Confusion is the seed of depression and anxiety.  Confusion beyond our current ability to resolve a problem makes us feel trapped.  If we feel trapped with no way out, we become hopeless.  Hopelessness is the deepest level of depression.  

With confusion understood as the seed of depression, then as Strong Dads we must do our best to help our kids work through confusion in their life.  Giving them the skills to problem solve and find ways through the potential traps of life. 

The conversation concerning the issue of Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria is one of deep confusion.  Our youth, (mostly females), are arriving at an intersection in life where they believe their gender is questionable.  Something that could possibly be chosen.  But not just their gender, it could also be their sexual attraction, or maybe not feeling attracted to anyone, or possibly sexually attracted to everyone.  Now this intersection has so many choices.  Confusion begins to set in.  

In the meantime, while all of these choices now seem to be available, they have other people at the intersection as well.  Some in front of them and some behind them.  Some seeming to lead the way to a particular path, and some nudging from behind.  This creates anxiety. 

This is.a big deal for the youth as well as the parent. What seems like absolute freedom to choose becomes an overwhelming task of decision making.  Yet, the thing that we see our culture pushing to the side is God's Nature.  

God's nature is designed by him for us.  He has made us perfectly to be who we are in his nature.  When we push back against his nature, we are sure to experience trouble.  Whether it's how we spend money, time, our talents, or even our sexual design and identity.  God has an intention for us and to mock it is a dangerous and confusing thing. 

As Strong Dads we encourage our kids but we are also their to help them learn God's intention and direction in their life.  If we fail to introduce them to God's desires and design then they certainly will be influenced by all the other traffic at the intersection.  

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There are many things that separate Christianity from all other faiths. However, the most important thing that the entire faith rests on is the Resurrection of Christ.  

The Resurrection is different than the birth because of what it symbolizes gives us.  The birth of Christ, of which we celebrate as Christmas, is looked at as a gift. We celebrate this occasion with gifts.  It happens to take place in the darkness of Winter and the gift lifts up our spirits during the dark days.  

Easter or the hand, takes place in the Spring.  When new life is sprouting and we begin to have hope that something better is coming for this upcoming season.  The Resurrection gives us HOPE!  Hope in something better to come.  That something better is promised to us as eternal life with Christ in Heaven.  

Why is HOPE important?  It is the Jet Fuel that gets you out of bed every morning.  It is the reason you go to work and do what you do.  It is the reason that Christianity has spread around the globe in great speed and intention over the past 2000 years.  People need hope in order to live, and the Resurrection is just that.  

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There are certain people that have a personality that absolutely fill the room.  That's the case with Dan McKim!  During this episode, Hutch interviews 5X Highland Games World Champion, Dan McKim.  While they. spend some time discussing his athletic achievements, it becomes very clear that Dan is far more than an athlete; Dan is a Christ follower, husband, father of 5 boys, employee, and creative communication artist!

Notice what is first in the list of who Dan is - Christ Follower.  This is the critical part of the conversation and the message for all Strong Dads to understand.  Until you recognize what it means to be a Christ follower first and foremost, all other identities are fleeting.  They simply will not be enough to sustain you. 

Hutch's conversation with Dan is fun and candid.  Dan has a contagious smile and laugh that brings you right into the genuine person that he is. Have fun listening to this show, but pay attention to the most important takeaways - WHO ARE YOU?

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Understanding how to approach the Bible for a new comer can be a daunting task.  In this show, Hutch and Kyle continue their discussion to help men begin to understand and study the Bible.  In this episode they are focusing primarily on the New Testament.


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When you look at the Bible and see the thickness and sheer volume of writings, it can be a bit overwhelming.  However, as the old saying goes, "how do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!"  That's the idea with the Bible as well.  
To begin to understand the Bible it helps to start breaking it down into smaller bites.  There are multiple sections and books of the Bible that help to make up the full context, so start with learning a little about the various sections and books.  
In this show, Hutch and Kyle begin by just talking about the Old Testament and what the general themes are in this section.  Once you realize that the Old Testament is describing God's Nature, His Will, and then Human Nature and the will of humans.  From the first two books of the Bible, Genesis and Exodus, we are introduced to these to themes and how they are opposing each other.  But, in these books we immediately see God's love for us.  He pursues us even as we run away.  He offers a clear pathway to Him, even when we think we know of a better way.  This is the start of the great conflict and expression of Love between God and man.  

Hutch and Kyle do not intend this show to be deep with theology, but rather, their own experiences and awakenings that brought them back to a better understanding of God's Will.  When you listen, think about your own experiences and where you are in the discussion with your will versus God's Will.  

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Submission - In today's world this is what you are doing when you "Tap-Out". You can't take being beat any longer so you "tap-out" or submit to the more dominant fighter.

In the Christian life we are called to "tap-out" to Christ!  We are called to submit to His authority.  Why would I ever want to do this?  The simple reason is that when you are fighting and you no longer can do anything else to defend yourself, you offer yourself up through an act of submission.  The act is done not to show the other person that they are dominate, but rather, to SAVE YOUR LIFE!  If you allow them to keep doing what they are doing, they will likely kill you.  This is not a particularly useful outcome if you have an interest in living. 

We are called to submit our ways to God's ways.  Our culture and our pride, which is encouraged by Satan, tells us to never submit to anyone or anything.  We are all powerful and can do all things.  This great lie can be so ingrained in our fabric that we think of submission as a weakness rather than a strength. 

In this show, Hutch and Kyle discuss the question, Why submit to God's Word?  You would never submit to anyone if you thought you could do it on your own.  This is exactly the piont of Christianity, you can not do this human life on your own.  It is only through Christ that we win eternal life. 

So we should take the strong decision and submit to the one that will save our lives.  Jesus Christ and His Word! 

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In our last episode we demonstrated the final product of a long time dream.  The Kettle Bar.  We had fun beating Kyle up with a great workout and getting a few laughs in the process.  But, in this second part we discuss the actual process of developing the dream of the Kettle Bar. 

Ideas have a starting point and to some degree, an ending point.  Most ideas start and end within a short time of each other.  But ideas that begin to grab a little traction can have a lifespan that goes into significantly longer periods.  As we discuss the idea/dream of the Kettle Bar we unpack this lifespan.  The journey is where we truly learn the good, bad and ugly of our initial idea.  Often times when someone starts a business or invents a product you will hear the founder refer to it as their "baby" or "child".  This gives you an idea of the stages and processes that you will be going through. 

Dreaming about having a child is one thing. Actually having a child and raising them to adulthood is an entirely different endeavor. 

Check out this weeks show if you are thinking about your dreams or maybe you have already opened the door to your dream.  See if we share anything that hits a chord with you.  Maybe you have experienced something in your dream pursuit that you would be willing to share.  Please do!

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Chasing your dreams is no easy matter.  It's the stuff movies and books are made of.  But, the romance often ends in the actual reality.  Chasing your dreams is can be incredible, but it can also be difficult.  

In this show Hutch introduces the Kettle Bar®.  A dream of his for the past 5 years.  It has been a long journey, but there are so many lessons learned and still to be learned.  

This show is actually broke into two separate parts.  The first one is the Hutch and Kyle actually working out with the Kettle Bar®.  Taking the opportunity to actually demonstrate what it is and how it is used.  

The second part is the story of chasing the dream.  

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What's your inner voice telling you?  Does it beat you down or build you up?  As if life is not already tough enough, why do we add to our own demise by beating ourselves down?

During this show Hutch and Kyle take on the inner critic.  Yes, there is definitley a time to be hard on yourself and drive to make yourself better. But, if we don't recognize how our mind works we may be digging ourselves into a deep hole of depression.  We may be kicking ourselves even when we are down. 

Hutch and Kyle walk through a step by step process to recognize your inner voice and begin to use it wisely and even help direct it to make you better. 


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Strong Dads - How to Deal with Mr. Know it All - Episode - 184

Have you ever found yourself stuck in the presence of Mr. Know it All?  Everything you seem to talk about he happens to be the resident expert on.  While a little dose of this goes a long way, what happens when you are getting more than your little dose?  

During this show Hutch and Kyle discuss this challenge.  But before we get too judgmental about Mr. Know it All, it helps to know a little background.  You see, Mr. Know it All is not much different than Mr. Angry, Mr. Showoff, Mr. Gaslighter, or even Mr. Perfect.  All of these character descriptions come from a fear.  A fear of being rejected, not feeling valued, not being in control, or failing in the front of others.  Frequently men that struggle in these fears also have a lower EQ.  In other words, they don't realize how they are coming off to others.  

This show helps us understand what's behind these behaviors and how we can do better to handle our time while in their presence.  And, maybe even how we may be able to help them a little in the process. 

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