The Forged Man’s Podcast

Implementing even one of these things will help you shift your mindsets. Subscribe to our newsletter: www.theforged.org/subscribe

Maybe your standards and goals aren't what you should be doing. subscribe to the newsletter: www.theforged.org/subscribe

Typically, we think that the thoughts we have stick to our hearts and minds. But how we see the world and our place in it can have massive effects, including disastrous results on our health. Here's the science behind pessimistic thoughts and chronic illness. Subscribe to our newsletter: www.theforged.org/subscribe

He came from the shadows and sat down in front of me. So, I thought I'd get to the bottom of what drives laziness. www.theforged.org/subscribe

When your wife asks you to do a task, do you roll your eyes in frustration? Are you annoyed that you have to run to the store for her? What if you turned it on its head? What if you recognized that you are handling that task, which helps her handle her priorities, and most likely: it's lower effort for you than for her to do it? Be sure to subscribe to the newsletter! www.theforged.org/subscribe

One of the greatest stoic philosophers, Marcus Aurelius, gives us clear direction on what self-control is and how it's to be applied. But, he's not the only one who teaches self-control. The Bible also gives us clear direction on how to become more self-controlled.   subscribe to the newsletter! www.theforged.org/subscribe  

This is the definition of the effeminate man. Here's how to tell, and to know whether you are one or not... Get the newsletter www.theforged.org/subscribe   Come to the Forged and get community www.theforged.org

Some of us are so wrapped up in end-time prophecy, doom scrolling, 24/7 news feeds, and more, that we don't bother actually doing what we've been asked to do. Here's a little parable regarding it...   Be sure to subscribe to the newsletter! www.theforged.org/subscribe

It's easy to tell our kids to set their goals and to pursue them. It's a little tougher to help them on the way to achieving their goals. But we have a bigger role than just that with their goal-setting. It involves our own strengths and weaknesses.   subscribe to the newsletter today: www.theforged.org/subscribe Check out all of our events: www.theforged.org

I get it. The world is speeding up. You feel more isolated than ever. You're frustrated, depressed, anxious, and overwhelmed. What's your decision? Are you going to sit in it? Is this your lot in life? Or are you so uncomfortable with it all that you're ready to change it? Get the newsletter.  www.theforged.org/subscribe Check out the events (in-person and virtual) www.theforged.org Stand up. Stop...

You don't need to spiritually oppress your family and shove the gospel down their throat. You don't need to be the legalistic slave-driver to get your family in the right direction. Here are 5 answers to things Christian guys are wondering about leading biblically. Things like: How to be a Godly husband and father How to be the spiritual leader of my family without being controlling Biblical leade...

For decades, we all believed that hopelessness was learned. That humans were just born with resilience. This has made many of us feel as though we missed out. That somehow, some way, our hopelessness and lack of resilience were things we've simply learned to do, and that we're not like everybody else. It's not true. HOPE IS LEARNED. This podcast covers the truth about learned hope and the power of...

I think a lot of us treat life as practice. We're always looking to something else and thinking that if the conditions were right, then we could really start to live life. But we're wrong. And we're wasting our lives believing all of this is just the lead up to a real life. This is it. The day the Lord has given us. How are we going to live it out? Want to check out the Forged newsletter? www.thef...

We think our beliefs are based on facts. Many of us think our beliefs naturally shape over time. But that's not true. We have an active hand in our we shape our beliefs. Here's what to look for and how to shape powerful beliefs that will change your life. If you're looking for a solid newsletter that gives you even more tips and techniques on how to be a better man for your God, family, and nation...

When we're working, the distractions and unpredictable tasks will always pop up. These 3 daily tips for work will help you master your time and can easily be implemented today. Be sure to subscribe to our weekly newsletter for more tips, events, and community: www.theforged.org/subscribe   Keep up on all of the events The Forged has going on: www.theforged.org  

A lot of men deal with things like low confidence, low self-esteem, depression, and more. They wonder "How can I get better confidence?" I battled it too. This episode offers you a new way to look at confidence and how to start working on improving such an important aspect of being a man. Sign-up for The Forged's free newsletter. Get insights and upcoming events details, all geared to help you sta...

Voices in the manosphere will have you believing you become a man when you realize you're all alone. It's not true. Manhood is something entirely different. Whether you're alone or with a group of solid guys. Mike discusses what manhood actually means and what you should focus on when developing your most foundational traits of manhood. Get our weekly newsletter for more ways to stay Forged for yo...

A lot of guys deal with the question, "What does it mean to be a man?" or "How do I become a man?" If you focus on this one trait, you'll be leaps and bounds ahead of most other guys. Unfortunately, a lot of guys haven't figured this thing out yet.   Get our weekly newsletter for more ways to stay Forged for your God, your family, and yourself. www.theforged.org/subscribe   Check out our offerings...

Dealing with procrastination? Want to fix your procrastination habits, but figure you'll work on it tomorrow? If you're looking for REAL ways to kick the procrastinating that ends up feeling painful every time you do it, then be sure to catch this episode. Mike discusses a simple method that shifts your mindset and helps you overcome that dread feeling of, "Maybe I'll just do it tomorrow..." Get o...

Men who want to become better husbands understand that they need to cultivate their relationship with their wife. But, what most men don't realize: that includes learning how to rest properly with your wife...and becoming her rest as well.   Here's why rest with your wife is important and how to do it properly.   Get our weekly newsletter for more ways to stay Forged for your God, your family, and...

Morning mindsets are vital. The beliefs, mindsets, and heart positions you have are easily influenced by dangerous thoughts when you first wake up. Follow this simple one step every morning before you open your eyes, and you'll find that everything about your life shifts.    Get our weekly newsletter for more ways to stay Forged for your God, your family, and yourself. www.theforged.org/subscribe...

If you're going through depression, anxiety, self-loathing, or confidence issues, then this episode is for you. A lot of advice on depression is given with the expectation that you can just step outside of the depression and keep going.   This comes from personal experience - it feels impossible to step out of it while it's happening. However, implement this one small, easy technique and see if it...

Here's what I've run into for the first 3 or so days of a 7 day water fast. I'll give you things you might expect, and how to handle them.   check out: www.theforged.org

Plenty of men ask, "How can I be a better husband?" This episode won't give you everything you need to truly be the best husband possible, but it will give you a technique and mindset and how to become the husband your wife needs, which will invariably help you become the father you need to be as well. Do this for your wife and your family.   Get our weekly newsletter for more ways to stay Forged...

Jordan Peterson is famous for saying, "Be the strongest man at your father's funeral." Every man wants to exude inner strength and responsibility. This episode helps you navigate what it means to be a strong man and how to live that out.  Here's what it means to be the strongest man at your father's funeral, and how to achieve it.   Get our weekly newsletter for more ways to stay Forged for your G...