What does it really mean to accept life as it is—especially when it’s not what you hoped for? Acceptance is the courageous act of acknowledging reality without denial, resisting the urge to control what cannot be changed, and choosing to entrust oneself to God's presence, provision, and purpose — despite pain, uncertainty, or loss.In this vulnerable and powerful episode, Tim and Kurtis explore the concept of acceptance through real-life struggles—dementia, addiction, loss, and chronic illness. With no pretense of being experts, they reflect on what they’ve lived through and how acceptance is less about giving up and more about surrendering to God’s presence and purpose, even in pain.From Kurtis’ caregiving journey with his mom to Tim’s experience with cancer and watching friends suffer, this conversation challenges men to rethink their definition of strength, success, and spiritual peace. What if acceptance is one of the bravest things we can do?🔔 Subscribe for more honest conversation about authentic masculinity, spiritual growth, and real-life transformation.📌Chapters:00:00 – Opening: What “Not Strong” really means04:45 – Generational silence & Curtis’ story of his mother’s dementia10:20 – The buried emotions we carry and how they shape us15:30 – What is real acceptance? Facing reality with courage and faith21:05 – Western culture’s obsession with status and “achievement”28:50 – Why contentment rarely shows up on our list of life goals35:15 – Addiction recovery: how acceptance changes everything39:00 – Letting go of control and finding peace in who you are43:12 – Aligning goals with core values: faith, service, and relationships47:40 – Suffering, spiritual growth, and gratitude in the hard places51:25 – Christ’s model of acceptance in the face of suffering55:18 – Final thoughts: Acceptance is strength—not surrender

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