The Modern Man Podcast

"The way you build a life that is balanced is to start with basic self-care and make it habitual." -Suzanne Falter

Working hard is one of the most admirable qualities a person can have. The hard-working are driven to meet their goals. But sometimes, that drive can reach an extreme point. There are those who work so much that they no longer have the energy to engage in healthy activities. There are those who spend most of their waking hours at work and not paying attention to the rest of their lives. This can lead to great physical stress and even terrible mental outcomes. And worst of all, working excessively is counterproductive to your success.

The Extremely Busy Woman's Guide to Self-Care author Suzanne Falter believed that she cannot have the life and the job she wants, which led her to a life of overworking yet not achieving her goals. But her life took a complete turn when her daughter suddenly died. Listen in as Suzanne shares a very valuable lesson she learned from her daughter's diary. Ted and Suzanne also discuss how to know if we are working way too much, why we should use the breaks and reassess ourselves, and what can we do to build a balanced life with self-care in our list of priorities.

It's true that there are things we cannot control, especially if we have obligations to fulfill. However, one thing we can control is our perception of our time and our health. If we look at time and health as precious resources, we'll be able to avoid the dangers of working too much. Tune in and discover the secret to having great fun, great energy, and a great life!

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Highlights:

01:18 Pay Attention to the Truth

07:34 All Gas, No Breaks

14:14 Take Your Vacation

20:07 The Secret to a Balanced Life

24:52 Self-Care Requries Self-Care

30:25 The Best ROI if SelfCare

33:37 Recap

"Make goals so small that you can't fail." -Nita Sweeney

If you spend 60 hours in a period of 60 days devoted to achieving whatever your goal is, that's about 1 hour every day. Will you say it's doable? Probably, if you're motivated enough that is. However, if you are facing depression and anxiety on top of that, even the simplest task will sound like a hike to Mount Kilimanjaro.

But…. What if we changed that to 60 SECONDS instead? Now we're talking!

Nita Sweeney suffered from depression, mood swings, and grief from the loss of her loved ones for so long. And like everybody else, Nita longed for a better life, a happier one out of the ravine she's in. But making that change does not come easy for anyone… until… she found a tool that gave her a jumpstart, one that lasted for a mere 60-second. It may not sound much, but eventually, Nita got her footing and became an award-winning wellness author and ultramarathoner — all in her late 40's!

But that's not only what helped Nita overcome her negative emotions. Listen in as Nita reflects on how doing both the inner work made the outer work more bearable and lessons she learned about making ridiculously small goals and being always on the move. As her book states, Depression Hates a Moving Target. So, keep on moving!

Adversities can get beyond our ability to conquer, and it's not your fault. It's just how it is. That's why we have a community. But sometimes, it's really up to us to make that call ourselves. Ask for it and it will come.

If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, having thoughts of suicide, or just need someone to rely on for emotional support, don't hesitate to call and reach out for that needed help.

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (English)

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-628-9454 (Spanish)

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Highlights:

03:47 60 Seconds of Jogging

08:19 See Things As They Are

12:57 The First Mile is a Liar

17:10 Doing the Work Really Pays

21:22 The Duality of Meditation

26:37 If Others Can, You Can

33:02 Recap

"An exciting plan is built on a foundation of daily disciplines." -Nate Rifkin

Often, when we are faced with problems, the first thing we do is find a solution. But what if, instead of finding out what to do, we do nothing at all? Problems cause us stress and looking for an answer gives us additional stress, which is not so productive in any way. We're not saying it's better to mope all day and just give up. We're saying, what if we stop for a moment and reset before we continue on?

Meditation is a technique that has helped many to unravel the crowd of thoughts that clouds their mind. But is this ancient practice still effective in this contemporary world? The Standing Meditation author, Nate Rifkin can attest to that! Learn how meditation has personally helped Nate overcome depression, anger, and bad habits and create new patterns. Ted and Nate also discuss where to start with meditation and important points to ponder as you set new goals, install new habits, and handle adversities.

We all have childhood stories and emotions shut deep within us. And until we break free from these chains, we will not reach our destination. Whether we admit it or not, the place where we are now isn't comfortable at all. We were just used to it. It's time to stop tolerating the pain! Tune in and discover 2 simple steps you can take to get out of the uncomfortable "comfort" zone in no time!

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Highlights:

01:04 From Bad to Worse to Worst

04:38 The Power of an Ancient Practice

12:31 Where to Start with Meditation

17:02 How to Set and Reach a Goal

22:48 2 Steps Out of the Comfort Zone

28:01 how to Handle Adversities

33:45 Recap

"In all areas of our lives, we are expected to not have results or success unless we work towards it. Why is it in relationships, we're allowed to be lazy? It doesn't make any sense!" -Emmy Hernandez

This is it! There's no doubt in your heart that you've found "the one". This is the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. But unlike in storybooks, relationships aren't all "happily ever after". In reality, there are humps and bumps along the way and your relationship is on the rocks. So the question is, "Is love enough to salvage your relationship?"

Getting in a relationship is more than falling in love. Sometimes, even though they love each other, couples can still drift apart. But, it doesn't mean the end. There is still much you can do!

In this episode, Ted and Emmy Hernandez, author of Ask Emmy Anything and CEO of Duality of Athena, answer some of the most intriguing love questions! What is it with relationships and all the drama? How can trauma and patterns affect our relationships? How can men and women be different and still be in harmony with each other? Is it possible to balance the pursuit of love and career without ever sacrificing one or the other? What can couples do to reignite the spark in their relationship? Tune in and discover things you never thought would be possible for you and your partner!

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Highlights:

01:24 Love, Relationship, Drama, and Pain

04:23 Patterns and Self-Awareness

08:42 Scratching the Record

11:39 Masculin vs Feminine Wiring

15:19 The Duality of Athena

20:50 The True Failure

24:06 How to Balance Love and Career

27:50 How to Reignite the Spark

32:29 Recap

"Everyone's life is an autobiography. You are a living story. Keep building that autobiography into something worth reading." -Sam Thiara

"Who Am I?" is one of the hardest questions to ever bewilder us. Some people were able to find the answer early on, but most people struggle with identity crises even in their 40's or older. But where do we even begin searching for the answer? And is that answer really worth the journey? Today's conversation emphasizes that we should not be defined by what we do, but rather by who we are. Before you embark to find out what you want to do, discover first who you are and the journey will be much more fulfilling.

Sam Thiara is a British-born Canadian whose parents came from Fiji Islands while his grandparents came from India. In search of his identity, Sam embarks on a journey to find his roots with a small blurry picture and a burning enthusiasm. Was Sam able to find the missing piece in his puzzle?

In this episode, Sam shares how his travel to India was like and the lessons he learned along the way. As the Chief Motivating Officer of Ignite the Dream Coaching and Consulting, Sam also shares inspiring thoughts about perceiving obstacles, creating and being guided by your 5 core elements, facing tons of rejections, and making each setback a learning opportunity.

Sometimes, we forget that we are valuable– a living story, waiting to be heard by the world. Should you ever feel insignificant or invisible, tune in as Sam shares the CARPE formula to turn the ordinary into extraordinary.

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Highlights:

02:43 How to Figure Out Who You Are

09:50 Obstacles Are Necessary Building Blocks of Success

16:19 The Identity Struggle

24:50 CARPE: How to Discover the Extraordinary in the Ordinary

30:11 A Greater Need to C-A-R-E

34:03 Recap

"The life events that happen to you shape who you are, which will then shape your future." -Sammy Warrayat

Emptiness is the feeling we get when we live our life devoid of purpose. Nobody wants to feel that something is missing in their lives. However, our busy schedule makes us unduly occupied to have the time and energy to search for that deeper meaning. There's no reason to keep going on this way. But what can we do?

In this episode, Ted and Sammy Warrayat, the host of Successful Millennials Podcast share the secret to eliminating and managing your limitations without lowering your lifestyle and income! Ted and Sam also discuss how to break free from a short-sighted mentality, isolate the type of fear that you have and counteract that specific one, live with intentionality, and accumulate experiences that will shape your identity and future.

Getting what you want in life starts with knowing who you are, and from there, you'll discover that you are more capable than you think. Tune in and learn how to generate and scale income sources, leverage social media platforms, and set yourself for financial freedom. Your present situation may not be what you dreamed of, but you're almost there! Don't lose the jive and keep going!

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Highlights:

03:45 Figuring Out Your Real Purpose

09:53 Purpose, Relationships, and Money

13:56 Social Media- The Gateway to What You Want?

16:42 What is Financial Freedom and How to Achieve It

20:56 Income Leads

24:25 Generate and Scale

27:16 One Person Multiple Roles

30:47 Recap

"If it's not worth going all in, is it worth it to do this whole thing? If you're not willing to go all the way in, don't even try it." -Chase Harmer

What makes a founder distinct from an entrepreneur? If you have a unique idea for a business, perhaps the next step you'd take is to build your own company. Apparently, being a founder takes more than guts and vision. A founder is someone who is willing to go all-in no matter what. This week, Chase Harmer, the CEO of ProfitPay, tells from experience what it really takes to be a founder- and a successful one at that. Chase discusses what needs to be done and met to build a scalable company that does not simply earn money, but gain profits. Ted and Chase also talk about where the ability to see things differently comes from, how the logicals and the creatives can make a great team, what to remember before you pivot, how to manage setbacks, and how to be ready when opportunity finally knocks on your door. So, are you ready to be a founder? Tune in and make your visions come to life!

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Highlights:

02:32 From Small to Robust

08:16 Creatives and Logicals

13:19 When the Need to Innovate Arises

20:21 What About BackUp Plans?

23:51 How to Handle Setbacks

26:16 What it Takes to be a Founder

29:02 Recap

"We are all here for a purpose, and we need to eat and live in a way that is going to elevate us to be able to carry that out. It's bigger than the food. It's about purpose." -Sersie Blue

"Foods are designed to get us hooked. They're designed to hijack our palates and make us addicted. So we encourage people to invite God into their health journey."

-Gigi Carter

The Daniel Fast is one of the popular diets of the 21st century. It is a partial fast where some types of foods are permitted while others are restricted. But what does it mean to fast like Daniel? Can anyone simply take on this diet? What health benefits does it promise? Does it have a sound scientific basis? How long does the fasting take? And first of all, who is Daniel? Discover the answer to these questions and learn more about Daniel Fast as our guests Gigi Carter and Sersie Blue of Daniel Fast: A Bridge to Healthy Living introduce the man behind the name. Gigi and Sersie have been following the Daniel Fast for years and have seen significant changes in their overall wellbeing. In this episode, Gigi and Sersie share the wonderful benefits of Daniel Fast and why they chose to continue the fast even after the intended period. But what if you find it hard to commit to it? Gigi and Sersie can help you with that too! Tune in and find out how!

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Highlights:

02:20 Who is Daniel?

05:14 Fast Like Daniel- A Science-Based Diet

09:08 Health Miracle from a Diet Shift

13:30 Faith and Food

18:59 Health is your Vehicle

24:28 NOW is the Season for Health

27:09 The Foud Day Challenge

30:08 Recap

"When we stop looking to others to make us happy, we become the happiest we can be." -Mark Moskowitz

Most often, we believe that certain successes breed self-esteem while failures cause us to shed every bit of confidence we have. In reality though, self-esteem means the exact opposite. That may sound a bit confusing and unusual. But let us yield the floor to Mark Moskowitz, author of Within, as he shares a very unforgettable lesson from a very unlikely place- the Federal prison. In this episode, Mark will show you the different sights of being a human: making mistakes, growing up, forming identity, and building success. Listen in as Ted and Mark talk about what the view from the top looks like, what sceneries you can find when you reach rock bottom, and what amazing finds you'll discover from within. Mark also shares more of his book, and what he learned about self-esteem and its connection to success. If we take the time to reshape, reflect, and rebuild, will we also experience incredible transformations inside out? No doubt! So it's your turn now, and your journey starts from within.

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Highlights:

03:12 The View on Top

08:38 The View From Below

12:28 Work from Within

18:16 Working Back Up

25:09 Starting All Over Again

28:58 Happy from Within

32:13 Recap

"You have the power to change your patterns and live a completely different life that is more tailored to you and your actual desires." -Dr. Hailey Steinhauser

Healthy Habit Studio founder Dr. Hailey Steinhauser serves as a Chiropractor and Health Coach. When she discovered the connection between the mind and body, her life changed forever. In this episode, Dr. Steinhauser shares her expertise to help you achieve better health and live the life you want. Learn practical steps you can take to remove your physical and mental blocks, move from surviving to thriving mode, get out of autopilot, and manage your stress response. Unlock the amazing universe of your neural connections! Tune in and discover just how much power is in your hands to change your health, and ultimately, your life.

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Highlights:

02:02 The Mind and Body Connection

06:30 Surviving vs Thriving Mode

11:45 Breaking the Patterns

14:28 How to Handle Stress

19:21 Changing your Mindset by Changing Your Posture

24:36 When Nothing Seems to Work

27:30 Recap