We men need to step up our game when it comes to pursuing our wife romantically. We need to put on a clean shirt, make reservations, and ask our wife on a date. We're all busy - that's no excuse. Carve out the time and make your marriage a priority! Find your tribe at mensalliancetribe.com --- 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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More tribesman boldly step forward, to share their stories and help others to learn from their experience. Listen as they discuss signs that things were not working well, and what they have done to move forward. Podcast Mentioned: War Stories 11: Second Chances https://youtu.be/Lsovl6xGIjo Sponsor:Chris 'Coop' Norwood w/ Towne Bank MortgagePhone: 804-439-3206https://townebankmortgage.com/officers/chris-norwood/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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Barbarian Ambassadors leading their families spiritually can be found in rural locations, urban areas and everywhere between. Every environment God calls us to creates new challenges and opportunities. It is our commission to meet people where they are and share the good news. 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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The best way to read most books is from the beginning. The Bible is not most books, there is a better way to read the Bible. Listen as Goose and Shadow discuss the best way to read the Bible to gain the deepest understanding. Want a way to leave a legacy for your children, use a study Bible and record/highlight your thoughts for future generations. Need to purchase anything on Amazon? Use our smile link when shopping https://smile.amazon.com/ch/85-2532547 Using smile gives a portion of the profits to Men's Alliance that allow us to fulfill our mission. Study Bible recommendations: New Life Translation Life Application Study Bible Christian Standard Bible Apologetics study Bible John MacArthur study Bible Book recommendations: Irresistible by Andy Stanley (required reading for patch members) Grace of God by Andy Stanley --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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Have you ever attended a big annual conference for Christian men, only to find yourself struggling spiritually just a few weeks later? If you're wondering "What's next?" after coming down from that spiritual sugar high, we have the meat and potatoes answer to give you the strength you need each week. Men's Alliance Tribes are the answer to "What's next?" Learn more at www.mensalliancetribe.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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