Today Johnny is talking with Dr. Eric Recker. After a serious moment of burnout, he found himself repositioning his life around God, who spoke to him and rekindled his belief in Christ. Since then, he’s made it his mission to impact the world positively. He is doing this by speaking, writing (his book, That Dam Analogy, can be found on his website and Amazon), coaching, and living his life as an example of his values and beliefs. If you want to connect with Eric, reach out via his website, Facebook, or Instagram.

Eric spent the first half of his life doing what he thought he had to do. Putting his nose down and enduring the grind. But more was needed. Through experiences with triathlon, mountain climbing, owning a dental practice with a team of 20, becoming a pilot, and extensive travel, he learned that what he was searching for wasn’t at the top of the mountain.

In the second half of his life, he is committed to helping people learn to live present in their own lives and find a life of fulfillment, not just accomplishment. Through his coaching, speaking, and writing, he is working to help as many people as possible learn to #WINtheNOW.

Eric, his wife Amy, and their two kids proudly live in a small town in Iowa.

Today on The Art of Masculinity:

• Eric’s experience with 29029 Everesting
• We’re not meant to journey alone.
• Zooming out and looking at the big picture
• How to support each other as men
• Finding ways to disrupt our routine and creating space to define success for yourself
• The importance of keeping your phone out of reach
• Be the change you want to see to push yourself through burnout
• Create a life you want to experience

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Today’s solo episode dives into unspoken conversations that men need to have. What topics are men avoiding, and why are these conversations so challenging? By opening up, we give ourselves the chance to define success on our terms, set meaningful goals, and truly understand what it means to live a fulfilling life.

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Today on The Art of Masculinity:

• Johnny’s Wildman Experience: Explore how this program transforms men’s lives.
• Discover why men often engage in only surface-level discussions.
• Learn how to break the silence and initiate deeper conversations.
• Understand the importance of opening up about goals to enhance accountability.
• If you’re not dreaming big, you may be too comfortable with mediocrity.
• Address the emotional isolation stemming from suppressed feelings.
• Explore how therapy helps in releasing and addressing deep-seated issues.
• Gain insight into emotional intelligence through the perspectives of your peers.
• Learn why effective leaders engage in meaningful conversations.
• Understand how societal pressures can lead to living inauthentically.

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There seems to be a lack of high-quality leadership in the world today. We are no longer emphasizing training; instead, the focus is centered around popularity, personality tests, and book smarts. While intelligence is important, having applicable experiences and being in the trenches are even more vital.

Today, Johnny focuses on leadership, specifically the five pillars of effective leadership. Becoming a high-quality leader means being able to make decisions, being adaptable, communicating clearly, having integrity, and taking ownership. Focusing on these five pillars will ensure that you are a strong and effective leader for your family and your job.

Today on The Art of Masculinity:

• Why personality tests for leadership fail
• The importance of decision-making for high-quality leaders
• Debunking servant leadership and why it doesn’t really exist
• Being adaptable so you can thrive in chaotic environments
• Effective communication sets leaders apart
• Integrity means you’re willing to step into the trenches
• Ownership and decision making in leadership

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Not only has Beau L’Amour learned a lot from his father, author Louis L’Amour, but he’s joined Johnny to share some of those lessons about following your passion and being tenacious, especially in an ever-evolving industry. Beau also gives us Johnny and listeners some great insight into some history involving the publishing and film industries. He has done a lot in his life and he continues to follow his creative passions.

Beau L'Amour is a writer and entertainment industry jack-of-all-trades. He is the son of best-selling novelist Louis L'Amour and has managed his father's literary estate since 1988. Striving to maintain that legacy, he has done editorial work, revised unfinished manuscripts, managed a literary magazine and an audio/radio drama series, done art direction, been a comic book writer and producer, and become an expert in marketing. In the years since his father passed away, L'Amour has helped sell over 120 million books, and nearly 5 million audio programs and placed several books of short stories (out of 16 posthumous collections) on the Best Seller lists.

Today on The Art of Masculinity:

• What it was like to grow up with a successful and well-known father
• Beau’s background and journey to becoming an industry jack-of-all-trades
• Contrasting the publishing landscape then and now
• Exploring the resurgence and modernization of audio, visual, and literary storytelling
• How technological advancements are shaping these industries' futures.
• When should we start worrying about our livelihoods when it comes to AI
• How current events and societal issues shape trends in publishing
• Passion versus performance: when to concede and conform, and when to push
• What it was like growing up with Louis and the influence that he had in Beau’s life

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In life, the decisions we make can either propel us forward or hold us back. Optimal decision-making hinges on alignment with our true selves and values. By regularly assessing and refining our traits and beliefs, we establish a solid foundation for personal growth and fulfillment. This process isn’t static; it requires periodic reevaluation to adapt since our identity is constantly evolving. When you understand what can happen when you are in constant misalignment, you can empower yourself to identify and address key indicators early on. Listen in as Johnny talks about the value of reevaluation and how recalibrating your values and traits can lead you to find your true masculine identity.

If you’re ready to put in the work to become successful and to find your masculine identity, click on this link for our Step Into the Man You Want to Become workshop which starts on June 24th.

Today on The Art of Masculinity:

• Misalignment leads to poor choices and decisions
• Our best selves emerge from confident decision-making
• Build a strong foundation through regular review of your traits and values
• Reassess your foundation each season to align with your evolving masculine identity
• Understand the consequences of prolonged misalignment or relapse
• Identify key indicators of misalignment through regular self-evaluation

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This is the fourth and final episode of our 4-part series called, “Step Into the Man You Want to Become” featuring Frank Paul Vignola. In this episode we dive into Your Journey, the fourth pillar to stepping into a man that is authentic and intentional. Johnny and Frank explore the individual journey we all embark on, delving into what it means to actively choose our own paths as men.

Frank’s early life was plagued with battles - bullying, expulsions, overdoses, and then a 4-year string of incarcerations that almost killed him. Overcoming those challenges gifted him with a determination to develop a formula to help men summon their inner superheroes. In 2023, he released the autobiographical how-to guide for men, "Crafting Masculinity." After 10+ years as a coach for men, he has helped hundreds of men overcome their self-limiting beliefs and become men they’re proud of. If you want to know more about Frank, check out his website or his Instagram (@vignolagram).

Today on The Art of Masculinity:

• We end up emulating the values and lives of other people but we need to focus on our journeys instead of others’
• Discover your unique values and embrace your individuality
• “Be yourself, everyone else is already taken.” - Oscar Wilde
• Establish healthy boundaries to escape toxic, carbon-copy relationships
• Identify features of carbon copies and recognize misalignment
• Courageously be yourself and be willing to be disliked
• High-quality leaders aren’t always liked but they are, most likely, respected
• Overcome obstacles to become the hero of your journey

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This is the third episode of our 4 part series, “Step Into the Man You Want to Become” featuring Frank Paul Vignola. In this insightful episode, we explore emotions as the crucial third pillar in cultivating authenticity and intentionality in manhood. Join Johnny and Frank as they delve into the art of emotional regulation for men, emphasizing the importance of mastering emotions to achieve holistic growth, fulfill objectives, and attain peak masculinity.

Frank’s early life was plagued with battles - bullying, expulsions, overdoses, and then a 4-year string of incarcerations that almost killed him. Overcoming those challenges gifted him with a determination to develop a formula to help men summon their inner superheroes. In 2023, he released the autobiographical how-to guide for men, "Crafting Masculinity." After 10+ years as a coach for men, he has helped hundreds of men overcome their self-limiting beliefs and become a man they’re proud of.

Today on The Art of Masculinity:

• Finding an internal framework for personal growth and success 
• Understanding the influence of experience and beliefs on your emotional responses
• The difference between emotion, and logic and when to apply each
• Mastering your emotional regulation can lead to a life free of regrets
• You don’t have to deny your emotions to honor them
• Cultivating mindful responses instead of enabling your reactive behaviors
• Numbing emotion is the antithesis of emotional regulation
• Unpacking the complexity of emotional triggers

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This is the second episode of our 4-part series, “Step Into The Man You Want to Become” featuring Frank Paul Vignola. In this episode, we delve deep into the concept of courage, the second foundational pillar on the journey to becoming an authentic and intentional man. Join Johnny and Frank as they tackle the common misconception surrounding courage, emphasizing that it's not about the absence of fear, but rather, facing it head-on.

Frank’s early life was plagued with battles - bullying, expulsions, overdoses, and then a 4-year string of incarcerations that almost killed him. Overcoming those challenges gifted him with a determination to develop a formula to help men summon their inner superheroes. In 2023, he released the autobiographical how-to guide for men, "Crafting Masculinity." After 10+ years as a coach for men, he has helped hundreds of men overcome their self-limiting beliefs and become a man they’re proud of.

Today on The Art of Masculinity:

• Courage versus cowardice in an alpha world
• Vocal “courage” can be a mask to overcoming insecurity and facing fear
• There is courage in acknowledging limitations when admitting inadequacy
• Modern society perpetuates victimhood
• Choosing to work through your issues instead of making it a part of your identity
• We’re one action away from becoming a better man
• Conflict resolution is healthy
• The connection between authenticity and bravery
• Overcoming and transforming fear into courage

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of our four-part series, "Step Into the Man You Want to Become," showcasing insights from guest speaker, Frank Paul Vignola. This episode delves into the critical and life-changing concept of “purpose”. It is the cornerstone of embodying authenticity and intentionality and is the first pillar in our journey to becoming the men we want to be. Join Johnny and Frank as they explore the nuances between purpose and passion. They also offer some great actionable insights into understanding the true essence of purpose for men specifically.

Frank’s early life was plagued with battles - bullying, expulsions, overdoses, and then a 4-year string of incarcerations that almost killed him. Overcoming those challenges gifted him with a determination to develop a formula to help men summon their inner superheroes. In 2023, he released the autobiographical how-to guide for men, "Crafting Masculinity." After 10+ years as a coach for men, he has helped hundreds of men overcome their self-limiting beliefs and become a man they’re proud of. 

Today on The Art of Masculinity:

• Frank’s checkered past and how he used that to drive him to be a better man
• Stagnation versus generativity lasts through middle adulthood 
• The softness of today’s society has caused an identity crisis in men
• Martyrdom has become a badge of honor; live a life that isn’t built around sacrifice
• How to find purpose and how passion relates to purpose
• What it means to be an exemplar and why exemplars are so important
• “Dating” through the hard times to get past the “passion” to get to “purpose”
• The things that can detract us from purpose (and passion)
• Is it Intentional (an activity to help you unwind) or is it on auto-pilot (detractors)?
• What are the proponents of purpose?

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Are you a leader or one of the herd? Today Johnny talks about leadership skills, qualities, and what makes up the job description of a “high-quality leader.” Leading a group, whether in the workplace or at home, can be challenging yet fulfilling. Learn what it takes to be a top-tier leader, including the most important trait: adaptability. Lastly, learn about the four fundamental pillars of effective leadership. 

Take a good look at yourself, analyze your performance, and choose to improve your skills. If you’re itching for more information, check out Johnny’s free 37-minute audio talking about the five tools he learned in special operations and his career in protection. You can find that audio here.

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Today on The Art of Masculinity:

• Why good leaders are hard to find
• Are all leaders self-serving?
• Leaders are necessary for every environment
• Why leaders are important to society
• The consequences when leaders lose sight of the goal
• What happens when herd animals lead
• Adaptability is the most important leadership quality
• The four pillars in the job description of a good leader are cohesiveness, collaboration, communication, and decisiveness
• The deterioration of leadership

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