Ep 25: Tools of the Trade w/ Jeff Van Atta

What is a tool: a device that adds in accomplishing a task.  Or something used in performing an operation or necessary in the practice of a vocation such as a scholars books are his tools. Humans are the only creature who uses tools to create tools. Its important to have the right tools for the job.   But how do you know the right tools to have? How do we develop new tools? What tools can we use to help us grow? Do the old tools you have serve you anymore? Which tools do you need to maintain, and which ones can you get rid of? What tools has God given you?  Are you willing to be the tool in Gods Hand? Pinewood Derby Car video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8qJergiS8A BBC Video of monkeys using tools: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzIYaZk9s-o --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Mar 19
09 min
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Ep 175: How Great Men Grieve

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Men’s Alliance

Johanna Stamps, a licensed grief counselor, talks about how we have to acknowledge grief and mourn in order to continue to move towards God’s vision for our life.  Many items can be lost such as a job, pets, friendships, and marriages.  As men, we need to take time and space to let our brain catch up to the event that has happened. Johanna shares her 7 steps included below and talks about the power of writing a closure letter on the grief you are going through. How to connect with Johanna:johannastamps.com804 944 [email protected] Men’s Alliance | How Great Men Grieve “If you loved it, and lost it, then grieve it” Grief is like an epic hike through a desolate land. 7 Steps of the Journey: 1. TRAILHEAD: AT THE BEGINNING OF THE JOURNEY a. Set the intention to heal, to integrate b. Look for a sign you are grieving: Cognitive, Affective, Physical, Spiritual c. You ONLY work where grief is coming up, that’s the beginning d. Feel the pain (No pain, No gain)... It brings healing 2. LOOK AT THE MAP (Pssst... it’s a magical map) a. The magical map only appears as you walk forward in your grief b. It’s completely unique to you (circumstance, personality, etc.) c. Dispel misconceptions (don’t look for stages) 3. BEGIN WALKING a. Small doses as it comes up b. One thing at a time c. We cannot grieve all at one time. We wouldn’t be able to take it! d. Be creative... example: recognizing important dates (or your body will tell you) 4. GATHER WITH OTHERS - DON’T GRIEVE IN ISOLATION a. Grieving is internal - Mourning is your external or public experience of grief b. ESSENTIAL - speak about the experience of the loss, memories, etc. c. Moves from the head to the heart (READ THIS AGAIN!!!) d. Look for the 1⁄3 who are good with grief (most likely someone who has dealt with their own grief) 5. STOP FOR REST a. Sustenance for your epic journey b. Maybe learn to rest for the first time 6. EXERCISE JOY AND PAIN MUSCLE a. Like any normal ruck or hike there is joy with the pain b. Practice this often when you are grieving 7. GET TO THE LOOKOUT a. Reflect on how far you have come (when you look at the loss with less pain) b. See parts of yourself that are becoming whole again - integrating the loss c. This is OFTEN understanding who you are (e.g. identity) Sponsor: Tom 'Doc' Love CFP®, CRPC®, CRPS® [email protected] Craig Heah. [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.themainstreetgroup.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

May 02
1 hr 21 min
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Ep 75: I Will Finish Strong w/ Ray Wageman

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Men’s Alliance

Don't focus on short term results, keep your eyes on the long term results. You need to train yourself to think differently for the long term, than the short term.  We all fail, but that doesn't mean its over Remember your past failures do not define you. Finish Strong! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Mar 04
07 min
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Understand Your First Amendment Rights as Christians | Tyson Langhofer - Alliance Defending Freedom

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Men’s Alliance

Tyson breaks down what’s happening across K–12 schools, college campuses, and even workplaces — where speech, faith, and basic reality are being pressured, chilled, or outright censored. We talk about how these conflicts actually start (often not “top-down”), why the loud minority can steer policy, and how dads can lead with wisdom, courage, and truth.You’ll also hear practical ways to engage without rage, how to train yourself to speak with clarity (1 Peter 3:15), and why showing up matters: “Uniformity of thought breeds intolerance of disagreement.”If you’re a father, a teacher, a student, or a man trying to stay faithful in a shifting culture — this one’s for you.Follow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Explore Battlefield Coaching today and find yourself a Coach with experience overcoming a battle you are currently facing - https://battlefieldcoaching.comOrder the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV

Jan 08
1 hr 07 min
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Ep 122: Adversity

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Men’s Alliance

As our November monthly memory verse says: "I have told you these things so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world" - John 16:33.  This week Joseph 'Iron' Willis is back on the podcast, talking about adversity that he has experienced in his life.  Iron discusses how he has faced adversity before and how his recent situation compares.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Mar 02
44 min
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Purpose in the Pain ft. Bridge'r

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Men’s Alliance

Explore Battlefield Coaching today and find yourself a Coach with experience overcoming a battle you are currently facing - https://battlefieldcoaching.comJoin us for a raw, powerful conversation with Bridge'r as he reveals how a life of success and achievement masked deep anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and depression. From his first debilitating panic attack to witnessing a friend’s sudden death, Bridge'r shares how faith, brotherhood, and wrestling with purpose turned his darkest moments into a calling—now empowering men through “battlefield coaching.”Get ready to hear: • What really caused Bridge'r’s mental breakdown • Why success, accolades & busyness can destroy your soul • The moment God told him, “It’s time to coach men like you” • How he rebuilt life through trauma training & pure faith • His mission: faith-based, trauma-informed support tailored for menIf you’re feeling burnt out, anxious, or lost, this is for you. Purpose doesn’t come despite pain—it comes through it.Follow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV

Jun 19
1 hr 08 min
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