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In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and answer questions about how to leave a significant legacy, getting over toxic relationships, the law of attraction, the importance of a patriarch in a family, and our obligation to serve in the community. These questions come from our Patreon members, Iron Council brothers, and Facebook group members. Please leave us a rating and review! www.orderofman.com

What does it mean to be a complete beast? This is a question my guest, Jack Donovan, attempts to answer in his latest book, appropriately titled, A More Complete Beast. There is a reason the title is likely to resonate with you, as a man. Each of us understands that we are both man and beast. Today we cover so much about the subject of masculinity including why being a man has to be an intentional choice, the power of what he calls the "conquering eye," how to avoid becoming a victim of victims, and how each and every one of us can become a more complete beast. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS What it means to become a more complete beast Why you have to make an intentional choice to be a man Why men are perceived as a threat to society Why you should challenge yourself as a man The four masculine tactical virtues - strength, courage, mastery, honor Why some people try to redefine words to fit their narrative The power of the "conquering eye" Why it's important to define an honor code for yourself Why you should care about some people's opinions Avoiding become the victims of the victims Sifting through the noise of others Why there is no honor in being a victim, only in overcoming it Why vulnerability is not as powerful as modern society would have you believe Why masculinity is not a mask JACK DONOVAN Gentlemen, my guest today is a man a lot of you are familiar with and someone I've had on the podcast before. His name is Jack Donovan and he is the author of several books on the subject of modernity and masculinity including The Way of Men, A Sky Without Eagles, Becoming a Barbarian, and his latest release, A More Complete Beast. As you may know, Jack is a fascinating man and probably one you wouldn't expect to hear on this podcast (in fact, I made a joke about Jack, a pagan, and myself, a Mormon, walking into an ax-throwing bar just after this interview). That said, his views on the subject of manliness and masculinity, although controversial, resonate with so many of us because they're spot on and refreshing in a time when more and more of society has a hard time even discussing what it means to be a man. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/185 Website: https://orderofman.com

Whether we realize it or not, every single one of us is leaving a legacy. We can do that by default or we can be intentional and deliberate about what we leave behind long after we're dead and gone. Today, I share a quick recap of our inaugural Legacy event, four strategies for leaving a stronger legacy, and three action items for you to complete in order for you to flush out the type of man you want to be remembered as. www.orderofman.com/FFN127 Please leave us a rating and review!

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and I talk influence and leadership, not wrapping up your identity in outside factors, overcoming overwhelm and insecurity, and so much more. These questions come from our Patreon Members. Please leave us a rating and review! www.orderofman.com

Everyone once in a while you have the opportunity to sit down and talk with someone like you've known them for years. Although me and my guest today, Pete Roberts, have only known each other for six months or so, we share some core values when it comes to the way we approach our life, our business, and our responsibilities as men. Today we talk about how arrogance is hurting men, how to instill discipline in your children, the importance of self-checking yourself, and how to set yourself free. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The real deal with being an introvert/extrovert How Jiu-Jitsu translates into life Why you aren't as good as you think you are How your arrogance is hurting you The cycle of hardship and how it creates stronger men The American Dream and how to bring it back How to instill discipline into your children Why brute strength isn't always your ally How to keep kids from going soft The power of "tribalism" and conformity How to create a powerful culture Delegating roles and responsibilities How to effectively use the Pareto principle to produce more How you can tell a lot about people through who associates with them How Decentralized Command can help you win in business in life How to remove your emotions from the equation The importance of self-checking yourself Why you need to get rid of stuff in your life PETE ROBERTS My guest today is friend and founder of Origin Maine, Pete Roberts. I was fortunate enough to join him at his Jiu-Jitsu Immersion Camp a couple weeks ago and, while there, had an opportunity to sit down with him for an off-the-cuff interview about family, business, and life. This is a man who I really admire and respect not only for his business acumen but the purpose and reasoning behind what he's doing for his family, his employees, and his community. You've heard me talk about Origin for months. Now you get to meet the man behind the vision and his talk on business and the world. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/184 Website: https://orderofman.com

I can think of very few things as important as the role of fatherhood. Unfortunately, too many men are way too willing to step down from the mantle of fatherhood and into the lower tier of "buddy" or "bro." Today, I share 10 strategies for ensuring you succeed as a father which ultimately means your kids succeed as adults. www.orderofman.com/FFN126 Please leave us a rating and review!

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and I talk about man's propensity to take risks, how to reconcile the gap between science and spirituality, and how to foster discipline in children without breaking their spirit. Patreon Members Please leave us a rating and review! www.orderofman.com

Becoming better leaders is something all of us are striving to become. And, there's no better place to learn how to be an effective leader than the battlefield of Ramadi, Iraq during one of the most dangerous times during the Iraq War. My guest today is Dave Berke, an instructor with Echelon Front and retired Marine Corps officer and fighter pilot. Today, we talk about taking those leadership lessons and applying them in civilian life, the importance of finding purposeful work, how to keep your children from going soft, delegating roles and responsibilities, and overcoming the obstacles of reality. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The importance of finding a purposeful mission Overcoming the obstacles of reality Understanding that there are no shortcuts in life How air combat differs from ground combat What is the "best of combat" How to combat loss How to create a meaningful life The purpose of warriors How to keep kids from going soft Why you should be careful of solving people's problems Setting realistic expectations for yourself and others Delegating roles and responsibilities When getting too close to your team hinders performance Why you need to understand that conflict is not a bad thing DAVE BERKE My guest today is Dave Berke. He is a retired Marine Corps officer, fighter pilot, and ground combat leader. He spent three years as an instructor at TOPGUN and later went on to support task unit bruiser on the ground in Ramadi. He's flown the F-16, F-18, F-22, and F-35 but gave that up to serve in multiple combat missions in some of the most dangerous cities in Iraq. He's since gone on to become a leadership instructor with Echelon Front on the subject of leadership, decision making, risk mitigation, and creating winning teams. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/183 Website: https://orderofman.com

One of the most common challenges among men is the relationship with their wife. It's not really all that surprising. Anytime two people come together with their own set of experiences, perspectives, upbringing, cultures, and backgrounds, there's bound to struggle. Unfortunately, these differences lead to separation and divorce all too often. The union between a man and his wife is one of the most powerful relationships any man can strive to have which is why it must be fought for. Today, I share 20 strategies (plus 1 bonus strategy) for winning with your wife. www.orderofman.com/FFN125 Please leave us a rating and review!

Today, me and Kipp Sorensen cover how to become more decisive and still open ourselves up to new information, how to create effective rites of passages, establishing healthy boundaries, and your one key objective as a leader. Patreon Members Please leave us a rating and review! www.ordeorfman.com

Extreme Ownership is a philosophy that has been coined by Navy SEALs, Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, and one that most of you listening are familiar with. But when does extreme ownership become too much? That's a question my guest, Jocko Willink, has answered in his new book, The Dichotomy of Leadership. Today, we explore that question, how to avoid taking things too far, how to overcome your own ego when you recognize it, how to strike the balance between caring for your team and placing the mission first, and so much more. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS How to get into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu translates into everyday life How to remove your ego from the equation When extreme ownership becomes a problem How to avoid taking things too far How and why you should allow your subordinates to lead The dichotomy of caring about your team but putting the mission first How to best honor the fallen The meaning of duty When to allow slack and when not to The importance of appearance in leadership Why you should make your boss look great When you should and shouldn't tell the truth to your team Why you should avoid "false cheerleading" Why making things fun for your children is critical towards their development How to use the practice of "flanking" in leadership How to overcome your own ego when you recognize it JOCKO WILLINK My guest today is a man who needs no introduction. His name is Jocko Willink and this is the third time I've been fortunate enough to interview him for this podcast. Today, we cover his new book, The Dichotomy of Leadership (which is sure to be a New York Times Bestseller), the follow-up to Extreme Ownership. As you are all well aware, Jocko is a Navy SEAL and was the commander of Task Unit Bruiser, the most highly-decorated special forces unit of the Iraq War. I was fortunate enough to spend some time with him a couple weeks ago at Origin's Immersion Camp and I can tell you that this is a man who lives what he preaches. I saw a perspective of him through his instruction and stories from his team that only solidifies my respect for who he is as a veteran, husband, father, and man. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/182 Website: https://orderofman.com

It seems there's a growing trend of entitlement in society today. Everywhere you turn, people are demanding results they haven't earned - a minimum wage, job security, health insurance, happiness, a minimum standard of living, etc., etc., etc. Then, they have the audacity to complain when they don't get exactly what they want. It's sickening, to say the least. Today, I share 5 simple strategies for overcoming the entitlement mentality and how to get more out of life. www.orderofman.com/FFN124 Please leave us a rating and review!

Today, we field questions from the Order of Man Facebook Group on becoming more motivated, living in integrity, dealing with a separation, overcoming a victimhood mentality, violence as a virtue, and so much more. Please leave us a rating and review! www.ordeorfman.com

There is no question, our boys are in trouble. Take a look at any metric and it becomes painfully obvious that our young men are falling behind - violence, grades, drug abuse, and suicide to name a few. The questions is not, "Is it happening?" but, "Why?" Today I am joined by Dr. Warren Farrell, a leader in understanding the issues our boys are facing. We talk about how men have fallen into a "purpose void," why boys need to be raised differently than girls, the rise of the Incels, and how to deal with the emerging boy crisis. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The many ways in which our boys are in trouble Why these problems were created by a solution How men have fallen into a "purpose void" The "hero paradox" and social bribes to men Why our boys need to be raised differently What happens to boy and girls when they're dad-deprived How fathering can become our purpose Causes of depression and suicide Addressing ADHD in our young men Does the "gender pay gap" really exist The rise of the Incels How the ability to delay gratification is a huge indicator of future success The key differences between heroic intelligence and health intelligence How boys respond to biological fathers versus step-fathers The importance of roughhousing DR. WARREN FARRELL My guest today is Dr. Warren Farrell. He is a leader in the movement to understand the myriad of issues our young men are facing. Previously, a feminist and the only man to ever be elected three times to the National Organization for Women, he has since seen what the feminist movement has become and it's negative impact on our boys. He's been selected as one of the world's top 100 thought leaders and has had numerous appearances on CNN, Lary King Live, Oprah, The Today Show, Good Morning America, New York Times, Forbes, and the Wall Street Journal. He's taught at all levels of education and is a frequent speaker at Fortune 500 companies, military branches, and even NASA. It was such an honor to talk to him and get so much incredible insight into his thoughts and boys and gender, in general. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/181 Website: https://orderofman.com

Today, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen discuss Origin's Jiu-Jitsu Immersion Camp, the "x-factor," how to build more confidence, how to get started in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and why every man should consider some sort of martial art. www.orderofman.com/ Please leave us a rating and review!

This week, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen field questions from members of the Order of Man Facebook Group. They cover disciplining children, dealing with ADHD/PTSD, overcoming addiction, and so much more. Please leave us a rating and review!

Violence isn't a word a lot of people believe should be attributed to men and his responsibilities. We know that isn't true because we believe that the ability to violence is not only within us, it can be harnessed to keep ourselves and others protected from those who wish to do violence to us. Today, I am joined by Marine Corps Veteran, Ian Strimbeck to talk about why every man should learn how to harness the darker side of masculinity. We cover so much in this podcast including harnessing effective verbalization skills, how to get better at predicting human behavior, the power of intuition and how to use it effectively, and how to develop and harness the softer side of violence. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Developing the soft skills required to face adversity The difference between software and hardware when it comes to facing threats Why every man needs to wrap his head around potential violence How to avoid "target fixation" How to develop and harness effective verbalization skills How to get better at predicting human behavior How the skills for violence are translatable to everyday life Why we should learn to tap into our primal roots The importance of humility in keeping yourself and other safe Learning not to make yourself a target The power of intuition and how to use it effectively The four cues you should be aware of in others when looking for threats How "profiling" can keep you alive The correct priority of engagement How to use appearance as a deterrent Why establishing baseline behavior in others is so crucial IAN STRIMBECK My guest today is veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Ian Strimbeck. Ian reached out a couple months ago and, as I was preparing for this conversation, I was extremely impressed by his resume as a veteran and warrior in not only the military but in the executive protection space. He's taken what he has learned on the battlefield and now teaches those who want to be better protectors of themselves and the people they have a responsibility for. This was such a fascinating discussion with an extremely fascinating man and I think, not only are you going to enjoy our conversation, you're going to walk away with some information that could just save your life. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/180 Website: https://orderofman.com

Too many men are searching for external validation from their friends, family, and colleagues. The problem with that is that it's beyond your control. The far superior path is to learn to make yourself proud. The rest will take care of itself. www.orderofman.com/FFN122 Please leave us a rating and review!

Today, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen field questions from members of the Order of Man Facebook Group. They cover how to establish effective boundaries, boosting testosterone naturally, and what should be included in an "Every Day Carry." Connect with us at www.ordeorfman.com

We live in a culture of ultimate softness but there seems to be a resurgence of men who understand the value of being tough, resilient, and gritty. These are the men I aspire to be more like because I understand how crucial it is, as Theodore Roosevelt states, to "keep the barbarian virtues." Today, I am joined by my friend, Brian Call, AKA Gritty, to talk about how hunting and connecting with nature makes you tougher, why we need to learn from the men who have gone before, the role parents play in developing fortitude in their children, and how you can develop more grit. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS How to get started in bow hunting How hunting makes you tougher Developing discipline through hobbies The dangers of being disconnected from your food How the mass of our meat gets processed Why eating meat is not unethical How hunting creates a wide range of emotional sorrow and joy Why you need to learn from men who have gone before How to keep calm in a potentially dangerous situation The role parents play in developing grit in their children The danger of the "outrage society" in which we live Why it's not a good idea to search for "happiness" How to overcome fear and weakness through exposure How minimalism helps you become free BRIAN CALL Gentlemen, today I have the honor of introducing you to my friend, Brian Call. He is an avid bow hunter and the founder and host of the Gritty Podcast where he talks all things bowhunting and developing more grit. I've been following him and his work for quite some time now and I finally had the chance to connect with him in this candid interview. What really resonates with me about Brian is his willingness to share not only his victories but his setbacks and how he's managed to overcome them. I hope you enjoy this powerful conversation with a man I really admire and respect. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/179 Website: https://orderofman.com

One of my biggest struggles is patience. I think the same holds true for any high-achieving man. We tend to want the results immediately. Unfortunately, it just doesn't work that way. That, however, does not mean we need to sit back and simply wait for our goals to come to fruition. Today, I share six strategies for exercising patience while assertively working towards our objectives. www.orderofman.com/FFN121 Please leave us a rating and review!

In our first-ever "Ask Me Anything," Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen field questions from members of the Order of Man Facebook Group. They cover how one overcomes guilt and past mistakes, how to support a wife with a stressful job, how to change the future, and so much more. Please leave us a rating and review!

There is so much to talk about in the world today but very few people who are capable of having an intelligent conversation about some sensitive subjects without completely losing their minds. Today, I am joined again by my friend, Sal Di Stefano to talk about a lot of these hot and polarizing topics including how technology is changing conversation, the moral implications of markets and governments, how important it is that fathers are in the home, the legalization of drugs, the shift towards nihilism, and everywhere in between. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The power of decentralization How technology is changing conversations The importance of embracing immerging technology The problems with formal higher education How free markets allocate resources effectively and efficiently Why policy needs to be enacted based on data, not feelings The moral implications of markets and governments How minimum wage requirements price out entry-level workers How the rejection of personal responsibility leads to nihilism How money fixed the problem found in voluntary trade The dangers inherently found in "equality of outcome" How market specialization creates more productive results The slippery slope of enacting laws to protect you from yourself The negative and positive impact of legalizing drugs How important it is that fathers are in the home How children become a powerful source of purpose and direction for fathers How and why every man needs to find purpose and direction in life How your self-help journey should start in the gym How intermittent fasting can benefit you in all aspects of your life The slippery slope of enacting laws to protect you from yourself The importance of nutrition in your health overhaul SAL DI STEFANO Sal Di Stefano is back for round two. He is someone that I've gotten to know over the past couple of years. We've been able to connect because we agree on a lot of the same issues and are extremely interested in having important and relevant dialogue on topics most people shy away from. Sal is the co-founder of MindPump Media. He's spent nearly 20 years as a fitness and personal trainer and focused science and truth to the fitness industry. Although we only talk about fitness and nutrition towards the end of this conversation, it's apparent that Sal is someone who strives to find objective truth in all facets of life and prides himself and sharing that truth with others. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/178 Website: https://orderofman.com

Unfortunately, finding a man of character, conviction, and principle has become increasingly difficult. More and more, men are becoming wishy-washy, weak, cowardly, and otherwise pathetic. Today, I share 5 simple strategies every man can employ to grow a spine become a man of strength and character. www.orderofman.com/FFN120 Please leave us a rating and review!

Building a business is something on so many men's minds. I can't even begin to count how many men I hear from who are unsatisfied with where they are with regards to their professional life and career path. Today, I talk with my good friend, Jordan Harbertson, co-founder of MTNOPS, to uncover how he's been able to build a thriving business. We cover the importance of proximity to other powerful people, how to know when you're ready to take the entrepreneurial leap, striking the balance between giving and taking, and how every man can build a business of meaning and significance. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Our dependence on technology The importance of proximity to other powerful people How to tell a powerful story to connect with others How to build something special in your life How to identify and connect with the right people The first steps to discovering your purpose How to know if you're ready to take a leap into entrepreneurship How to get your wife on board with a new venture Addressing and overcoming obstacles How improving communication improves all areas of life How to strike the balance between giving and taking Why belief in what you're doing is so important How to become more influential by changing yourself JORDAN HARBERTSON Men, I am honored to introduce you to my friend, Jordan Harbertson. He and I met years ago as we both launched our businesses around the same time. I've been inspired watching him market his business and create something truly special for himself, his business partners, his community, and his family. I've watched him and his partners take MTN OPS from a simple idea to a powerhouse in the very crowded marketplace of supplemental nutrition. Jordan is one of the most real people I know. He takes about his struggles personally and professionally including his transformation with his fitness over the past several months and what it takes to succeed in business and life. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/177 Website: https://orderofman.com

Most men know how critical it is to build a team around him but very few men invest the time, energy, and resources into building one. Today I talk about why a team is so important and share five strategies for building a powerful group of men who will help you succeed. www.orderofman.com/FFN119 Please leave us a rating and review!

Legendary is a term we hear often. But, when is the last time you actually thought about what it meant? Being legendary is about creating and living a life in which the principles and lessons you leave behind will last long after you're dead and gone. Today, I'm joined by the President of Sorinex, Bert Sorin. We cover the importance of creating the right culture, balancing family time with professional ambition, leading through vulnerability, and how a man becomes legendary. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The importance of the right culture Balancing family time with professional ambition The power of presence Why vision is so critical How to overcome going through the motions How to find more time for yourself How to deal with people clamoring for your attention Leading through vulnerability Why apologizing doesn't undermine your authority Finding the solutions to your own problems Improving human performance How to overcome stagnation Pros and cons of running a family business BERT SORIN My guest today is Bert Sorin, CEO of Sorinex. If you're not familiar with Sorinex, they are the leading innovator in American made strength and conditioning equipment. Bert grew up in the business his dad started nearly four decades ago and has since gone on to develop, refine, and innovate the business into what it is today. Bert is a former Division 1 Track and Field All-American and an Olympics trails athlete. Since then, he's gone on to build his family business and create a legacy that reaches far beyond what he and his father have built. He's become a friend over the past several months and I can't think of a better man to talk with me about leading ourselves, our businesses, and our families the best way we're capable of. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/176 Website: https://orderofman.com

There's a lot of talk about "evolving the definition" of masculinity. What a shame since masculinity has driven much of the positive growth we enjoy in society today. Couple the desire to change what masculinity is with the confusion about what it is in the first place and it's easy to understand why there's so much misinformation about what masculinity is and, ultimately, what it means to be a man. www.orderofman.com/FFN118 Please leave us a rating and review!

Addiction is something a lot of men are facing. Whether it's an addiction to alcohol, pornography, or drugs, it is something that can be overcome. Today, I am joined by UFC fighter, Court McGee, to talk about his battle with addiction and his ability over the past decade to fight and win this never-ending battle. We talk about his positive upbringing, how he used fighting as an outlet, the disease of addiction, his downward spiral, and how he has overcome his drug addiction. This one is a bit different as I wanted to give Court the platform to share his story so I gave him the mic and let him run. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The disease of addiction The importance of meaning and significance How ego gets in the way and magnifies addiction Why people turn to self-medication How to avoid lying to yourself The importance of finding a team to surround yourself with Developing and fostering willpower The power of a support unit How martial arts and other activities can help in overcoming addiction How to use your pain as a catalyst for growth How to use your struggles to serve others COURT MCGEE I'm honored to introduce you to my guest, Mr. Court McGee. Court is a UFC fighter and the winner of the 11th season of the Ultimate Fighter. Despite his accomplishments in the ring, today, we focus on his personal life outside of it Court spent a lot of his life hooked on just about every drug imaginable and once overdosed on heroin where he was estimated to have spent 8 minutes without a heartbeat or pulse. There is no doubt that Court McGee is a man who knows how to fight but I am absolutely blown away with the story of his greatest battle in overcoming addiction, walking the path of long-term sobriety, how he handles adversity, and how he's taken his greatest challenge and turned himself into a force for good. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/175 Website: https://orderofman.com

Learning to market yourself is such a critical skill to develop. Whether you're working to secure a promotion, get a date, pick up new clients, or enlist your children in getting the chores done, your ability to market yourself effectively will spell the difference between success and failure. Today, I break down seven key strategies for improving your ability to market yourself to whoever you may be trying to win over. www.orderofman.com/FFN117 Please leave us a rating and review!

Let's be honest, Yoga isn't a thought you'd immediately conjure up as manly. But, as I've recently discovered, participating in Yoga has significantly improved my performance, strength, and fitness all of which every man should be striving to improve. Today, I'm joined by repeat guest, Dean Pohlman, to talk about his new book. We cover why every man should consider incorporating Yoga in his fitness regimen, how flexibility improves strength, the unknown benefits for men of participating in Yoga, and how a man can learn to connect mind and spirit through the practice of Yoga. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS What is Yoga The benefits for men of doing Yoga The difference between Yoga and simply stretching The spiritual component of practicing Yoga Why it's important to learn how to connect the body and spirit How to develop more "flow" How Yoga helps improve heart rate variability How flexibility improves strength Developing a personal philosophy for life Why Yoga pairs well with resistance training How often one should do Yoga 7 keys to Yoga success How to get started DEAN POHLMAN My guest today is my friend Dean Pohlman. Dean and I met years ago when he was first on my show. Since then, we've become friends and I've started incorporating some of what he's been teaching into my own life. He is the founder of Man Flow Yoga, which is an online platform designed to help men learn the fundamentals and foundation of Yoga, and how it can improve every aspect of their fitness. I was a little skeptical at first but I've been amazed and how much this guy knows about functional fitness, strength building, and men's health in general. Today, we talk about a lot of different elements of health and fitness including the message from his latest book, Yoga Fitness for Men. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/174 Website: https://orderofman.com

Today, we talk about the importance of finding a hobby and 5 strategies for finding hobbies that engage your mind and soul. It's easy to dismiss the notion of carving out time for ourselves considering all our responsibilities but it's imperative if we have any hope of becoming the men we're capable of becoming. www.orderofman.com/FFN116 Please leave us a rating and review!

There is no shortage of diet and nutrition advice out there. Most of it is hype, gimmicky, extremely biased, and untested/unfounded. It's no wonder though as most of us are after the quick fix to a lifetime of making bad food and exercise choices. Today, I am joined by Chad Howse, author of "The Man Diet," to talk about why these other diets fail and why a man's approach to what he eats should be relatively simple. We talk about the specific benefits of incorporating this style of nutrition in your life, why intermittent fasting works so well, keys to developing testosterone naturally and safely, society's emasculation of men, and why you should consider incorporating the "Man Diet" into your life. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Why this has been dubbed the "man diet" The benefits of incorporating this diet into your life The power of intermittent fasting Common myths when it comes to diet and nutrition Keys to developing testosterone naturally and safely Why competition is critical in developing testosterone The chemical differences between men and women How to track macronutrients Why you should consider adopting the mantra, "excellence in all things" The damaging effects of cortisol levels and how to reduce them The danger of society's emasculation of men The "do's" and "don't's" of eating clean CHAD HOWSE My guest today is someone that I've been following and paying attention to for quite some time. We only recently connected with the release of his latest book, The Man Diet. He has been on a mission over the past several years of reclaiming what it means to be a man and his goals and objectives are very much in alignment with what we share here in the Order of Man. He is the founder of Chad Howse Fitness and Average 2 Alpha and today he is here to talk about the power of incorporating what he has dubbed, "the man diet." Please leave us a review at http://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: http://orderofman.com/173 Website: http://orderofman.com

The path of most resistance. It's a term you'll rarely hear. That's because we, as men, are hard-wired to look for the path of least resistance. And, while there's merit to being efficient and effective in the quickest, most convenient way possible, it's not always in our best interest to take the easy route. Today, I share why. www.orderofman.com/FFN115 Please leave us a rating and review!

Every man, at some point, will lose his way. It's not really a question of "if" but a question of "when." When that day comes, the way you decided to face that adversity will spell the difference in you overcoming or succumbing. My guest today, powerlifter Brandon Lilly, is a man who has faced his fair share of obstacles but refuses to quit and always charges forward. We talk about the power of saying "no," why nothing ends with a period, how to develop more confidence, overcoming the need to be seen, and why every man ought to consider adopting the mantra, "Work, Don't Whine." SHOW HIGHLIGHTS • Why working without whining is so powerful • How to say "no" • Why problems scale and how to avoid it • Why nothing ends with a "period" • Finding the middle ground and why it's so important • Why the way we do things matters • How to develop and build more confidence • Overcoming the need to be seen • How ego and arrogance are hurting you • The power of integrity and telling the truth BRANDON LILLY My guest today is my friend, Brandon Lilly. A lot of you know who this man is but if you don't, I'm not sure how you've missed him. He's one of the biggest men I know and certainly one of the strongest. He is ranked as one of the strongest powerlifters and consistently lifts more than 2,000lbs combined in the deadlift, squat and bench press. He's worked with and consulted SEAL Teams, University of Kentucky Football, the Bengals, and numerous other organizations and Crossfit gyms around the country. But on top of all that, he's a man who is extremely humble in failure and victory (you'll hear some of those stories today). Today he's going to be talking about overcoming some of his trials and why he's adopted "Work, Don't Whine" as his mantra. Please leave us a review at http://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: http://orderofman.com/172 Website: http://orderofman.com

There are a lot of men who want to fix their marriages. While it sounds counterintuitive, the best way to fix your marriage is to fix yourself. Because, when you improve who you are as a man and how you're showing up as a husband, you're naturally going to produce a better marriage. Sure, a strong marriage is the result of the things that both you and your wife are doing but there's nothing you can do about her. That's why it's best to focus on the one thing you can control - yourself. Here are 7 ways to do just that... www.orderofman.com/FFN114 Please leave us a rating and review!

Every man will, at some point, be placed in a position of leadership, whether it's in the walls of his home, a new project at work, a promotion, ecclesiastical services, with friends, or simply leading himself. His ability to lead effectively will spell the difference between success and failure in any endeavor. Today, I am joined by retired Green Beret Lieutenant Colonel, Scott Mann to talk about how to be a strong leader. We talk about the importance of becoming a great storyteller, how to play your position well and allow others to do the same, why leaders need to learn to get out of the way, and how you can lead from the top. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Why leaders need to become great storytellers The importance of becoming your own hero How great leaders learn to play their position Why leaders need to learn to get out of the way How leaders communicate across cultures How we locate ourselves through others' stories The power of writing your own story Why you need to meet people where they are How to solicit feedback from your team How to create win-win situations How to negotiate more effectively Why all great leaders have a service mindset LIEUTENANT COLONEL SCOTT MANN Today, I have the honor of introducing you to retired Green Beret Lieutenant Colonel, Scott Mann. He is a master at building relationships in high-stakes, competitive environments, as you might imagine. He spent 23 years in the United States Army (18 of which in were spent as a Green Beret) where he specialized in missions all over the world including Colombia, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He is also a regular contributor on CNN, Fox, and Bloomberg, and many others where he shares his insights and experience when it comes to leading teams effectively. Obviously, he's worked in some extremely hostile environments where he's been able to lead missions effectively through his ability to build trust and credibility where most of that had been destroyed. Please leave us a review at http://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: http://orderofman.com/171 Website: http://orderofman.com

So many men love to play the victim card. They believe everybody and everything is stacked against them. In reality, we know that's not true. Here's why people do it and 5 ways to avoid making yourself into a victim. www.orderofman.com/FFN113 Please leave us a rating and review!

Every time you turn around, you're bombarded with a thousand ads, a million choices, and an endless supply of options and "opportunities." It's becoming increasingly difficult to manage the landscape of the ever-growing decisions that need to be made. Add to that our desire to be seen and perceived a certain way by people we may not even know or like, and it's easy to see why the disease of wanting more is becoming a real problem. My guest today, Joshua Becker, makes the case for why more is less. He argues (and, I agree) that having less stuff in our life can truly unlock the key to a more meaningful and purpose-driven life. We talk about the benefits of owning less, why we have the desire to own more than we'll ever need or use, the burden extra possessions place on our lives, and how you can become a minimalist. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The positive benefits of owning less The first things you should get rid of Why living on less can be so challenging How our brains aren't able to handle maximum input The burden "stuff" places on our lives Three reasons we feel the need to own so much stuff How to build the habit of living off less How to decide what the keep and what to eliminate Why money does not equal happiness and security The power of being more generous with your money How to overcome the resistance to living minimally The very first steps to reducing your amount of possessions JOSHUA BECKER Gentlemen, I have the honor of introducing you to my guest today, Joshua Becker. He is the founder of Becoming Minimalist and the bestselling author of The More of Less. And, in the spirit of the message we'll be discussing today, I will keep this introduction short. We were introduced by a mutual friend who had taken much of what Joshua has been teaching and incorporating it into his own life. I did some initial research and immediately recognized a need to adopt the practice of "rational minimalism" into my own. I've already begun implementing some of his teachings and I can honestly say I've been able to free up more mental and physical capacity for more important pursuits in my life. Please leave us a review at http://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: http://orderofman.com/170 Website: http://orderofman.com

Society is becoming softer. Society is becoming weaker. This idea of softness is perpetuated by much of society, the school system, media, and entertainment and Hollywood. We do ourselves a huge disservice when we overlook the importance of being strong, tough, gritty, resilient, and all the things that we would traditionally think of when we think of how a man shows up in life. I'm not suggesting by any means that a man can't be loving, supportive, open, and vulnerable. Of course, he can be those things. There is a time and a place to be that way but to say that that's always the case, to say that we need to be softer at the expense of these other masculine virtues, is hurting society in general. There will come a point in time where those traditional masculine virtues are to be used in order to produce productive outcomes for ourselves, our loved ones, and the people we care about. Typically, this manifests itself in a negative situation, whether that's something in the family like a divorce, loss of a loved one, or being laid off from a job, but it also applies to natural disasters and emergencies. For example, Hurricane Harvey in Texas and the fires in California last year. During these times, we saw countless men, step up and do what it is that men do best. We also see why strength is important in the global arena as well when it comes to military conflict, for example. It's critical we never overlook the importance of harnessing the power of being tough, resilient, gritty, et cetera. Today, I want to talk with you about some of the consequences and symptoms of the softening of society. And, I also want to talk about why softness is spreading. I'm not a conspiracy theorist but I do think there are some factors at work here that are promoting this idea of clinging to these softer virtues at the expense of the harder virtues. We're going to talk about how we can become tougher, more resilient, and stronger because the last thing I want to do is complain, whine, or nag about a topic without providing any solutions. www.orderofman.com/FFN112 Please leave us a rating and review!

In a world where everyone and everything is clamoring for your attention, it is becomingly increasingly difficult to focus on the vital few as opposed to the trivial many. My guest today, Greg McKeown, the New York Times Bestselling Author of Essentialism, makes the case for why less can actually be more. We talk about how to eliminate distractions, the criteria for measuring what task you should actually focus on, how to establish proper boundaries, and why every man should take on the disciplined pursuit of less. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Why focusing on less can be more How to ensure only the right things get done The difference between thinking broadly and deeply Establishing criteria to measure your decisions How to eliminate the things that don't matter How to effectively establish proper boundaries How to refine and hone your gut instinct Establishing practices for systematic execution Why small wins are vital How using the word 'no' is a liberating exercise Moving your thinking from "can't" to "don't" Focusing on the vital few rather than the trivial many How to create more space (physical and mental) in your life GREG MCKEOWN Gentlemen, I want to introduce you to my guest today, Mr. Greg McKeown. He is a man who needs no introduction for many of you. If you're familiar with his work at all, you've likely read the book, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less. In this New York Times Bestselling book, Greg makes the case for why each of us should strive to focus on the few things that actually matter as opposed to the tasks and projects many of us get bogged down with. He's spoken all over the world at industry conferences, huge companies like Apple, Google, Facebook, and Twitter, and governments including a personal invitation from the Prince of Norway. Needless to say, this is a man who knows what he's talking about when it comes to doing less but producing more. Please leave us a review at http://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: http://orderofman.com/169 Website: http://orderofman.com

I see so many men who don't have any level of respect for themselves let alone being able to command any respect from others. I was noticing the other day as I was walking to the post office, that there were people who wouldn't even look me in the eye. And, not only would they not look me in the eye, they were working hard to ensure that they didn't have to look me in the eye. When I shake people's hand, I get these limp fish handshakes. Those are just two small examples of the manifestation of a lack of confidence. It's bad, guys. You know exactly what I'm talking about. You've seen this in co-workers, friends, kids, and maybe even yourself. And, if you're someone who is not commanding respect, you are living a life less than you're capable of. I don't want that to be the case. I want you, as a man to step up, to be assertive, confident, to be able to ask for promotions, ask women on dates, and get out of this life what you should. And, part of that is being able to command the respect of other people. When I talk about commanding respect, one of the things that I'm really addressing here is the idea of the "X-factor." We've all seen it. We've all been to a meeting, conference or office setting when we just feel somebody walk into the room. We turn around and see this guy who has "it," whatever "it" is. We can't quite put our finger on it but we know that this is a guy that has something special; there's something unique about this individual. What a lot of men do is write that off and dismiss it as something that he was naturally gifted or naturally born with. Sure, there may be men who have a predisposition to be more like this but I'll tell you what, being able to develop what most people write off as the "X-factor" is something that can be developed. I know this because that's what I've been able to do. For a long time (especially when I was younger) I walked around very insecure, very complacent, and frankly just a little bit afraid and scared of life in general. I couldn't make eye contact with people. I couldn't hold a conversation. And not only that, I actually just tried to avoid people altogether. It wasn't up until relatively recently that I have been able to develop a level of confidence that allows me to look in another person's eyes. This newfound level of confidence allows me to ask and command exactly what I believe I deserve. I'm just telling you, from experience, it's a significantly better way to live. I made a post on Instagram two or three weeks ago about teaching others how to treat you. A lot of people agreed with me and said, "Yeah, you definitely teach other people how to treat you," and other people blew that off and dismissed it. I believe that you and I are constantly teaching other people how we will be treated. We do this through our actions and our words and the way we carry ourselves We teach our kids, spouses, colleagues, employers, and bosses to what level of respect we will be treated with. That's the last thing I want to see in men. I want men to walk around with their heads held high. I want them to have a level of confidence in what they're doing, who they are, and how they show up because I believe that this will, first, save their sanity and well-being and, second, determine much of their success. www.orderofman.com/FFN111 Please leave us a rating and review!

We all know that we need to be mentally tough. There's no question of that. Yet, forging mental toughness seems to be one of the most elusive pursuits. All of us know how to develop physical toughness but rarely do we have any practices in place that will help us develop mental toughness. My guest today, Ryan Lange, is one of the most mentally tough men I know. It's amazing considering he's only 21 years old. I won't get into all that he's accomplished just yet but please understand that the amount of physical strain he's put on his body is simply incredible. Today we talk about developing the capability to transcend pain, fostering the willingness to embrace hardship, why hard work is omnipotent, and how to forge more mental toughness. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Developing the capability to transcend pain Developing a willingness to embrace the hardship The critical importance of long-term focus How to break those long-term goals into micro goals The dangers of not developing mental toughness How to effectively train the mind Why hard work is omnipotent How to maintain focus in a world of distraction Our obligation as men to be mentally fit Keeping yourself from wasting experiences The power of linear progression RYAN LANGE Ryan Lange reached out a couple months ago and asked to come on the podcast. Honestly, at first thought, I wasn't going to have him on because so many people talk about mental toughness. It's a little like saying you want to talk about leadership. But then, I started looking into what this kid has done. And, I say kid because he's only 20 years old. Now, I realize he's a man (not a child) but I'm absolutely blown away with what he's done already. He's completed 50K's, 50 milers, 100 milers, and at the end of last year completed a 238 mile race in Moab, UT. To give you an idea of what that means, it took roughly 86 hours for him to complete. I'm incredibly inspired by Ryan and his approach to mental toughness. You will be too. Please leave us a review at http://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: http://orderofman.com/168 Website: http://orderofman.com

We've all seen the movie, Peter Pan. It's fictional work but it seems that more and more it paints an eerily familiar picture with what we see in the boys who never want to grow up into men. I'll give you a prime example. Just the other day, there was a piece I read about a 30-year old man who had taken his parents to court because his parents were "evicting" him from their house. How pathetic is this? Maybe there's something wrong with this guy (obviously there's something wrong with this guy). But it's amazing that his thought process is to fight so hard to stay at home. I can't help, but there's something seriously wrong with him. But in addition to that, I can't help but think there's something wrong with the parents. How was this guy raised? How was he fathered? When I was done with high school, we went on our senior trip. The day I got home - the very next day - I moved out. It wasn't' because I had anything against my mother but because it was time. It was time to leave the nest. I see so many boys who are more concerned with staying at home than experiencing life. They're more concerned with not having bills and upholding their responsibilities. They're more concerned with Call of Duty or Fortnite (or whatever the game is that they're playing). They're shirking their responsibilities. They don't have jobs. And, their parents are enabling them to actually do this. And we question why we're having problems with our boys turning into men. This is the failure to launch syndrome - the rise of the Peter Pans. The good news is that there are some solutions to this. If you find yourself in a position where you're a boy or a male who wants to grow up but can't figure out how to do it, this article will provide the solution. I see so many men who use the excuse of not having a father figure in their life to justify their lack of performance as men. I can't believe that it needs to be addressed, but it certainly does. So, let's talk about this today. www.orderofman.com/FFN110 Please leave us a rating and review!

All of us have a story. We all have a past. Our prior circumstances define who we are today but do not have to define who we will become moving forward. Too bad most of us never learn to rewrite the script. Today, I am joined by a friend and man who is impacting and influencing millions. His name is Charlie Jabaley and he's someone who walked away from a multi-million dollar business to rewrite his life, lose a massive amount of weight, become an endorsed Nike athlete, and bike across the USA. We talk about what inspired him to make a life-altering change and how he is using positivity to change the world. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS How to turn your struggles into fuel Why "war mode" isn't always the best mode How to realize your childhood dreams How to work smarter, not harder How to rally people around a cause How to use imperfection to inspire others The difference between eating "dead" and eating "alive" Overcoming a negative mindset What it means to train like an 8-year-old Using fun and play as the metric for success How to step away from something secure into the unknown CHARLIE JABALEY I met Charlie several months ago when he and I were podcasting in St. Louis with Andy Frisella on the MFCEO Podcast. He and I immediately hit it off and I was extremely inspired by him, his story, and the positive changes he is making in his life. This man is a Nike endorsed athlete although he doesn't look like your typical athlete. But, it's a testament to who he is, his infectious energy, and how powerful his past, present, and future are. Right now, he's biking across the USA in order to share his story and help others live the life they're meant to live. Please leave us a review at http://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: http://orderofman.com/167 Website: http://orderofman.com

Every time we turn around it seems like there's yet another school shooting. And, from what I can see, we're addressing this from a very surface level perspective. This is not about gun control. This is not about gun regulation. In fact, I don't even believe it's fully a gun problem. I think it's a symptom of the problem but not the problem. Obviously, it has to do with the young men who are creating these situations. But more so, we ought to put the responsibility where it truly lies, which is on us as men. I'm going to explain what I mean by that. Bear with me, because I think you're going to agree at the end of this conversation that we've got a real problem with the way that we, as men, are showing up. And the symptom of that is school shootings and some of the other atrocities that we see in society today. Before I get into the details, I do want to say again, this is not meant to be a gun debate but there are a couple of surface level issues that I do want to address first and foremost before we get deeper into this. So, let's begin by addressing how we physically protect our kids when they're at school. There are some very simple solutions to this: www.orderofman.com/FFN109 Please leave us a rating and review!

Today, I talk with John Gilliland about overcoming multiple suicide attempts, rising from the guilt and shame associated with it, using addiction in a positive way, and lifting yourself out of the bottom. Please leave us a rating and review: www.orderofman.com/itunes Visit us at www.orderofman.com

Competition is such a critical component of our journey to develop masculinity and manliness. Too bad it's often viewed as an unnecessary and antiquated way of operating by much of society. Heaven forbid we hold ourselves to a high standard and teach our children to keep score. My guest today, Jake Thompson, Founder of Compete Every Day, makes the case for utilizing healthy competition as a critical factor in improving our lives. Today, we talk about why competition is so important, why executing to failure is so powerful, why losing does not necessarily equal "loser", and why men should compete every day. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS • Why competition is important • How competition creates opportunities and builds capabilities • What separates those who grow with competition and those who self-destruct • How to compete at things that aren't a competition • Why executing to failure is so important • Why losing does not equal "loser" • How to separate yourself from the pack • How to find and develop value in yourself and others • How to teach our children to use healthy competition for growth • Why men are uniquely desirous to keep score and how to use that to our advantage JAKE THOMPSON My guest today is Jake Thompson. Jake and I met last year and an American Dream U event at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. I had the privilege of hearing him speak about the power and importance of competition and new that I wanted to have a deeper discussion with him about the concept. The word, competition, seems to have a negative connotation surrounding it but I think you know as well as I do how powerful competition can actually be. In a world that likes to take it easy and shy away from keeping score, Jake is encouraging more people to do it through his organization, Compete Every Day, and as a speaker, author, and coach. Please leave us a review at http://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: http://orderofman.com/166 Website: http://orderofman.com

There is a gap in most men's lives and, in fact, I would argue in every man's life. This gap represents what we know we should be doing versus the things that we're actually doing. This is the integrity gap. The larger that gap is, the less fulfilled, the more unhappy, the more unpleasant, and depressed you will be. The smaller that gap, the more fulfillment, satisfaction, joy, contentment, happiness, wealth, and prosperity will come into your life. There was a time in my life roughly 10 years ago where I had a huge integrity gap in my life (again, the gap between what I knew I should be doing and what I was actually doing). Here's the reality: Everybody that reads this, including you, knows what you should be doing. If I were to ask anyone, "How do you lose weight?" 99.9% of people would say, "Well, I probably ought to eat a little bit better and exercise a little bit more." If I were to ask how to build more wealth in your life, everybody out there would say, "I need to find a way to make more money and/or spend less money." These are not secrets. This is not rocket science here. Everybody knows what they should be doing, yet when you look around in society you can plainly see that many individuals are not living up to their potential. That's the integrity gap. It's knowing what you should be doing, and not doing it. Living with this gap is the most unpleasant, unsatisfying, and miserable time in any person's life. But rather than just tell you that there's this big integrity gap and you need to figure out a way to bridge it (which you certainly do) I want to share with you a very simple formula that will help you bridge the gap. www.orderofman.com/FFN108 Please leave us a rating and review!

Today, I talk with Cody Duffney about the execution of discipline, the power of internal reflection, correcting mistakes quickly, and accepting points of weakness. Please leave us a rating and review: www.orderofman.com/itunes Visit us at www.orderofman.com