The Importance of Being Present

The quality of your relationships is the single most important thing for your health and happiness. Relationships are more important than exercise, nutrition, sleep, and even your genetics. 

But there are many men silently struggling with their relationships. 

we tend to shy away from our most vulnerable emotions, and by doing so we actually prevent ourselves from creating a “higher love relationship,” where every day your relationship plants new seeds of happiness, love, and connection. 

Not to mention, without a foundation of self-love, true love and connection evades us (even if we have a successful career, good finances, and an enviable physique). 

That’s why I invited Emilio Palafox, the founder of Relationship Renegades, onto today’s show of the Better Man Podcast. After hitting rock bottom, Emilio recognized that he didn’t love himself, and went on a journey to restore his self-love. 

The result?

He came out of rock bottom with a new perspective, which unlocked a level of connection and love in his relationships that he never experienced before. Now he’s sharing his relationship secrets with you… 

In this episode, Emilio and I discuss: 

• Why triggers are gifts that can deepen your relationship with your partner 
• Scientifically proven ways to feel more connection and love in all your relationships
• Why men need other men to “break” around and show their vulnerable side 
• The 3 most important foundational seeds you must plant if you want your relationship to blossom 

And so much more. 

Ready to discover the secrets of creating a “higher love relationship” and tapping into an infinite state of bliss?  

Listen now. 

Show highlights include: 

• Relationships are more important to your health than genetics, exercising, and nutrition—here’s how to improve yours… (4:21) 
• The “triggers are a gift” mindset shift that dramatically improves your happiness in a relationship (5:42) 
• The weird way trying to make your partner feel better backfires and plants a seed of resentment (10:38) 
• How to have exponential growth in your relationship by simply realizing one key fact (14:35) 
• The “Ego Self” secret for ditching the false relationship stories in your head before they sabotage your relationship (28:37) 
• How to grow your relationship in a fun and lighthearted way by having “Love Routines” (32:05) 
• The 5-minute “eye gazing” activity that creates a profound connection between you and your partner (even during tough times) (35:58) 
• How to practice self-love in your daily life so you show up with a full cup for your relationships (43:32) 
• Why building your “Internal Real Estate” can unlock an intense feeling of bliss you can access at any time (and how practicing silence helps you build it) (1:03:55) 
• The poisonous way men build barriers which prevents love from pouring into you (and how to break down these walls) (1:09:21) 
• The 100% fail proof way to reduce your stress levels to zero in 5 minutes (or less) (1:24:37) 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

1. Relationship Renegades: Need help making your relationship healthier and more fulfilling? Check out Emilio’s site here, Relationship Renegades and save 25% with code MFY. Click here: https://relationshiprenegades.durable.co/ 

2. The Relationship Playground Retreat: Discover the secrets to building a “higher love relationship” where connection and love flow through you and your partner during this Costa Rica Relationship Retreat on September 22-26th. Only 8 spots left, learn more and sign up here: https://www.seekdharma.com/trips/the-relationship-playground-retreat-2/  

3. Birddogs: Need a new pair of the most comfortable shorts in the world? Try Birddogs shorts using our link, and get a free tumbler with your purchase: http://manflowyoga.com/birddogs  

Related Episodes: 

Ep 41: 3 Practices to Strengthen Your Relationship (from Personal Experience)

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