92: Mindfulness and Masculinity: Insights from Michael O'Brien | The Modern Man Podcast

The Modern Man Podcast

English - February 28, 2024 12:15 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 55 ratings
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In this episode, Ted Thayton interviews Michael O'Brien, a bestselling author and speaker, about his journey of resilience and personal growth after a life-altering accident. Michael shares his experience of rebuilding his identity and finding gratitude and mindfulness as tools to navigate stress and adversity. He emphasizes the importance of slowing down and being present to fully experience life's moments. Michael also discusses the role of mindfulness in endurance races and performances and offers practical advice for starting a mindfulness practice. The conversation concludes with reflections on the importance of emotional range and connection in defining masculinity.

Takeaways

Practicing gratitude helps shift perspective and appreciate what we have.

Mindfulness can change our relationship with stress and enhance performance.

Starting small and making mindfulness a daily habit can lead to a more peaceful and intentional life.

Embracing emotional range and connection is essential in redefining masculinity.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction and Gratitude Practice

(03:03) Michael O'Brien's Last Bad Day

(06:52) The Importance of Slowing Down

(09:45) Changing Relationship with Stress

(12:39) Practicing Gratitude and Mindfulness

(16:54) Mindfulness in Endurance Races and Performance