In this episode, Brian, Matt, and Drew sit down for a fun and deep conversation about how visualization can help us work against old mental loops and limiting beliefs we’ve carried for years. They also dive into how creative impulses stretch us into new and vulnerable pursuits. Finally they talk about feeling “less than” — and practical ways to see the world outside of comparison and competition.Resources MentionedBrian’s Comedy One-Man ShowMillennial Meets Midlife — a comedy show based on Brian’s 40th birthday spiral in a Starbucks drive-thru, where comedy meets honesty about midlife sadness, career struggle, and finding new perspective in the most unexpected places. Watch on YouTubeMarco Polo Men’s Mental Health EventA powerful gathering focused on authentic connection and the pursuit of emotional wellbeing for men. Watch the Event HereVisualize: Think, Feel, Perform Like the Top 1% by Maya Raichoora Check it out Here
In today’s episode, Brian shares with Matt and Drew the story of his uniquely bad 40th birthday and the struggle of feeling like you’re not where you’re “supposed to be” in life. This story involves a magical rock, a PT Cruiser, a Starbucks barista and a lot of hope for anyone going through a painful season. Brian’s 40th Birthday reflection on Medium https://medium.com/@brianburchik/barista-saves-worst-40th-birthday-7027e8e6e845Free Course for men on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@OwnYourGreatnesspod/playlists
In today’s episode Brian, Matt and Drew dive into their own experiences with self doubt and changing dynamics with confidence as they get older. If you ever find yourself doubting your decision making or your abilities, you will find a lot of encouragement in today's episode. To view our video course for men visit www.ownyourgreatness.net
In today’s episode, we dive into the elusive topic of men crying and why it can be so hard and rare for many men to express their big emotions. Brian, Matt and Drew dive into their own recent experiences with crying that include a big ugly cry at an elementary school, a surprise cry while recording a Marco Polo video message in a parking lot and a big regret of holding back tears at a major life event. Let’s dive into the vulnerability of crying! To sign up for our new video course for men visit www.ownyourgreatness.net Join us April 11th for our next "OYG Community Zoom Gathering" from 8:15-9:30pm EST.
In today's episode, Matt connects with a dear friend, Taylor Fontenot, to discuss the issues they’re facing in midlife and how to better connect with those around us. They’re not mental health experts by any means, but they are two people who care deeply and want to help others navigate these challenging seasons of life. Taylor joins from Berlin, Germany and brings some perspective on mental health struggles from abroad, which brings both of them to contemplate if we need a buddy system to endure the ups and downs we’re all facing. Warning: Matt and Taylor have both had friends die by suicide and they discuss this in hopes of bringing more light to the conversation and helping others know they are not alone. Questjons, feedback, want to connect? Please email us at wnafpod@gmail.com. You can find Taylor on Instagram @taylorbfontenot and Matt @matt___reynolds. Thanks for listening! Resources: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Dial 988 or 1 (800) 273-8255. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in both English and Spanish. Outside the US? Please click here for a list of international hotlines: http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html Tim Ferriss’ blog post “Some Practical Thoughts About Suicide”: https://tim.blog/2015/05/06/how-to-commit-suicide/ Own Your Greatness Men’s Course: https://ownyourgreatness.podia.com/
Sometimes we find ourselves in a chapter of our story that feels all encompassing and like it will never end. The thoughts and emotions can be so strong that we find ourselves asking, "Will I feel this way forever?" In this episode of the WNAF podcast Brian, Matt & specifically Drew, unpack how these thoughts and emotions can cloud our perception of reality. Drew shares what helped him navigate through this difficult season in his life and we all share some good laughs along the way. To sign up for our new video course for men visit www.ownyourgreatness.net Join us March 7th for our first ever "OYG Community Zoom Gathering" from 8:15-9:30pm EST.
Everyday we walk around with stories about ourselves that aren’t healthy or helpful or true. Today’s episode is about replacing the old, limiting stories in our heads with new, better stories that open the way for growth and personal breakthrough. And we share a huge announcements: We’ve launched a brand new video course for men! Learn more at www.ownyourgreatness.net
It’s 2024 and the guys are back to discuss how they are defining the new year with helpful frameworks to put intentions into action. They welcome a very special guest for the first 10 mins of the show who might be the youngest fan of the pod. The episode closes out with an exciting announcement about a brand new course that Brian, Matt, & Drew will be releasing in the near future. Jude's YouTube Channel: IMPOSSIBLE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnldqMYNGdudVuqi2Th4D8g Learn more at www.wnafpod.com
Do you ever feel like you’re “playing it small” in your life? Or perhaps you’re struggling to feel confident in your own unique abilities and skills? In today’s episode, the guys do a deep dive into how we identify, commit and lean into our personal greatness. You don’t have to choose between feeling like an imposter or being overly arrogant, and this episode will help guide you on that path to owning your greatness. Learn more at www.wnafpod.com
It’s been a minute, but Brian, Drew and Matt are back in the saddle to have a deeply honest conversation about their own struggles with imposter syndrome. Whether it's self doubt, feeling “less than,” or believing that we don’t belong, today’s topic sheds light on what this very universal feeling sounds like in our minds, what some of the origins might be, and how we can begin to live under a more empowering story about ourselves. Learn more at www.wnafpod.com
Enjoy this dynamic conversation that we had together during our first live show in Atlanta, Georgia. The guys dive into “Generational Theory” to help understand the age that we grew up in, and how it shaped our expectations of adulthood. This theory is based on 4 different cultural archetypes - the prophets, nomads, heroes and artists - that mysteriously repeat themselves throughout history. Live audience engagement throughout this episode made it even more interesting and insightful. Enjoy!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wnaf-gathering-live-show-2-drinks-included-with-each-ticket-tickets-586014594427 Come join us Saturday, April 29 for a live show & podcast recording experience! Two adult drinks included in your ticket & lots of time to hang out before and after as a community! Date: Saturday April 29, 2023 Where: Atlanta, GA
In today’s episode, the guys get real and honest about their parenting fails and the parenting philosophies (or lack thereof) that guide them. Whether you are a parent or not, you’ll find this episode insightful and hilarious. There are some outrageous stories that get shared, so trust us, you don’t want to miss it. Learn more at www.wnafpod.com.
In today’s podcast, we explore the complexities of tribalism - human’s natural tendency to form groups based on shared characteristics like ethnicity, nationality, religion, or culture. We reflect on how we’ve benefited from tribalism in the past, while also acknowledging how these tribal impulses led to “living in a bubble” and became contrary to our deeper personal growth. Ultimately, we ask what it looks like to still find a tribe despite getting older and not seeing the world as simply as we once did. Learn more at www.wnafpod.com.
Today’s episode opens up a big idea about how we can practically begin to identify and live within our “zone of genius.” It might sound a little lofty or “pie-in-the-sky” at first, but trust us, you have a genius - unique and special abilities - and the path to living in your genius can be more practical than you think. Join us as we flesh out what these life-changing ideas can look like smack in the middle of busy and demanding lives. Learn more at www.wnafpod.com.
Get ready for a Happy Hour like no other! Join Drew McClure and his wife Caroline McClure as they sit down with Matt and Brian to discuss life's most confusing and overwhelming moments. From honest conversations about depression to hilarious insights, this episode is sure to refresh and inspire you. Learn more at www.wnafpod.com
Have you ever felt like you are doing a noble job of living someone else’s life? Have the “shoulds” and “ought tos” shaped your life so much that you don’t even know what living an authentic life means to you anymore? In this week’s episode Brian, Matt & Drew talk about the importance of letting your life speak, based on the work of Parker Palmer. Learn with us how to listen to our lives afresh. Learn more at www.wnafpod.com
Today’s episode centers around an embarrassing but enlightening question - “Do I want to be famous?” Though most of us will never be celebrities, we live in a culture obsessed with public praise and recognition, fueled by social media and constant news feeds. Find yourself in this messy topic as Brian, Matt, and Drew get real honest about their own complicated desires around fame, success, and future aspirations. Learn more at www.wnafpod.com
Erin Burchik (Brian’s wife) joins the crew for a Hot mom check-in. Enjoy her perspective and also her roast of her husband! Learn more at www.wnafpod.com
In this part 2 of “Addictive Thinking,” Brian, Matt, and Drew dive further into how we can work with our addictive thinking patterns. Specifically, we discuss the difference between fighting, fueling, and feeling these thoughts. We also introduce the psychotherapy model of understanding our mind as an “internal family system” and how this empowers us in our pursuit of growth and healthier ways of thinking. Enjoy! Learn more at www.wnafpod.com