Hidden Strength

Tanner Thomas
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Personal Journals
  • Updated Weekly

This podcast is about being a modern man — the kind who’s not afraid to look inside, ask hard questions, and lean on God in the process. It’s about healthy living, recovering from addiction, and being real about what that process is like. We're here to talk about things that matter: growth, addiction recovery, fatherhood, marriage, faith, fitness, failure, and hope.

Episodes

  1. 07/22/2025

    Episode 6. Tough, Not Numb: A New Masculinity

    What does it really mean to be tough today? In this episode of Hidden Strength, we challenge the outdated idea that toughness means silence, stoicism, and pushing through pain alone. Instead, we redefine modern masculinity through emotional resilience, vulnerability, and purpose-driven grit. From personal stories to cultural examples, this is a deep dive into what real strength looks like in the life of a modern man.

    33 min

  2. 06/27/2025

    Episode 5: Living in the Growth Zone

    In this episode of Hidden Strength, I sit down with my wife, Madi—a personal trainer and health coach who knows what it means to chase growth every day. Together, we dive into the idea of the “growth zone”—that space just beyond your comfort where real change happens. We talk about what it takes to challenge yourself mentally, emotionally, and physically, how to avoid getting stuck in routine, and why discomfort is often a sign you're on the right path. Madi shares personal insights from her own journey, and we get real about the mental blocks that make growth hard—but worth it.

    35 min

  3. 06/17/2025

    Episode 4: The Lie of All or Nothing

    In this episode of Hidden Strength, Tanner dives into the deceptive trap of the all-or-nothing mindset—the belief that if you can’t do something perfectly, it’s not worth doing at all. From personal stories to practical strategies, Tanner shares how this mindset fuels shame, kills progress, and keeps us stuck. If you’ve ever felt like you’re either “on” or completely “off,” this episode will help you find strength in the in-between and start embracing consistency over perfection.

    17 min

  4. 06/09/2025

    Episode 3: Strength From God

    In this episode of Hidden Strength, Tanner shares the personal journey of discovering God’s love during some of life’s hardest moments—from the heat and language barriers of a mission in Angola to the quiet struggle of not measuring up. If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling short or not enough, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone—and that God sees more in you than you often see in yourself.

    18 min

  5. 06/04/2025

    Episode 2: From Numb to New - Facing Pain Leads to Strength

    A couple months ago, I hit a wall. I was overwhelmed, unfocused, and emotionally disconnected—from my work, my family, and myself. In this episode, I share how numbing my stress through distractions like video games and YouTube only made things worse… and how a simple invitation to the gym from a new neighbor became the catalyst for real change. This is a raw and honest look at what it means to face discomfort, build momentum, and reconnect with what really matters. If you've ever felt stuck or like you're just trying to survive the day, this one’s for you.

    9 min

  6. 06/03/2025

    Episode 1: Introduction

    Hidden Strength — a personal journal podcast exploring what it means to be a modern man striving for faith, healing, and purpose. This is a space for honest reflection on topics like health, mental wellness, understanding and processing emotion, Christ-like living, addiction and recovery, and becoming someone you’re proud of — not through perfection, but through quiet resilience. If you’re looking for strength beneath the surface, you’re in the right place.

    3 min
  • 6 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
3 Ratings

About

This podcast is about being a modern man — the kind who’s not afraid to look inside, ask hard questions, and lean on God in the process. It’s about healthy living, recovering from addiction, and being real about what that process is like. We're here to talk about things that matter: growth, addiction recovery, fatherhood, marriage, faith, fitness, failure, and hope.

Information

  • Creator
    Tanner Thomas
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tanner Thomas
  • Show Website
    Hidden Strength