new series! we're talking friendship - what is it, what do our current friendships look like, and how do we navigate change

We catch up from the last 6 months - talking fatherhood, golf, surf, how our energy management has been going, and new branding for the show

We ask ourselves fun and intentional questions we wrote for each other as well as questions provided by our friends

Ben is a fitness coach, former D1 soccer player, husband, father of 3, deep thinker, and more. We talk about his journey as an athlete and coach, nutrition, history, fatherhood, and a little conspiracy theories

Adam is one of Steve's longest friends (since 2nd grade!). He is a philosophy professor at Grand Valley State University. Adam is currently working on a PhD in Bioethics/Medical Ethics as well as a Masters of Social Work. Along with being a full-time student, Adam works at a shelter for domestic violence and sexual assault. We talk about his studies and experiences with behavioral addictions, unresolved trauma, and a victim vs. gratitude mindset.

First of all - if you've been listening to the show, thank you! We're grateful that so many of you have enjoyed our new hobby. We've been having a blast. In this episode, we review how we think the last few episodes on energy management have been going. Then we do a check-in on our own energy management in this stage of life; talking about non-negotiables, scrolling, sleep importance, life change and more. Lastly, we are excited to announce that we'll be running an NHL Playoff Bracket Challenge to connect with community! The competition will be open and welcome to anyone interested in connecting over the playoffs starting around mid April, details to come!

Nina is a doula and women's health expert. She shares her experience and teaches us about doula work, cycle tracking, and hormonal health; as well as how the menstrual cycle impacts energy management for women and their partners.

Nina's social media pages for more research & education:

https://www.instagram.com/ninapowerswellness/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ninabpowers

Aaron is a personal trainer, former D1 volleyball player, CrossFit athlete & coach, ping pong paddler, husband, father of 3, and much more. We talk through the 5 energy management buckets, work, parenting, and life in general

Nolan is an integration coach. He specializes in helping people connect with their mind, body, & spirit through sleep, breathwork, sauna, ice bath, community and magic.

Pat is the owner of Cuirim Sports Recovery in Costa Mesa, CA. He is a husband, father, physical therapist, pinball guru, and newly deemed a skunk removal professional