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THE TRUF BROS: ON MASCULINITY. The Men’s Lounge LA is on the road in Chicago — The Chi — with comedian D. Patrick and Ray “The StormBreaker” Gage for a raw, unscripted conversation about manhood, responsibility, strength, vulnerability, culture, and what masculinity looks like today. This is not a rehearsed panel. Comedian D.Patrick and Ray did not receive the questions in advance. We challenge th...

SUCCESSFUL CHILD SUPPORT: WHAT DOES IT REALLY LOOK LIKE? We’ve talked about the frustration, the financial pressure, the court system, and the emotional weight many fathers experience with child support. But in this episode of The Men’s Lounge LA Fatherhood Series , Sir Frederick and Coach Chriss change the conversation. What does successful child support actually look like? Is it simply making a...

10 Rules Every Father Should Follow — Part 2 #childsupportdrama #selfgrowth #mentalhealth The Men’s Lounge LA * In Part 1, we focused on preparation. In Part 2, we focus on character . Because a father can understand the paperwork, know the court order, and document everything—and still hurt himself if he cannot manage his emotions, communicate effectively, and stay focused on what his children ne...

“You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first.” – Unknown visit: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/ for more You missed the school play because you needed a mental health day. You said no to volunteering in the classroom because you’re already overwhelmed. You let your kids watch more TV than usual because you just couldn’t do another activity. And now? You feel like the worst paren...

“In parenting partnerships, it’s not about who’s right. It’s about what’s right for the child you both love.” – Unknown find more of these @: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/ You think kids should earn screen time. Your partner just hands them the iPad whenever they ask. You believe in natural consequences. Your partner swoops in to rescue them from every mistake. You want organic food and early b...

10 Rules Every Father Should Follow — Part 1 The Men’s Lounge LA** In Part 1, we focused on preparation. In Part 2, we focus on character . Because a father can understand the paperwork, know the court order, and document everything—and still hurt himself if he cannot manage his emotions, communicate effectively, and stay focused on what his children need. Sir Frederick and Coach Chriss complete t...

“Your child doesn’t need you to be their friend. They have plenty of friends. What they need is a parent who loves them enough to guide them.” – Dr. Shefali Tsabary visit for more: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/ Here’s a question that keeps so many parents stuck: Should you be strict or should you be cool? You want your kids to talk to you about everything. You want to be the parent they run to,...

Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is choose peace over staying in a war zone—even when that war zone is your home.” – Unknown visit for more: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/ Hey friend, let’s talk about something heavy that’s been sitting on your heart. You’re lying awake at night asking yourself the same question over and over: “Should I stay for the kids, or is leaving actually better for...

"If you want something you've never had, you must be willing to do something you've never done." — Thomas Jefferson visit for more: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/ You keep ending up in the same situation. Different person, same problems. Different relationship, same ending. And you wonder: "Why does this keep happening to me?" Here's the hard truth: If your relationships keep failing in the same...

IS MASCULINITY DEAD?!?!?! (Pt.3) #selfimprovement #lifelessons #manhood #selfgrowth The Men’s Lounge LA is on the road in Chicago — The Chi — with comedian D. Patrick and Ray “The StormBreaker” Gage for a raw, unscripted conversation about manhood, responsibility, strength, vulnerability, culture, and what masculinity looks like today. This is not a rehearsed panel. Comedian D.Patrick and Ray did...

IS MASCULINITY DEAD?!?!?! (Pt.2) #selfimprovement #lifelessons #manhood #selfgrowth The Men’s Lounge LA is on the road in Chicago — The Chi — with comedian D. Patrick and Ray “The StormBreaker” Gage for a raw, unscripted conversation about manhood, responsibility, strength, vulnerability, culture, and what masculinity looks like today. This is not a rehearsed panel. Comedian D.Patrick and Ray did...

IS MASCULINITY DEAD?!?!?! (Pt.1) #selfimprovement #lifelessons #manhood #selfgrowth The Men’s Lounge LA is on the road in Chicago — The Chi — with comedian D. Patrick and Ray “The StormBreaker” Gage for a raw, unscripted conversation about manhood, responsibility, strength, vulnerability, culture, and what masculinity looks like today. This is not a rehearsed panel. Comedian D.Patrick and Ray did...

"Resentment is like taking poison and waiting for the other person to die." — Malachy McCourt watch more here: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/ You love them. But you resent them too. Maybe it's your partner. Your parent. Your sibling. Your friend. You care about them. But there's hurt between you that hasn't healed. And every time you see them, you feel it. Resentment is slow poison. It doesn't k...

"Your mind is a garden. Your thoughts are the seeds. You can grow flowers, or you can grow weeds."— Unknown visit: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/ for more You wouldn't eat garbage every day and expect to feel healthy. But most people feed their minds garbage thoughts every single day—and wonder why life feels so hard. Toxic thoughts poison everything. Your confidence. Your relationships. Your pa...

Visit for more medication: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/ ""Be careful how you talk to yourself. You are listening." — Unknown You talk to yourself all day long. And most of the time, you don't even notice. But that internal dialogue—the constant conversation in your head—is shaping your entire life. It's time for an attitude audit. Time to listen to what you're really saying to yourself. Becaus...

"Sometimes you outgrow people who were only meant to walk with you for part of the journey." – Unknown check out the inspirational corner @: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/ You changed. Maybe you got healthy. Maybe you started therapy. Maybe you stopped drinking, started praying, or finally decided you deserved better. And the people who used to fit your life? They do not fit anymore. The jokes a...

"The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us, but those who win battles we know nothing about." – Unknown read the full meditation here: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/meditations/july-20-2026 You are the one everyone calls. When things fall apart, they text you. When they need help, they knock on your door. When they are sad, scared, or stuck, you show up. You listen. You...

10 Things Men Should Keep Private! 1. Your Next Move Not every plan needs an audience. Some people clap for you publicly while quietly hoping you fail. Move in silence. Let results make the noise. 2. Your Emotional Struggles Not everyone deserves access to your pain. Be honest—but be selective about who you open up to. Seek wisdom, not sympathy. 3. Your Self-Doubt Every man battles uncertainty. Bu...

“The difference between successful people and really successful people is that really successful people say no to almost everything.” — Warren Buffett Visit the full episode here: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/meditations/april-20-2026 Some of the kindest people I know are also the most tired. They say yes to everything. They show up for everybody. They answer every call. They fix every problem....

find the full episode here: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/meditations/april-29-2026 Here is a question worth sitting with today. Where are you going? Not in five minutes. Not tomorrow. But with your life. With your family. With the one shot you have been given to build something real and meaningful and lasting — where exactly are you headed? If that question makes you uncomfortable it is because...

10 Things Men Should Keep Private! 1. Your Next Move Not every plan needs an audience. Some people clap for you publicly while quietly hoping you fail. Move in silence. Let results make the noise. 2. Your Emotional Struggles Not everyone deserves access to your pain. Be honest—but be selective about who you open up to. Seek wisdom, not sympathy. 3. Your Self-Doubt Every man battles uncertainty. Bu...

Full episode here: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/meditations/november-21-2025 “Life is about balance. Be kind, but don’t let people abuse you. Trust, but don’t be deceived. Be content but never stop improving yourself.” — Zig Ziglar Let me tell you something I see every single day: parents beating themselves up over screen time. You’re worried your kids are glued to their tablets. You’re concern...

Full episode here: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/meditations/november-19-2025 “Parenthood…It's about guiding the next generation, and forgiving the last.” - Peter Krause Hi there my friend! If you’re raising a strong-willed child, you already know the drill. Every day can feel like you’re negotiating peace treaties over everything from what shoes they’ll wear to whether broccoli counts as actual...

Full episode here: https://detroitbodymindsoul.com/meditations/november-17-2025 “The greatest legacy one can pass on to one's children and grandchildren is not money or other material things accumulated in one's life, but rather a legacy of character and faith.” - Billy Graham Hello there! Let’s talk about something that might sound grand and far-off, but is actually happening right now, in this v...

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