Send us a text For years, I’ve watched good men settle into a life that looks “fine” on the outside—career, family, responsibilities handled—yet something’s missing. In this episode, I sit down with my friend David Dorman to talk about risk and reward for men, and why so many of us stop short of our full potential. We start with a simple question: what risks are actually worth taking in everyday life, not for ego, but for meaning? We get into the real tension men live with: we’re great with instructions, systems, and “filling the squares,” but we struggle with the inner work—purpose, emotional honesty, and relational investment. We talk about distractions, complacency, and the gap so many couples feel: men asking “tell me what to do,” while the feminine side often feels “you should know.” And we go straight to the point—sometimes the riskiest thing isn’t climbing a skyscraper… it’s doing the right thing, getting accountable, and facing what you’ve been avoiding. If you’re a man who feels stuck, drifting, or quietly unfulfilled, this conversation is for you. The goal isn’t just adding years to your life—it’s adding real life to your years. Take one step today: examine your life, invest where it matters, and stop waiting until everything is on the line to become the man you were made to be. Chapters: 00:00 - Why “Crazy Risk” Isn’t Inspiring 04:05 - Men, Instructions, and Where We Go Rogue 06:05 - Distractions, Complacency, and the Drift 07:34 - “Filling the Squares” vs. Full Potential 10:50 - The 5 Pillars: Thought, Physical, Emotional, Relationships, Lies 15:10 - The Risk of Starting Before You “Figure It Out” 16:40 - Trauma, False Identity, and Why Men Stay Stuck 20:32 - Divorce, Rejection, and the Shortcut to Destruction 24:10 - The Negative Reward: A Long Life of Average and Unfulfilled Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on: - Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age. - Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress. - Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships. - Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections. - Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook. Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third! Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)
