There is no curriculum or book study at Men’s Alliance. We share and discuss real-world devotions that are relevant to our lives, our struggles, and to who we aspire to be. Find a Tribe near you: https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/tribes --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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
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Divorce is one of the hardest things a man can go through, and while no Christian man wants a divorce, it can happen to us against our will. Listen as three tribesmen share their journey of going through divorce and learning to heal. Books Mentioned: Emotionally Healthy Spirituality- Peter Scazzero The Me I Want to Be - John Ortberg Letting Go - David Hawkins 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
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In the journey of fatherhood, a successful connection with children cannot be solely about structured family devotions or following rigid guidelines. Instead, it requires a holistic approach that emphasizes genuine connection and vulnerability. This episode features Mark Hancock, CEO of Trail Life USA, highlighting the importance of presence and emotional intelligence in being the father that children need. Successful fatherhood transcends mere rituals; it's about genuine connection, vulnerability, and emotional awareness. By recognizing the significance of their presence and modeling emotional intelligence, fathers can cultivate rich relationships with their children that foster trust and open communication. Ultimately, they can ensure that their legacy is not just one of duty but of heartfelt connection and spiritual growth. Watch this Episode on YouTube! - https://youtu.be/k6yTNLM5DCM Check out Mark's Books & Trail Life: Why Are We Sitting Here Until We Die? - https://amzn.to/41B9ZlX Trail-Ready: 101 Devotions for Dads with Boys - https://amzn.to/3ZKz5Mq Trail Life USA - https://www.traillifeusa.com/ Register for the Men's Alliance National Rally! https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rally Follow Men's Alliance Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribe Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribe Website - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/ Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV --- Support this podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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Are you still watching church from your living room each Sunday? If you haven't taken your family back to church in person yet, then it's way overdue for you to put your spiritual leader pants on and lead your family back to church. Because it's not a matter of whether you can worship God from your living room, it's a matter of whether you can encourage other Christians from there? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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In this thought-provoking episode of the Men’s Alliance podcast, author Martin Johnson (The Atheist Survival Guide: 35 Ways to Combat Religious Intolerance) joins the conversation to tackle big questions about faith, atheism, societal polarization, and masculinity. Martin shares his insights on the politicization of religion, misconceptions about atheists, and how belief systems shape our world. The dialogue gets real as they debate the existence of God, explore who Jesus truly was, and unpack the challenges of breaking stereotypes—especially around men’s groups like Men’s Alliance. With a focus on respectful dialogue and bridging divides, this episode dives deep into finding common ground in a world full of differences. Sponsor - Main Street Group - https://www.themainstreetgroup.com/tom-love/ Tom is a fee-only, fiduciary. He must put clients’ interest before his own and receives no commissions. Let Tom know you heard of him through Men's Alliance, and he will donate the first year of fees to Men's Alliance. Register for the Men's Alliance National Rally! https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rally Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/79eRM0fpbYQ Follow Men's Alliance Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribe Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribe Website - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/ Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV --- Support this podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support
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