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Two Factors That Make a Male a Man | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES Jun 12, 2020

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Today, I share the two factors that make a male a man. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's working in your life.

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The Path To Redemption | WES WATSON Jun 11, 2020

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All of us have fallen behind or gotten off track somewhere in our lives (some more than others). Only some decide to get back on track and take control of their lives – to redeem themselves if you will. And, who doesn't respect the hell out of a man who has hit rock bottom and risen from the ashes? That's why I wanted to invite Wes Watson on the podcast. He's arguably one of the most influential men I've had the honor of talking with because of his no-BS, straight-talking approach to improving your life. Today we talked about Wes' 10-year prison sentence, the power of gratitude in dire circumstances, overcoming regret and shame, developing a new stream of consciousness, and how to build your own redemption story.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

Cognitive dissonance
Running from pain
Personal growth
External distractions
Levering emotional motivation
Giving yourself away
Bringing worth to life
Creating daily systems
Regret is your guideline
Shifting your mindset
Another chance at life
Sharing your F*ck-ups
Re-writing books
Managing negative energy
Positive mental attitude
Elevating yourself
Living out of an abundance

WES WATSON

My guest today is Wes Watson, strength and fitness coach, but he's so much more than that. Wes simply uses health and fitness as a medium for transforming your mind and your life. Wes spent 10-years in prison and was quickly spiraling into a life of chaos and destruction but while serving his prison sentence, he began to transform his life through the power of his thoughts and daily actions. After being released from prison, Wes has become one of the most powerful voices in self-development, has built a massively successful business, and has inspired thousands of people to transform their own lives through his mentorship and coaching. You're going to hear in this conversation why I wanted Wes to join us as the fire he brings can't help but motivate and inspire you to get your life on track. IRON COUNCIL

Gents, we're rapidly approaching father's day and, as we do, it was important to me that inside of the Iron Council we have a discussion about redeeming the relationship with our fathers. Regardless of your relationship with your father, it's likely that some conversations have been left unsaid and there is a strain between you and him. And, regardless of your ability/desire to reconcile with your father, there are steps you can take to come to terms with the relationship that you have with him so you can drive on in your own life with clarity, focus, direction, and purpose as a man.

These aren't comfortable conversations, challenges, and discussions we're having inside the Iron Council this month but they're completely necessary if you want to break the chains that may have been holding you back from becoming the man you're wanting to become – not the boy in his father's shadow. If you're ready to have these conversations, challenges, accountably, brotherhood, and more, join us at www.orderofman.com/ironcouncil.

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Fragile Freedom, Trifecta of Productivity, and Fault Vs. Responsibility | ASK ME ANYTHING Jun 10, 2020

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Today, Kipp Sorensen and I discuss fragile freedom, the trifecta of productivity, fault vs. responsibility, and so much more. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's working in your life.

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MAT FRASER | Becoming the Fittest Man on Earth Jun 09, 2020

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Gentlemen, my guest today is 4-time CrossFit Games Champion, Mat Fraser. I've always been fascinated with what makes some of the most successful men on the planet tick. That fascination became the foundation for this podcast and I can't tell you how honored I am to have this man, Mat Fraser, - someone I've admired and respected for years - join us to talk about his unusual and extraordinary effort and work ethic. We talk about his background in Olympic Weightlifting, building self-sufficiency, the need for sacrifice and singular focus, how to establish your core values and rules for life, the power of obsession, and ultimately, his path to becoming the Fittest Man on Earth.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

Training at home
Online competition
Risks in CrossFit
Hitting your goals
An Olympic hopeful
A level of sacrifice
Putting in the work
Keeping things simple
Finding satisfaction
Measuring success
Daily motivation
Chasing gratification
Identifying values in life
Living a simple life
Establishing rule to life
External pressure

MAT FRASER

My guest today is 4-time CrossFit Games Champion, Mat Fraser. In an ultra-competitive environment, he has found a way to apply himself and achieve insane amounts of work ethic and drive to become the best in his field – for years!

He comes from an Olympic Weightlifting background had planned on going that route until he suffered a back injury in 2009 before shifting his focus to CrossFit. Most of you are probably familiar to some degree with Mat and I've been following him for years now but I was surprised at his level of humility. In fact, he's probably one of the most down-to-earth men I've had on this podcast in spite of his tremendous level of success and accomplishment. I hope that you enjoy listening to our conversation as much as I enjoyed having it. IRON COUNCIL.

Gentlemen, I know that last week I told you about this month's topic inside the Iron Council but I thought I'd bring it up again because, after the first week of our discussions and challenges, it is apparent how important the relationship is between a man and his father. And, it's apparent that many of us men have estranged relationships with our dad. This is unfortunate since most of us have learned (for better or worse) how to show up as a man from our fathers. When you band with us in the Iron Council, you'll be able to join in on these powerful conversations and participate in the challenges designed to push you into the deep end of your past, your potential, and the narratives you consciously or subconsciously lived your life by.

If you're ready to make a change and step into the man you're capable of becoming, join us at www.orderofman.com/ironcouncil.

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The Power of Shared Principles | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES Jun 05, 2020

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Today, I discuss the power of shared principles. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's working in your life.

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MAT BEST | Forging Your Own Path Jun 04, 2020

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Guys, I've got a great one lined up with you today with the one and only, Mat Best with Black Rifle Coffee Company. We do things a little different as we answer some live YouTube questions but we cover everything from learning to focus on what's important, building confidence through creation, overcoming introversion, finding something that drives you, dealing with rejection, the power of different perspectives, and learning to become your own man.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

Crushing your goals
Staying focused
Family time
Being better than average
Developing confidence
Prioritizing family
Going against the grain
Investing in yourself
Creating positivity
Putting in the work
Hating failure
Keys to success
Manufacturing hardship
Embarrassing moments
Figuring things out
Planning out your day
Creating your environment

MAT BEST

My guest today is Mat Best and he is the co-founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company. Every time I have the opportunity to talk with Mat, I walk away thinking how down to earth this guy is in the face of some incredible accomplishments. He is a former Army Ranger, successful entrepreneur, and New York Times Bestselling author of Thank You For My Service. And, he's someone who has figured out what makes him happy, what he's passionate about, and learned to go all-in on that pursuit. IRON COUNCIL

This month, inside the Iron Council, has the potential to become the toughest, most engaging, challenging months we've had since we launched 5 years. The title of this month's topic is "The Father/Son Atonement" and we're going to be discussing and working towards bridging the gap between fathers and their sons. It's clear to me that the lack of fatherhood is a real problem in modern culture and after having one of my YouTube videos go viral (over 1,300,000 views) on the subject of fatherhood, this is clearly a topic that needs to be addressed. If you decide to band with us this month, you'll get access to the assignment, a Battle Team of 14 other men who will help hold you accountable to change and progress, and the challenges we issue that are going to push you further past your comfort zone then you've ever gone. But that's where the real change takes place and this is exactly where you're going to want to be if you're ready to expand. Join us at www.orderofman.com/ironcouncil.

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Entertaining Conflicting Ideas, Knowing What You Stand For, and Putting the Mission First | ASK ME ANYTHING Jun 03, 2020

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Today, Kipp Sorensen and I discuss the importance of entertaining conflicting ideas, knowing what you stand for, putting the mission first, and so much more.

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How to Make Fear Your Ally | AKSHAY NANAVATI Jun 02, 2020

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Fear is something every single one of us deals with (probably on a daily basis). Unfortunately, too many men consciously or unconsciously allow fear to keep them from going after what they want most. So, how can you use fear to your advantage as opposed to a hindrance? That's exactly what I talk about today with my guest Akshay Nanavati, the author of Fearvana: How to Turn Fear into Health, Wealth, and Happiness. We cover the critical importance of becoming aware and accepting fear, flawed mental health, the idea that there are no "bad" or "negative" emotions, why you need to learn to explore the edges of life, and how to make fear your ally.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

Confronting the fear of stillness
Breaking sobriety
Staying in the fight
Running marathons
Serving the greater good
Self-destructive behavior
Seeking out suffering
Reframe Your Experiences
Researching neuroscience
Taking it to the next level
Self-fulfilling prophecy
Norman human response
Experiencing diversity
It's about the struggle
Seek out new problems
Owning your reality

AKSHAY NANAVATI

My guest today is a fascinating man. His name is Akshay Nanavati and he is a Marine veteran, speaker, entrepreneur, ultra-runner, and author of the book, Fearvana.

He's overcome so much including a drug addiction after his service, a blood disorder that doctors told him could kill him in boot camp, and combat where his job was to walk in front of vehicles to find IED's.

He's dealt with PTSD, survivor's guilt, alcoholism, and depression, and, after all of that, has somehow found the power to overcome all of it and live a life of fulfillment and adventure as a skydiver, mountain biker, scuba diver, and rock/ice climber. Men, you're definitely going to enjoy this conversation and use what Akshay teaches as fuel to light your own fire.

IRON COUNCIL.

Men, the Iron Council continues to grow as more and more men are seeing the power of what we're doing by banding with other men who are willing to hold each other accountable to accomplishing the most out of their lives. We just had Jack Donovan join us for one of our exclusive Iron Council sessions and we're in the process of bringing on more incredible men to join us for our weekly calls. In addition to that, we're going to give you the framework and network to transform your life from what you've always wanted to what you're actually experiencing. And, that is our whole objective – to bridge the gap between what you know you should be doing and what you're actually doing. If you want to learn more and lock in your spot, join us at www.orderofman.com/ironcouncil.

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3 Daily Practices Every Man Should Incorporate | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES May 29, 2020

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Today, I share three daily practices every man should incorporate into his daily life. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's working in your life.

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GREG ANDERSON | Police Officer Calls into Question Enforcement of Unconstitutional Orders May 28, 2020

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There is no doubt that many of us have begun to call into question the enforcement of unconstitutional orders and Covid-19 restrictions, including my guest today, Police Officer with the Port of Seattle, Greg Anderson. Greg is currently on administrative leave pending an investigation which will likely lead to his termination for insubordination after posting a video on his personal Instagram page expressing his concerns with police officers enforcing unlawful and unconstitutional orders. It's obviously a very touchy subject and situation but a conversation that needs to be had. Today, we talk about how we must unite as a country, the use of discretion by police officers, living in fear, the government's power/control grab, and drawing a line in the sand, and standing by your convictions.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

It's not about COVID-19
Violating social media policy
Keeping it above the fray
Operating in tribes
Doing the right thing
Inspiring officers
Fighting for freedom
The violent side of humanity
Losing your mind
Mitigating risk
Living in fear
Focus on the mission
Reckless behavior
Not picking sides
Opening the floodgates
Holding true to principles

GREG ANDERSON

My guest today is Greg Anderson and, although you may not know his name, it's likely that you've seen his video in which he talked about his concerns, as a police officer for the Port of Seattle, of enforcing illegal and unconstitutional orders in the wake of Covid-19.

In addition to serving his community as a law enforcement officer, he is an Army Ranger veteran serving multiple combat tours including one to Ramadi, Iraq in the most hostile and dangerous environments one can imagine. Greg is also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu blackbelt and the owner of Electric North Jiu-Jitsu and has recently become an outspoken advocate for individual rights, liberty, and freedom. I think our conversation is likely to fire a lot of you up which is exactly what is needed in times like these.

IRON COUNCIL

Men, I'm going to hit the pause button on my conversation with Greg because I want to talk with you about our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. I've received several messages from Iron Council members over the past several months that have told me that the Iron Council has literally saved their life. And, although I won't get into the specifics, it's inspiring to me to know that the work we're doing inside the brotherhood is getting men on the right track and back on the path to thriving and succeeding. There are a lot of ways we facilitate this but for the sake of time, I'll tell you that the two biggest factors that go into what we do inside the Iron Council is the framework and the network – the framework point you in the right direction and make the right moves and the network to keep you on track and give you the occasional kick in the ass when you need it. If you want to learn more and band with us, head to www.orderofman.com/ironcouncil.

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