

The Powerful Man Show
Tim Matthews & Doug Holt
The Powerful Man is a show for married businessmen looking to improve their relationships, their health, their businesses, and themselves. Your hosts, Doug Holt and Tim Matthews have decades of experience helping married businessmen step into their power, live up to their potential, and live a life they love. The Powerful Man Show tackles conversations and topics designed to help men become better fathers, lovers, husbands, and leaders in their communities. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to subscribe and also head over to thepowerfulman.com for more information.
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Nov 12, 2022 • 19min
Marriage Is Like A Game Of Golf
Episode #587 What do golf and marriage have in common? What happens if you don't have the right tools? It takes a lot of patience in both golf and marriage. You must learn the rules, use techniques that will help you get better, and enjoy the learning process. Improve your marriage by taking action. In this episode, you will learn why the rules of golf apply to marriage and how you can level up your relationship with your partner. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 10, 2022 • 26min
Respond Vs. React
Episode #586 Do you respond or react to triggers? Is it better to react because you're upset? Don't let your emotions control you when you're triggered and stop giving your power away by reacting to situations. It's time to find a way to give yourself an opportunity to respond carefully. In this episode, you will learn the differences between responding and reacting when you're triggered and what to do to stay in your power so you can live from the inside-out. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 8, 2022 • 29min
What Happens When You Take Your Eye Off The Ball
Episode #585 Is your marriage going so well that you're not putting much focus on it? Do you struggle to keep up your routine? If you stop doing the basics when everything is good, something bad might happen. Keep moving forward, and don't lose momentum in bettering yourself and your marriage. In this episode, we're talking about why it is easy yet dangerous to take your eye off the ball and how to be consistent in doing what's best for your family. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 5, 2022 • 29min
Put Some Romance Into Your Conversations
Episode #584 Is your wife feeling comfortable when she's talking to you? Do you have the same conversations with her every day? Create an opportunity to explore her world by asking intriguing questions so you can have a fun conversation. Start forming a closer bond with your partner and build a more intimate marriage. In this episode, Doug and Mark discuss some effects of communication breakdown in the relationship and what to do to keep the conversation alive with your partner. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 3, 2022 • 18min
Importance of Validation
Episode #583 What does it mean to validate someone's feelings? What are the 3 things that all women want? Learn how to empathize with your partner so you can relate to what she's going through. It's time to find ways to improve your relationship and make her feel safe. In this episode, we'll talk about why validation is very important in your marriage and what you can do to help yourself establish a deeper connection with your partner. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 1, 2022 • 22min
When Your Mother-In-Law Takes Over
Episode #582 Is your mother-in-law meddling in your marriage because it is falling apart? Are you allowing your partner to feel seen and heard? When you consistently show up as an Alpha who is wise, open, loving, and fierce, your partner won't have to turn to her mother to protect her. In this episode, we will discuss why your mother-in-law is taking control of your relationship and how to regain your power because nobody can lead your family except yourself. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Oct 29, 2022 • 21min
What You're Doing Isn't Working
Episode #581 Are you upset with yourself because you're making the same pattern again? Do you have the plan to get things back in order? If you want to change what's not working for you, then stop hoping to get things better and start executing a plan to take the lead back in your marriage. In this episode, you will learn the effects of not taking action and what you can do to achieve the greatness in life that you deserve. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Oct 27, 2022 • 22min
Revisit: Why Your Wife Is Never Satisfied
Episode #580 "A woman is never satisfied and a lot of times, it comes up with an argument." Did you ever wonder why she's never satisfied no matter what you do? What is the missing element? In this episode, we are going to talk about the things a woman wants - and something she really needs - in order to be satisfied. It's all about how to fix your relationship when you're always fighting. It's time for you to take immediate action to make her happy and contented. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Oct 25, 2022 • 22min
Revisit: How to Release the Brakes
Episode #579 What happens when you take the brakes off your life? Where in your life are you still holding back? No matter what level you're playing at, the idea of Releasing the Brake always resonates. It can be tricky to know whether it's something that you just don't want to do...or if you're holding back. The excuses in the stories that we tell ourselves are part of the brake. All too often we have our emergency brake on - and that leads to us living a life that's defined by dragging and grinding. When you release the brakes in one area of your life, that same release also begins to happen in other areas. Take a quick inventory of all Five Territories, think about what you can do about it, and take action. In this episode, we are going to talk about the idea of releasing the brakes, what you can do to achieve that release, where you're holding back, and what can it do for you when you finally take the brakes off. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Oct 22, 2022 • 27min
Revisit: How Do I Achieve Work-Life Balance?
Episode #578 Do you have a hard time balancing your priorities? Are you making sure to spend quality time with your family? Do you respect your wife's opinion while making a plan? And do you still have time left for yourself, despite your busy schedule at work? Today we're discussing some "best practices" on how to execute your priorities in life. Be versatile in implementing your plans and always give it your best shot - because you can do greater things in life. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.