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Someone ticks you off and your first thought is you hope they get hit by a bus! Sounds extreme, but let's be honest guys, we have all had thoughts of retribution at some point. While this may be part of our human nature, if left unchecked, it could take us down a path of self-destruction. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just...

Mt. Rushmore, The Great Wall of China, and Burj Khalifa in Dubai are a few examples of what can be accomplished with a little blood, sweat, and tears. Guys, we are made to build and repair and there's nothing like the satisfaction that comes from getting a little dirt under our fingernails. Find out why you should roll up your sleeves, put on some gloves, and grab a hammer in this episode! ***...

The Sheep, The Wolf, and The Sheepdog. This story presents a question we all have to answer sooner or later. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbeat humor, your host Tim Williams, chats about a variety of topics that not only challenge bu...

Ben Martin is the head football coach for the Spring Hill High School Raiders. He has been around the sport, in one form or another, for most of his life and his approach to the game is simple - football isn't just about winning games; it's about building character in young men that will last a lifetime. Download and listen to this inspiring interview! ** The Thrivehood Podcast is a releva...

Coach Martin interview coming soon! *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbeat humor, your host Tim Williams, chats about a variety of topics that not only challenge but motivate you to thrive as you boldly mature into manhood. www.thrivehoo...

With all the messages, influences, and noise coming at us from all directions, it is a wonder that we can get through the day, let alone figure out where we fit, in this big, bright, beautiful world! That's where finding some quiet time to rest and reassess comes into play. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the ba...

Ask ten random people what they believe is the reason for dating and you most likely will get ten different answers. Having fun, getting to know someone or finding compatibility in others might be a few suggestions offered, but is there a clear reason why you should date? *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling...

Your host, Tim Williams, delivers another installment of ten basic life skills that every teenage boy should know how to do. While these may seem minor, learning these skills promotes wellness and a healthy dose of self-worth. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned w...

The days of a friendly scuffle over a meaningless issue are long gone. Replaced now with phone recordings of fights and vicious attacks that end in serious injury, and in some cases even death. To make matters worse the norm is to stand idly by as the beatings continue. As spoken by King Theoden in Lord Of The Rings - The Two Towers, "How did it come to this?"

Ever make plans to go somewhere and the trip just to get there turns into an event that will be remembered? Sometimes we can learning something while on our journey before we ever reach the final destination. Becoming aware that life can teach us lessons along the way can be beneficial in the long run.

It's good to take a break every now and then.

The 4th of July is remembered for one of the most important moments in American history, but did you know other significant events took place on this special day as well?

When we have an idea and inspiration to do something, it seems like it's a struggle to get things moving toward that vision. Then, just when we feel like we got a little momentum going, something happens to derail our plans. Your host, Tim Williams, recently faced a similar challenge and he offers some first-hand advice on how to overcome what he calls "the death of a vision."

Listen to a laundry list of issues that can develop by embracing a drug induced lifestyle.

There are several types of relationships that young men will have during the course of their life, but there are three key relationships that are vital. Finding and maintaining these connections will contribute to strengthening you in the areas of learning, teaching, and friendship development.

Being raised without any brothers or sisters has advantages that can serve you well. Sometimes it can be tough being an only child, but if you focus on the positives it will make you stronger and prepare you for a brighter future.

Comparing yourself to others is the worst benchmark you can use to rate your own self-value. Knowing your self-worth means you won't stray far from the path that gives you the best chance to live a life with fewer obstacles and more wins!

Seniors everywhere are celebrating another milestone, graduation! It's time to celebrate, time to relax, and time to contemplate what the future might hold for you, but what about time itself? As you move into the next season of life the great equalizer waits for no one. How you spend your time can be the difference between an optimistic future and regrettable past.

Having a good vocabulary can be a self-esteem booster, plus it gives the impression to listeners that you are a young man who is serious about honing his craft into an art form of verbal communication. Talk is cheap, but expressing a message that gets things done is priceless.

Your mom has a special request for you young guys this upcoming Mother's Day, she wants you to learn how to be more kind. With all the rancor saturating our country these days, moms are becoming increasingly concerned about the lack of tenderness in their kids. Listen in and find out how to show a little kindness to your mom on "Kindness Sunday" without losing your manliness.

The more you know, the less you don't know. Well that's obvious, right?! Many teenage guys aren't taught basic life skills that can help them make life a little easier as they mature into adulthood. With that in mind, here are some helpful tips that can aid you in making a smoother transition into the next stage of life.

Do you have a good relationship with your brothers and sisters? If not, you might want to try a little harder because it has the potential of saving your future marriage and making you richer. Research shows that growing up with siblings has several advantages. We'll discuss some of the positives and explain why a strong bond is important as you grow older.

As the 29th overall pick in the first round of the 2020 NFL draft, Isaiah Terrell Wilson was poised to be a starter for the Tennessee Titans. What appeared to be a bright future for the 22 year old right tackle, turned into a grim horizon as poor choices led him down a path of uncertainty. While his future is now in doubt, there are some life lessons we can learn from this story whose end is yet t...

As part two of the Helpful Tips For You First Job Interview series, we discuss how to conduct yourself during an interview, what questions an interviewer might ask, what important questions you should ask, and how to follow up after the interview is over. Remember, your first goal is to convince someone you're worth hiring, your second goal is to prove them right!

Here are some tips to help you guys land that all important first job. We discuss resumes, grooming, proper dress, and general presentation tactics. Be on the lookout for the follow up episode that will cover interview practices, questions, and what to do after the interview.