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Dr. Mario Torres Leon discusses the importance of emotional connection and communication in relationships. He highlights the challenges that men face in expressing their emotions and the impact it has on their relationships. Dr. Mario emphasizes the need for men to develop a language for feelings and emotions to create a deeper connection with their partners. He also shares personal experiences and stories to illustrate the importance of vulnerability and emotional awareness in building strong relationships. Dr. Mario Torres-Leon discusses the importance of acknowledging and addressing the underlying issues in relationships. He emphasizes the need for men to have open conversations about their emotions and vulnerabilities, as this can lead to personal growth and stronger connections with their partners. Becoming untriggerable, or being present and fully engaged with one's emotions, is a key aspect of this process. Dr. Torres-Leon also highlights the significance of language and the impact it has on the brain, as well as the importance of recognizing and understanding the physical sensations associated with emotions.

Takeaways

✅ Men often struggle with expressing their emotions and connecting with their partners on an emotional level.
✅ Developing a language for feelings and emotions is crucial for men to deepen their connection with their partners.
✅ Vulnerability and emotional awareness are essential for building strong and fulfilling relationships.
✅ Becoming untriggerable allows individuals to be fully present and engaged with their emotions.
✅ Language plays a significant role in shaping our thoughts and experiences.
✅ Recognizing and understanding the physical sensations associated with emotions is important for self-awareness and emotional well-being.

Timeline
02:53 The Importance of Emotional Connection
08:42 Challenges in Expressing Emotions
11:32 The Limitations of Traditional Self-Growth Methods
21:20 The Consequences of Emotional Disconnection
26:38 The Power of Vulnerability
28:45 The Importance of Open Communication and Emotional Vulnerability
31:55 Becoming 'Untriggerable' for Personal Growth and Relationship Improvement
35:27 The Connection Between Language, Emotions, and the Brain
50:32 The Importance of Body Mapping in Understanding and Expressing Emotions

Curt Storing, founder of Dad Work, shares his journey of personal growth and transformation as a father and husband. He started Dad Work because he realized he was an awful dad and husband and wanted to change. Through self-awareness, meditation, and men's work, he was able to heal his past wounds and become a better father and husband. The biggest mistake he sees men making in their marriage and fatherhood is not taking on the role of a leader. Men need to lead emotionally, spiritually, relationally, and communicatively in order to create fulfilling family lives. In this conversation, Curt and Joel discuss the importance of leadership in relationships and the challenges of being imperfect. Curt shares his personal struggle with perfectionism and the need to appear perfect, which has impacted his relationships with his family. He also talks about his current focus on embracing his imperfections and learning to prioritize others over himself. The conversation then shifts to Curt's decision to step away from his successful business, Dad Work, and his journey of surrender and faith. Curt shares his new projects, including Truth Journals and Proclaim Podcasting.



Takeaways



✅ Self-awareness is key to personal growth and transformation as a father and husband.

✅ Men need to take on the role of a leader in their marriage and family, leading emotionally, spiritually, relationally, and communicatively.

✅ Men's work and community support are crucial for healing past wounds and developing emotional intelligence.

✅ Hard work, self-reflection, and continuous learning are necessary for personal growth as a father and husband. Leadership is essential in building trust, communication, connection, and intimacy in relationships.

✅ Embracing imperfections and prioritizing others over oneself is crucial for personal growth and healthy relationships.

✅ Surrendering to God's plan and trusting in His faithfulness can lead to unexpected blessings and personal transformation.

✅ Curt's new projects include Truth Journals and Proclaim Podcasting, where he helps others with journaling and podcast editing.

Timeline

01:18 The Motivation Behind Dad Work

08:27 The Power of Men's Work and Community

14:07 The Transformational Power of Going All In

21:21 The Importance of Leadership in Family Life

22:22 The Challenge of Emotional Intelligence and Communication

22:49 The Role of Leadership in Relationships

24:00 The Challenge of Surrendering to God's Plan

26:02 Healing Toxic Performance Identities

42:49 Curt's Current Projects: Truth Journals and Proclaim Podcasting

"My definition of leadership is influence."



In this conversation, Joel Evan interviews Al Herrera, a leadership coach and identity expert. Al shares his journey from being a criminal indicted on federal crimes to becoming a top leadership coach. They discuss the importance of energy, truth, and connection in leadership. Al emphasizes the significance of self-talk and identity in overcoming challenges and becoming a leader. They also touch on the misconceptions about leadership and the importance of self-mastery, adding value to others, and seeking feedback. In this conversation, Al Herrera and Joel Evan discuss the importance of personal growth and leadership in both professional and personal life. They emphasize the need for feedback and accountability, as well as the power of forgiveness and receiving. Al shares his unconventional advice of forgiving others and the impact it can have on personal growth. They also discuss the significance of being a leader in the family and the importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Al shares his rituals of working out, prayer, and gratitude.



Takeaways



✅ Leadership is about influence, not just having a title.

✅ Self-talk and identity play a crucial role in overcoming challenges and becoming a leader.

✅ Feedback and accountability are crucial for growth and development.

✅ Forgiveness is a powerful tool for personal growth and freedom.

✅ Being a leader in the family is just as important as being a leader in an organization.

✅ Self-awareness and emotional intelligence are key to effective leadership.

✅ Rituals such as working out, prayer, and gratitude can enhance personal well-being and growth.



Timeline

06:37 The Power of Energy, Truth, and Connection in Leadership

26:14 The Importance of Seeking Feedback for Personal Growth and Leadership

42:25 Projects and Initiatives for Personal and Professional Development

50:18 Recommended Books for Personal Growth and Leadership

"A true warrior is not one that fights, but walks into their own battle."
Arthur Levitan, a Taoist master, shares his journey from pursuing the American dream of wealth and success to finding fulfillment in Taoism. He emphasizes the importance of embracing the principles of nature and the permanence of principles over values. He discusses the need to adapt and run towards crises rather than avoiding them, as well as the role of humility in overcoming challenges. Levitan also highlights the Dao De Ching as a manual for warriors, emphasizing the importance of monitoring the mind. In this conversation, Arthur Levitan discusses the qualities of a true warrior and the importance of self-reflection. He emphasizes the need to walk into one's own battles and not run away from them. Levitan also highlights the significance of seeing oneself and the world clearly, as well as finding one's place in the world. He explains that many high-level executives and successful individuals may be lacking in certain areas of their lives because they have focused solely on their careers. Levitan advises going all in and committing fully to a goal or endeavor, as half-hearted efforts lead to hesitation and lack of success. He also stresses the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people during a crisis and not judging others. Finally, Levitan shares his exciting projects, including a platform for people in sobriety and a book on training AI systems to promote spiritual awakening.



Takeaways



✅ The American dream of wealth and success does not guarantee happiness and fulfillment.

✅ Embracing the principles of nature and permanence is essential for personal growth and success.

✅ Running towards crises and accepting them as part of life allows for adaptation and resilience.

✅ The Dao De Ching serves as a manual for warriors, emphasizing the importance of monitoring the mind. A true warrior walks into their own battles and does not run away from them.

✅ Many high-level executives may be successful in their careers but lack fulfillment in other areas of their lives.

✅ Going all in and committing fully to a goal or endeavor leads to greater success.

✅ During a crisis, it is important to surround oneself with the right people who can provide support and guidance.

✅ Engaging in practices like Qigong can help recharge and energize the body and mind.



Timeline

13:51 The Dao De Ching: A Manual for Warriors

35:08 The Mind of a Warrior

41:44 Challenges Faced by High-Level Executives

51:21 The Power of Community in Times of Crisis

In this conversation, Dr. Kim D'Auramo discusses the importance of connecting with the truth of our physical symptoms and the messages our bodies are sending us. She emphasizes the need to be present and listen to our bodies, rather than suppressing or overriding the symptoms. Dr. D'Auramo also highlights the role of emotions in healing and suggests softening the body and allowing the energy of emotions to move through. She shares that chronic diseases and symptoms can often be a result of disconnection and self-suppression. The conversation also touches on the power of tapping (EFT) in shifting brainwave states and allowing new information and awareness to come in. In this conversation, Joel and Kim discuss the importance of surrender and acceptance in healing and personal growth. They highlight the connection between physical symptoms and belief systems, and how addressing the core issues can lead to overall improvement in various areas of life. Kim introduces her year-long program that focuses on shifting the brain and expanding one's concept of self to access greater creative power. They emphasize the power of honest communication and vulnerability in relationships. The conversation concludes with information about Kim's upcoming workshop and where to find more information about her work.



Takeaways



✅ Connect with the truth of your physical symptoms and listen to the messages your body is sending you.

✅ Softening the body and allowing the energy of emotions to move through can facilitate deep healing.

✅ Chronic diseases and symptoms can be a result of disconnection and self-suppression.

✅ Tapping (EFT) can shift brainwave states and allow new information and awareness to come in. Surrender and acceptance are key in healing and personal growth.

✅ Kim's upcoming workshop provides an introduction to her work and the opportunity to experience exercises and guided journeys.



Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Recap

09:21 Understanding Disconnection and Self-Suppression

16:37 Tapping into Deep Healing with Emotional Freedom Technique

41:23 The Universal Roots of Disconnection

Mahwish Syed is a visionary at the intersection of health, healing, and the transformative power of design. At the forefront of New York City design for over two decades, she has orchestrated beauty through unveiling spaces that transcend aesthetics to nourish the soul and promote a healthy environment.

She is an esteemed fashion and interior designer, bestselling author, and cancer survivor. In her acclaimed book, Purgatory to Paradise, she unveils the profound influence of beauty as a healing force. She passionately explores how our surroundings shape our well-being.

3 Healing Essentials for Every Home

ClaimYourParadise.com

IG @mahwish_syed_designs

Purgatory to Paradise Book



Takeaways



✅ Creating healthy homes involves addressing factors like junk light, EMFs, and mold that can impact our health and well-being.

✅ Cancer is not the villain, but a symptom of imbalance in one's life, and individuals have the agency to create their own healing journey.

✅ Myths and storytelling have deep wisdom and can guide us in understanding ourselves and the world around us.

✅ Embracing uncertainty allows us to explore the unknown and discover new possibilities for growth and transformation.

✅ Using rituals of reverence, such as creating a beautiful ambiance during meals, can bring us back into the present moment and promote digestion.

✅ Our environment, including the lighting, can influence our nervous system and overall health.

✅ Junk light, such as the wrong type of artificial lighting, can have detrimental effects on our health.

✅ She is involved in hospital design and aims to create spaces that promote healing and dignity for patients.



Timeline

00:00 Introduction and Background in Home Design

06:17 Finding Clarity and Purpose through Cancer

24:02 Practical Aspects of Creating a Healthy Home

34:59 The Detrimental Effects of Junk Light

44:00 Making Beauty and Healing Accessible to All