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Shaun O'Gorman is a former Australian police officer who struggled with PTSD, suicidal tendencies, and unhealthy behaviors before taking control of his life.

I encourage you to subscribe The Strong Life Project podcast.  It is one of my daily listens!

Shaun also has a free video series called Strong Foundations For A Strong Life which walks you through 6 key foundations that will give you the energy and focus to do the work to create an amazing life.  Registration is on his website at http://www.thestronglifeproject.com

His book, “My Dark Companion,” shares his journey from his darkest days to the life he’s living today – one filled with positive relationships, vital health, and a purposeful career.  This book is not just a story, it is filled with lessons on how to live a great life.

http://www.thestronglifeproject.com/books/

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One of the responses I received from the community is to give examples of specific scenarios and what to do about them.
 
This episode breaks down a scenario between a couple experiencing extreme stress and helps you remain focused on where you have control:

What is within your control?
You!
- Your thoughts
- Your behaviors
- Your emotions

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James Golden participated in the group conversation from episode 3. He is married with 3 kids and 2 stepkids, and resides in Heath, OH. (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428749983992884/user/1056003421/)

The Goalden Collective (Facebook group and YouTube channel) is dedicated to goal-oriented, high-performers that live by the Golden Rule. (https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegoaldencollective)

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The key concepts of behavior modification are:

-adding or subtracting

-reinforcement or punishment

The most effective is positive reinforcement.

Additional commentary:

-Don't hit kids. It's ineffective and counterproductive

-Catch your kids being good

-Reward good behavior

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Matt Storm shares his experience as a child of divorce.  He talks about his male role models and the power of being a role model for others.  He also touches on understanding what you bring into a relationship - the good and the challenges.  You can call it baggage.  It’s your life experiences and you become a better partner, parent, and role model when you are willing to take a critical look at yourself and work to reinforce good attributes while relearning counterproductive behaviors.

Matt is very active on Clubhouse where he created a group called “Are you man enough?” as space to discuss issues related to being a great man.

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Mental health, self-awareness, and accountability are not meant to restrict how you think and feel.
Deliberately processing your thoughts and feelings leads to mental toughness, resilience, and optimal performance.

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Champion Stepdad is founded on empathy and accountability.

But the catalyst is performance psychology.

High-pressure environments with consequences for performance require strong mental skills.

Skills to propel your performance from good to great.

Elite level performance.

Optimal performance in every area of your life.

Challenging you to become an elite-level stepdad.

A Champion Stepdad!

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What does it mean to be triggered?

Champion Stepdad Facebook Group
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Join the group and build your band of brothers!

Host: Neil Wattier
16-year stepdad
Resilience trainer and Performance Consultant

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mentalcoachneil
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilwattier/
Instagram: @mentalcoachneil (https://www.instagram.com/mentalcoachneil)

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Our role as stepdad is to be a father figure and mentor.

The goal is to help raise and influence children to be productive adults.

If you are focused primarily on how to get your children to obey your rules and standards, you will miss opportunities to teach them skills.

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Nicola Graham shares her experience blending a family and her expertise as a Trauma Aware Parent Coach.
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Mike Higgins was raised by a stepdad and is now part of a blended family. He contributes to the Front Row Dads community.
Instagram @m1kehiggins; Clubhouse @mikehiggins