December 8, 2022

So many of us live under the illusion that, what's holding us back from fixing our problem is some hidden key, some new information that we need to find, or figure out. In this email, I'm going to share a short video I shot yesterday, where I use a simple, single analogy to prove that's not true. 

When it comes to our deep problems -- things like dysfunctional habits and addictions -- I believe the problem is almost never one of information. The problem is that we don't act on what we know. The solutions are often simple, and based on fundamental principles. They're usually not all that complicated. But we just don't do them.

We struggle to act on what we know we should be doing because of one, or a combination of these factors:

(a) We don't think the problem is serious enough to warrant exerting all the effort -- or going through all the struggle or pain -- that we know the obvious solution will require, or ...

(b) We struggle to implement the thing because we lack the support and encouragement to keep going with it. Too many distractions and discouragements come our way, and so we fall off track

I can't emphasize enough how strong I believe this. In fact, this principle lies at the heart of pretty much everything I do as a spiritual leader in my church, and in my coaching and teaching with others. 

Watch the video below -- it'll take you three and half minutes -- and see if you agree.

Personal Update

I hope this email finds you well. We are winding up our first season of the Renewed Man Boot Camp, and are looking forward to hosting more groups in the new year. You can find out more be going here: Renewed Man Boot Camp. The response has been really positive and encouraging.

Having Me Speak at Your Event

For the past months, I have been mono-focused on creating the Renewed Man Boot camp, working through the pilot program, and then launching it this Fall. 

Doing this work, and especially preparing for the "911 for Men" teaching series, I have learned a lot about the challenges and needs of men today. 

Now I'm going to turn my attention to bringing this message out to churches, Celebrate Recovery communities, and other community gatherings. 

If I can be helpful to you in your context by being able to say some things as an outsider that need to be said, I'd love to help you in that way. Be blessed!