Dr. Frank Turek, author and speaker, discusses what's keeping men on the sidelines, what makes a good ambassador for Christ, and what's his favorite apologetics tactic. Find out more about Frank: https://crossexamined.org/ Train Your Brain Course - online course Books by Frank: I Don't Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist Correct, Not Politically Correct Hollywood Heroes Stealing from God Sponsor: Chris 'Coop' Norwood w/ Towne Bank Mortgage Phone: 804-439-3206 https://townebankmortgage.com/officers/chris-norwood/ - website --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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Iron Sharpens Iron
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Ep 175: How Great Men Grieve
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Men’s Alliance
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
In this raw conversation - Goose and Sunshine talk frankly about men’s depression and anxiety—the “black dog,” the heavy-blanket days, the pride that fuels isolation—and the simple, proven actions that bring hope back: say it out loud, call a brother, pray the name of Jesus, lift heavy, get in the woods, show up anyway. We also cover medication without stigma (defibrillator, not forever), faith as a lifeline, and why isolation is terminal.If you’re battling today, this episode is your permission to speak, reach, and move.What you’ll learn • How to break isolation and ask for help without shame • Why talking out loud instantly reduces depression’s power • Practical “today” moves: text a friend, walk a trail, lift heavy, breathe • A faith lens: praying the name of Jesus when words are hard • Medication without stigma (and how/when to revisit it) • How brotherhood (tribe) keeps you from slipping backIf you’re in crisis, you are not alone. In the U.S., call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7). Outside the U.S., please reach out to your local emergency number or crisis service.Join the mission • Comment: what’s one move you’ll make today (text a brother, pray out loud, take a walk, book a counseling session)? • Share this with a man who needs to hear “you’re not alone.” • Subscribe for more straight talk on men’s mental, spiritual, and physical resilience.Follow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Explore Battlefield Coaching today and find yourself a Coach with experience overcoming a battle you are currently facing - https://battlefieldcoaching.comOrder the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV
We set expectations on everything: our love life, our job, our bodies, how are family is supposed to act, and even our relationship with God. What expectations have you set that didn't come to fruition, but you still hold on to? What expectations can we place on God and which shouldn't we? What about God's expectation of you? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
We live in a world where people believe that masculinity is toxic. So, what are we to do? Be less masculine? Sit silently on the sidelines lest someone accuse us of being toxic. Or...should our lives demonstrate that real masculinity is both physically strong and emotionally caring? Jesus taught us to be both strong and loving, to face our fears, and to lay down our lives for others. That is real masculinity. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
Author and speaker, Greg Koukl, explains how we can share our faith by asking questions. Listen as Greg demonstrates how to talk about your beliefs and how to share the gospel without getting stressed. Learn more about Greg: Stand to Reason - website Books Mentioned: Street Smarts - Greg Koukl New Book Tactics - Greg Koukl Book The Story of Reality - Greg Koukl Book A Manual for Creating Atheists - Peter Boghossian Cold Case Christianity - J Warner Wallace Keeping Your Kids on God's Side - Natasha Crain Hero: Being the Strong Father Your Children Need - Meg Meeker Start the Fire Weekend - Register Here --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
