The Over 40 Alpha Podcast Episode 165 - The Five Pillars of a Fulfillment-Centric Life with Bernie Borges
Ever feel like you're crushing it in one part of your life… but totally lost in another?
Maybe your career’s on point, but your health is falling apart. Or your workouts are solid, but your relationships feel flat. Or maybe you’ve hit 50, and suddenly you’re wondering, “What’s my purpose now?”
This episode is your guide to getting clear.
I sat down with Bernie Borges—67 years young, healthy, thriving, and straight-up radiating wisdom—to break down the five pillars every man needs to focus on to build a life of true fulfillment.
Bernie’s not just talking theory—he’s lived it. Husband, father, podcaster, business leader, and founder of Thrive Media, he’s stacked up decades of wins, failures, pivots, and aha moments. And he’s now on a mission to help men like you find clarity and purpose at every stage of life.
This convo hit hard. Real talk about loneliness, the power of male friendships, how to know if you’re actually fulfilled or just coasting, and how to make changes that last.
This one’s a mindset shift. Don’t miss it.
Timestamps:
09:52 Bernie's origin story and journey to the five pillars
12:32 Why health and fitness are separate pillars
17:00 #1: Relationships pillar
19:39 How to develop meaningful male friendships
25:07 #2: Fitness pillar for functionality and self-esteem
29:01 Bernie's tree incident: how fitness saved him from injury
33:09 #3: Health pillar: physical and mental health connection
38:10 Finding a confidant for mental health support
43:48 #4: Career pillar
50:44 Fulfillment vs happiness
55:35 Career fulfillment after retirement
59:20 #5: Legacy pillar: defining your impact
1:03:10 Bernie's non-negotiables for a fulfilling life
1:10:45 Final thoughts and key takeaways
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