FORMIDABLE FAMILY MAN

In this conversation, Greg Denning and Ashton Buswell discuss the importance of prioritizing family time and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

They emphasize the need to make family time a priority and create special experiences with loved ones. They also discuss the importance of open communication with family members and the value of creating regular one-on-one time with each child.

Ashton shares his strategies for managing work and family time, including setting boundaries and being present in the moment.

They also discuss the importance of finding fulfillment and impact in work, rather than solely focusing on financial success.

Ashton Buswell shares his background and the core foundations that have shaped him, including moving around a lot, his faith, and his love for wrestling.

He emphasizes the importance of consistent effort over time and the value of meaningful connections with family members.

Ashton also discusses his training habits and rituals, including the importance of premium fuel and being okay with being hungry.

He shares strategies for balancing work and family, such as scheduling the most important things first and investing in experiences.

Overall, Ashton highlights the importance of being intentional and prioritizing what truly matters.

Takeaways:

• Consistent effort over time is key to success in all areas of life.
• Meaningful connections with family members are crucial for personal growth and happiness.
• Prioritize the most important things in life and schedule them first.
• Choose premium fuel for your body and be okay with being hungry.
• Invest in experiences and create lasting memories with loved ones.
• Make family time a priority and create special experiences with loved ones
• Communicate openly with family members and create regular one-on-one time with each child
• Set boundaries and be present in the moment to manage work and family time effectively
• Find fulfillment and impact in work, rather than solely focusing on financial success

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:11 The Power of Consistent Effort and Meaningful Connections

08:23 Training Habits and Rituals for Success

16:35 Balancing Work and Family: Prioritizing What Matters

26:50 Choosing Premium Fuel and Embracing Hunger

33:34 Investing in Experiences: Creating Lasting Memories

36:13 Prioritizing Family Time and Creating Special Experiences

39:13 Open Communication and One-on-One Time with Family Members

41:52 Managing Work and Family Time with Boundaries and Presence

50:35 Finding Fulfillment and Impact in Work

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In this episode of the Formidable Family Man podcast, Greg Denning emphasizes the importance of being a Formidable Family Man, focusing on family values, personal growth, and the expectations of wives.

He discusses the need for men to lead their families effectively, prioritize health and finances, and maintain strong emotional connections with their spouses and children.

The conversation encourages men to embrace their roles, celebrate their progress, and strive for continuous improvement in their family lives.

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Takeaways

• Being formidable is about earning respect and producing results.
• Family should always be the top priority for men.
• Wives often wish their husbands would lead more effectively.
• Emotional connection is crucial for a healthy marriage.
• Men should actively engage with their children and their interests.
• Financial stability is an important aspect of family leadership.
• Men need to be aware of their impact on family dynamics.
• Celebrating progress is essential for motivation and growth.
• Coaching and community support can help men improve.
• Pain can be transformed into power for personal development.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to the Formidable Family Man Podcast

03:01

The Essence of Being Formidable

06:07

Understanding Wives' Expectations

11:45

Leading from the Front: The Role of a Husband

18:10

The Triple Trifecta: Fitness, Family, and Finances

24:01

Celebrating Progress and Embracing Change

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Summary

In this episode of the Be The Man podcast, host Greg Denning interviews parenting expert Sean Donahue. They discuss the challenges and joys of parenting, as well as the importance of being present and connected with your children. They also touch on the impact of screens on children and offer strategies for building trust and maintaining a strong relationship with your kids. The conversation highlights the need for parents to adapt to their children's interests and to avoid imposing their own expectations on them. The conversation explores the importance of parenting and provides actionable tips for being a better dad. The main theme is the need for parents to connect with their children on an emotional level and speak to their hearts. The concept of the 'heart talk' is introduced as a powerful tool for effective communication and discipline. The conversation also touches on the dangers of parenting in fear and the importance of allowing children to pursue their own interests and dreams.

Takeaways

• Parent the child you have, not the child you want
• Screens are a major challenge for parents and require proactive strategies
• Building trust and maintaining a strong relationship with your kids is crucial
• Adapt to your children's interests and avoid imposing your own expectations on them Parenting is about connecting with your child's heart and speaking to their emotions.
• The 'heart talk' is a powerful tool for effective communication and discipline.
• Punishments and lectures are often ineffective in changing behavior; connecting with the child's heart is more impactful.
• Parenting in fear can hinder a child's growth and independence.
• Allowing children to pursue their own interests and dreams is important for their development.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Background

03:48

Starting a Business and Overcoming Challenges

08:37

The Obstacles of Screens and Strategies for Parents

11:04

Parenting the Child You Have

15:20

Creating Excitement and Engagement in Family Life

21:28

The Impact of Screens on Children

23:55

Mistakes and Misunderstandings in Parenting

29:23

The Importance of Having Fun and Exercising

30:22

Allowing Children to Work at Their Own Pace

31:51

Parenting in Fear vs Parenting in Wisdom

33:38

Moving Away from a Screen-Based Childhood

35:30

Setting Boundaries for Technology Use

38:49

Encouraging Children to Pursue Their Dreams

50:08

The Power of the 'Heart Talk'

54:43

The Ineffectiveness of Lectures and Punishments

58:04

The Importance of Fatherhood

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Summary

In this episode, Greg Denning addresses a question from a wife who wants to know how to get her husband more interested in spending time with the family. Greg emphasizes the importance of being present and engaged with your spouse and children, rather than being distracted by devices or other activities. He encourages men to create a family lifestyle that they genuinely enjoy and find ways to bond with their family through shared interests and activities. Greg also highlights the negative impact of video games and the need for men to take ownership of their role as leaders in the family.

Takeaways

• Be present and engaged with your spouse and children
• Create a family lifestyle that you genuinely enjoy
• Find ways to bond with your family through shared interests and activities
• Be aware of the negative impact of video games
• Take ownership of your role as a leader in the family

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Importance of the Question

07:03

The Need for Presence and Engagement

13:24

The Negative Impact of Video Games

19:18

Bonding Through Shared Interests and Activities

24:58

Taking Ownership as a Family Leader

29:39

The Distraction of Video Games

36:44

Conclusion and Call to Action

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Every one of us has the opportunity (and responsibility) to recreate ourselves from time to time, so that we can become the very best version of ourselves.

Change isn't always easy.

Sometimes it's insanely difficult and feels impossible.

Today's guest, former Green Beret Luke Dill, shares his story of having a life-altering experience with God while working in the Middle East.

Listen now to find out what happened and what he did about it, and most importantly, what that can mean for you and me and our journey to becoming our best selves.

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Summary

Luke Dill, a former Green Beret, shares his journey from a life of anger and selfishness to a life of purpose and service. After a transformative experience in the military, Luke felt called to change his ways and pursue a life centered around God. He had to make conscious efforts to redirect his thoughts and change his habits, which was challenging but necessary for his personal growth. Luke also discusses the difference between regular infantry and special forces, highlighting the importance of training, preparation, and a different mindset. He emphasizes the need to honor and forgive others, even in the face of conflict. In this conversation, Luke and Greg discuss the importance of being a protector and provider as a husband and father. They emphasize the need for psychological and emotional preparation in order to fulfill these roles effectively. Luke shares his experience of being in the military and how it impacted his perspective on family and prioritizing time with loved ones. They also discuss the importance of self-care and personal growth in order to be a dependable and reliable presence for family members. Luke talks about his business, Sojourner Fieldcraft, which focuses on teaching bushcraft and survival skills to help individuals grow closer together and develop confidence. They highlight the transformative power of these skills and the importance of being useful and prepared in all areas of life.

Takeaways

• Transformation is possible when we make a conscious effort to redirect our thoughts and change our habits.
• The difference between regular infantry and special forces lies in training, preparation, and mindset.
• Honor and forgiveness are essential, even in the face of conflict.
• Having a heart at peace while being prepared to protect and fight if necessary is possible. Psychological and emotional preparation is essential for fulfilling the roles of a protector and provider as a husband and father.
• Prioritizing time with family and being present for them is crucial for building strong relationships.
• Self-care and personal growth are important for being a dependable and reliable presence for family members.
• Learning bushcraft and survival skills can be transformative and help individuals grow closer together.
• Being useful and prepared in all areas of life is a key aspect of being a protector and provider.

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If you are married....

If you have children....

Then you'll want to carefully consider this message.

The moment we married our wives, we as husbands automatically made certain promises that she has every right to require of us.

The moment a child takes it first breath, we as fathers automatically made certain promises that he/she has every right to expect from us.

But how to fulfill such HUGE commitments?

That's in this episode too.

Be The Man

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When you're ready to join a brotherhood of seriously awesome men who are committed to being great husbands and fathers, schedule a consultation call.

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Is it possible for good dads to stay FIT, be fully PRESENT for your kids, and still crush it in the workplace?

Absolutely!

Nate Feathers and I share experiences, stories, tactics, systems and strategies of how we are showing up as dedicated dads and getting the results that matter.

Learn how to get more done in less time, where to fit in work and workouts, how to be fully engaged, and how to win in business as well.

Nate has 6 children from 19 to 6 weeks, and I have 7 children from 21 to 7, so we have a lot of experienced gained from our failures and our successes.

Listen to this episode today, but only if you want to be an awesome dad.

You can connect with Nate on Instagram @dads_dont_babysit

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Raising daughters is challenging and amazing!

Girls are physiologically different, they think differently, act differently, react differently, and have very unique needs.

They DESPERATELY need dads who are deeply involved and fully engaged in their lives; dads who hear them, see them, understand them and SUPPORT them.

Remember, girls are little women and need to be respected and treated as such.

There are some serious do's and don'ts with daughters.

Your daughters entire paradigm about men, marriage, and life will be influenced and probably determined by their observation and relationship with you.

In today's episode I speak with my two oldest daughters about their experience with me and insights they have for other dads.

If you like this episode, leave a review and share it with friends, family and colleagues.

For more systems and strategies to be a world class dad, download the Be The Man app now.

If you're ready to totally level up and commit to become the best version of yourself, schedule a call to join the Be The Man Masterclass & Tribe.

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Men like —and sometimes LOVE —certain things. Fast cars, big trucks, off road vehicles, guns, knives, boats, motorcycles, toys, sports, politics, religion, fitness, adventure, entertainment, movies, etc. While all of those things can be valuable and beneficial, they can each become a destructive force in family life, if not diligently kept within specific boundaries.Unfortunately, most men don’t have or don’t enforce the boundaries to prevent the wreckage.In this episode, I walk through how I evaluate if the things I like are helping or hurting me as a husband, father, and businessman, and how they affect my family and our family legacy. Listen to this episode today to learn how to keep first things first and live a life you love as your best self.For more tips, tactics, and tools to become a formidable family man, take the Be The Family Man challenge.Looking for a community of great men? Join our community of solid family men.Schedule an enrollment call today.call.FormidableFamilyMan.com

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You already know that men and women are different, but I bet you didn't know about the mind-blowing stuff we discuss in this episode!

Especially how men and women handle stress differently, what happens to their bodies and what each of us MUST do to be in our best health.

Best selling author Dr Patrick Flynn unlocks the biology, biochemistry, and physiology of our wives and daughters in this episode and boldly points out what we men need to be doing to help the women in our lives, ESPECIALLY because it's going against current cultural trends.

If we are going to have happy, healthy marriages and raise amazing daughters, we have to understand the significant biological differences between men and women.

Listen to this episode right now to understand yourself and your wife better.

https://drpatrickflynn.com

Instagram: @drpatrickflynn

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