Order of Man

All of us are dealt a hand, some harder than others. But as my guest today can attest, it's not the hand we're dealt that matters, it's how we play it.Today's conversation is with Nick Santonastasso (who many of you are already probably aware of). He is a bodybuilder, entrepreneur, adventurer, and highly-sought-after public speaker. And, he was born with a debilitating medical condition which left him legless and missing one arm. Today, we talk about overcoming the victim mentality, how to develop confidence, how to view difficult circumstances as a gift, and how to defeat the odds. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Being a man of action Giving without expectations Putting your ego to the side Using the right vocabulary Reframing a victim mentality Filtering out the wrong people How to build confidence Defining your own success Becoming the CEO of your life How to overcome limiting beliefs Facing objective reality Progress within yourself Surrendering your ego Reflecting on your wins Appreciating pain Growing through curiosity NICK SANTONASTASSO As I mentioned earlier, my guest today is Nick Santonastasso. He has got to be one of the most inspiring people that I know and, if you're familiar with him, I think you would likely agree.He was born with a rare medical condition (he's only one of 12 people born with it and 8 of them are dead). It's called Hanhart Syndrom and it kept him from developing his legs and one of his arms.But none of that has stopped him. In fact, if anything, it's propelled him forward as he's taken what would both literally and figuratively cripple most and turned it into something extremely empowering for him and the millions he inspires.He's tried it all from bowling to wrestling to bodybuilding and now, he's speaking up as one of the most sought-after public speakers in the world. And, once you listen to this podcast, I think you'll know why.ORDER OF MAN MAINE EVENT One of the most frequently asked questions I receive is something along the lines of "How do I get my life back on track?" I wish there was an easy answer. There isn't. But, there is a simple one.It's called the Battle Plan and it's a system I've been developing over 10 years to take control of my health, relationships, bank account, this movement, and my life in general.If you've been listening to the podcast over the past month, you've heard me talk about the Order of Man Maine event (held August 10th-11th). Among the like-minded men you'll meet, the challenges we'll participate in, and the activities we have planned, you'll be working on your own Battle Plan to accomplish more in the next 90 days than you potentially have all year.If you know you're meant for more but haven't found the systems and tools to maximize your potential, join us August 10th-11th in Maine for an event designed to give you the network and framework to take complete sovereignty over your life.Head to www.orderofman.com/maineevent to lock in your seat. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Today, I give you six strategies to naturally increase your testosterone levels and why a decrease is happening to the men in our society. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's been working for you. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Today, Kipp Sorensen and I discuss living in an age of distraction, taking time to re-charge, following your gut instinct and so much more… Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Many of us, as men, have ambitions to leave a legacy. What that legacy looks like varies from man to man but ultimately, we all have a desire to leave this world better than when we got here. And, legacy is something my guest, his father, and his father's father know how to create.Today, I'm joined by the President and CEO of Weatherby (American Firearms Manufacturer), Adam Weatherby. He is the grandson of the founder, Roy Weatherby. And, he recently took up the mantle as head of this 70-year-old, third-generation business. Today, we talk about what it took to create, how things evolve over generations, the power of storytelling, and how to create a generational business and legacy. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The beginning of a legacy Leveraging everything A woman's perspective Manufacturing arms Creating a prestigious brand The value of marketing Inspiring dreams Balancing life Taking on leadership Cultural change Respecting history The future generation Leaving the business behind Developing the right skills Owning your mistakes Riding shotgun with dad Delegating leadership Mutual respect Relocating the business ADAM WEATHERBY Today, I'm joined by my friend and the President of Weatherby, Adam Weatherby. I met Adam a couple of years ago through mutual friends at MTNOPS and, in getting to know him, and hearing more about the history of Weatherby and his vision for, I knew we needed to sit down for a conversation.Adam started working at Weatherby more than 20 years ago in tech. support, warranty service, and sales and marketing before leaving after four years to pursue his ambitions to become a pastor. He returned to Weatherby not too long ago and was named President in 2017.I'm inspired by his vision, direction, and leadership with his organization and I think you guys are going to get a glimpse into what it takes to lead a generational business. ORDER OF MAN MAINE EVENT Gents, let me hit the pause button real quick to tell you about our Order of Man Maine event. I hesitate to say, "Meet-Up," because it is so much more than that but if you want to meet me, my co-host, Kipp Sorensen, and my partner in the Order of Man events, Legacy and Uprising, Matthew Arrington, get here August 10-11, 2019 (with an exclusive Iron Council dinner on the 9th).But not only are you going to meet us, you're going to meet 75 other like-minded men who are accomplishing big things with regards to their relationships, wealth, health, and lives. You'll be able to band with, compete with, and learn from these men in two days of instruction and activity designed to give you access to the network and framework for success.You can learn more and register at www.orderofman.com/maineevent Show notes https://www.orderofman.com/225

Today, I share with you four tips to help you live in accordance with your convictions and virtues. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's been working for you. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

My co-host Kipp Sorensen is still on a much-needed vacation and will return next week. I'm fielding questions about regrettable decisions, building small wins, finding significance, and so much more… Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

It seems to me the more that I have conversations on this podcast, the more questions I have rather than the answers I've been seeking. But it's been said that the quality of your life will be determined by the quality of the questions you ask. So, when I have an opportunity to sit down with my friend, Andy Stumpf, to ask some of life's challenging questions, it's always a great discussion.Today, we talk about so many different topics like taking risks (which we've both done with moving our families), developing resilience in our lives, and the never-ending challenges that come with raising kids. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Managing uncertainty Seeking adventure Navigating risk Mental toughness Guiding your children Voluntary hardships Parental balance Toxic masculinity Calibration Frank conversation Consequences of bad decisions Corporate endorsements The power of social media Politics Doing more with less ANDY STUMPF My guest today is my friend, Andy Stumpf. I heard he was making a trip to Maine about a week after I got here so I reached out and scheduled a conversation on this podcast. We had a day of archery, Jiu-Jitsu, a podcast session, and finished it off with a lobster bake with our friends, Pete Roberts, and Brian Littlefield.If you don't know who Andy Stumpf is, he is a retired Navy SEAL, avid bow hunter, and a base jumping, wingsuit flying mad man. But, in addition to that, he's one of the most level-headed men that I know. I think a lot of that has been developed to even out his quest for adventure.You're going to enjoy this one as it's not so much of an interview but two men talking about the challenges and struggles that are part of life. MAINE EVENTI'm sure you've heard by now that we've got our Order of Man Maine event taking place on August 10-11, 2019, with an exclusive Iron Council dinner on the 9th.Our entire goal for the event is to teach you the framework for success in your health, wealth, relationships, and life and, of course, introduce you to a network of men who are all achieving big things in their lives.We've been making plans for the event on my property and to say that I'm extremely excited about what we're putting together is a huge understatement. If you're interested in learning more and locking in a seat at the table, head to www.orderofman.com/maineevent. Again, that's www.orderofman.com/maineevent. But do it quickly as we only have 25 spots remaining. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store Show notes https://www.orderofman.com/224

Today, I share with you three strategies to help you live a more vigilant life as a man. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's been working for you. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Today, I'm running solo. My co-host Kipp Sorensen is on vacation. I'll discuss how to make peace with your past, when to offer advice, identifying the ultimate objective, and so much more… Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Someone in your life has likely wronged you in some way. Whether or not you've learned to forgive that individual is another question. I think we all know that learning to forgive others is a liberating practice, but that's easier said than done. Today, I am joined by Andrew O'Brien to talk about his quest for forgiveness. I don't want to ruin the conversation for you, but his mother made national news when she killed Andrew's stepfather, asked him to cover it up, and attempted to pin it on his brother. We cover why forgiveness is crucial for men, how to take the first steps, elements to include on the "forgiveness journey," and finally finding a way to forgive. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Walking to freedom Emotional trauma Anger and resentment Childhood memories A newfound appreciation Estranged brothers Holding on to animosity The ultimate objective Always pleasing others Finding happiness in the wrong places Public criticism Emotional abuse Bigger ambitions Growing up as a victim Re-engineering forgiveness ANDREW O'BRIEN Today I am joined by my friend, Andrew O'Brien. Andrew and I have been friends for a couple of years, but he recently told me about a journey to forgive that he has decided to take (In fact, he begins his official journey tomorrow as of the release of this podcast). Also, as he shared part of his story with me, I couldn't help but think how powerful this would be for the men of the Order. I know forgiveness is an issue that many men in the Facebook Group and the Iron Council bring up. You don't need to take notes or anything on this conversation, but please listen to Andrew's incredible story about his mother and his path to forgiving her. I hope his discussion helps you in some way. MAINE EVENT Gents, I'm finally able to give you all the details you need to get up here for a meetup/event/experience on our new property in Maine. I've been thinking about this for the last six months (since I knew we were moving here) and I'm stoked to get you here. It's going to be held August 10 – 11, 2019 (and an exclusive Iron Council dinner on the 9th) and over the course of two days, I'm going to give you access to the framework and network you need to thrive in your life. We'll have activities designed to push and test you, presentations in each of the four quadrants we cover here in Order of Man, and opportunities to band with other like-minded men who want to achieve big things in their lives as well. We only have 30 spots remaining so, head to www.orderofman.com/maineevent to secure your spot. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store Show notes www.orderofman.com/223