Jake and Brett are taking time off for summer vacation and want the listeners of the podcast to enjoy the break as well. They also remind us that you can take this time as an opportunity to catch up on all the episodes of the show that you may have missed. Have a blessed Summer. We will see you in the Fall!

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In part 2 of our "Life Compass" series, Jake and Brett dive further into discussion about personal values, virtues & leaving a legacy. They talk about "eulogy virtues" and what they mean for how we conduct ourselves today. They also touch on charisms, perfectionism & regulating our emotions.

Key Points

1. Exploration of personal values & charisms

2. Having eulogy virtues, not only resumé virtues

3. What kind of legacy do you want to leave for your family?

4. Integrating our virtues and values

5. "Perfection becomes the obstacle to progress" -Brett

6. Having emotions regulated by reason

7. JPII as a model for masculinity

References Build My Life Compass WebsiteDavid Brooks "Road to Character"

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Brett has a project called the "Life Compass" that he has been working on for many years. Jake invites him to share where this idea came from & how it has transformed his life. In this two part series, Jake & Brett discuss how to integrate your personal & professional life, live based on your virtues and so much more. Enjoy!

Key Points

1. An exploration of Brett's new venture/retreat called "Life Compass"

2. Where this idea originated in Brett's life

3. What are the most important things in your life?

4. Integrating our personal and professional lives

5. Compass vs. Clock mentality

6. "Direction matters more than speed." -Brett

References The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen CoveyBuild My Life Compass Website

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Jake and Brett interview Ralph Martin, the president of Renewal Ministries, which is an organization devoted to Catholic renewal and evangelization. Ralph is also the host of the long running television show "The Choices We Face." This conversation discusses the state of the Catholic church in the United States today and explores the role of modern men in today's world, culture and Church.

Key Points

1. Key moments in developing your heart as a man for the Lord

2. Giving our "yes" to the Lord

3. An overview of "Fulfillment of All Desire", Ralph's book combining the best of many Catholic spiritualities

4. Ralph's insights into what is going on in the modern Church

5. How to discern the difference between truth and heresy

6. The importance of knowing Scripture to know the real Jesus

7. The role of men in the modern Church and culture

References The Magnificat WebsiteRenewal Ministries WebsiteThe Fulfillment of All DesireRenewal Ministries YouTube Channel

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In this conversation with prolific author and renowned educator George Weigel, Jake and Brett talk through a number of extremely important topics regarding modern man, faith & culture. George shares his deep knowledge and understanding of the Church and its connection with the ever-changing cultures through his lifetime. They also discuss what was actually taught at Vatican II & the wisdom found in the teachings of Pope St. John Paul II.

Key Points

1. How the landscape of Catholicism in culture has changed during George's life

2. The Catholic view of sexuality vs. the modern thought on sexuality

3. What actually happened with Vatican II and common misconceptions

4. Pope St. John Paul II's view on modern masculinity

5. Lessons from the story of the prodigal son

6. Letter about Pope John Paul II written by George Weigel

7. St Pope John Paul II's talk on penance

References George's WebsiteGeorge's Books

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Jake and Brett wrap up the season reflecting on all that they heard from their great guests throughout this series about the Good Life. They discuss the themes that tied many of the episodes from this season together like the importance of brotherhood & seeking truth. At the end, they give a sneak preview of what to look forward to next season.

Key Points

1. Revisiting the highlights from the guests this season

2. The importance of brotherhood for living the Good Life

3. Living according to truth, no matter what the culture is telling us

4. How we can help our children live the Good Life

5. Discussing resources people can use to better live the Good Life

6. Introduction of the theme for the next season

References John Eldredge Books & PodcastJordan Peterson Books & Podcast"Live Not by Lies" by Rod DreherGeorge Wiegel's Book on Vatican II "To Sanctify the World""Ordering Your Private World" by Gordon MacDonaldWide Open Spaces Podcast

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Jake and Brett talk with Father Boniface Hicks, a monk who serves as the director of The Institute for Ministry Formation at St Vincent Seminary in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. He is also Jake's spiritual director. :) This conversation dives deep into this season's topic of "the Good Life?" from the perspective of a monk. The guys talk about the different ways to be a man and how the lives of the saints contrasts with how society tells us to live.

Key Points

1. What the good life looks like in the priesthood/religious life.

2. Learning from the saints about what life can look like.

3. Dealing with repetitive tasks as a priest, husband and father and how to keep our hearts in it.

4. What it means to let yourself be loved.

5. The false pursuits people often follow that don't actually lead to happiness.

6. Why St. Joseph is a strong male role model.

7. Being overwhelmed in inadequacy.

Key Quotes "Love until it hurts and then there is no more hurt & only more love." Mother Theresa

"St. Joseph was perpetually inadequate but never weak." -Jake

References Fr. Boniface's WebsiteThe Institute for Ministry Formation @ Saint Vincent Seminary

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In this episode of Way of the Heart, Jake & Brett are joined by long time friend, Peter White. Peter is a Registered Clinical Counselor that has known Jake professionally for years and watched Brett hoop during his prime basketball years. They discuss a wide variety of topics including the beauty and difficulties of marriage, how men and women respond differently to conflict, how conflict can lead to great things & the importance of good fathers. This is one of our deepest conversations yet and we hope that it speaks to your heart.

Key Points

1. The beauty and difficulties of marriage.

2. A discussion about how people, especially men, get married without an understanding of what it takes for a marriage to thrive.

3. Trends in boy's/men's personal growth since the feminist movement

4. Psychologically, men tend to have a fight or flight mentality. Women tend to have a tend and mend mentality. This dates back to the earliest humans. Men tend to fight alone. Women work together.

5. Conflict in marriage can be generative.

6. The importance of fatherhood. Inviting our sons to something higher by letting them punch a little above their weight.

7. The distorted desire to build an empire instead of serving your neighbor.

8. How to drop the facade and get to more of your true self.

Key Quotes

"Most men are far more sensitive than they let on." -Peter

"Your wife cannot fully understand the contents of your heart if you're shouting at her." -Peter

References Peter's Website Warren Farrell's Website

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In this episode of Way of the Heart, Jake and Brett are joined by a close friend of the show, Dr. Christopher West. Christopher is a renowned Catholic author and speaker on the topic of human sexuality. This conversation touches on many topics that appear in our everyday lives. The guys also address the temptations of worldly desires and how they give a false sense of what is considered good. Dr. West shares several examples from his life experiences about what "the good life" has meant to him and the lessons he has learned in his personal life and professional training.

Key Points

1. The modern idea of the good life that is pushed on us in today's culture is actually a lie

2. There is always going to be an unreachable ideal of what society expects you to be

3. Having security in yourself as it comes from the Father

4. A discussion of the 4 levels of happiness

5. The idea of the good life being a journey

References Dr. West's Website

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Jake and Brett sit down this week and speak with Dr John Bergsma. Dr. Bergsma is a professor at Franciscan University and one of the leading Scripture scholars in the nation. The guys talk about "The Good Life" and how it relates to Dr. Bergsma's personal faith and professional expertise. They touch on how the Catholic faith allows people to connect with the Father through both Scripture & Tradition and what cultivating a deeper relationship with the Lord might look like.

Key Points

1. Why we need more than just the Bible as Catholics. How Scripture and Tradition work hand in hand.

2. What it means for a man to have access to his heart and how that awareness helps us to grow into better men.

3. What the good life means to Dr. Bergsma

4. Maximilian Kolbe - What is sin?

5. We are loved by a God that wants to be our Father

6. What is the weight of the word "good?"

7. Making "Nourish and Cherish" a central part of your relationships

References Dr. Bergsma's Website

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