The Rising Man Podcast

"What you learn along the way is more important than where you arrive."   Waiting to celebrate until you reach the finish line is a recipe for dissatisfaction. Focusing on the result is often the default way to view things, but is it the best choice? Listen in and see why this subtle shift will bring you more peace and joy!   POWERFUL REFLECTION QUESTION:  Where in your life are you only focusing...

"Listen to the ancient voices and go forward with that understanding and respect for who has been here before you." Ivan Sawyer Garcia is a man deeply committed to preserving indigenous cultures, values, and ways of life. His passion for ecological preservation and desire to live on a more loving planet is infectious. As a champion of indigenous people, founder of Voices of Amerikua, artist, and a...

What's the cost of constant stress, tension, and overwhelm? Our nervous systems weren't designed to sustain perpetual pressure! Once we relax and let our guards down, we open up to new possibilities and GROW. Listen in for my roadmap to healthy regulation.   POWERFUL REFLECTION QUESTION: How can you implement ONE PRACTICE, TODAY to calm your nervous system?   Rising Man Links:   Instagram | @risin...

"There's freedom in radical authenticity" The Truth Alchemist himself, Brian Christian Jenkins, joins us on Fam Life to share the potent relationship tools of curiosity and deep listening. As a leadership and self-mastery coach, Brian helps couples and individuals into their highest and deepest levels of authenticity. In this empowering episode, Brian and Phil share why narrowly focusing on outcom...

"Real men don't let other men believe their own bullsh!t" Embodied men challenge one another to be better than they already are. They know when to soften and give support, and when to call out broken commitments. That's what brotherhood work is about - learning how to balance love with edge. Listen in for my jaw-dropping first impressions from an edgy men's group meeting!   POWERFUL REFLECTION QUE...

"Your heart wants to greet the sun and the sun wants to greet you." There's no wrong way to connect with nature. Getting out of your head and into the dirt is so simple, yet the resistance is often fierce. For this segment's FIRST INTERVIEW - we have the amazing Angela Vincent, nature mentor, grad student, grief counselor, and educator. Angela is a huge proponent of nature connection, and shares t...

"A man must make his purpose his most important pursuit." Must a man's vision be prioritized even above family? It's a challenging prospect, one that I resisted when I first heard it from David Deida. At the same time, nurturing relationships and being present to the moment is vital to the mission, making the BALANCING ACT a worthy practice. Listen in to learn how it's done!    Rising Man Links:  ...

"Death is not a punishment for being alive" Can you slow down to the speed of wisdom? Nature has medicine available to us at EVERY moment, if we are willing to stop our constant mental pursuit of more knowledge. Kale Ka'alekahi is a spiritual activist, carrier of indigenous wisdom, and teacher of ancient healing ways. He brings his passionate heart to the conversation, revealing the secrets availa...

"I trust a man who knows the depth of his anger." Where can you safely express anger? That's the golden question, and where men's work retreats and workshops come to the rescue. With a clean container, powerful support, and the right intentions, you can RELEASE that anger. There's something underneath the anger that needs healing, but you gotta embrace the anger to get there first. There's no subs...

"Slow is smooth, and smooth is fast." Living in harmony with nature's cycles was all early humans knew. Somewhere along our evolution, we viewed ourselves as SEPARATE. Is technology accelerating this drive? How can we return to our regenerative flow? Julian Guderley MASTERFULLY shares these answers and more, including why love dissipates doubt, how to take responsibility for the world, and why not...

Sitting back and observing someone else's victories and failures is a lot safer than putting OURSELVES OUT THERE. But, the rewards are vastly different. The screen can inspire, but gives no tangible benefit. Make a way out of no way and get on the path to YOUR DESTINY. Remember, you are the hero you've been waiting for!   Rising Man Links:   Instagram | @risingmanmovement DOJO | The DOJO is a 4 da...

"The innate caretaking side ALL MEN HAVE comes out in the birth room." Many men are scared of birth or think it doesn't involve them. Dr. T'karima Ticitl shares how fathers can play an instrumental role in this sacred ceremony and show up in service to their woman. Dr. T'karima is both medically trained and indigenously informed, giving her a rare mastery of the practical and spiritual aspects of...

SPRING means big growth and new beginnings. BUT we are also called to LET GO of what no longer serves us. Do you have the courage to release the old habits and patterns?? Rising Man Links:   Instagram | @risingmanmovement DOJO | The DOJO is a 4 day, carefully crafted sequence of rigorous exercises that will challenge the limits of your mental, physical, and emotional fortitude. Men's Circle | Are...

Facing off with HEAVY issues like shame, overwhelm, and anxiety is a normal part of life - BUT getting stuck there is not. By sharing, expressing, and taking ownership, we can move through those tough energies and GROW. Shems Heartwell is a qi gong practitioner, acupuncturist, land steward, husband, and men's work leader who is deeply committed to serving humanity. We hit home on the common areas...

Start by examining the men who you respect the most. Every man will interpret and express values like honor, integrity, and respect differently so there's no need to worry about copying someone else. It's a PERFECT way to start if you are feeling lost.  EVERYTHING in your life will be built upon your values and vision, so don't delay - NAIL THEM DOWN TODAY!   Rising Man Links:   Instagram | @risin...

"Balance isn't motionless. It's realized by finding peace in the oscillations." In our busy lives, taking time to APPRECIATE and CONNECT with the natural world is often given low-priority status. At what cost? Dis-ease, anxiety, and a lack of belonging are just a few examples. Shawn Berry takes us on a journey, reminding us that we have a rightful place on this planet. Claiming your cosmic inherit...

What are the hidden consequences of being risk-averse? The only way we can accumulate vital life experience is by THRUSTING ourselves into the unknown. If the outcome is crappy, YOU CAN BOUNCE BACK! Listen in for some killer motivation needed to TAKE THE LEAP you are avoiding! Rising Man Links:   Instagram | @risingmanmovement DOJO | The DOJO is a 4 day, carefully crafted sequence of rigorous exer...

"We throw ourselves into the fire because we TRUST in something higher than ourselves."  Relationships are the ultimate teacher, especially when you've built a family and vision together. NOBODY knows me as well as today's guest, my wife, KARI AZUMA. Kari is a badass leader who guides women in rites of passage journeys, assists new mothers, and facilitates courageous feminine embodiment. We go dee...

What repressed story or shameful experience is eating you alive? Sharing your pain and truth in a safe environment will be an absolutely liberating experience. Jeddy shares inspirational wisdom to assist you in the expression process - embrace vulnerability and set yourself free!   Rising Man Links:   Instagram | @risingmanmovement DOJO | The DOJO is a 4 day, carefully crafted sequence of rigorous...

With every word and action, you contribute to your legacy. Will yours be potent or forgettable? In today's Fam Life episode, Efrain Reyes shares the secret masculine pillars that will create a rock solid foundation for your family's future. Efrain is deeply dedicated to bringing harmony and balance to families through his Latino Dad Connection platform. In this episode we cover why men of color fa...

There's no guarantee that big changes will work out the way you want. BUT, you won't know until you try! Life is an adventure and visions shift over time, so pivoting is part of the game. Find the courage and take a chance on your dreams!   Rising Man Links:   Instagram | @risingmanmovement DOJO | The DOJO is a 4 day, carefully crafted sequence of rigorous exercises that will challenge the limits...

"Anger is NOT your enemy" How many of the world's problems stem from man's inability to process emotion? There is an ancient solution to this issue, as our guest Cyrus Henry shares with us today. As a transformational coach, artist, and healer, Cyrus helps men rediscover flow and express emotion. We also cover how the HAKA ceremonial dance can help men, why extreme sadness can be a gift, and how t...

Why are you waiting to be the man you dream of being? There's no way to be a world class leader to others if you can't lead yourself to success. Mustering up COURAGE and transcending FEAR are two key elements - listen in for the complete recipe!   Rising Man Links:   Instagram | @risingmanmovement DOJO | The DOJO is a 4 day, carefully crafted sequence of rigorous exercises that will challenge the...

"One worships as one breathes" - Caroline Myss The highest and most connective states possible can only be experienced while in right relations to the natural world. Host Shawn Berry shares how time spent in nature can be extremely beneficial to our mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. In this episode, Shawn details the history of animism, the hilarity of separation, and the subtle gifts th...

"Presence is what she craves and listening is the key" If she wants a solution, she'll ask. Most importantly, she wants to be HEARD and SUPPORTED with all of your masculine essence. Jeddy shares the vital communication principles needed for a happy healthy relationship in today's Monday Morning Meditation! Rising Man Links:   Instagram | @risingmanmovement DOJO | The DOJO is a 4 day, carefully cra...