In this episode, Brian, Matt, and Drew explore what it means to approach life with a curious and gracious posture—especially toward ourselves.

Together, they unpack:

• How curiosity helps overcome shame and interrupts the judgmental, critical tone we often direct inward

• Why extending compassion to ourselves makes space for new emotional growth

• How practicing curiosity in our own inner world naturally shapes the way we show up for our kids, leading to more patient and connected parenting

It’s a truly vulnerable conversation as Brian, Drew & Matt share how they are embracing curiosity in real time.

In this episode, Brian, Matt, and Drew sit down for a fun and deep conversation about how visualization can help us work against old mental loops and limiting beliefs we’ve carried for years. They also dive into how creative impulses stretch us into new and vulnerable pursuits. Finally they talk about feeling “less than” — and practical ways to see the world outside of comparison and competition.

Resources Mentioned

Brian’s Comedy One-Man ShowMillennial Meets Midlife — a comedy show based on Brian’s 40th birthday spiral in a Starbucks drive-thru, where comedy meets honesty about midlife sadness, career struggle, and finding new perspective in the most unexpected places. Watch on YouTube

Marco Polo Men’s Mental Health EventA powerful gathering focused on authentic connection and the pursuit of emotional wellbeing for men. Watch the Event Here

Visualize: Think, Feel, Perform Like the Top 1% by Maya Raichoora Check it out Here

We are starting Season 4 and today’s episode opens up a conversation on integration—living a whole, aligned life. Brian, Matt and Drew share big life updates and personal stories of unraveling and rediscovery, exploring how therapy, job changes, and midlife reflections have pushed them to integrate their lives in a more coherent and honest story.

What part of your life is asking to be integrated right now? Growth, healing and opportunity are available through this difficult but worthwhile journey.

Brene Brown article mentioned in the podcast.

Midlife Unraveling

How many of our disappointments come from having expectations for the way things “should” be? And how do expectations negatively impact our relationships?

Here at the start of the new year, the guys take a deep dive into a better approach for how we relate to the future, the present and the relationships we value most. Special guest Margaret Reynolds (Matt’s wife) joins us for the second half of the conversation and brings incredible perspective into the mix.

Link to Matt’s new podcast is here

Barista Saves Worst 40th Birthday

https://medium.com/@brianburchik/barista-saves-worst-40th-birthday-7027e8e6e845

Free Course for men on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@OwnYourGreatnesspod/playlists

Email us at wnafpod@gmail.com

In today’s episode, Brian shares with Matt and Drew the story of his uniquely bad 40th birthday and the struggle of feeling like you’re not where you’re “supposed to be” in life. This story involves a magical rock, a PT Cruiser, a Starbucks barista and a lot of hope for anyone going through a painful season.

Brian’s 40th Birthday reflection on Medium https://medium.com/@brianburchik/barista-saves-worst-40th-birthday-7027e8e6e845

Free Course for men on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@OwnYourGreatnesspod/playlists

In today’s episode Brian, Matt and Drew dive into their own experiences with self doubt and changing dynamics with confidence as they get older. If you ever find yourself doubting your decision making or your abilities, you will find a lot of encouragement in today's episode.

To view our video course for men visit ⁠⁠www.ownyourgreatness.net ⁠⁠

In today’s episode, we dive into the elusive topic of men crying and why it can be so hard and rare for many men to express their big emotions.

Brian, Matt and Drew dive into their own recent experiences with crying that include a big ugly cry at an elementary school, a surprise cry while recording a Marco Polo video message in a parking lot and a big regret of holding back tears at a major life event. Let’s dive into the vulnerability of crying!

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Join us April 11th for our next "OYG Community Zoom Gathering" from 8:15-9:30pm EST.

In today's episode, Matt connects with a dear friend, Taylor Fontenot, to discuss the issues they’re facing in midlife and how to better connect with those around us. They’re not mental health experts by any means, but they are two people who care deeply and want to help others navigate these challenging seasons of life. Taylor joins from Berlin, Germany and brings some perspective on mental health struggles from abroad, which brings both of them to contemplate if we need a buddy system to endure the ups and downs we’re all facing.

Warning: Matt and Taylor have both had friends die by suicide and they discuss this in hopes of bringing more light to the conversation and helping others know they are not alone.

Questjons, feedback, want to connect? Please email us at wnafpod@gmail.com. You can find Taylor on Instagram @taylorbfontenot and Matt @matt___reynolds. Thanks for listening!

Resources:

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Dial 988 or 1 (800) 273-8255. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in both English and Spanish.

Outside the US? Please click here for a list of international hotlines: http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

Tim Ferriss’ blog post “Some Practical Thoughts About Suicide”:

https://tim.blog/2015/05/06/how-to-commit-suicide/

Own Your Greatness Men’s Course: https://ownyourgreatness.podia.com/