Ep 22: Dan Doty on Slowing Down & Connecting Outdoors

Dan Doty is a somatic meditation teacher, men's coach, wilderness guide, husband, and father. He has taken thousands of men into the outer and inner wilderness, guiding them to vulnerably accept their humanity and connect to each other. He currently coaches CEOs, founders, and teams and runs programs and groups for fathers based on embodiment, leadership, and accessing one's inner wildness.

Quotes:

"Get outside and slow down""We learn who we are in the outdoors"

Topics Discussed:

Early days of adulthood & workingMoving to New York & a quarter-life crisisDan's involvement with MeateaterGetting started in film & media Learning how to tell stories & build brandsFeeling at home in natureBreaking down barriers & being vulnerable The origins of EvrymanPassion, mission, & paying the billsDeveloping awareness through the wildernessFeeling safe & belonging Constant stimuli FatherhoodMen's Group & traumaConservation & what's neededMost memorable outdoor experience Essential gear

Resources Mentioned:

Dan DotyEvrymanDan's TEDx TalkDan's Instagram MeateaterMeateater episode: KY Elk HuntRemi WarrenSteve RinellaThe Wild WithinJoe RoganOwen MarcusRandy Newberg Apex PredatorTravel ChannelZero Point ZeroSportsman ChannelKnights of ColumbusNature Needs HalfThe Wild FoundationManKind ProjectSeek OutsideArcteryxMystery Ranch Backpacks P CordBook: Spiral DynamicsBook: Grow Up

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