Retired Coast Guard 3-star on the vax-mandate, military readiness, and being bold for God instead of living in fear for his job. "When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened." - Billy Graham --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Johanna Stamps, a licensed grief counselor, talks about how we have to acknowledge grief and mourn in order to continue to move towards God’s vision for our life. Many items can be lost such as a job, pets, friendships, and marriages. As men, we need to take time and space to let our brain catch up to the event that has happened. Johanna shares her 7 steps included below and talks about the power of writing a closure letter on the grief you are going through. How to connect with Johanna:johannastamps.com804 944 [email protected] Men’s Alliance | How Great Men Grieve “If you loved it, and lost it, then grieve it” Grief is like an epic hike through a desolate land. 7 Steps of the Journey: 1. TRAILHEAD: AT THE BEGINNING OF THE JOURNEY a. Set the intention to heal, to integrate b. Look for a sign you are grieving: Cognitive, Affective, Physical, Spiritual c. You ONLY work where grief is coming up, that’s the beginning d. Feel the pain (No pain, No gain)... It brings healing 2. LOOK AT THE MAP (Pssst... it’s a magical map) a. The magical map only appears as you walk forward in your grief b. It’s completely unique to you (circumstance, personality, etc.) c. Dispel misconceptions (don’t look for stages) 3. BEGIN WALKING a. Small doses as it comes up b. One thing at a time c. We cannot grieve all at one time. We wouldn’t be able to take it! d. Be creative... example: recognizing important dates (or your body will tell you) 4. GATHER WITH OTHERS - DON’T GRIEVE IN ISOLATION a. Grieving is internal - Mourning is your external or public experience of grief b. ESSENTIAL - speak about the experience of the loss, memories, etc. c. Moves from the head to the heart (READ THIS AGAIN!!!) d. Look for the 1⁄3 who are good with grief (most likely someone who has dealt with their own grief) 5. STOP FOR REST a. Sustenance for your epic journey b. Maybe learn to rest for the first time 6. EXERCISE JOY AND PAIN MUSCLE a. Like any normal ruck or hike there is joy with the pain b. Practice this often when you are grieving 7. GET TO THE LOOKOUT a. Reflect on how far you have come (when you look at the loss with less pain) b. See parts of yourself that are becoming whole again - integrating the loss c. This is OFTEN understanding who you are (e.g. identity) Sponsor: Tom 'Doc' Love CFP®, CRPC®, CRPS® [email protected] Craig Heah. [email protected] https://www.themainstreetgroup.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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Millions suffer from anxiety, yet people usually hide it. In this episode, Robert gets real and shares his journey. He includes what the Bible says about anxiety, to include the practical steps he took to cope with anxiety. The book You Are Not Your Brain by Jeffrey Schwartz and Rebecca Gladding shares the following 4 steps: 1) Relabel 2) Reframe 3) Refocus 4) Revalue Ending with some verses that help bring strength and peace with Philippians 4:4-9 Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice. Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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God isn't interested in domesticating you or making you more civilized and well-mannered. If you're a savage then God just wants you to be a savage for him. Check out our Barbarian shirt here…https://www.bonfire.com/ma-barbarian-shirt-dark/?utm_source=mailgun&utm_medium=Initial%20template&utm_campaign=order_made_for_owner Men's Alliance is a place for men who love God but are a little rough around the edges. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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We cannot be the light of the world if we do not go into the darkness. As Christians we need to go out into the world and share the good news. However we must always keep our eyes focused on God to avoid getting sidelined by the prevailing culture. Learn More: https://cultureproof.net/ - Website www.youtube.com/@cultureproof1 - Youtube Podcast Sponsor: Hawkins Health and Fitness Nick 'Coach' Hawkins 804-638-1386 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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Explore Battlefield Coaching today and find yourself a Coach with experience overcoming a battle you are currently facing - https://battlefieldcoaching.comJoin us for a raw, powerful conversation with Bridge'r as he reveals how a life of success and achievement masked deep anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and depression. From his first debilitating panic attack to witnessing a friend’s sudden death, Bridge'r shares how faith, brotherhood, and wrestling with purpose turned his darkest moments into a calling—now empowering men through “battlefield coaching.”Get ready to hear: • What really caused Bridge'r’s mental breakdown • Why success, accolades & busyness can destroy your soul • The moment God told him, “It’s time to coach men like you” • How he rebuilt life through trauma training & pure faith • His mission: faith-based, trauma-informed support tailored for menIf you’re feeling burnt out, anxious, or lost, this is for you. Purpose doesn’t come despite pain—it comes through it.Follow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV
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