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MONDAY MEDITATIONS | 10 WAYS TO TAKE CHARGE OF EVERY DAY Jul 13, 2020

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As men and fathers, it is our duty to set the tone in our homes every single day. We have the responsibility for taking charge and leading our families so that we create a strong effective ethos and an atmosphere of cooperation, deep connection and success.

Great parenting and great families don't happen by accident. It is our job to be present and intentional so that each day is an excellent day.

DAVID RUTHERFORD | IT'S A MATTER OF FACTS Jul 08, 2020

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It is an honour and huge privilege to have retired NAVY SEAL and CIA operative David Rutherford on the show today.

As you will hear, David's high energy and endless motivation inspire all those who come in contact with him to embrace fear and live life to its fullest.

David served 8 years in the Naval Special Warfare Community as a SEAL student, Combat Paramedic, Operator and Instructor. Since leaving the Navy in 2003 he has continued travelling as a tactical training and security expert for the US Government and one of the largest private security firms in the world. David has inspired special operations units around the globe to push themselves past any and all known limitations.

David is passionate about exploring and researching the human condition in an attempt to discover the truth behind what enables us to overcome failure and rise in success in every environment imaginable. David’s ability to take a comprehensive approach of the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health of an individual or team creates a unique approach in defeating the negative insurgency of life.

David and I have an interesting and entertaining conversation that looks at the current state of our societies and how the approach to solving the problems that face us is going to have a significant impact on the world our children live in. We look at history and what we can learn from the innumerable examples of civilisations and communities that were unable to see their common humanity and had the propensity for destroying each other. We discuss the need for us and our children to understand that life was never meant or going to be a leisurely stroll, but that we will face constant adversity and pain along the way, and developing endurance and resilience is paramount to living a successful and meaningful life.

It is a fascinating discussion that I learned a great deal from, and I am looking forward to talking to David again, with a greater focus on fatherhood.

MONDAY MEDITATIONS | STRONG THINKING - PROCESS OVER PRODUCT Jul 06, 2020

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"Good art is not what it looks like, but what it does to you." - Roy Adzak

It easy to be so wrapped up in achieving the objectives we have that we forget to enjoy and appreciate the process. It easy to be so wrapped up in achieving the objectives we have that we forget to enjoy and appreciate the process.

Depending on outcomes that are largely out of our control and just become the stepping stone to the "next bigger and better thing" is a recipe for constant striving and dissatisfaction.

Changing our focus rather on the journey, progress and the present moment can be an incredibly powerful force in creating a more positive perspective on life and greater contentment in all aspects of it.

TAYLOR KNOX | CARVING A MEANINGFUL PATH THROUGH LIFE Jul 01, 2020

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Today I am very fortunate to have Taylor Knox on the show.

Taylor is an ex-professional surfer who spent many years on the then ASP World Tour, starting in 1993, ranking as high as 4th in the world.

He is part of the momentum generation of surfers including his great friends Kelly Slater, Shane Dorian and previous Dad Strong Podcast guest Rob Machado. Taylor lives in San Diego California and started surfing when he was 8 after moving from the mountains to the coast.

His drive and passion for the sport grew and lead him to become a surfer that has had a major impact.

Knox won the inaugural K2 Big-Wave Challenge at Todos Santos where he caught a 52-foot wave. He was inducted into the Surfers hall of fame in 2011 and was noted for having influenced a generation of surfers.

In spite of these achievements, Taylor is a truly humble individual and an example to all of us of what you can achieve if you work hard, come back stronger after setbacks and treat others with the respect they deserve.

I really enjoyed this conversation and Taylors perspective on fatherhood, friendship, life and of course surfing. I hope you enjoy it!

MONDAY MEDITATIONS | STRONG THINKING - HARDSHIP MAKETH THE MAN Jun 29, 2020

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How do you look at negative circumstances? Do you let them disturb your tranquillity or scupper your attempts to be the husband, father and man you are capable of being?

It is easy to rattle off the catchy phrases and talk a good game when it comes to facing and using hardship. We are even good at creating intentional discomfort by pushing our bodies to the limit and "getting after it"", but how much do we do this with the everyday irritations or challenges?

When we start to recognize the circumstances and situations we find ourselves in as opportunities to grow, real change starts to happen and we move closer to being the men our family and the world needs.

JESSICA LAHEY | THE GIFT OF FAILURE Jun 24, 2020

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My guest on the show today is Jessica Lahey. Jessica is a teacher, writer, and mom. Over twenty years, she’s taught every grade from sixth to twelfth in both public and private schools. She writes about education, parenting, and child welfare for The Atlantic, Vermont Public Radio, The Washington Post and the New York Times and is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed. Her second book, The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence, will be released in April 2021.

We have a great discussion about the gift of failure and how we as parents need to take a step back, let go and let our children learn the value and necessity of failure and how to get back up stronger and more capable. Enjoy!

MONDAY MEDITATIONS | STRONG THINKING - ACTION Jun 22, 2020

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Sometimes the most positive thinking is not thinking, but taking action.

BEDROS KEUILIAN | BECOME A MODERN DAY KNIGHT Jun 17, 2020

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Today I have a real treat for all you dads out there, as I welcome Bedros Keuilian to the show. Bedros is a true example of a man who has put in the blood, sweat, tears and hours and hours of hard work to rise from meagre beginnings to dominate life in every area he shows up in. He is an immigrant from a communist country and faced challenge after challenge, some within his own mind, to turn himself into a hugely successful entrepreneur, peak performance coach and dedicated husband and father.

Bedros is founder and CEO of Fit Body Boot Camp - three times listed on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 500 fastest growing franchises in the world. He’s also the author of the Wall Street Journal Best Seller Man Up. His list of clients includes New York Times best-selling authors, celebrities, NFL athletes, Navy SEALS and social influencers. Bedros uses the stage, TV, and social media to share his Immigrant Edge and American Dream story to help inspire audiences worldwide to reach their fullest potential in business and in life.

And that is exactly what he does on this action and life lesson packed episode where we delve into what it means to be a modern-day knight, overcoming our inner-bitch, learning to lead and editing our relationship so we surround ourselves with people who love, support and want the best for us.

Bedros is an inspiration and really provides us with the ingredients to step up, show up and live the best we can. Enjoy!

MONDAY MEDITATIONS | STRONG THINKING - SIGNIFICANCE Jun 15, 2020

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Who you are and what you do as a man, husband and especially father are important. Recognise your significance. Give meaning to your words and actions.

ROB MACHADO | A FATHER'S JOURNEY: A SURFER'S STORY Jun 10, 2020

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Today it is an honor and privilege to be able to speak with not only a surfing legend but also a man who is building a legacy for his children and others to follow, whether it be with the zen-like flow he has whether on land or in the ocean, or his efforts to protect that ocean from pollution.His name is Rob Machado. Rob was consistently seeded at the top of the rankings as a competitor on the ASP World Tour. With 12 career WCT victories, Machado was ranked among the top ten surfers for eleven straight years and was inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame in 2000 and re-inducted in 2006 and SIMA Waterman of the Year in 2011.

Rob is a father of 3, and lives in San Diego, California with his wife and kids.

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