The Modern Man Podcast

"'I'm all about celebrating the meaning of things, but not having it bog us down." -Tracy McCubbin

Growing up as the child of an extreme hoarder, Tracy McCubbin developed a deep understanding of how some people struggle in their relationships with their stuff. The thought of parting with their possessions presents a certain degree of grief while resulting in unmanageable clutter which affects their daily routine and lifestyle. For 14 years, Tracy has already helped thousands to declutter and regain their freedom through her company, dClutterFly. In this episode, Tracy shares what clutter is, how to identify if we're already falling into the clutter trap, how clutter blocks prevent us from letting go, how to declutter after a loved one dies, and how to find joy while decluttering. It's truly hard to let go of things that have meaning to us. But if our stuff starts to own us, we may be paying much more than we should. Other things also deserve our time, energy, and affection such as being with our loved ones and making time for ourselves. Tune in as Tracy talks about the emotional part of clutter, and how it relates to stress, anxiety, and decision fatigue.

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Highlights:

01:06 America's Top DeCluttering Company

03:25 What is Clutter?

06:36 Benefits of DeCluttering

14:43 How to DeClutter

19:20 How to Test for Market Viability

23:28 DeCluttering After a Loved One Passed Away

26:33 Freedom!

"I try to turn my money into memories. I don't want to be the richest man in the cemetery. I want to be happy." -Craig Schulze

Life is made of moments, and we pay for them with how we make our choices. Life is short and full of adversities, but along with it is the rare opportunity- our one shot- to affect change within the little time that we have. In this episode, You've Got One Shot author Craig Schulze shares how he used the biggest heartbreak of his life to create a legacy. He talks about investing in yourself, increasing your capacity to face challenges, minimizing the impact of obstacles, and building yourself a world-class team. Create a happy, fulfilled life beyond the material aspect of success. There are many dimensions of it that need to be addressed. Tune in as Craig teaches how you can elevate your perspectives and design your lifestyle.

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Highlights:

04:24 There's No Heartbeat

11:12 Life is Made of Moments

14:48 Embrace Challenges

17:58 Think Big and Breakdown Steps

21:21 Elevate Your Perspectives

25:18 Decide for a Change

31:36 You're in the Game!

"People might find out about you because of a product, but how you retain them is going to be because of how you show up for them and how you make them feel. It's always going to come down to you and who you are." -Deirdre Tshien

Today's business trends have suddenly shifted because of unprecedented worldwide events. In order to keep up, more and more entrepreneurs are trying to navigate these changes in the online platform. As you look into launching and growing an online business, you may find that the transition is even trickier. In this episode, Deirdre Tshien, Founder of The Growth Boss, talks about the realities of ecommerce and how to successfully grow a sustainable business. In the past, internal and external expectations may have affected our decisions or we may have invested in something we thought we like and later found out that we have a different path to take. If that thought still holds you back from doing what you truly love, this conversation will open up a new perspective. Like any other career path, the entrepreneurial journey has its own challenges. Deirdre shares how to overcome fear of failure, and most importantly, how to handle failure when you know it is time to give up. Discover the secret formula to a viral product so you can launch, grow, and sustain your business. In this saturated ecommerce world, you can still stand out! Tune in and find out how.

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Highlights:

01:55 The Reality of Online Business

08:17 The Most Common Obstacle: Fear

13:49 We are the Same

16:08 Facing Tough Decisions

19:14 Transitioning to the Online Platform

24:45 Build Your Tribe

28:38 An Entrepreneur is a Marketer

34:25 It's Okay

"Where you work should be aligned with your career values, and what you do should be aligned with your strengths." -Misha Rubin

Is your career going the way you wanted it to be? Many people chose to walk the traditional route, which leaves them wondering what happens after college. They say it's the safest and surest way to secure the future. However, if you are working a job that you feel disconnected from, would there be real meaning to your endeavors? In this episode, Ted sits with the author of The Career Leap Method, Misha Rubin. Misha was once among those who are very good at what they do, yet finding a lack of fulfillment in it. Finally, he decided that he had enough of wasting his life away. What helped Misha conquer the fear? Tune in as he shares how to overcome the 2 common traps that get people stuck and the 4 pillars of Career Leap that can help you be empowered and impactful. Also, hear real stories that prove it is indeed possible to have a meaningful professional and personal life. Say goodbye to being a competent unfilled professional. Your current career is far from being a life sentence. Take the leap and redefine yourself! After all, you've worked hard enough to gain the freedom to do the things you love.

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Highlights:

01:06 What Comes After College?

04:30 2 Common Traps That Get You Stuck

08:03 The Premise of Career Leap

12:58 The Changing Career Landscape

18:04 Know Your Unique Career Criteria

21:11 The 4 Pillars of Career Leap

27:42 Claim Your Leap

33:40 Recap

"Part of what we need to do is not just to deal with the behavior problem, but we have to transform the heart." -Eddie Capparucci, Ph.D., LPC

Sex Addiction, like any other form of addiction, is disruptive and destructive. It can affect one's personal life, career, and relationships with its negative consequences potentially extending throughout a lifetime. On the other hand, many people reason that pornography is a safer option. Is this justification valid and plausible? What message does pornography actually convey? In this episode, Dr. Eddie Capparucci discusses how unresolved childhood traumas can manifest as addiction and how shame reinforces undesirable behaviors. He also talks about the correlation between low emotional quotient and addiction. Get ready to identify your inner child as Dr. Capparucci lists the 9 types of inner children and which of the 4 emotional triggers rouse each one. Though this conversation mainly focuses on pornography and sex addiction, the wisdom that Dr. Eddie shares may apply to other forms of addiction. Tune in and learn more about the Inner Child Recovery Process.

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Highlights:

01:17 What Haunts Us Today

06:45 At The Heart of Every Addiction

10:32 The Role of Shame

12:24 9 Inner Children & 4 Emotional Triggers

17:17 The Real Message of Pornography

22:58 Low EQ and Sex Addiction

26:52 The Inner Child Recovery Process

31:56 Stop Running Away

"The finish is still way too far even to start thinking about it. It's your mental toughness and your ability to keep pushing through that, that will win or lose the race." -Tim Whitmire

Tim Whitmire learned the value of education at a young age. As the pressure in school increases, he finds himself at crossroads. He needed to belong and finding a niche that supported him through the hard times helped bring back the fun and confidence in him. In this episode, Tim shares an analogy about being a coxswain and how a tough mind and perseverance can help us win the race of life. Ted and Tim also talked about the mission of F3 nation, the largest free men's fitness movement, the F's standing for Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith. F3 Nation has helped a lot of men discover the leadership potential in them. F3 is more than just morning workout with buddies. It is a door to many opportunities and lasting friendships. Don' t miss today's episode and find out how you can be a part of this movement. Go forth and ignite the dynamite in you!

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Highlights:

01:19 The Value of School

07:00 Finding a Niche

15:43 Win the Race in Togetherness

21:25 The Workout Format

27:40 Addition by Division

33:51 Join the F3 Nation

"Change is part of how you go from pursuing your dreams to achieving your dreams. If you're not achieving your dreams right now, that means something has to change." -Bobbi Kahler

Never let people set limitations on what you can achieve. Their predictions have nothing to do with your reality. Learn how to craft your story the way you want it with Ted and Bobbi Kahler, an entrepreneur, Life Coach, Podcast Host, Author, and Speaker. Sometimes giving up on your dreams seems reasonable when circumstances change and failures create an illusion that you will never achieve your goals. This feeling even intensifies especially when people closest to you reinforce that thought despite their good intentions. Turn these discouraging thoughts into your inner strength and push yourself forward against the wind with Bobbi's "Triple A" action and some mindset reset. The world offers unlimited possibilities. How much of it will you allow yourself to experience? Be dissatisfied with your satisfaction.

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Highlights:

01:09 Craft Your Future

04:17 When They Say It's Over

09:09 Find Some Action

12:28 What's Next?

16:13 When the Winds Are Against You

22:22 When You've Hit a Plateau

26:05 Achievements Are Addicting

"Compound interest in growth is what saves the day in the future. You can't make up for those lost years." -Chad Willardson

According to a study conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA), money is among the top causes of stress. Left unchecked, it can bring in even more problems. Learn the secret to financial freedom with our guest, Chad Willardson, the best-selling author of Stress-Free Money. As a fiduciary, Chad shares common financial mistakes that people make, how to build an effective financial plan, when to start investing, what to invest on, and how much you actually need to start an investment. Ted and Chad also talked about the importance of writing down your goals, paying attention to your cash flow, balancing your budget, and planning for the long-term. If there is one thing you can give your future self, it is financial freedom. Don't miss this week's exciting conversation!

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Highlights:

04:23 What is a Fiduciary?

10:29 How to Build a Financial Plan

13:04 The Biggest Financial Mistakes

16:03 How Much Do You Need to Invest?

18:52 What Can You Invest On?

25:10 The Impact of Decisions

28:25 Stress-Free Money Life

"Build your vision, not your business." -Kisha Edwards-Gandsy

What's your vision like? This week, Ted and Kisha Edwards-Gandsy teaches how to build your vision, nurture your vision, and live your vision. Kisha is the Co-Founder of NY City Explorers Group, an organization focused on serving families and children. Kisha shares how crucial training and educating the younger generation is to the future of the world. She also discusses how to weave fun and play into work and how to help children remember the joy of their childhood. On top of that, learn how to sustain your vision when things start to fall apart and when the business side of things becomes overwhelming. Tune in and see the real picture of business-building, from vision to fruition!

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Highlights:

01:23 Experiencer of Humanity

09:29 Living In Imagination

14:47 Honor Your Vision

19:08 The Universal Law

25:03 World Explorers

32:39 Work on Your Vision

"A perfectionist is not someone who does things perfectly, but rather is someone who is ashamed that they are not perfect… Separate your worthiness from any accomplishments or failures. You have to understand that you are worthy regardless." -Victoria D'Ambrozio

Who is a perfectionist? Is working to achieve flawless outcomes automatically make you one? Many people think that accomplishments and failures determine a person's worthiness. This misconception eventually leads to the trap of perfectionism. This week, Ted sits with Mindset Coach Victoria D'Ambrozio to define what makes a person a perfectionist, how it sabotages your dream life, and how to overcome perfectionism. Redefine failure. Stand up to the plate. Shift your life. Tune in and start seeing yourself in greatness!

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Highlights:

01:24 Who is a Perfectionist?

06:42 Perfectionism and Self-Sabotage

11:43 Redefine Failure

19:21 Turn The Comparison Off

23:39 Get Out Of Your Own Way

27:29 The Greatness Exercise

31:53 It's Possible to Achieve!