The Rising Man Podcast

Welcome to Monday Morning Meditations, Episode 302 on the Rising Man Podcast with Jetddy Azuma. Today, we explore the crucial question: What are you willing to fight for? It's not just a theoretical inquiry. Understanding what you're willing to fight for gives you direction, purpose, and the determination to pursue your goals with unwavering resolve.  Remember, it's never too late to embark on thi...

Welcome to Monday Morning Meditations, Episode 301 on the Rising Man Podcast with Jeddy Azuma. Today, we dive into the significance of fathering and its impact on men's lives. Whether through positive role modeling or the absence thereof, fathering plays a crucial role in shaping individuals. In Rising Man, we define fathering as guiding and shepherding one another, fostering an environment where...

Welcome to Monday Morning Meditations, Episode 300 on the Rising Man Podcast with Jeddy Azuma. Today, we reflect on quality over quantity, likening our community to the resilience of the 300 Spartans. While other organizations may boast larger numbers, we prioritize a strong foundation and lasting impact to everyone who wants to be involved. Listen in to find out why! If you listen and you are int...

In Monday Morning Meditations episode 299 on the Rising Man Podcast, Jeddy Azuma welcomes listeners to the imminent arrival of spring, emphasizing its significance as a time of renewal and new beginnings. He shares personal insights into aligning life with the seasons, urging listeners to take intentional steps towards embracing the opportunities of spring. Listen in and harness the energy of the...

In Monday Morning Meditations episode 298 on the Rising Man Podcast, Jeddy discusses the importance  of commitments. Yes, commitments! Jeddy also advocates for cutting out non-essential activities to make room for priorities, as well as, the value of accountability. Through these simple yet powerful practices, Jeddy guides listeners towards becoming a man people can come to rely on.  Rising Man Li...

Join host Jeddy Azuma on Monday Morning Meditations, Episode 297, as he explores the challenge of commitment. There is one important distinction that will separate the men who commit and do not. Drawing from insights by Alison Armstrong, Jeddy delves into the developmental stage of knighthood, highlighting the importance of embracing adventure before committing. From understanding the consequences...

Join host Jeddy Azuma on Monday Morning Meditations, Episode 296, as he unpacks the universal challenges men face today. From societal expectations to personal growth, Jeddy navigates the complexities of modern masculinity. Listen in for empowering insights and strategies to redefine what it means to be a man today. Don't miss out—follow us on Instagram for more content based around our values and...

  "When competition becomes about ME standing above YOU - there's a problem" Competition can be humbling, exposing, and rewarding - will you choose it? Men make each other BETTER by challenging  and calling forward. Tune in for ways you can bring this concept of positive competition into your life. REFLECTION QUESTIONS: Is winning just as important as losing? Do you have past scars from unhealthy...

"Standards sink when we don't push the edge"   Men frequently make commitments and declarations - but do they follow through? Being integral with one's word is the ultimate measure of a man. Tune in for Jeddy's wisdom on raising personal and collective standards. REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What happens when the standards bar comes down? How do you get back on your feet?   Rising Man Links: The Brotherh...

"When do we start focusing on collective development?"   When everyone is focused on serving each other, we ALL get tended to. Healthy competition, teamwork, and community coevolution are the future and what Rising Man stands for. Join us in birthing this new way of being and relating.   Rising Man Links: The Brotherhood || The Rising Man's online community - FREE to join for any man interested in...

"At my death bed I'll be thinking of the people I loved and whose lives I impacted" Talking about abundance mindset is all the rage right now… but what does it TRULY mean? Getting crystal clear on YOUR definition is ultimately what matters. Tune into today's Monday Morning Meditation for the key illuminating questions that will guide you in this process. REFLECTION QUESTIONS: What does abundance m...

"All we are is borrowed Earth"   Being a man of service comes with responsibility to humility and egoic modesty. Putting aside your ego and acting on behalf of the community's needs is the ultimate practice. Click play and learn how to access the profound fulfillment that comes ONLY with authentic service.  REFLECTION QUESTIONS: How can you serve your community more deeply? Who is pointing out you...

"If you don't have it yet, you probably aren't ready for it"   There's more to life than worrying about the speed of your successes. It's not about having the castle today, it's about feeling aligned and confident you are taking steps in an intended direction. Listen in and learn how to call peace, joy, and prosperity into your life by choosing the slow burn.    REFLECTION QUESTIONS: Where in life...

"At some point my people killed other people and that's why I'm here. That's hard for us to reconcile" The most dangerous man is a man who hasn't come in contact with his killer instincts before he has to. How can a community or a woman trust a man who doesn't know this side of himself? Listen in for what it takes to stand tall in life's most crucial moments. REFLECTION QUESTIONS: How well do you...

"If we want to transform the patterns of our ancestors, we must go straight to the source"   Letting secrets loose brings up man's most deep-seated fears around LOSS. Is your commitment to healing strong enough to stare down those fears and let the truth free? Listen in for this week's Monday Morning Meditation on trauma, secrets, and healing.    REFLECTION QUESTIONS: Do you have anyone in your li...

"Do you have people in your life willing to RISK THE RELATIONSHIP in order for you to see something you're not willing to see?" Conflict scares the unintegrated man because it brings up primal fears around RISK TAKING. In healthy brotherhood, conflict is held as a sacred form of service and always has a meaningful purpose. Tune in for the keys to accessing supportive friendships and communities. R...

"Slow down the pace of acquiring knowledge and experiences … give your consciousness and emotional body time to DIGEST!" Winter is upon us! Will you heed your biological cues and slow down with Mother Nature? It ain't easy in our hustle bustle based society, but giving ourselves time to anchor stillness now will actually enable vigorous Summer growth. Living lockstep with seasonal cycles is a larg...

First off, hiding out and masking up is completely normal. But when the opportunity to get real and raw with other men presents itself - do you have the courage to express? This willingness lives inside every man, you decide when and how you want to share. Listen in and learn the tools to turn your BS stories into empowering legends! REFLECTION QUESTIONS: When's the last time you opened up about t...

"Unfaced fear becomes doubt, and doubt KILLS the warrior" Accessing unshakable confidence requires EVIDENCE. The only way to build evidence is through practice - which means putting in the reps and being willing to FAIL. No matter what, crushing doubt isn't possible without community and brothers to hold you up when all hope is lost. Click play and hear the full inspirational share on overcoming d...

"Don't confuse the destination with the practice" Equally informed by traditional manhood and Eastern wisdom, Simon Smart is a man committed to the FULL RANGE of masculine expression. As the creator of the Warrior Protocol brand, he's been training men for over 22 years in leadership, fatherhood, money, and more. In today's epic conversation, Simon hits home on the makings of a leader, including w...

"Safety allows expression to flow and connection to form" A lack of permission to express pain, truth and trauma plagues modern men! A secure, safe circle of men can change this paradigm. Healing happens when men can normalize these conversations and learn to harness the power of relatability.  REFLECTION QUESTIONS: Have you experienced loneliness? What ways are you creating an opportunity for gre...

"The plants, the stones, the fire … these are our ANCESTORS and they have wisdom to share" Man has long been fascinated by FIRE and its transformational ability. From cooking to heating to forging, fire has been instrumental in humanity's evolutionary journey. Join Shawn as he walks about in the Night and explores the deeper significance of this elemental energy. What does fire by friction ultimat...

"How to bring information and wisdom INTO the body"   The only way transformational concepts can actually change your life is by regularly putting them into practice with others. Do you have an intentional container like this in your life? A supportive community that has your back, picks you up when you fall, and gives you opportunities to share is the key to incorporation.   REFLECTION QUESTIONS:...

Have you ever considered how a woman feels in everyday life, simply walking down the sidewalk? The vibe often suggests an intention to TAKE something. What's really going on here? In this episode, I go over how to be a steward of your energy and share proven ways for making women feel more safe.   REFLECTION QUESTIONS: Who are some women in your life you can talk to about their perspective? What d...

"Directness is a practiced skill" We're spending too much time being indirect with our words because we're afraid of telling the truth! We've all been in a situation where an uncomfortable conversation presents itself… The big choice is to tell the truth or use soft words + beat around the bush. The things you need to say but don't say end up boiling and festering in your body. Listen and learn ho...