Jason Khalipa Podcast 055: Faith, Vulnerability, and Mental Health with Nathan Mansfield
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Jun 17, 2024 Nathan Mansfield, founder of Crucible and a former special forces member, shares his transformative journey from a chaotic childhood to finding faith and purpose. He emphasizes the importance of genuine support and vulnerability among men, advocating for mental health awareness. Discussing the balance of love in parenting, Nathan reveals how unconditional affirmation shapes self-worth. He also promotes daily habits, like reading Proverbs, as essential for spiritual growth. The conversation highlights the power of community in navigating life's challenges.
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Wake-Up Call
- Nathan Mansfield woke up in a duck blind in his living room with a rifle after a blackout.
- This sparked his realization that he needed to change his life and led him to join the military.
Saved by a Sign
- Nathan, facing divorce, business troubles, and despair, contemplated suicide.
- He saw the number 444 repeatedly, interpreting it as a sign from God to persevere.
Finding Faith Through Relationships
- After his near-suicide experience, Nathan explored faith through dating.
- Two women introduced him to devotionals and church, leading him to Christianity.
