In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen take on your 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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(0:00) Show kick-off⠀
(6:25) What are some ways to practice delayed gratifications?
(20:20) What keeps you going from day to day when your routine toward improvement becomes monotonous?
(27:10) Is it ever appropriate to call someone else out in public for being rude to others?
(36:00) What experience do you have with fasting? What benefits have you noticed?
(42:00) What is the best way to deliver unsolicited feedback in the work setting?
(48:40) How do I deal with coworkers having difficult or unruly conversations over chat?
(51:00) What are ways to overcome the fear of failure or the unknown after you get over the initial excitement of getting started?
(59:30) What are some tools lot maintain calm or composure when your children or spouse wife say or do something that irritates you?
(1:04:10) What are some steps to finding homeschool-friendly states with lots of freedom?
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We’ve all heard of Stoicism. But do we really know what it means, how to implement in our lives, and whether or not it conflicts with other doctrine we may ascribe to – mainly Christianity.
My guest today, Brady Pesola, and I strive to answer those questions as we discuss the four cardinal virtues of Stoicism – wisdom, courage, justice, and temperance. We also unpack what Stoicism really means (and, contrary to popular belief, it is not the suppression of emotions), how philosophy is the “love of wisdom,” why anxiety is not inherently bad, the power in knowing that others are allowed to feel the way they do, and, ultimately, going to bed a better man than you woke up.
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In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses the importance of being intentional with the sources of influence we allow into our lives and how allowing the wrong things to “poison the well” can have long-lasting, negative consequences. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
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In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Shawn Villalovos take on your 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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(0:00) Show kick-off⠀
(5:30) How do you overcome complacency?
(18:30) What are some techniques to gain new client who currently uses a competitor to provide a service?
(28:20) Do you believe psychology plays a big role in economics?
(38:40) How does one show themself grace?
(49:20) How do I have better focus on a task or goal and not overthink?
(55:20) How can I best support my son when his mother (my ex-wife) is not being supportive of his activities and interests?
(1:07:00) How do you explain to people stoicism and being religious simultaneously?
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With the proliferation of political and cultural ideologies increasingly permeating many of our favorite companies and brands, it’s becoming difficult to justify spending our hard-earned dollars on companies that do not align with our values and actively work against them.
But you know as well as I do, boycotting only goes so far and, as soon as the excitement and fervor against these companies wear off, most people go back to spending their money on Budweiser, Disney, Gillette, and Netflix to name a few. My guests today, Nicky Billou and Wayne Allyn Root make the case that not only should people boycott these organizations but create alternatives to compete with these companies and hit them where it hurts – their wallet. Today, we talk about racism and the flawed idea of “reverse racism,” something they call, the “Freedom Scale,” for evaluating organizations that align with conservative values, the line between liberalism and leftism, and the power of parallel economies.
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In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses five strategies for overcoming challenging situations and shares how he is currently implementing this system to work through his own challenges. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
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In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Shawn Villalovos take on your questions from the Iron Council. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
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(0:00) Show kick-off⠀
(3:40) What can we do to combat the rise of “Peter Pans” (i.e., men who are acting like boys and don’t want to grow up)
(19:30) How do I reconcile maintaining the relationship with my mentor and not necessarily taking all of their advice?
(33:40)) How are you dealing with the “here and now?” What methods are you using on the daily basis to stay on the path?
(44:10) How do you draw the line between comforting a loved one after a loss or setback and rewarding less than ideal results?
(51:30 Do you have any advice or direction for guys looking for intentional/professional help - therapy or life coach?
(1:00:40) What is the best way to handle ultimatums in relationships?
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We all have standards but for most of us, our standards aren’t where they should be and/or they’re not the type of standards that will lead us toward becoming the type of men we have desire to be. And, yet, each and every day, we operate by these standards most of which is subconscious.
My guest today is an incredible performance coach and while that term gets tossed around a lot these days, Ben Newman is the real deal. In fact, he coaches many Fortune 500 companies, is one of the top 50 public speakers in the world, and has helped lead many college and professional athletes to multiple championships.
Today, Ben and I talk about why it’s important you know you’re setting an example to people, how to find what he calls, your “burn,” grabbing your future and bringing it into today, why “your why” is not enough, how to avoid being seduced by success, and, ultimately, how to elevate your standard.
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In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses what the Iron Council is all about and what men should look for when building or finding a band of brothers. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
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In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen take on your questions from the Order of Man Facebook Group. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
(0:00) Show kick-off
(8:00) How do you get back on your feet after being betrayed by your ex-wife?
(17:30) How do you talk to your kids about suicide?
(25:00) Do you have any recommendations for father-son experiences before my son gets married?
(27:00) How do you stay motivated when it feels like everything around you is falling apart?
(32:00) How do you handle being burned by your church?
(40:00) How do you keep the faith and stay the course that God intends for us when it feels like the deck is stacked against us?
(42:58) What are some tips on how to find your way and add clarity to your vision?
(49:15) How do you repair the relationship with your father when you are the one who wants to repair the relationship but he isn’t willing to?
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Every single one of us has genius inside of us – some lying dormant for years and even decades. And, with our greatest potential trapped deep beneath the surface of our day-to-day lives, we live as Thoreau famously said, “quiet lives of desperation.” I know from personal experience how difficult and deflating that can be.
My guest today, former rocket scientist and law professor, Ozan Varol, is on the podcast today to talk about how to unlock and awaken the genius buried deep within ourselves. We also talk about the power of going what he refers to as “off-menu,” finding more awe in our lives, the death or our former selves and the birth of a new man, why we all need to exercise a bit more skeptical curiosity, and how to become extraordinary men.
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In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses the importance of resilience, in all circumstances, and provides FOUR steps to help men become more resilient. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
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In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen take on your questions from the Iron Council, the exclusive brotherhood of the Order of Man. 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⠀
(10:40) How can I stop “friending” women because its my comfort zone
(16:00) In seasons of challenge, what mindset shifts have happened for you?
(27:40) I am talking to a girl and I found out that she masturbates. Should I continue to pursue her?
(35:50) How can I help someone with an addiction like alcohol, drugs, or pornography without just telling them that “it’s going to be ok?”
(43:10) What is your advice for a kid’s educational pursuits in light of the recent AI revolution?
(48:38) What are some ideas to get parents and students interested in competing in martial arts competitions?
(57:30) What is the difference between calling a friend forward to be “better” or just minding your own business?
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You already know everything you need to know to achieve your wildest dreams, or at least get on the path to making them a reality. The only question that remains is whether or not you’ll do it. And, that’s a question that has been plaguing millions of men for a very long time – “Will I do what is required to achieve my desires?”
My guest today, former NBA player and current NBA mindset coach, David Nurse, has made a life out of teaching elite-level athletes, execs, and high-achievers how to move from knowing to doing. Today, David and I talk about hidden roadblocks that keep us from success, the 9 different action archetypes and how to move past what keeps you back, the formula for your own success mission, finding intrinsic value in the work you do, why he considers, “the masses to be the asses,” how to use negative thoughts to your advantage, and the life-changing power of taking action.
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In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler breaks down the definition of a “real man” and discusses the 3 key areas where men should focus. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
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Definition of a man: A real man is an adult male who who is on the path to effectively protect, provide, and preside.
To Protect: A man protects his family, his possessions, and his community
To Provide: Provide for basic needs, but also to provide emotional support and be emotionally stable
To Preside: Have a vision and communicate that vision
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In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen take on your questions from the Iron Council, the exclusive brotherhood of the Order of Man. 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⠀
(12:10) How has your relationship with your own ego changed in sobriety?
(17:10) Have you ever thought of creating a similar program to the IC for businesses to implement to increase employee satisfaction and productivity?
(26:15) When someone close to you is being negatively impacted by their own ego, what’s the best way to get them back on track?
(33:20) Have either one of you got dizzy after a intense day of BJJ?
(37:40) I see building trust and rapport like a house of cards. When one simple slip seems to crash the whole thing. How do you get the will to start building that house again rather than walking away from the table?
(44:18) What are your daily non-negotiables and how do you handle being flexible with them when outside circumstances are impacting your ability to execute on them?
(48:20) How would you recommend someone keep moving forward in all areas of their life when one quadrant of life has seasons which require 90 - 100% of their attention?
(51:50) What is the most powerful shift in mindset you guys have experienced/embraced in your lives and how has that played out in your lives? Can you offer recommendations on how others could implement these mindsets?
(56:50) What is your take on 3 banks folding in the past week?
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It’s been said that there isn’t a whole lot of new information under the sun, just new ways of saying it. I don’t know if that’s necessarily true but one thing I know is that my guest today shares some of the most practical and life-transforming messages out there. And, he does it in a way that cuts through the noise and nonsense of modern times.
His name is Dewayne Noel and he is the founder of Dry Creek Wrangler School. Today, Dewayne and I talk about the power of genuineness, building yourself into a person you like, not hate, why the “right to be wrong” is so powerful and liberating, dealing with insecurities, operating in reality, the concept of “cowboy energy,” and other timeless wisdom in disturbing times.
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In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler shares 5 strategies that we can use, as men, to recognize and processes our emotions in a healthy and effective way. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
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In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Kipp Sorensen and Shawn Villalovos take on your questions from the Iron Council, the exclusive brotherhood of the Order of Man, and 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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(0:00) Show kick-off⠀
(7:50) Can you provide some time on how to deal with my wife getting too invested in her friends?
(14:20) How do you make a judgment call between stability and gratitude for what you have vs the concern you're settling or playing small?
(25:40) Do you have any advice for someone who has become a caretaker for their spouse due to cancer?
(33:10) What would you personally recommend in dealing with a narcissist father?
(40:40) I am torn between having a “man to man” conversation with my new pastor or biting my tongue, out of respect, after he said some insulting things about our church and congregation, where my family has deep roots.
(46:00) How do you deal with fighting and picking and bickering between your kids?
(55:50) What is/was your stance with the whole mask thing in churches during Covid?
(1:04:20) How do we tackle cognitive dissonance?
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Is the American Dream alive or dead? It’s a question that begs asking but more importantly, how can we each, individually carve out our own piece of it if possible?
These are all questions my guest today, Chris Elise, and I address. Chris was born in France and has since become an American citizen following his dreams as a young boy. Today, we talk about channeling anger for productive outcomes, how to develop a personal renewal of faith, why you need to be cautious of betraying yourself, not getting yourself stuck in a bubble, investing in brotherhood, and pursuing your version of the American Dream.
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In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler shares 5 tips to help you be more intentional with the words you use to become a more effective communicator. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
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In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen take on your questions from the Iron Council, the exclusive brotherhood of the Order of Man. 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⠀
(5:00) I am currently working in the family business but I do not enjoy it or see a future there. Should I switch industries for an uncertain job and possibly have to move in with my wife’s parents, or should I look for another company and start something on the side where I can use my skills?
(11:00) What questions should you ask yourself to determine if you are ready to propose to your girlfriend and move toward marriage?
(16:40) How important is it for you to have a partner that challenges you?
(25:00) How to encourage our wives to work on their mindset around anxiety and depression without giving the impression that we think there is something wrong with them?
(41:00) How do you assess how you are performing in certain areas that are hard to measure?
(49:20) I was looking for a woman who is career oriented but found a great girl who has different goals. Am I sacrificing my standard by going out with this girl or is it ok to compromise on this?
(54:20) Do you have any book recommendations for a season of transition that isn’t to “heavy” reading?
(58:00) Any recommendations for setting boundaries when working from home and trying to be an engaged and involved father?
(1:01:40) Is there a happy medium for sacrificing current comfort for future satisfaction?
(1:07:20) How should I deal with rumors in the workplace that aren’t true?
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As men, we’re hardwired to look for problems we see with the environment around us. Unfortunately, too few of us are willing to take the next step and do something about the issues we identify.
My guest today is not that kind of man. His name is Ian Wendt and he’s taking a stand against some of the most polarizing social issues of the day. Today, Ian and I talk about overcoming the opinions of others, when to compromise and when not to, how excellence is the ultimate rebellion, how a man ought to show up in his community, and, ultimately, becoming a man of conviction.
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In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses why men tend to have an easier time focusing on success in business rather than family and how we can implement some of these “business” systems into our family routine. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
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In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen take on your questions from the Iron Council, the exclusive brotherhood of the Order of Man. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.
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(10:40) Is there a way to retain information from podcasts and audio books when I do most of my listening while I am driving and cannot take notes in the moment? Or should I just accept it as entertainment?
(18:00) How do you track how you spend your time, what you are eating, etc.?
(23:40) When my girlfriend informed me that she was pregnant, I reacted poorly. After calming down, I tried to discuss the plan for moving forward but she had already decided to move on from the relationship. I was open to continuing the relationship, but at a minimum want to have a relationship with my son and she is making it very difficult. What is the best way to proceed?
(35:00) What key components have you identified to begin a business? What should you do to be successful?
(43:20) Are you still attending the Baptist church and what difference have you noticed between the Baptist and Mormon church?
(49:20) How much does your faith influence your everyday life and has it grown stronger since you’ve given up alcohol?
(52:40) How do you lead your family spiritually?
(1:01:40) What are some good questions we can ask ourselves to be more effective with journaling?
(1:07:00) After your wife has lost respect for you, can you get it back and how?