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Why do men struggle? with Greg Wanberg Episode #119


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Episode #119 - Why do men struggle?


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Summary


In this conversation, John Grdina and Greg Wanberg discuss the importance of helping fathers who are struggling and the power of transformation. Greg shares his personal journey of overcoming suicidal thoughts and finding purpose in helping others. They emphasize the need for men to break the cycle of negative behaviors and beliefs and take action to become the fathers and husbands they want to be. They also highlight the role of faith, scripture, and community in this process. This conversation explores the importance of fatherhood and the role of men in society. It emphasizes the impact that fathers have on their children and the responsibility they have to support and protect their families. The conversation also highlights the need for men to seek help and support, and the choice they have to be remembered as heroes or to pass their pain onto their children. Ultimately, it encourages men to live fulfilling lives and to answer to a higher purpose.


Takeaways


  • Men who are struggling should seek help and support to break the cycle of negative behaviors and beliefs.

  • Transformation and growth require facing and overcoming pain and challenges.

  • Believing in and visualizing the father you want to be can help guide your actions and decisions.

  • Faith, scripture, and community can provide guidance, strength, and support on the journey to becoming a better father and husband. Fatherhood is a crucial role that should be honored and embraced.

  • Men have a responsibility to be strong, supportive, and protective for their families.

  • The absence of a father figure can have negative consequences on children's lives.

  • Men need to seek help and support to overcome their own struggles and be better fathers.

  • Living a fulfilling life and answering to a higher purpose is essential for men.


  • Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Background

    01:47 Greg's Passion for Helping Fathers

    09:08 The Power of Suffering and Transformation

    12:01 The Importance of Service and Purpose

    19:54 Why Men Struggle to Take Action

    25:09 Identifying and Overcoming Lies

    31:01 The Role of Faith and Scripture

    40:21 Visualizing the Father You Want to Be

    44:07 The Importance of Support and Community

    44:47 The Importance of Fatherhood

    45:30 The Role of Men in Society

    46:15 The Impact of Fathers on Their Children

    47:31 Taking Responsibility for Your Family

    48:47 Supporting and Trusting Other Men

    49:45 Seeking Help and Support

    50:45 The Choice to Be Remembered

    52:03 Living a Fulfilling Life

    52:52 Answering to God

    53:37 The Consequences of Inaction

    54:19 Gratitude and Friendship



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