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In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses 6 steps to help us come back after a loss. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Accept that we’ve lost something Sit with and process it Extract the lessons that can be learned from it Apply those lessons in a measurable way Have selective memory Accept the wins   Battle Planners are back in stock. Pick yours up today!   Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto.   For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood.   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Kipp Sorensen and Shawn Villalovos take on your questions from the Iron Council and the Order of Man Facebook group. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   (0:00) Episode intro⠀ (2.55) Do you guys “every day carry?” And if so, what do you carry? (8:40) What is your go-to tactic to switch from work mode to dad mode? (18:40) How should I approach my relationship with a new step daughter (toddler) who spends every other weekend with her father? (29:30) In leadership, are you guided to lead by standards or principles? Do you guys think one is better to use as a baseline over the other? (42:20) What is the best training to do on days that I cant attend a BJJ class? (47:20) Do you have any tips for someone who struggles to get along with other men and tends to get prideful and become a lone wolf? (1:02:30) Do you have any tips for keeping a stoic mindset when it feels like you can’t catch a break?     Subscribe to the Orde

It’s clear by now the stigma that once surrounded psychedelics has lost some of its power. With the use of psychedelics like Psilocybin, Ayahuasca, and even LSD becoming much more mainstream through personalities like Joe Rogan and all we hear about “plant-medicine,” from some of the most influential people today, it’s time we all start taking a closer look at the ins and outs, pros and cons, and features and setbacks of the world of psychedelics. Today I am joined by Matt Zemon, a Master in Medical Science in both psychology and neuroscience, and author of his latest book, Psychedelics for Everyone. I am naturally a bit of a skeptic so I took that approach on a topic I admittedly don’t know a whole lot about. We discuss why the stigma around psychedelics and how did that come to be, the use of psychedelics to treat shame, blame, and guilt and other symptoms of “treatment resistant PTSD,” how psychedelics have been used to help people overcome crippling alcohol and drug addiction, the spiritual journey one

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses the concept of “leadership eclipsing” and breaks down why we need to and how we can avoid this. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Why to avoid eclipsing: Your team members cannot grow if you are sucking up all of the resources If you are sucking everything up and your team cant grow, you can’t grow either Your mission can’t expand   How to avoid eclipsing your people The leader is NOT the center of the universe If other people win, you win Leaders create leaders Leaders deflect light and absorb darkness Exercise humility   Tactics to empower others: Give responsibility to others Don’t solve people’s problems Communicate effectively Praise and critique   Battle Planners are back in stock. Pick yours up today!   Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto.   For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood.   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in you

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen, joining live from France, take on your questions from the Iron Council and the Order of Man Facebook group. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   (0:00) Episode intro⠀ (8:00) Is there a specific book that you revisit every year because of the enjoyment that it brings? (12:40) How can I determine when setting boundaries is being selfish? (26:20) How can a man lead a loved one through their anger and anxiety issues? (35:20) What do you feel are the hallmark traits of an effective leader? (47:40) How can I help support a buddy who is in a toxic relationship with his girlfriend and her family? (54:20) Considering the increasing confusion around gender roles, what are some future potential challenges you see for masculine men? (57:20) How do you know when you are following God’s will? (1:03:30) What strategies have you found to discourage young kids from being aggressive? (1:07:20) What ar

The most powerful benefit of this podcast is that each and every week, we get to listen to ultra-successful men, learn what makes them tick, hear which pitfalls to avoid, and simply apply those beneficial lessons into our own lives. And, my guest today is someone imminently qualified to impart his hard-fought wisdom on both the professional and personal front. He is serial entrepreneur, Vic Keller. And, today, we talk about the power of utilizing our instinct (and how it can be developed), intentionality, and innovation to create long-lasting results in our lives. We also cover the difference between gurus and guides (and how to spot each), a simple formula for how the human operating system works, why you should strongly consider hiring mentors, how to decide what defines you, and so much more.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   Starting with a side hustle Creating teams Hiring talent leads to margin in your life Build up others, not just yourself The business can be all about you Guru vs. guide Understanding discernmen

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses why it’s important to break the rules occasionally and provides SEVEN factors to consider when deciding whether its time to break the rules. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Understand your motive Look at ethical, moral, legal implications Consider why the rule is in place Look at commander’s intent Are they general guidelines rather than specific rules Are you willing to deal with the consequences Consider the fallout   Battle Planners are back in stock. Pick yours up today!   Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto.   For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood.   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen, joining live from France, take on your questions from the Iron Council and the Order of Man Facebook group. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   (0:00) Episode intro⠀ (12:20) How do I deal with my wife making decisions behind my back and becoming irritated when I bring it up to her? (23:00) Are there resources available to help a teenager get ton the path? (25:00) What is your take on “staying together for the  kids?” (36:00) How do you flip the switch between “I want to get my wife back” and “I’m ready to start dating again?” (45:00) How do I deal with cutting toxic in-laws loose from interacting with your children? (59:00) How do you guard against burnout and fatigue as you are working to become the man you are meant to be? (1:06:00) Any recommended reading on emotional intelligence?     Battle Planners are back in stock. Pick yours up today!   Get your signed copy of Ryan's new b

We’re all familiar with the Warrior Archetype. Many men listening to this podcast embody what it means to be a warrior. But if we are exclusively warriors in our approach to life, we can easily overlook the more gentle, meeker virtues that make us well-rounded men. My guest today is a man intimately familiar with the balance between the lion and the lamb, the warrior and the poet. His name is John Lovell and he is the author of The Warrior Poet Way: A Guide to Living Free and Dying Well. Today, John and I talk about striking the balance between both, how we’re neither exclusively warrior or exclusively poet, how to become not just dangerous in the physical realm but also dangerous in our virtue, how humility heals everything, overcoming a crisis of identity, and why if there is nothing to protect there is no need for men, and the proper time and place for displaying vulnerability.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   The concept of the warrior poet We are lacking both warriors and poets in society Jesus is the eternal war

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses 8 strategies to help us navigate challenging and uncertain times in life. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Look at life as an adventure Recognize that there will be setbacks Build in contingency plans Look at life with a long term perspective Detach from the situation Have trusted advisors around you Evaluate our choices Draw from your past experiences   Battle Planners are back in stock. Pick yours up today!   Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto.   For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood.   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen, joining live from France, take on your questions from the Iron Council and the Order of Man Facebook group. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   (0:00) Episode intro⠀ (4:30) How can I lead my family in terms of “vibe,” mood, or energy? (11:50) How do you reconcile having your individual sovereignty being a man without coming off as selfish? (19:00) Since writing the book “Sovereignty,” how has your view of the concept changed? (29:40) what are some strategies to help lead our wives through a hard miscarriage, while having the sovereignty to address our own issues? (36:20) How has the time with your children been since separating from your wife? (44:00) How have you dealt with burnout and continued to push through to reach your objectives?   Battle Planners are back in stock. Pick yours up today!   Get your signed copy of Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto   For more informa

We’re all tempted, at times, to cut corners, to take the path of least resistance, and to do work less than we’re capable of doing. It’s easy to do in this easily distracted, overly-stimulated environment we all operate in. My guest today, former Navy SEAL, Remi Adeleke is a prime example of doing work right despite our desire to take the easy route. Author of his latest book, Chameleon, Hollywood director and consultant, and TV reality show star, Remi knows what he wants, what he doesn’t, and how to pursue everything with an eye towards exceptionalism and mastery. Today, we talk about not becoming a “one-note guy,” getting over Fear of Missing Out when declining opportunities, why writing is one of the best ways to articulate your thoughts, why it’s a mistake to write off the success of others, and timeless advice he learned from his mom like the mantra, “Whatever you do, do it right.”   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   Doing it all Make yourself indispensable Creating a fantasy world from your own real world experience

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses FOUR strategies to help men become better fathers and shed the baggage handed down by our own fathers. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Recognize that our dads are not superhuman Be realistic about what elements you want to take from your own father Review the work that we are doing Think about what your kids need   Membership in the Iron Council is currently open for a limited time. Get more info here. Battle Planners are back in stock. Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler takes on your questions from the Iron Council and the Order of Man Facebook group. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   (0:00) Episode intro⠀ (2:50) Is there a point where you decide that your objective is not working and it should be adjusted or is that an individual decision? (6:20) Can you share your thoughts on building and following through on a first-time Battle Plan? (8:20) Is there a difference between doing the Battle Plan on the app or in the journal vs. just keeping track in a journal? (12:00) Is it best to build your objectives on the previous quarter, or should you bounce around, as long as it moves you toward your vision? (15:00) What does your battle plan look like for Q3? (19:00) How can I incorporate a side hustle into my battle plan, while having a full time career? (21:00) Any advice for a new Iron Council member? (23:00) Can “nutrition” alone be an objective for the condition quadra

Every one of us has experienced trauma of some sort in our lives. Some more challenging scenarios than others. But it does no good to compare our own circumstances with others, only what those who seem to be able to manage and work past the difficulties of life can teach us. Combat Rescue Helicopter Pilot, Lt. Colonel Brian Slade joins me on today to talk about strategies he’s learned and developed for overcoming some of the worst scenarios he and others have overcome in their lives. We discuss the concept of “chair flying” as a method for anticipating and preparing for traumatic events, the difference between those who adapt to challenge and those who don’t, why we as men need to wrap our heads around “operating in the ugly,” overcoming festering emotional wounds, and how to triumph over trauma.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   “Just get over it” its not great advice Stress inoculation and “chair flying” Gratitude and perspective Don’t mistake the gunfight (finite) for the mountains (infinite) Perspective creates your

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses SEVEN areas that, if approached with intentionality and consistency, will drastically improve your life. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Eat right Move your body Self reflect (Journaling) Connecting with a purpose Serve other people Be smart with your money Find joy   Membership in the Iron Council is currently open for a limited time. Get more info here. Battle Planners are back in stock. Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Kipp Sorensen and Shawn Villalovos take on your questions from the Order of Man Facebook group. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   (0:00) Episode intro⠀ (11:50) As a father whom has lost 4 children to miscarriage since 2015, is it acceptable to be bothered by people not including me into fathers day thoughts? Or is that just projecting as I can't expect them to remember as my kids are not standing next to me? (26:00) I’m a step dad to a 14-year-old daughter. I’ve been in her life for 8 years, but still haven’t found that connection. What are your thoughts on helping to build that bond? (34:40) What can I do to repair the relationship with my older children? (43:20) How do you balance or navigate being a new business owner and your family? (47:30) How do you navigate being a father that is present in your kids life’s while spending the time necessary to grow a business, volunteer, be there for them men in your bat

Child sex trafficking literally permeates every corner of the globe. It’s despicable, it’s nasty, and it’s a growing trend, even in 2023. Where most men recognize problems in this world, few are willing to put their own careers and lives on the line to create solutions. My guest today is built different. His name is Tim Ballard and he is the founder of Operation Underground Railroad which exists to rescue children from dangerous and despicable sex rings. Today, we talk about what a truly compassionate border policy would look like, the hyper-sexualization of the world and the degeneracy it leads to, how unintended policy incentives often make problems worse, why evil lurks behind the concept of tolerance, and his latest film uncovering the underground child sex trade, Sound of Freedom.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   The U.S. is one of the top consumers of child sexual material Open borders are contributing to the problem Its not easy to profile child sexual predators Pornography is a gateway Sex work is the antithes

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler provides a 5-step framework to help you ensure that the way you are thinking and the steps you are taking are going to foster and bolster success in your life, and not hinder it. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Take inventory of where you are in life Foster and empower positive thoughts and eradicate negatives thoughts Go where producers are Be vigilant of the input going into your mind Gratitude and service     Battle Planners are back in stock. Pick yours up today!   Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto.   For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood.   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Kipp Sorensen and Shawn Villalovos take on your questions from the Order of Man Facebook group. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   (0:00) Episode intro⠀ (7:05) How do I encourage my son to overcome apprehension about moving to a new town and even embrace the move? (17:30) Can you provide some help with crafting my vision? (32:00) How did you grow the Iron Council from 20 men to 100? (41:00) What advice can you provide on balancing time with my fiancé and child and my own personal growth and fitness after recently having our first child? (45:30) What have you learned from the process of building a home and how can you apply this to your life in the future? (54:50) Any tips on public speaking? (1:06:00) When are you reopening the Iron Council again?   Membership in the Iron Council opens up on Thursday, June 15, for a limited time. Get more info here.   Battle Planners are back in stock. Pick yours up today!   Get