Order of Man

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GRANGER SMITH | Finding Faith and Hope in God Dec 06, 2022

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Finding our sense of worth as men can be an extremely daunting task. We're often led to believe that if we say just the right things, do all the things we should be doing, and achieve the success society has deemed appropriate, we'll find what we're looking for.

Unfortunately, many of us are left with a sense of emptiness in spite of our worldly success. My guest today is my good friend Granger Smith. Today, we tackle a conversation we really haven't had on the podcast as we talk about self-worth, the danger in the "love yourself" message, why cultural Christianity doesn't cut it, feeling like a fraud, and ultimately finding faith and hope in God.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:

Do things that are intrinsically meaningful
Determining when enough is enough
How to take the power away from critics
The problem with superficial, cultural Christianity
We are only worthy through God
Why does suffering exist?
We need challenges and hardship to refine us
Sometimes "self-help" isn't enough
Always moving forward
We need to stop thinking about ourselves first

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Kill Self-Sabotage | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES Dec 02, 2022

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In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses FOUR strategies to help you overcome the tendency to self-sabotage. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what's working in your life.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

Why do we self-sabotage?

We tend to choose the path of least resistance
We have a lot of insecurities as men

How do we self-sabotage?

We rest on our laurels
We consciously or subconsciously undermine our efforts

How do we KILL self-sabotage?

We have to make mindset shifts
Use goal planning as a starting point
Sometimes you just have to throw a wrench in the system
Spend time around people and programs that get you to think about life differently

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Bloom Where You're Planted Before You Take on the World, Principled-Based Living, and The Criteria for Finding a Church | ASK ME ANYTHING Nov 30, 2022

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In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen respond to the top questions of the week. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what's working in your life.

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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

(0:00) Show kick-off⠀

(1:30) Bloom where you've been planted or go forth and change the world?

(8:00) Do you have any thoughts on finding and retaining good team members for my construction business?

(14:20) What are you guys focusing on in Jiu Jitsu right now?

(23:40) Do you think you still start putting on a father-daughter event?

(23:30) How important is it to have a morning and nightly routine? Would you share what you do for your routines?

(30:00) What criteria do you have for getting involved with a church?

(33:00) What can we do to start making tough people as soon as possible?

(37:00) What are some ideas for a side hustle while I am a full-time seminary student?

(41:52) How can you take time to relax and focus on family in between the grinds of work and life?

(45:40) Do you have any tips for me and my daughter as we prepare to start a podcast together?

(48:20) How do you deal with having one son who has chosen an activity that you are also interested in, while another son has not shown interest in anything yet, without showing favoritism?

(52:20) My family does a monthly call to stay in touch but it is growing stale. How do I start trying to change it so that it can be more valuable than it is now?

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KEITH YACKEY | The 5 Dials to a Powerful Marriage Nov 29, 2022

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Marriage is one of the most challenging yet rewarding pursuits for a man. Unfortunately, very few of us have ever been taught how to successfully navigate the dynamics between men and women. And, all too often, it leads to headache, heartbreak, and divorce. Today, I'm joined by marriage expert Keith Yackey to talk about these dynamics and how to successfully build a long and thriving marriage. We talk about the ROI (return of intimacy) in marriage, how a man gains his power back after giving it away, the "mommy matrix," why seeking her validation will backfire, and the 5 dials of a powerhouse marriage.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:

Thriving in business vs thriving in marriage
Five dials that help men measure effectiveness
Women want you to be a good parent
Women want you to be her partner
Women want you to be a producer
Women want you to have fun
Women want you to do what you say you're going to do, when you say you're going to do it
Become the guy that any woman would be thrilled to be with

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How to Build Male Friendships | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES Nov 25, 2022

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In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses FIVE strategies to build and strengthen your friendships with other men. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what's working in your life.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

Know what you want
Improve yourself
Go where these men are
Add value to other men
Continue to nurture the relationship

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Progress Over Perfection, Replacing a Full-Time Job, and Humility Over Arrogance | ASK ME ANYTHING Nov 23, 2022

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In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen respond to questions from the Order of Man Facebook Group. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what's working in your life.

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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

(0:00) Show kick-off⠀

(3:15) When everything feels like it's falling apart and you feel like giving up, how do you push through it?

(13:30) How can you build confidence in yourself after taking a major blow, such as an unwanted divorce?

(18:00) After shooting the biggest whitetail buck of my life, how do I maintain my sense of pride and stay modest about what I've accomplished and not let the jealously of people make me feel guilty?

(22:00) Why don't more men share mental health struggles and provide support for each other versus leaving each to fight a battle on their own?

(26:10) How do you overcome complacency?

(27:40) Is there a pathway you or Kipp recommend for working toward quitting my job? What some considerations, other than money, that I should be aware of?

(32:30) In your opinion, is journaling worth it?

(37:00) How are you helping your children to be gritty when their lives are actually significantly more comfortable than your life was growing up?

(40:20) How do we balance striving for excellence without being crippled by the ideal or perfect? Any tips for overcoming the obstacle of perfection so we can improve? Or is this a false dichotomy? Is there a way to pursue perfection without falling into inaction?

(50:20) How to combat intense social anxiety?

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EDDIE PENNEY | Kill the Fear, Live Life Unafraid Nov 22, 2022

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Fear is something that all of us have to deal with. Yet, too many men allow their fears to cripple them from what otherwise could be an incredibly meaningful life. Today, I'm joined by former Navy SEAL, Eddie Penney to talk about why fear drives too many of our life decisions.

We discuss hitting rock bottom and crawling out, the compound effect of small and simple tasks that lead to big results, the distinction between "fault" and "responsibility," the power of therapy, overcoming means of sedation, and living life unafraid.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:

Cutting out alcohol
Exploring the "value" in vulnerability
Therapy as a proactive measure
Accepting and coping with PTSD
Letting your kids see your weaknesses
Its ok to change your mind and your opinion
The journey to faith
Everyone could do their small part
Hitting rock bottom

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Overcome Your Anger | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES Nov 18, 2022

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In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses a 3-part framework that men can use to overcome anger. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what's working in your life.

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1. Get to the root of why we are angry (who, what, when, where, why, how)

Who are you angry with?
What is happening when you are angry?
What time of day is it happening?
What is my environment like?
How do you express your anger?

2. Learn to deal with anger in healthy ways

Journal
Margin (take a breather)
Exercise

3. Learn to express yourself in a healthy way

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Being Amicable with Your Ex, How Proactivity Sets You up for Success, and How You Know You're Following God's Path | ASK ME ANYTHING Nov 16, 2022

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In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen respond to questions from the Iron Council, the exclusive brotherhood of the Order of Man movement. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what's working in your life.

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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

(0:00) Show kick-off⠀

(4:00) What is your opinion on the use of crossbows during archery season?

(8:20) What are some activities I can give a group of boys to scratch the primal itch without being destructive or dangerous?

(13:30) Where do I draw the line between extreme ownership and letting go, as management has continued to add responsibilities to my plate with the departure of other staff?

(22:30) In your separation with the wife, did you encounter a lot of negative comments and lack of support from your friends?

(27:00) In a difficult circumstance, how do you prepare to be uncomfortable but not struggling?

(37:10) With today's economy and interest rates, what are your thoughts on buying a house right now and refinancing after rates go down or waiting for things to turn around?

(40:20) How do you build in margin in a service-based business?

5050 From a faith perspective, when at a crossroads or facing a tough decision, ow do you know you are acting out God's plan?

(1:00:24) What are some strategies for dealing with groups or activities that brought you joy in the past but now you are finding them monotonous or less engaging?

Get your signed copy of Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto

For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood.

Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

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Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

SATHIYA SAM | Breaking Pornography Addiction for Good Nov 15, 2022

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Serious pornography addiction is something millions and millions of men are currently dealing with. Many of these men know their addiction has gotten out of hand and yet they cannot seem to find a way to break the shackles of pornography. My guest today has worked with thousands of men over the last 4 years to finally overcome their destructive addiction once and for all. His name is Sathiya Sam and today we talk about the three greatest obstacles to overcoming addiction, how viewing pornography is often a symptom of a deeper problem, why safety, intimacy, and significance lie at the root of this addiction, why traditional methods of overcoming pornography don't work, and 3 pillars every man needs to establish if he hopes to finally free himself from porn.

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