The Purpose Mastermind: Helping Leaders Get Unstuck and Live with Meaning in Work, Marriage, and Parenting

Mark sat down with a young man who had a question about how to find friendship. Listen in as Mark gives Mason, a 23 year old, some thoughts on where to find friendship.  Here are three keys to finding friends: Think about the kind of people you like. Where do they meet?  Think about the activities you might like participating in and then find out where these activities are taking place.  When you...

In this episode Mark sat down with a friend for a conversation. As soon as the conversation started, Mark thought it would be worth recording. Mark and Adam Oglesbee talk with each other about parenting. They invite you to listen in.  Here are some thoughts from the conversation: As parents when can overreact when we see things in our kids that remind us of our own struggles.  We must avoid the in...

How do we make the most of our life? Leave the Smeagol mindset! There is nothing but futility and frustration. Never enough money, never enough fame, never enough success We were not made to be containers who live our lives to consume.  Realize that our life is a gift to be given We were made to be conduits through which love and gifts flow.  God gives gifts to the sower. We are sowers. All you ha...

In this episode, Mark and Adena let the listener experience a conversation about Mark's birthday thoughts. 1. I’m done sitting at “the kiddie table.” Here is what I mean. At family gatherings the kiddie table is obviously for the kids. It’s not a bad table, but it’s not where the decision makers sit. Speaking metaphorically, sometimes I feel like I live at the kiddie table and wait for an adu...

This is a scary question to ask oneself. How do I make the most of my life? In this episode, Mark shares three thougths. See you life redemptively Make the most of the people in your life Know your purpose If you would like to support our work, you can go here:  https://markdelaney.com/donate/ If you have a question that you would like to discuss with Mark or Adena, you can reach out to mark at ma...

Politics and parenting have some things in common: Politicians have a belief in how our country should be led.  Parents have a belief in how our children should be raised.  Politicians can fight against their opponent at the expense of doing what is best for the people.  Parents can fight against their spouse at the expense of doing what is best for the children.  Here are a couple of resources fo...

Mark and Adena finish their discussion about partnership. In a partnership both people have to be able to give communication, and receive communication. Consider a customer service desk at a store. Without a customer service desk the store would not be able to exist. Here is the link to the video course Mark mentioned called "How to be the Hero During Conflict." https://courses.markdelan...

Mark and Adena discuss partnership in this episode. They use stories from pickleball experiences.  They also provide a behind the scenes update on their nonprofit work.  If you would like to partner with our work, here is a link to donate:  https://markdelaney.com/donate/ Support the show

Mark has a converation with an 18 year old about how he is figuring out what to do with his life.  To donate to our work, click here: https://markdelaney.com/donate/ Support the show

In this episode Mark sits down for an authentic conversation with Cody Reed. Cody is a member of The League. This is a group of men who meet twice a month in order to stir each other on to take bold action in our lives.  In this conversation Cody shares his story and also talks about the struggle to live in freedom daily.  Support the show

Mark has a conversation with Devan Gonzalez. He is the owner/founder of a gym called Strive 11. He also hosts a podcast on mindset called Mindset Cafe. Here is a link to his podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mindset-cafe/id1650827999 Support the show

Mark sits down with Alex Muravski to continue the conversation on how to make the most of your life.  Realize you do not control the results.  Realize that you are a farmer planting seeds.  Realize that you can live your best life even while you have problems.  Realize that life is not about you. Know your purpose. Step into the opportunities that are right in front of you. Take seriously the peop...

Mark sits down to talk to his two sons about how to make the most of your life. They talked about three principles: 1. Realize you do not control the results of your life. 2. Realize you are a farmer planting seeds.  3. Realize you can live your best life even while you have problems.  Support the show

In this episode Mark interviews Jeremy Jacobi about his story of life change.  Support the show

Purpose always involves others. Being connected to people helps us be connected with, and live out, our purpose.  In this episode Mark is going to ask you an important question, and give you an important challenge. "What are you dreaming about?"  Mark's challenge is for you to share your dream with someone else and ask them to share their dream with you.  If you would like to suppor...

Substance abuse comes in many forms. 1. All people struggle with substance abuse at some level.  2. It is critical that we don't judge one person for their substance abuse while we are blind to our own substance abuse.  3. Behind substance abuse is often a life that is lacking in real substance.  If you would like to support this movement, click here:  https://markdelaney.com/donate/ Support...

In this episode Mark interviews a psychotherapist on how he helps people overcome mental health issues. Dr. Dan Franz hosts a podcast called The Meaning Project. You can check that out here:   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-meaning-project/id1514806584?i=1000665858311 You can visit his website here: https://danielafranz.com/ Support the show

Maybe the greatest gift of marriage is that it helps us to grow as a person. If we do not mature we can live our life stuck in our pride, selfishness, and our blind spots.  If we allow marriage to mature us we will reap great benefit. We become better for everyone.  Two requirements for a functioning relationship with your spouse: 1. Offer them a customer service desk and allow them to voice their...

In this episode Mark and Adena talk about cookies, addiction, and freedom.  When people are dealing with addiction it causes fear for everyone involved. The instinctual response makes the problem worse.  In this episode Mark and Adena share a different perspective on how to help people find freedom.  Freedom is not just the stopping of a bad behavior. Freedom is a whole different life.  Support th...

In this episode Mark interviews a six year old. In this unscripted conversation Richard, a six year old, gives a profound answer to a big question. "What does the sad heart need?"  Support the show

In this episode Mark and Adena talk about a conversation that happened on a road trip. Many people are afraid of deep honesty...even with their spouse. But deep honesty can lead to real freedom.  On the road trip Mark told Adena "It's not you, it's just me." Adena shared what she meant by this statement.  Instead of being honest about yourself, it's much easier to blame so...

Mark and Adena continue their conversation about toxic relationships. Many people are using terms like "toxic" and "abusive." But do we know how to have a great relationship?  Toxic behaviors can be invisible, like a gas. Here are 4 examples of behaviors that seem good, but are actually harmful.  Living in fear. It can look like protection.  Being judgmental. It can look like t...

Everyone does toxic things at times. We have to be careful labeling someone as toxic.  Labels that we put on people can prevent us from moving forward effectively. Something that is toxic is like a gas that nobody can see.  Most people are not toxic, but their choices are toxic.  Levels of toxicity. They need to be dealt with differently.  Great people can do toxic things.  People who care can do...

In this episode Mark sits down for a conversation with Leland Hall. Leland is a man who spent several years in prison, but he has been out for less than a year. He shares part of his story and how he has gotten back on the path of purpose.  If you would like to support our work:  https://markdelaney.com/donate/ Support the show

1. What do you think about conflict?  2. What do you do during conflict?  3. What do you say during conflict?  Mark mentioned his video course in the episode. Here is the link to "How to be the Hero During Conflict."  https://courses.markdelaney.com/resolving-conflict Support the show