show to give listeners a glimpse into what men's work at ManTalks is really like. This is going to be a three-parter, so stay tuned for more.

This man is someone I've known for a while through his participation in ManTalks, and he's come to me looking wanting to feel more in charge of his life, and more able to handle when life, business, or relationships take a hit. Behind much of it is ungrieved childhood loss.

This is a great episode to dig into if you feel like you manage fine when life is good, but fall apart when it doesn't. There's insight on some of the consequences of not having the chance to properly grieve.

(00:00:00) - Intro and what our guest would like to work on
(00:10:07) - A pervasive feeling of inadequacy, and how it relates to making money
(00:14:02) - How the loss of a mother led to feeling helpless and inattentive 
(00:21:40) - Feeling sorry for dad, and feeling like it’s “too late”
(00:31:00) - Connecting with the loss of a mother on a deeper level
(00:40:37) - Next steps

This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition! Cured offers everything from CBD to functional mushroom products to adaptogens designed to help the body thrive in all aspects of the daily human experience. Personal favorite? The Zen sleep bundle. Get 20% off your order here: https://www.curednutrition.com/mantalks/

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Fair warning, a focal point of this episode is suicide.

Talking points: therapy, self-help, masculinity

More men than ever are actively seeking help. They're going to therapy, they're working on themselves, they're doing "the work". I know because they come to me and people I know—either in the coaching or the therapeutic industry—by the thousands.

And yet a significant percentage of them don't come out it "helped". Many don't come out at all. To be clear, I am NOT saying therapy as an industry is totally broken or something to ignore. But there ARE some things I think it could do better.

(00:00:00) - Intro and some statistics
(00:04:47) - What I’ve seen and heard from men who come to ManTalks live events
(00:05:40) - I’m not saying the therapeutic industry is broken
(00:07:06) - We have to acknowledge that there are differences in men’s and women’s experiences
(00:09:25) - The three things the industry underestimates or misses with men
(00:11:43) - I’ve known a lot of men who looked great on the surface
(00:13:27) - Many of us don’t know how to help men get their direction back

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Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: success, achievement, addiction, cycling, athleticism, personal development

Kevin Miller is a powerhouse. More than that, he's deeply humble and intentional in what he does after a lifetime of hard work and the pursuit of excellence. I sat down with him last week to dig deeper: what makes drive "drive"? What's the meaning of really going beyond your limits? What really, truly drives you, and where are you going with that?

You know, just light conversation.

(00:00:00) - Intro and Kevin’s defining moment
(00:06:04) - What it takes to be a professional cyclist, and what drove Kevin to pursue it
(00:11:10) - What might be underneath a valiant can’t-quit-won’t-quit attitude, and what’s the difference between pursuit of excellence and addiction?
(00:19:11) - When it comes to the pursuit of excellence, what’s actually rewarding about it?
(00:26:26) - How did the pursuit of excellence filter its way into your parenting?
(00:31:49) - Intentionality versus pursuit, and where the addiction to pursuit might come from
(00:47:35) - Do you think it’s healthy and meaningful for men to pursue some kind of physical excellence?
(00:51:39) - How the self-help industrial complex has shifted over the last few decades
(01:04:45) - Is AI going to help or harm people and the self-help industry?

Kevin is a former pro athlete, respected personal development guide, top-ranking podcast host, published author, and father of nine who has devoted himself to helping people elevate their personal experience and improve the way they show up for others.

Kevin hosts the Self-Helpful podcast, which has over 60 million downloads and is routinely visited by today’s most influential changemakers. His book, What Drives You challenges today’s myths on “driven people” and serves as a guide to clarity and conviction in what you authentically value and what truly motivates you.

Connect with Kevin

-Website: https://www.kevinmiller.co/
-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinmiller.co/
-Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevinmillerco
-Podcast: https://www.kevinmiller.co/podcast
-Book, What Drives You: https://www.kevinmiller.co/whatdrivesyou

This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition! Cured offers everything from CBD to functional mushroom products to adaptogens designed to help the body thrive in all aspects of the daily human experience. Personal favorite? The Zen sleep bundle. Get 20% off your order here: https://www.curednutrition.com/mantalks/

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: masculinity, culture, misandry Look, this is a charged topic. It’s also deeply complex, and it deserves serious attention MINUS the immediate rush towards dismissals, name calling, and blame games.

I’d love to get your take on this topic too. Feel free to message me on Instagram or comment below.

(01:16) - Intro and how society tends to react to men’s issues
(05:37) - What systems could use changing, and their current impact on men
(10:59) - When you bring this up, it’s easy to get labelled anti-woman
(16:08) - This discussion should be a bipartisan issue, and in many ways it would benefit women

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: addiction, culture, history, enlightenment, Zen, purpose, non-duality

The ManTalks Podcast has grown exponentially over the last couple years, so for all you newcomers, I like to release a sort of cross-section or "best of" episode to showcase what the podcast is all about—after all, I have talked to some brilliant and varied experts over the years!

This time, the themes are the widest ever: addiction and enlightenment. I chose this to demonstrate my love of the scientific and the spiritual—and my constant goal to balance the two. As Albert Einstein said, science without religion is lame, and religion without science is blind. I hope you enjoy.

(00:00:00) - Dr. Anne Lembke on defining addiction and the addictive aspects of our modern world
(00:17:19) - Dr. Carl Erik Fisher on addiction through history and across cultures, and how society divides addicted people
(00:36:53) - Zen Henry Shukman on enlightenment as defined by Zen, his childhood, and his own story of kenshō
(00:58:45) - The acclaimed non-duality teacher Rupert Spira discusses the necessity of moving past the myth of separation

Full episodes:

-Dr. Anna Lembke: https://link.chtbl.com/9IfZ8XzU
-Dr. Carl Erik Fisher: https://link.chtbl.com/a53WmGq9
-Henry Shukman: https://link.chtbl.com/F7Kdo_05
-Rupert Spira: https://link.chtbl.com/F7Kdo_05

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: boundaries, independence, relationships, nice guys

Yeah, it's a somewhat controversial title. It's also a challenge. Many, many men bend over backwards to prevent a partner from ever feeling disappointed, and when they inevitably do feel disappointed (because that's life sometimes), they spiral. Listen in.

(01:15) - Intro and why I'm talking about this
(03:05) - Caveats
(04:42) - Why this is important
(07:09) - I'm not saying don't have wiggle room!

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: isolation, culture, relationships, friendship, anger, connection

Every now and I then, my team and I like to compile some of the greatest insights from our guests and center them around a theme. This week, we’re going hard on connection. The importance and nuance of it, the consequences of being without it, and the ways connection manifests.

These days, connection isn't easy, but it's more important than ever. Listen in some highly distilled wisdom.

(00:00:00) - Doug McKinley on isolation, passing down wisdom, self-leadership, working weaknesses, and adding value to you and your world

(00:21:51) - Nedra Tawwab on developing satisfying friendships and how to navigate tough conversations 

(00:35:26) - Marisa Franco on how men and women build friendship differently, “friendship minus mission”, how camaraderie has changed over the years, and the impacts of NOT having friends

(00:50:56) - Angus Fletcher on changing your internal story and your relationship to yourself, cultivating inner antifragility, and relating differently to your own anger

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Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. 

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Talking points: anxiety, suicide, mental illness, neurology, culture, psychology

This was SUCH a thorough and enjoyable interview. Always a pleasure to get the practical yet caring advice from Dr. Kennedy, someone I’ve known for a long time.

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed or deals with anxiety, this is THE episode for you. We cover all the ways anxiety, the body, and the mind are connected, where to begin helping yourself (or others) with those anxious feelings, what the therapy and personal development industries often miss out, and way way more.

(00:00:00) - Intro and Russell’s defining moment
(00:04:03) - How Russell dealt with the complexities of a schizophrenic father
(00:11:33) - How anxiety is a manifestation of something much deeper
(00:15:38) - What are some of the most common anxiety myths?
(00:18:35) - What is the actual purpose of anxiety?
(00:21:54) - How do you talk to people who dismiss anxiety and trauma?
(00:33:37) - Do you think kids are more anxious than ever before?
(00:40:10) - What do we do for kids knowing that distraction culture will likely worsen?
(00:47:30) - What do you mean by “anxiety isn’t a feeling”?
(00:51:11)  - Anxiety vs Alarm
(00:58:26) - Where do you begin helping someone with anxiety?
(01:08:17) - Is there a difference between anxiety and stress within the brain? 
(01:12:36) - Russell’s final thoughts on anxiety 

Dr. Russell Kennedy, aka “The Anxiety MD” specializes in the art and neuroscience of helping people recover from anxiety disorders. He knows anxiety from the inside out, as he developed his own anxiety disorder as a result of growing up with a dad with severe schizophrenia.  Dr. Kennedy has degrees and advanced training in medicine, neuroscience, and developmental psychology—but it’s not all science, as he is also a certified yoga and meditation teacher and was a professional stand-up comedian for over a decade (no joke!)

In his award-winning book and audiobook, ANXIETY RX, he shows a practical, actionable program for anxiety relief that incorporates a combination of the latest in neuroscience with the grounding wisdom of the body with the ultimate goal of relieving the anxious thoughts of the mind. Using neuroscience (think "The Body Keeps the Score") and blending that science with a more artistic approach he learned through living at a temple in India, taking psychedelics, and being a natural and gifted intuitive, Dr. Kennedy gives a unique and never before seen understanding of what anxiety truly is,  and further, exactly how it can be successfully treated. Dr Russ wants to make sure that nobody has to suffer with anxiety as he did.

Connect with Dr. Kennedy

-Website: https://www.theanxietymd.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theanxietymd/

-Book, Anxiety RX: https://amzn.to/3QBpl46

Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today. 

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Talking points: dating, relationships

This one is quick and to the point, friends. Is there REALLY a decline in great partners, mates, dating prospects, whatever you want to call them?

Or...is the issue more complex than we think? Listen in.

(00:00) Introduction and perceived decline of viable mates
(02:12) The choice paradox and expanded dating pool
(04:34) The consequences of the choice paradox
(05:53) Is there still a decline? Other ways the dating world is impacted

Men, join me in an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/

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Talking points: anxiety, 12-step, addiction, personal growth, energetics, belief, money

It’s been over six years, but I finally got my friend David back on the show! We cover a ton of ground here, but the core of this episode is limiting beliefs. This is an excellent episode to dive into if you’re searching for a unique look at what they are and how they’re overcome. 

(00:00:00) Intro and Dave’s defining moment
(00:07:51) Do you believe people need to hit rock bottom in order to grow?
(00:12:50) What is the intersection between personal growth and communal development?
(00:25:23) What role have 12-step programs played in your life and work?
(00:31:07) The intersection of relational repair and addiction
(00:40:19) Limiting beliefs: what are they and how do we unwind them?
(00:59:34) How do we start tackling limiting beliefs around money?

David Bayer is an author, speaker, entrepreneur and CEO of David Bayer Transformational Programs, an Inc #171 global coaching and training company focused on helping entrepreneurs, organizations and individuals harness the maximum power of human performance, intelligence and potential. David and his wife Carol have built an organization from $0 to $25M in the last 7 years while helping tens of thousands of entrepreneurs and individuals via their live events, digital courses, coaching and certification programs. Inc and Success Magazine named David ‘a leading expert on both mindset and business strategy’ making David a unique resource and mentor for individuals who truly want to achieve their full potential. His annual event The Powerful Living Experience was named by Inc. as ‘a Top 3 must attend personal development event.’

Connect with David
-Website: https://davidbayer.com/mantalks
-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbayer33/
-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachdavidbayer
-Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidrbayer
-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKCS2T2uR_7h4zpVETbcFjg

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

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A solid chunk of my job is helping men get free from porn addiction. It was also something I struggled with for years. Lately, there's been a slew of questions coming at me surrounding porn usage and addiction, so here are seven reasons why it's so damn hard to quit.

If this resonates and you're looking for some free extra resources, DM me on Instagram with the word "QUIT" for a free guide.

(00:00:00) Intro and reason #1: dopamine
(00:02:51) Reason #2: nervous system conditioning 
(00:05:00) Reason #3: porn’s accessibility and availability
(00:05:49) Reason #4: not fully understanding your triggers 
(00:07:46) Reason #5: no replacement ritual or routine
(00:09:21) Reason #6: last time-its
(00:11:06) Reason #7: lack of external support

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Talking points: masculinity, dating, relationships, patriarchy, balance

This is a hefty one, folks. The legendary Dr. Glover and acclaimed coach and writer Tony Endelman sat down with me to analyze the shifting roles, needs, expectations, and environments that men find themselves in.

This is a great episode to listen to if you'd like a frank but broad-minded lens to look at the male experience with. A lot of what Dr. Glover, Tony, and I talk about are things we've seen again and again in clients, friends, and our own research.

(0:00:00) - Intro
(0:03:19) - What's happening to boys and men and why?
(0:16:33) - Tony's perspective, and masculinity in the digital age
(0:24:23) - Male relationships in dating and in general life
(0:37:22) - Is modern dating a s***show?
(0:49:13) - Conscious dating, emotional tension, and the friend zone

Dr. Robert Glover, therapist, coach, speaker, and educator is a relationship expert with over 40 years of professional experience. The author of the groundbreaking, No More Mr. Nice Guy, the best-selling Dating Essentials for Men, and the recently released, Dating Essentials for Men: Frequently Asked Questions, Dr. Glover has helped thousands of men world-wide transform their lives and get what they want in relationship, sex, and career.

Tony Endelman is an author, blogger, entrepreneur, and certified transformational life coach. He is also certified in the Psychology of Happiness. His website has been named one of the top 100 personal development blogs. Tony was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in communications. Tony currently lives in New Orleans.

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

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Talking points: isolation, masculinity, rationality, validation

A woman on Instagram DM'd me a great question a while ago: what do I need to know about men that I might not understand? Well, I came up with five ways to understand the average guy's lived experience. Enjoy!

(00:55) - Imagine having few or no close friends
(03:27) - Imagine overindexing rationality and logic
(05:37) - Link your sense of self-worth to productivity
(07:36) - Imagine getting 1/10th the validation you normally do
(11:59) - Imagine getting condemned and praised for dominance

Pick up my brand-new book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

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Talking points: motivation, resiliency, transformation, Mt Kilimanjaro, Kona marathon, family secrets, doubt, shame

I'm proud to have known Bonner for some time now, thanks to him being a member of the Alliance, my private men's group. But the reason I wanted him on the show is to share his powerful story and how he's alchemized his life and his troubles into something that serves others. Many others, as you'll find out when you hit play.

I strongly recommend checking this one out if you or someone you know has any form of disability. It's important not just to help each other along, but to gather perspective on the extra hurdles many of us face, how they're managed or overcome, and the radical change that can stem from all of the above.

(00:00:00) - Intro and Bonner's defining moment

(00:10:21) - Growing up with cerebral palsy

(00:14:31) - The different kinds of family rules, and how came to hide his CP

(00:20:44) - How Bonner used athleticism to both get attention and distract himself

(00:32:00) - The story of Jakey

(00:42:10) - How "dark motivation" got Bonner to the top, but couldn't get him down

(00:58:15) - Challenges of completing the Kona Triathlon

(01:04:10) - Next steps, and a return to Kilimanjaro

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Talking points: maturity, parenthood

I get asked this question a lot, so here's an honest, off-the-cuff response. I get why a lot of people choose not to, but I think there are also some powerful reasons in the other direction. Listen in.

02:17 - Bringing children into a troubled world
07:09 - The importance of the human spirit
14:15 - How parenting matures you
20:11 - There are beautiful moments in parenting

Pick up my brand-new book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

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Talking points: addiction, sex, porn, narcissism, relationships, therapy

I've yet to meet a man who hasn't struggled at some point in his life with porn addiction. I was one of them. But is sex addiction any different, and is it more or less complex? I sat down with Dr. Doug Weiss, himself a recovered sex addict (37 years and counting!) to get some insight.

This is an ep to listen to if you're looking for more insight on a pervasive problem for many, many people. One that can heavily impact relationships, work ethic, and even overall success.

[00:01:11] - Dougs defining moment
[00:03:27] - Defining sexual addiction
[00:19:41] - What is intimacy anorexia, and what’s contributing to it?
[00:30:37] - Reinforcing yours AND your partner’s experiences, and matching types of expression in sex
[00:39:28] - Partner betrayal trauma
[00:44:08] - What makes intimate relationships unique
[00:46:19] - More on sex and porn addiction
[00:50:45] - Sex addiction and ADHD
[00:54:11] - Can you be addicted to validation? 
[00:57:58] - Can sex addiction escalate into something darker?
[01:00:51] - On narcissism

Dr. Doug Weiss is the Executive Director of Heart to Heart Counseling Center and has been helping couples and individuals for over thirty years. He is the President of the American Association for Sexual Addiction Therapy where his treatment model for sex addiction, partner betrayal trauma, and intimacy anorexia is used in counseling practices all over the world. 

His direct and charismatic approach to handling tough issues has made him sought after for professional appearances on television shows such as The Oprah Winfrey show, Dr. Phil, Good Morning America, 20/20, The Doctors, Daystar, FoxNews, CNN, Montel, and more.

Dr. Doug Weiss has written and filmed over 40 books and therapeutic teachings that directly address specific issues in relationships regarding intimacy, sex, partner betrayal trauma, sex addiction, parenting, and more. He has had more than one Lifetime movie made about his counseling practice (Heart to Heart Counseling Center) in Colorado Springs. 

Connect with Doug

-Website: https://www.drdougweiss.com/

-Intimacy Anorexia: https://intimacyanorexia.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdougweiss

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdougweiss

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/drdougweiss

Pick up my brand-new book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

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It's not easy. It's not simple. It's not comfortable. It's definitely not fun. But it's good for you, and in times like these may be one of the most important skills to cultivate.

Pick up my brand-new book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

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Talking points: fatherhood, parenting, mindset, culture

Taking time off as a man seems perfectly normal—until it’s done for a newborn. While I don’t disagree that a father can (and should) work to provide for his family, I also think that your presence is a deeply important factor in your kid’s development. Here’s my rationale.

(00:00:00) - What inspired this episode

(00:03:10) - The real reasons I took time off 

(00:07:56) - How I’ve learned to define success

(00:11:52) - I challenge men to think differently about things when their children are born

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Talking points: anger, relationships, finances, birth, mental health, masculine/feminine dynamics

Delighted to have the frank yet eloquent honesty of Christine Hassler on the show. This episode is a top choice to listen to with your partner if you're looking for some relationship advice that combines practicality, spirituality, and much more.

[01:02] - Christine's defining moment.

[07:59] - Christine on women and anger

[12:23] - How Connor and Christine define ego.

[15:25] - Women and anger.

[28:14] - How can men effectively address a woman's anger?

[36:57] - How modern relationships have changed for men and women.

[48:59] - What conversations should people be having about money?

Christine Hassler is a master coach, spiritual psychologist, facilitator, and speaker with 20 years of experience. She is the best-selling author of three books, most recently Expectation Hangover: Free Yourself From Your Past, Change Your Present and Get What you Really Want and is the host of top-rated podcast “Over it and On With It” where she coaches people live on the show. Christine is the co-founder of Elementum Coaching Institute, a premier coaching certification program. She also holds in-person retreats and teaches online courses on relationships, calling in love, healing your inner child, and personal mastery.

Connect with Christine

-Website: https://christinehassler.com/

-Podcast: https://christinehassler.com/podcast/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christinehassler/

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christinehasslerpage/

-Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChristinHassler

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/christinehassler

Pick up my brand-new book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

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There are a LOT of relationship tips and tricks on social media. Lots of traps too, and this one is possibly the worst. Dig in, dear listener.

What's your take? Would love to hear your thoughts on Instagram (or check the YouTube video)!

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Talking points: relationships, IMAGO therapy, emotional intelligence, social media, attachment theory, conflict, sex, intimacy, artificial intelligence

Deeply grateful to have sat down with Nick last week to chat about all things relationships. Nick is, frankly, one of the best in the biz, and his compassionate yet no-nonsense approach has helped a great many people.

If you’re interested AT ALL in levelling up your intimate relationships, this is an episode to listen to. Strongly recommend you listen alongside your partner—or at least share it with them later.

[00:01:04] - Nick’s defining moment
[00:09:48] - What made you choose IMAGO certification?
[00:12:15] - Where do you see modern relationships breaking down most often?
[00:15:57] - How would you say social media has affect modern relationships?
[00:21:08] - What does it mean when your partner says “I’m not feeling seen”?
[00:25:50] - What other ways can we support our partner in being heard?
[00:28:52] - So what is IMAGO therapy based on? What tools does it deploy?
[00:44:49] - What are some of main challenges couples face in the realm is sex and intimacy?
[00:59:11] - Do you think AI is going to impact the future of intimate relationships?
[01:07:33] - We ultimately want to bump up against each other at a deeper level
[01:10:25] - What’s your definition of a conscious relationship?

Nick Solaczek Certified IMAGO Relationship Coach, working with individuals and couples to boost their emotional intelligence and success in romantic relationships. He emphasizes safe conversation techniques, mindfulness, authenticity, and boundary setting.
 
Nick is based in Vancouver, Canada, and has coached Hollywood celebrities, CEO’s, secret agents, high-profile lawyers, therapists, doctors, fresh partners and lifelong marriages. He’s also been privileged to assist Dr. Harville Hendrix and Dr. Helen LaKelly Hunt (founders of IMAGO and authors of the bestseller Getting the Love You Want) in their online training for couples.

Connect with Nick

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicksolaczek/
-Couples Course - Romatic Relationship Reset: https://nicksolaczek.com/reset/
-Website: www.nicksolaczek.com

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