

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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Dec 22, 2022 • 17min
The Fastest Way To Fix A Struggling Marriage Without Your Wife's Help
Episode #604 Did you know that 70% of divorces are initiated by women? With that number going up to 90% if she has a college degree? So if things aren't going well in your marriage.... what's holding you back from saving it? YOU need to take ownership of your life EVEN if she doesn't want to make a change. Because you can change your entire marriage by just showing up differently because she is responding to how YOU show up in the relationship. In this episode, we talk about the fastest way to fix a struggling marriage as an Alpha and what to do to be more interesting to your partner so you can keep the spark alive in the relationship. ————- 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.

Dec 20, 2022 • 23min
The Price People Pay For Pleasing Others
Episode #603 Be honest with yourself... Do you please others to avoid conflict? In this episode, we're sharing the consequences of being a people-pleaser and what to do to stay true to yourself so you can build the life you want. ————- 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.

Dec 17, 2022 • 25min
Are You In Integrity?
Episode #602 Are you choosing your friends wisely? If you're making excuses and waiting for others to take the lead, then you might be stuck in victim mode. It's time to take ownership of your life by maintaining your integrity. In this episode, we will learn why you're refusing to take responsibility for your life and what you can do to prioritize yourself so you can prepare for success. ————- 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.

Dec 15, 2022 • 23min
Know Your Worth and Stop Giving Discounts
Episode #601 Are you tolerating how people treat you? How can you shift from a path of force to a path of power? Start by realizing your worth, because you have the power to stand for yourself and do things that fill your cup. In this episode, we'll get into why you're selling yourself short in life and what you can do to appreciate yourself more - and grow your self-worth. ————- 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.

Dec 13, 2022 • 22min
The Five Agonies
Episode #600 Are you frustrated because no matter what you have, it's never enough? If so, you're not alone. This is a common thing for married businessmen to feel, and usually, the feelings underneath are 1 of the 5 agonies. What are the Five Agonies? The five agonies are: 1. Greed 2. Anger 3. Shame 4. Loneliness 5. Uncertainty Which agony are you in? In this episode, we'll discuss the effects of the five agonies in the relationship and what to do to shape the outcome by your own actions as a Powerful Man. ————- 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.

Dec 10, 2022 • 29min
Can I Be Honest With You?
Episode #599 Do you feel like people around you tell you what you want to hear? Do you want to know the two reasons why people aren't honest with you? One of the reasons they do it is to avoid any conflict that may arise in telling the truth that could ruin your relationship with them. However, being honest is a sign of respect. In this episode, you will learn the importance of surrounding yourself with honest people and what you can do right now to embrace the real YOU. ————- 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.

Dec 8, 2022 • 25min
Revisit: Hiding It From Your Wife
Episode #598 What are you hiding from your wife? Is it something you're ashamed of? Shame is the biggest issue. You are hiding from your wife because you feel shameful about the behavior, and that can lead to a lot of problems. It will show up in your marriage, your work, and how you perform in every part of your life. There are things that you don't want her to find out because you are worried about the reaction she's gonna give you. It happens to a lot of guys...but be open. It's part of the relationship. The reason we don't share is that we are judging ourselves. We are so reliant on our spouse for filling us up. We focus on our needs getting met by them. Before you realize what's happening, you've become a needy man...and that is not a good place to be. Nobody wants to be there. It doesn't feel good to carry around a lie. It feels heavy. It's truly easier to reach out to your wife rather than lie and hide from her. Just come clean. It can be scary at first but it will feel great. You will feel so much better after. In this episode, we are going to talk about the things you are hiding from your wife, the reasons why you are hiding something, and the steps you can take to come clean with your wife. __________ 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.

Dec 6, 2022 • 21min
Walking On Eggshells
Episode #597 Is it better to stay silent to avoid conflict in your marriage? What does it feel like to walk on eggshells in your relationship? If you feel like you're walking on eggshells in your marriage then fear is holding you back from living your life to the fullest. Now is the time to step up because your wife wants you to lead yourself first. In this episode, we're talking about knowing when your wife is lonely in the relationship and what you can do to rebuild emotional safety with your partner before it's too late. ————- 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.

Dec 3, 2022 • 27min
How To Navigate The Holidays
Episode #596 Are you reminiscing about your past holidays? How do you typically spend your time with your family during this season? It can be challenging during this time of year but it's an excellent opportunity to connect with your loved ones. Stop being reactive when your wife is frustrated and be a lighthouse that will guide the family. In this episode, Jake and Doug talk about why your partner might be thinking about divorce and what you can do to prepare for the holidays so you can create more lasting memories with 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.

Dec 1, 2022 • 18min
Making Her Want You Again
Episode #595 Has your wife lost interest in you? Have you been putting her on a pedestal? This often happens when we lose ourselves and get too focused on our wives and what they think of us. One quick way to get her looking at you with interest again is to focus on YOU and your hobbies and interests. In this episode, we talk about some signs of why you're taking the sexy out of your relationship and what you can do to maintain a strong masculine frame in the marriage. ————- 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.


