The Modern Man Podcast

"Not only is the brain the most powerful machine that exists, but it will literally give you everything you want if you know how to use it." -Liam Naden The human brain is much more than just a collection of neurons firing away at each other— it is also the one responsible for what we do and how we do it. The way we think and act is largely determined by our brains' ability to process information...

"Own reality. Your reality is far from your expectations" -Jim Barnard   Feeling powerless is one of those feelings that we never want to experience. It leads us to an expectation gap, where our reality isn't what we wanted or hoped for. It's a hard place to be especially if something or someone important to us is at stake.   But feeling powerless, sometimes, can be a powerful motivator. It can fo...

  "There's no shame in seeking support, understanding that you don't have to carry the work weight of the world on your shoulders. You're not alone… But it's a matter of you being courageous enough to reach out." -Coach Michael Taylor Toxic masculinity is a term used to describe the way in which men are taught to act in society, and how that can affect their lives. In a society that tells men they...

"The easiest way to be successful is to have gratitude every day." -Dr. Victor Manzo   While many people see the road to success as paved with money and fame, it is not necessarily true. While it in itself isn't wrong, having the wrong reason behind this chase leads to much pain and emptiness. If we don't have the right motivation behind our pursuits, we might find ourselves getting further away f...

"Fear is an invitation to your next level of expansion." -Ben Harris I don't know if you agree that fear is a feeling that we don't always like, but it's a feeling that can also be very useful.  Fear is just a feeling, and it's not a bad one. It means that something is going on in our life, and we're not sure how to handle it yet. And that's okay! It's a sign that we're about to do something extra...

"Every guy has the opportunity to be a great father. Just know you're going to be a little freaked out first. But you're a student again for the first time and it's important that you have to learn. You will make mistakes along the way but admitting to them  will make you a great parent." Welcome to the first official episode of The Modern Man Podcast— Connecting Men in Pursuit of Their Potential!...

"This is not the end, it's just a pivot." -Andrej Suttles We're finally here—- the final episode of the No Rain No Rainbows Podcast. Is this really the end??  The straightforward answer to that is NO! Of course not.  So there's really no reason to get sad. We aren't leaving you high and dry here! For the past few episodes, Ted has been talking about an upcoming change in the No Rain No Rainbows Po...

"What I was told was never the goal." -Ryan Shekell In life, there are two people who will tell you that you can't do it: other people and yourself. Other people will sometimes say things that will discourage you, even if they mean well. But it is helpful to remember that when they say you can't, it doesn't have anything to do with you or what you can or can't achieve. Other people's opinions of y...

"It's not how many times you fall, it's how many times you pick yourself up." -Brimstone Rebranding Alert! There will be exciting changes in the No Rain No Rainbows Podcast. We hope you are as excited as we are! In the coming weeks, you'll find some changes that may affect you as a listener. What's been added? What's changed? And why is the change needed? Tune in and you'll find out.  But speaking...

"The biggest tragedy in the world is to live a whole life without anyone ever getting to know you." -Dr. Fred Moss    It's scary to be a little different and talk out of the box. If you feel that way, you are not alone! All of us will go through this stage in life because we were taught from day one to fit in and not make waves. Soon, we are hiding behind the fear of being judged, the barrier of s...

"We have this perception in society that we have to have it all together…. It's okay not to be okay. Give yourself grace to not be okay. But just know that you can take the steps to be okay." -Charlene Madden   Life can be a daunting journey. With each step we take, we are faced with trauma, pain, and adversities. And sometimes, ending it all seems the only way out. Still, we should never think of...

"The focus needs to be on what you're going to create going forward. It's not after the divorce is over, start right now!" -Sonia Frontera When we think about divorce, it's easy to put all of the blame on our ex. And while that might feel good at the moment, it can ultimately hurt us, our former spouse, and our kids in the long run. When we try and make someone else the bad guy, we get caught up i...

"People are good at being busy and they have no time. But if you were to be productive, you can free up a lot of time." -Robert Riopel     We've been taught that success is a result of hard work, luck, or even opportunity. It isn't. Success is a result of intentional decisions. Successful people are successful because they develop the habits that lead to success.    In this episode, we will gain v...

"When you take bold action, good stuff happens." -Fred Joyal   Life doesn't happen when you are busy making plans. Life happens when you are out exploring what is possible– and that requires boldness.    In this episode, Ted and Superbold author Fred Joyal discuss how to cultivate the superpower of boldness and the good things that come with it. They also talk about how we can break free from the...

"Yes, you're having a challenge. Yes, you're in the middle of this storm. But you are more than this moment." - Barby Ingle     When it comes to self-care, many people find it difficult to put themselves first. The worst is not even knowing what you are living with. Barby Ingle spent 3 years visiting 42 different doctors to finally give a name to what's been torturing her. And from this experience...

  "What are you willing to do to have the life that you want to have? And the answer was no excuses, just results." -Michael Anthony   No one wants to look back on their lives and regret is the only feeling that they have. But that's the reality of our world. Most people live their lives with regrets feeling that there's something left undone, something they didn't try hard enough to achieve, or m...

  "If you want to get results, you have to start with the foundation of nutrition and lifestyle. Once you have that in place, training gets added on as a way of getting consistent, measurable progress with your exercises." -Nate Palmer   It's no secret that most of us find it challenging to stay focused and productive when we are constantly lethargic. But there are ways to work smarter instead of...

"When you're asked to speak in front of others, you did not win a lottery to get there. You were chosen for a particular reason. You have something to share with others. So, look at it that way." -Peter George   Public speaking is a skill that we have to do at some point in our lives. It can be a nerve-wracking experience; so much so that we forget what we were supposed to talk about!    In most c...

"The way you build a life that is balanced is to start with basic self-care and make it habitual."  -Suzanne Falter   Working hard is one of the most admirable qualities a person can have. The hard-working are driven to meet their goals. But sometimes, that drive can reach an extreme point. There are those who work so much that they no longer have the energy to engage in healthy activities. There...

"Make goals so small that you can't fail." -Nita Sweeney   If you spend 60 hours in a period of 60 days devoted to achieving whatever your goal is, that's about 1 hour every day. Will you say it's doable? Probably, if you're motivated enough that is. However, if you are facing depression and anxiety on top of that, even the simplest task will sound like a hike to Mount Kilimanjaro.    But…. What i...

"An exciting plan is built on a foundation of daily disciplines." -Nate Rifkin   Often, when we are faced with problems, the first thing we do is find a solution. But what if, instead of finding out what to do, we do nothing at all? Problems cause us stress and looking for an answer gives us additional stress, which is not so productive in any way. We're not saying it's better to mope all day and...

"In all areas of our lives, we are expected to not have results or success unless we work towards it. Why is it in relationships, we're allowed to be lazy? It doesn't make any sense!" -Emmy Hernandez   This is it! There's no doubt in your heart that you've found "the one". This is the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. But unlike in storybooks, relationships aren't all "happily e...

"Everyone's life is an autobiography. You are a living story. Keep building that autobiography into something worth reading." -Sam Thiara   "Who Am I?" is one of the hardest questions to ever bewilder us. Some people were able to find the answer early on, but most people struggle with identity crises even in their 40's or older. But where do we even begin searching for the answer? And is that answ...

"The life events that happen to you shape who you are, which will then shape your future." -Sammy Warrayat   Emptiness is the feeling we get when we live our life devoid of purpose. Nobody wants to feel that something is missing in their lives. However, our busy schedule makes us unduly occupied to have the time and energy to search for that deeper meaning. There's no reason to keep going on this...

"If it's not worth going all in, is it worth it to do this whole thing? If you're not willing to go all the way in, don't even try it." -Chase Harmer   What makes a founder distinct from an entrepreneur? If you have a unique idea for a business, perhaps the next step you'd take is to build your own company. Apparently, being a founder takes more than guts and vision. A founder is someone who is wi...