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Are you walking into 2026 with a real plan—or just hoping things work out? In this episode of Next Third Best Third, I’m challenging you to stop drifting and start leading your life with intention. Because the truth is simple: if you don’t have a strategy, the year can end up running you instead of you running it.

I’m going to show you how to build a personal vision and mission statement that isn’t rooted in your past—shame, regret, disappointment, or even “the good old days.” This isn’t about perfection. It’s about direction. We start with core values (your non-negotiables), because your identity and purpose are formed there. From that foundation, you create a vision (your target / true north) and a mission (the standard you live by—especially when no one’s watching).

We’ll talk about what legacy really is (hint: it’s not just money), why small decisions matter more than motivation, and how men get stuck—not because they’re weak, but because they slowly lose focus. If you’re ready to become the architect of your next third and build a legacy that outlives you, this is your next step. Subscribe, share this with a man you care about, and let me know what your core values are as you start writing your vision and mission.

Chapters:
00:03 — Entering 2026 With a Real Plan
01:01 — Build the Next 20 Years (Your Next Third)
01:53 — Vision Isn’t About Your Past
02:50 — “First Day of the Rest of Your Life”
04:59 — Legacy vs Inheritance (Impact That Spreads)
07:29 — The Eulogy Test: What Will Be Said?
12:41 — Vision vs Mission: Target + Standard
13:26 — Identity, Purpose, and Core Values
19:28 — Small Decisions Shape Your Future
21:13 — Men Drift: Busy, Capable, Disconnected

Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

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There was a moment in my early 60s when my world cracked open. My wife told me she was done, and I honestly never saw it coming. Overnight, my future looked unrecognizable, and I found myself raising my youngest daughter while carrying grief that most people never saw. In this episode, I share the real story behind why I started Next Third Best Third—because I know what it feels like to look at your life and ask, “Now what?”

What changed me wasn’t pretending I was fine. It was learning to be honest, vulnerable, and willing to do the hard work. I had men in my life who refused to let me isolate, who normalized grief, and who challenged me to get healthy. That support helped me see something I couldn’t see at first: nothing would be the same… but it could be better. That’s where the mantra was born—make the next third of your life the best third of your life—and it became my “true north” while everything else was spinning.

I also break down what I believe are five areas of decay that can quietly shrink a man’s life: cognitive (mental), physical, emotional, relationships, and spiritual. Aging is inevitable—and worth celebrating—but decay doesn’t have to be. If you’ve felt isolated, stuck, ashamed, or like your best days are behind you, I made this for you. Join the tribe and grab the free resources at nextthirdbestthird.com—and if this hits home, please like, subscribe, and share it with a man who needs hope.

Chapters:
00:00 The Next Third Can Be Your Best Third
00:18 Why Next Third Best Third Exists
00:45 My Story: 65 Years Old, 6 Kids, Life Turns
02:19 The Divorce I Never Saw Coming
03:00 Single Dad Season and Silent Grief
04:20 The Men Who Carried Me Through Grief
05:37 “Nothing Will Be the Same… But It Could Be Better”
07:34 The Danger of Male Isolation and Absentee Fathers
09:44 The Missing Rite of Passage Into Manhood
14:12 The 5 Areas of Decay Men Must Fight

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Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)

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Connect with Tyson and Jules: https://www.wedintowar.com/

In this episode of Next Third Best Third, I’m back in the studio with Jules and Tyson Morlet from Wed Into War to talk about conflict, communication, and what to do when the same issues keep resurfacing year after year. We go past theory and into real frameworks that help couples stop letting one unresolved area poison the entire home.

We unpack the “Compost Pile” concept—how to intentionally contain big, long-term conflicts like betrayal, addiction, trauma, and deep trust wounds so they don’t leak into every conversation, holiday, date night, and moment of intimacy. Some issues are ten-year issues, and trying to solve them everywhere all the time is exactly why couples stay stuck.

We also talk about the “third way” when it feels like your only options are staying miserable or getting divorced. If you’re listening without your spouse, we address what you can do to start change anyway. This episode is about ownership, language, tools, and building a marriage that actually transforms over time.

Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)

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Connect with Tyson and Jules: https://www.wedintowar.com/

Marriage can feel like it should be the finish line, but in this episode I sit down with Tyson and his wife Jules Morlet to tell the truth: for most couples, marriage is the beginning of the real work. We talk about the misconceptions that set people up for disappointment, why “happily ever after” collapses under pressure, and how conflict isn’t proof your marriage is failing — it’s often the invitation to become one. If you’ve ever thought, Why is this so hard if we’re meant to be together? you’re going to feel seen here.

We go deep on shame — what it does to a husband, what it does to a wife, and how it quietly turns two people into strangers behind a false image. Tyson and Jules share how their “origin story” framework helped them understand the fight for oneness, and how healing isn’t just about behavior modification — it’s about breaking fear, control, and generational patterns so your kids don’t inherit what you never confronted. We also get practical with one of the most helpful tools I’ve heard for communication: Sanctuary — a scheduled, agreed-upon hour each week to bring issues into the light so conflict doesn’t bleed into daily life.

If you want a better marriage, a healthier home, and a legacy that doesn’t repeat the same story, this conversation is for you. Get the tools, get the help, and don’t wait until it’s too late to be real. Tyson and Jules mention their work and resources (including Wed Into War and more) — and if this episode hits home, subscribe, like, and share, and drop a comment with the part that challenged you most. Let’s do the work so the next third of your life can be your best third.

Chapters:
00:00 Meet Tyson & Jules: Marriage, Kids, and Why This Matters
02:13 “We Finally Have Something to Say” After 16 Years
03:36 The Origin Story: Oneness, Genesis, and the Real Fight
05:18 The “Happily Ever After” Myth and Why It Breaks Couples
07:14 Trauma Meets Trauma: Legacy, Lineages, and Perspective
10:29 Naked Without Shame: The Problem Beneath the Problem
12:27 “We Never Fought” — Why Avoiding Conflict Is Dangerous
14:30 Conflict Can Be Necessary (But Not Constant)
16:55 Sanctuary: One Hour a Week to Fight on Purpose
23:07 Grace, Therapy, and Taking the Fig Leaves Off

Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)

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Connect with Ben:
Website: https://www.lovingonpurpose.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benserpell/?hl=en

In this episode of Next Third Best Third, I’m joined by my good friend Ben Serpell to dive into the ever-changing role of fathers. From the moment you become a dad, you’re thrust into the role of a “cop”—setting rules and boundaries to ensure peace. But as your kids grow, so must your approach. Ben shares his own journey from the cop stage to becoming a coach for his teens and, eventually, a consultant to his young adult children. This evolution not only reflects the growth of your kids but the deepening of your relationship with them. It’s not always easy, but it’s worth it.

We discuss how the challenges of fatherhood shift as your children grow, the importance of setting healthy boundaries early on, and the power of choosing connection over control. Ben opens up about the emotional journey of letting go, especially when your kids reach the point where they no longer need your advice but still value your input. As fathers, we can sometimes feel like failures, but we must remember that our humility and willingness to evolve play a crucial role in building trust and keeping those vital connections alive.

Whether you're parenting toddlers or navigating the tricky teen years, or even guiding adult children, this conversation offers insight into how you can continuously adapt to become the father your kids need at every stage of their lives. Join us as we explore fatherhood in all its complexities, offering practical advice and heartening stories to inspire fathers everywhere.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction: Fatherhood Journey
00:32 - Cop Stage: Setting Boundaries Early On
01:43 - Transitioning to the Coach Role: Guiding Teens
04:41 - The Consultant Stage: Giving Advice Only When Asked
07:06 - The Power of Offering Choices to Empower Kids
10:12 - The Importance of Emotional Connection and Trust
12:50 - Moving from Control to Collaboration: Letting Kids Lead
15:22 - How Fear Influences Parenting and How to Overcome It
18:45 - Fatherhood and Rejection: Handling Disconnection with Daughters
23:57 - Parenting with Humility: The Key to Building Strong Relationships

Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)

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Connect with Ben:
Website: https://www.lovingonpurpose.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benserpell/?hl=en

In this episode of Next Third Best Third, I sit down with my friend, minister, and husband and father, Ben Serpell from Sacramento, California. We unpack a struggle that so many men face but rarely name out loud: moving from being passive and disengaged to becoming powerful, present, and emotionally safe for the people we love most. Ben shares candidly about early marriage, kids, and how “checking out” at home felt easier than facing hard conversations with his wife and children.

Together, we talk about where passivity starts, why fear and self-protection masquerade as humility, and how anger is often just fear in disguise. We hit on fatherhood, marriage, emotional intelligence, and what it really means to provide — not just financially, but by creating safety, connection, and room for mistakes in our homes. We also dive into personality wiring, self-awareness tools like StrengthsFinder, and why learning to truly listen can change your marriage, your relationship with your kids, and your friendships.

We finish by talking about brotherhood, covenant friendships, and investing in your own health so that your life doesn’t stall out in the middle. Ben shares from his Dragon Slayers men’s group, I share from my own story of divorce, bankruptcy, and rebuilding, and we frame what it means to be a powerful, honorable man who brings wealth (not neediness) into every relationship. If you’re a man in your “next third” of life who’s tired of passivity, fear, and isolation, this conversation will challenge you to step into wholeness so your next third really can become your best third. If this resonates, hit like, drop a comment, subscribe, and share it with a man who needs this.

Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Next Third Best Third & introducing Ben
01:20 - Early marriage, young kids & how passivity sneaks in
03:24 - Bull rider story: brave in the arena, terrified at home
06:15 - Self-awareness, wiring & why our differences feel threatening
10:52 - When anger is actually fear (and how men shut down)
12:49 - Redefining “provider” as emotional safety, not just money
19:02 - Fear, failure, bankruptcy & trying to stay in control
20:01 - Becoming the best listener in the room (not the fixer)
26:03 - Dragon Slayers, brotherhood & covenant-minded men
34:32 - Investing in yourself so your next third is your best third

Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)

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Connect with Richie: http://globalawakening.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richieseltzer/?hl=en

In this episode of Next Third Best Third, I sit down again with my friend Richie Seltzer—evangelist, pastor, author, husband and dad—to talk about the kind of transformation that reaches all the way down into identity and family. Richie shares how he went from 18 felonies by age 16 and a broken home to a radical encounter with Jesus that completely reoriented his life, his sense of purpose, and eventually how he shows up as a father. If you’ve ever wrestled with father wounds, addiction, shame, or just the nagging feeling that you’re “too far gone,” this conversation is for you.

We dive into what it means to truly know God as Father, not just as a distant idea. Richie tells the story of singing worship over his unborn daughter, watching her recognize his voice the moment she was born, and how that became a living picture of how God looks at us: loved, chosen, and worth dying for before we can “do” anything for Him. We talk about living from love instead of fear, why so many of us grew up responding to religion instead of relationship, and what it does to a man when he realizes he starts every day with an A+ in God’s eyes.

Toward the end, Richie shares the gospel in a clear, compelling way and invites listeners to say “yes” to Jesus—right where they are. If you find yourself thinking, “I can’t do this on my own. I need help,” I’d love to hear from you. 

Email me at [email protected] or drop a comment below so we can follow up and walk with you. If this episode impacts you, please like, comment, subscribe, and share it with a friend who needs hope. This is how we make our next third truly our best third—by knowing we’re loved and walking it out together.

Chapters:

00:00 – Welcome Back to Next Third Best Third
00:48 – Richie’s Broken Childhood, Father Wounds & 18 Felonies
02:27 – Paint Crew Encounters & Meeting Radically Saved Coworkers
04:36 – Bridge Moment: Surrendering to Jesus & Finding Purpose
05:40 – Marriage, YWAM & the Shock of Surprise Pregnancy
07:10 – Singing Over the Womb & Inviting God’s Presence into Family
08:30 – Birth Story & A Father’s First Revelation of God’s Love
10:11 – Living from Love, Not Fear: You Start Every Day with an A+
14:39 – The Gospel Invitation: How to Be Born Again Today
18:46 – Motel Balcony Story: The Addicted Dad & the Father Who Redeems

Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)

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Connect with Richie: http://globalawakening.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richieseltzer/?hl=en

In this episode of Next Third Best Third, I sit down with my friend Richie Seltzer to talk about something most men underestimate: how your physical health shapes every area of your life. Richie is a traveling minister, communicator, husband, and dad who realized that ministry stress, travel, bad food, and lack of sleep were quietly taking him out—from the inside out. We talk honestly about the moment his wife grabbed a “back roll,” the conviction he felt from God, and how that wake-up call launched a radical fitness journey in his late 30s.

We dive deep into why fitness is about more than getting in shape for summer. Richie shares how lifting weights, dialing in his nutrition, and building consistent habits completely shifted his mental health, emotional stability, and spiritual clarity. We unpack things like visceral fat, VO2 max, zone 2 cardio, testosterone, and why strength training is one of the most powerful ways to fight aging, dementia, and burnout. We also talk about time, priorities, and the “attention economy”—and why most men aren’t actually too busy; they’re just not yet honest about what they value.

What I love most is the legacy and discipleship that flowed out of Richie’s decision to get healthy. From leading young men to Jesus in the gym sauna, to watching his wife and kids follow his example, you see how one decision to pick up dumbbells in his garage turned into a generational shift. If you’re a man in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond and you want more energy, more confidence, better leadership, and a stronger future, this episode is for you. If it helps you, do me a favor—like the video, subscribe to the channel, and drop a comment with one fitness step you’re committing to in your next third. And share this with a friend who needs a wake-up call.

Chapter:
00:00 – Welcome to Next Third Best Third & introducing Richie
01:39 – From Virginia football culture to ministry and slow weight gain
04:03 – The “back roll” wake-up call and realizing he was out of shape
06:18 – God says “get in shape” and starting with dumbbells in the garage
09:43 – How lifting and better nutrition changed his mood, mind & emotions
15:18 – Time, priorities & why isolation will kill a man
20:22 – Gym evangelism, discipling young men & the legacy effect on family
26:16 – Influence, respect, and why physical health opens doors with the next generation
28:01 – “I don’t have time to work out” and how to actually start
32:42 – VO2 max, zone 2 cardio, heavy lifting & fighting dementia and aging

Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)

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In this episode of Next Third Best Third, Taylor and I sit down with a live room full of men to talk about something every one of us is feeling but rarely naming: the battle for our attention. We unpack the idea of the attention economy—why information is unlimited but your attention is painfully finite—and why that makes your focus one of the most valuable currencies in your life. From mindless scrolling and short-form content to that weird out-of-body feeling when you’ve been on a screen too long, we get honest about how distraction is shaping our days, our minds, and our relationships.

I share a story from a meeting with Amazon where they told me flat-out, “We’re a data company,” and how that moment opened my eyes to how aggressively businesses are fighting for our focus. We talk about the wellness industry boom, float tanks, supplements, and how men are spending billions trying to feel better while still feeling stuck. Taylor and I both get vulnerable about wasting time, numbing out with our phones, missing goals, and even distracting ourselves from deeper pain. Then we bring it back to the five pillars of Next Third Best Third—thought life, physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, and the lies we believe about ourselves—and how intentionality in these areas can literally change the next third of your life.

Whether you share our faith or you’re just curious, you’ll hear stories from men who are waking up at 4 a.m. to invest in their spiritual and physical health, as well as men who are tired of only examining their brokenness and are learning to focus on their strengths and wins. My hope is that this conversation gives you hope and one small, doable step to reclaim your attention—maybe putting your phone away in the morning, maybe being fully present at breakfast, maybe finally joining a community of men who want more out of life. If this episode hits home, do me a favor: like, subscribe, drop a comment about where distraction hits you hardest, and share this with a man who needs to hear he’s not alone.

Chapters:
00:00 Live audience intro & why attention matters
02:02 What is the attention economy and why your focus is finite
06:03 Inside Amazon: data, grocery lists & the real product they want
10:19 Wasting time, lost opportunities & neglected relationships
13:29 Numbing with phones, missed goals & our kids’ screen habits
19:25 Phones at the table, presence over pinging notifications
24:03 Teaching our kids eye contact, focus and real connection
27:29 Wellness industry boom, float tanks & true mental renewal
32:46 Practical steps for men to fight distraction and build habits
40:41 Your attention as treasure: faith, focus & becoming what you behold

Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)

Send us a text

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In this episode of Next Third Best Third, Taylor and I blow up the old idea of the “strong, silent type” and talk honestly about why so many men stay quiet when their world is falling apart. We unpack a fresh story from Taylor about a close friend who went through major loss and separation without telling anyone, and how common that pattern is for men. From cultural conditioning to family of origin to the pressure to “provide,” we look at how silence gets baked into our definition of strength.

I share openly about my own story of divorce, shame, and how close I came to disappearing into isolation, as well as what actually helped me heal: other men who refused to let me stay silent. We talk about fathers who modeled humor and anger but not vulnerability, the way money and provision are tied to our identity, and why so many husbands and leaders feel like failures even when they’re doing a lot right. We also hit on athletes, pastors, and everyday guys who look successful on the outside but are falling apart on the inside.

Most importantly, we get practical. We talk about emotional vocabulary, how to find trustworthy men, what “iron sharpening iron” really looks like, and how to take your first courageous step if you’ve never opened up before. Whether you’re the guy who’s struggling in silence or the friend who needs to lean in and ask better questions, my hope is that this conversation helps you make your next third your best third. If this resonates, like, comment, subscribe, and share this with a man who needs to know he’s not alone.

Chapters:
00:00 The “Strong Silent Type” Myth
02:55 Why My Friend Hid His Separation
05:20 How Our Fathers Shaped Our Silence
09:45 Provision, Money, Stress and Male Anger
14:40 Fear of Judgment, Weakness and Being Seen
18:40 How Other Men Helped Me Survive Divorce
22:55 Athletes, Suicide and Suffering in Silence
27:10 Two Types of Men: Strugglers and Safe Friends
31:30 Iron Sharpens Iron: Calling Brothers Up
36:00 First Steps to Stop Suffering in Silence

Welcome to Next Third Best Third! Join us for the inaugural episode of the Next Third Best Third podcast! Host David Fenwick, founder, author, and life coach, introduces the mission to inspire men over 40 to thrive in the next stage of life. Discover how to conquer life's challenges across physical, mental, relational, spiritual, and emotional dimensions. In this episode, David shares insights on:

- Physical Health: Strategies for maintaining fitness and vitality as you age.
- Mental Resilience: Techniques to stay mentally sharp and manage stress.
- Relational Growth: Building and nurturing meaningful relationships.
- Spiritual Fulfillment: Finding purpose and deeper spiritual connections.
- Emotional Well-being: Managing emotions and fostering a positive outlook.

Don't miss out on this journey towards making the next third of your life the best third!

Website: (https://www.nextthirdbestthird.com/)