Summary

Stapler shares his journey with F3 Omaha, starting with his first workout and how he got the nickname 'Stapler'. He talks about his weight loss journey and the importance of consistency and modifying workouts. Stapler emphasizes the value of the second F (fellowship) aspect of F3, including attending coffee and participating in social events. He discusses the importance of inclusivity and creating opportunities for others to join in. Stapler also shares his perspective on relationships and treating others with respect and kindness. Stapler shares his experience as a divorced dad and how F3 has helped him with his mental health. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and open communication within the F3 community. Stapler also discusses his journey with faith and the role of prayer in his life. As a former Site Q, he suggests considering shorter terms for Site Qs to allow for more opportunities and fresh leadership. He encourages consistency and mumble chatter as ways to support and connect with others. Stapler requests prayers for those who have been laid off and highlights the importance of visiting other sites and attending coffee to build relationships.

Takeaways

• Consistency is key in weight loss and fitness journey
• Modifying workouts is acceptable and encouraged
• The second F aspect of F3, including coffee and social events, is important for building relationships
• Inclusivity and creating opportunities for others to join in is crucial
• Treating others with respect and kindness is a core value Be vulnerable and open up to others in the F3 community
• Visit other F3 sites and attend coffee to build relationships
• Consider shorter terms for site Qs to allow for fresh leadership
• Pray for those who have been laid off and support them
• Focus on consistency and mumble chatter to connect with others

Sound Bites

• "I got the name stapler, um, you know, at the time I worked at Uline and, uh, everybody thought that that was more office related supplies, even though a little bit more, more industrial."
• "We just want to see you in the morning and we want to, uh, you know, you're going to better yourself, whether you're going, you know, a thousand times or you're, you know, doing it, uh, whatever you can do."
• "I think if you're consistent with what you're doing, you know, consistent with work."
• "Being vulnerable and being able to talk about that kind of stuff and what's on people's minds is key."
• "If you don't open up and share, some people are missing out on that opportunity to open up to guys that they hang out with every day."
• "Having a divorced dudes group is a great thing. It's another second F opportunity where you can vent and get support."

Chapters

00:00Stapler's First Workout and Getting the Nickname

05:15Building Relationships through Second F

11:14Inclusivity and Creating Opportunities

21:50Social Events and Tailgates

25:24Encouraging Others to Join F3

29:59Treating Others with Respect and Kindness

36:22The Benefits of Divorced Dudes Group and Second F

44:41The Role of a Site Q and Leadership

48:49Rethinking Site Q Terms for Fresh Leadership

55:45Supporting Those Who Have Been Laid Off