In this extraordinary episode, The UNcivilized Nation Elder Council, Duey Freeman and Mark Sylvester chime in live from the Uncivilized Men’s Initiation where they share their journey as fathers, grandfathers, healers, businessmen, and elders.

They also field questions directly from the men at the event. This is one of the most profound conversations I’ve ever heard in my life and is a must listen.

If you’re a human, you need to listen to this episode.

Enjoy,

Traver

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Imagine growing up with the talent of teaching and advising your parents from a very young age; this is the story of today's guest, Jayaji.

An unusual story and life.

It all started when his mother's psychic friend predicted his future at first sight. After many years, that vision became a reality because today, Jayaji is a yoga teacher and spiritual guide.

From Australia to Guatemala, he still has a long way to go and hundreds of people to guide.

Don't miss Jayaji's story! I'm sure you're going to love it.

ABOUT JAYAJI

Founder of Sound Ceremony, Jayā Saraswatī, Floresta Atitlan, and co-owner of the Yoga Forest.

Author of more than five published books and two hymns (medicine hymn books).

CONNECT WITH JAYAJI

Website: https://linktr.ee/jayajii

Instagram: @jayajii

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR

[3:14] Who's Jayaji.

[4:50] Influenced by music and new age culture.

[9:24] Thinking outside the box.

[11:05] Where does true spiritual awakening come from?

[16:00] Marrying music and spirituality.

[23:04] The challenges of moving to a foreign country.

[29:20] The relationship with the word practice.

[37:30] A healthy relationship with our emotions.

[40:07] Contemplating what it means to exist in the world as a man.

[45:28] The male and female roles in marriage.

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In this episode Duey Freeman, Michael Gay and I sit down and break down what we learned after four intense days with 30 men in a workshop. We dive into the power of loneliness and the intense ways it affects men. We chat about the necessity of having a relationship with the land under your feet and how so many men truly do want to be better partners and fathers. And how all of this gets shifted, understood, and deepened when men work together, in person.

If you’re a man, you need to listen to this episode.

Enjoy,

Traver

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In this solo episode I break down why every man needs to have a physical training regimen. From running to lifting weights to Jiu Jitsu, it matters little.

What matters most is that each man understands it is his RESPONSIBILITY to be in shape, strong and capable.

Enjoy,

Traver

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The brain and a computer are light years apart from being the same. It is true that both store data, process information, and perform tasks. However, although technology tries to simulate the human intelligence processes, the human brain has proven to be better adapted than any computer could.

To dive into this topic, today we will be joined by the Story Science Professor, Angus Fletcher. Angus is a man curious about the human brain and how it works. His research led him to discover how history can help us to be tougher, capable, and to have courage.

During this episode, we talked about chaos, growth, attitude change, and initiative-taking. In addition, we will also be talking about the brain as a machine and why it is superior to computers, a topic worth listening to.

Don't miss this episode!

ABOUT ANGUS FLETCHER

Angus Fletcher is Professor of Story Science at Ohio State's Project Narrative. His research with teams in US Special Operations, Silicon Valley, and the Healthcare Community explains why children are more creative than AI, how to adapt and overcome in fast-changing chaotic environments, and how to more effectively treat grief, burnout, and trauma.

CONNECT WITH ANGUS

Website: https://www.angusfletcher.co/

Email: [email protected]

WHAT YOU’LL HEAR

[4:37] Who's Angus Fletcher?

[6:32] Why is the human brain superior to a computer?

[10:08] Why are stories so captivating for us?

[14:15] How to reduce the rate of depression and anxiety in the male population?

[17:12] How to create a relationship with chaos?

[21:08] What to do to get out of burnout?

[24:25] Human beings and their relationship with the divine.

[26:20] How stories can help the military?

[33:57] What must I do to be successful?

[36:00] How to break the patterns?

[41:19] Creating a daily practice.

[44:48] How to manage isolation?

[48:07] More information about Angus.

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There’s a single line in Robert Bly’s Iron John that grabbed me.

“The activity men were once loved for is no longer required.”

Enjoy,

Traver

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From college poet to best-selling author.

Today's guest is Sylvester McNutt, surely you have heard of him, and if not, in today's episode, you will meet the renowned author of 9 books who is soon to release his tenth.

Sylvester's story shows us how taking leaps of faith can change our lives. Today we will hear how our guest went from being a college poet and working at corporate America to becoming a writer. His story, like many, has ups and downs, where alcohol was his worst enemy.

In this episode, Sylvester will talk about self-improvement, self-love, chasing your dreams, and working for them. Also, the parenting challenges that he faces as an all-around person.

Press play, and don't miss the little preview of Sylvester's next book.

ABOUT SYLVESTER MCNUTT

Sylvester McNutt III is an 8x bestselling author, podcaster, public speaker, course creator, and father. Sylvester teaches people how to transform their mindsets through self-awareness and healing practices.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR

[3:38] Who's Sylvester?

[12:27] From love letters to manuscripts.

[18:41] The leap of faith: his first book publication.

[26:20] Establishing himself as a writer.

[29:16] Sylvester talks about his ninth and tenth books.

[32:09] Facing the new challenges of parenthood.

[41:48] The positive consequence of having a child.

[44:10] Parenting advice.

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In my work with Nice Guys, many of them express a deep desire to be taken more seriously as a man. While this may seem like an elusive goal, completely dependent on the whims of the outside world, it is not.

In this solo episode I dive into the ways you can immediately begin to shift how the world sees you, by shifting how you see yourself.

Enjoy,

Traver

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Spending seventeen days at sea, surrounded by sharks, is an interesting way to start a healing journey.

When we see successful people, it is almost impossible to imagine that they had a tough life—today's guest is one of them.

Damien Rider grew up in a poor and abusive home. Despite having a difficult childhood, he decided to move on and leave his past behind. Today, he is an athlete who loves to participate in challenges that test his physical and mental strength while supporting the cause close to his heart.

In this episode, we will hear about Damien's life and his experiences as an athlete. Also, he will share how the seventeen-day paddling challenge changed his life forever and was the beginning of new adventures.

Don't miss this inspiring episode.

ABOUT DAMIEN RIDER

Damien Rider is a multiple world-record-holding Adventure & Extreme Sports Athlete, Author, Creator of One Breath Meditation, and Global Motivational Speaker. Recognized for his International humanitarian work and physical feats, with two feature documentaries aired on National Geographic, and as a speaker in TED talks in the Asia Pacific and the United States.

His work and dedication have led him to become a globally respected Wellness and Mindset Coach. Always finding the positive in every situation in life, he has an undeniable resilience to keep moving forward. He continues to challenge himself, discovering what is possible mentally and physically and sharing his discoveries with others along the way.

CONNECT WITH DAMIEN

www.damienrider.com,

www.OBMlearning.com

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR

[2:29] Who's Damien Rider?

[8:12] An abusive childhood.

[21:18] A life-changing challenge.

[25:32] How was spending seventeen days in the sea?

[30:40] Dealing with the thoughts.

[34:19] A new perspective on life.

[47:13] What motivates Damien to continue doing challenges?

[1:00:00] What's next?

[1:04:28] Piece of advice for people in the midst of a life transition.

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Confidence is a muscle. While some people may be born with it, many of us had to earn it. In this solo episode I dive into easily applicable ways to build your confidence and embody it fully.

Enjoy,

Traver

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