The Mark Groves Podcast

In this episode, I’m bringing you a powerful wake-up call—one that’s as much for me as it is for you. I dive into the raw truths of what it means to reclaim your inner fire, dismantle limiting beliefs, and take radical ownership of your life. From the exhaustion of emotional burnout to the clarity that comes through nervous system healing, I share my personal reflections on how we betray our own souls for comfort, validation, and the illusion of safety. I speak honestly about what it takes to stop sleepwalking through your relationships, habits, and dreams—and how to finally listen to that ember inside that’s been waiting to be reignited. This episode is a rally cry for anyone ready to rise.Resources:—Learn the connection between Attachment Styles, how it affects the Nervous System, AND how you can heal it: https://go.markgroves.com/nervous-system-opt-in-podcast —Join My Online Community: http://markgroves.com/community    —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/coursesFollow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://markgroves.com/newsletter—Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createtheloveHave A Question?—Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcastIf you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comDrop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tracy Litt, author and founder of The School of Becoming®, empowers visionary women to unleash their true potential. She candidly discusses how feelings of unworthiness shape our self-perception and relationships. Tracy shares her journey from heartbreak to self-acceptance, emphasizing the need to confront internal resistance. With humor and vulnerability, she highlights the importance of processing emotions and finding joy through levity. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their wholeness, challenge limiting beliefs, and step into their highest selves.

In this episode of the Mark Groves Podcast, transformational coach and author Chris Menz shares his gripping journey from self-medication and emotional suppression to radical self-awareness and personal mastery. Chris opens up about the impact of childhood trauma, addiction, divorce, and redefining masculinity through his acclaimed book Man The Fck Up*. He dismantles cultural narratives around what it means to “be a man,” emphasizing emotional intelligence, self-reflection, and the power of choosing growth over comfort. Through his own transformation—quitting substances, embracing vulnerability, and aligning health with mindset—Chris reveals how intentional living, internal healing, and redefining one's “why” can spark profound change. This is not just a story of recovery, but a call to action for anyone ready to confront their patterns, own their evolution, and build a life of purpose, integrity, and love. Chris Menz is a transformation expert dedicated to helping individuals unlock their full potential in both body and mind. As a certified behavior change specialist, transformation coach, and bestselling author of MAN THE FCK UP!*, Chris empowers people to overcome self-sabotage, build relationship to self, and create lives they love.. Now, as co-founder of Lifestyle Transformations, he helps others achieve lasting change in just 90 days by combining fitness, mindset, and community.Links:Instagram: www.instagram.com/chrismenzcoach/ Website: www.lifestyletransformations.caBook: manupbook.manfulcoaching.comThis episode is sponsored by:—Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com—Mighty Networks: Go to http://www.markgroves.com/mightynetworks to learn how to create your own community!—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How to Stop Chasing Unavailable People: https://markgroves.com/stopchasing- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Mark reunites with breathwork pioneer and somatic coach Samantha Skelly for a transformative deep dive into the radical healing potential of the breath. Together, they explore how breathwork not only calms the nervous system but unlocks deep self-awareness, facilitates emotional release, and catalyzes true relational intimacy. From laugh-out-loud moments to raw insights on trauma, triggers, and embodiment, this conversation unveils how breath can be your most potent medicine, dopamine dealer, and spiritual compass. If you're craving a practice that awakens your body’s wisdom, heals your past, and upgrades your relationships—this is your invitation to breathe deep and tune in.Samantha Skelly is a powerhouse entrepreneur, international speaker, bestselling author, and the visionary Founder & CEO of Pause Breathwork—the world's leading breathwork brand. With over a decade of experience in spiritual and personal transformation, Samantha has impacted the lives of over 500,000 people through her trauma-informed approach to healing and awakening via somatic breathwork. She is the host of the Can’t Be Contained podcast and the creator of the Pause Breathwork App, a revolutionary tool empowering users to regulate their nervous systems and reconnect with their innate wisdom.Links:pause.live/app for a free 14 day trial www.pausebreathwork.com/mark for $1000 off the certificationInstagram: @samanthaskellyThis episode is sponsored by:—Institute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN—Mighty Networks: Go to http://www.markgroves.com/mightynetworks to learn how to create your own community!—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I sit down with Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, the brilliant best friends behind the Almost 30 podcast and co-authors of the transformative new book Almost 30: A Guide to a Life You Love. We dive deep into the wild ride of Saturn returns, soul awakenings, friendship, career pivots, and the messy, beautiful process of becoming. From starting a podcast on their closet floors to building a global community, Krista and Lindsey share raw stories of heartbreak, burnout, spiritual breakthroughs, and the power of staying true to your path—even when it looks nothing like you imagined. Whether you're navigating your late 20s or facing a major life change, this conversation is a heartfelt reminder that your soul always knows the way.Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik are the powerhouse duo behind Almost 30, one of the top health and wellness podcasts with over 120 million downloads. Krista is a public speaker, retreat leader, and creator of transformational programs like Metamorphosis and The Life Edit, establishing her as a leading voice in wellness and spirituality. Lindsey, a creative entrepreneur and media personality, co-founded Morning Microdose and developed The Sacredness of Being Single, empowering thousands of women to embrace their in-between seasons. Now a new mom, Lindsey has also launched New Mom on the Block, a brand supporting mothers in redefining motherhood on their own terms.Links:Website: almost30.comInstagram: @itskrista + @lindseysimcik + @almost30podcastPodcast: Almost 30Book: Almost 30: A Definitive Guide to a Life You Love For the Next Decade and Beyond This episode is sponsored by:—Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com—Mighty Networks: Go to http://www.markgroves.com/mightynetworks to learn how to create your own community!—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I share a raw and reflective recording from a recent membership call where I explore what it means to truly surrender when life isn’t going the way we planned. I open up about personal struggles—from a home renovation disaster to deeper emotional reckonings—and unpack how resistance to reality often fuels our suffering. We dive into the complexities of relational dynamics, victimhood, shadow work, and the paradox of healing. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or at war with your own experience, this episode invites you to return to presence, self-honesty, and the power of simply “chopping wood and carrying water.” It’s vulnerable, unfiltered, and an invitation to meet yourself exactly where you are.Resources:—Learn the connection between Attachment Styles, how it affects the Nervous System, AND how you can heal it: https://go.markgroves.com/nervous-system-opt-in-podcast —Join My Online Community: http://markgroves.com/community    —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/coursesFollow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://markgroves.com/newsletter—Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createtheloveHave A Question?—Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcastIf you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comThis episode is sponsored by:—IIN: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIINDrop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the Mark Groves Podcast, Jon Vroman, founder of Front Row Dads, delivers a bold call to action for men to reorient their lives around what truly matters—family. Sharing his own awakening sparked by a sobering truth from his wife, Vroman reveals how he went from a high-achieving, externally praised speaker to a father and husband deeply committed to presence over performance. He challenges the societal norm of defining success through business accolades, urging men to become "family men with businesses, not businessmen with families." Through raw stories, vulnerable insights, and practical wisdom, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking to lead with purpose, deepen relationships, and build a legacy from the inside out.Jon Vroman is a social entrepreneur, bestselling author, and award-winning speaker on a mission to help people “live life in the front row.” As the founder of the Front Row Foundation, he creates unforgettable experiences for individuals facing life-threatening illnesses, and through his book The Front Row Factor, podcast, and live events, he inspires others to live with intention, presence, and purpose. With over 750 keynotes delivered and a reputation for deeply connecting with audiences, Jon empowers individuals to align their values, strengthen relationships, and build legacies that matter—starting at home. He’s also the proud founder of Front Row Dads, a devoted husband, father of two, and an ultra-marathon runner.Website: www.FrontRowFactor.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/frontrowdads/This episode is sponsored by:—Mighty Networks: Go to http://www.markgroves.com/mightynetworks to learn how to create your own community!—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this engaging discussion, Mike Zeller, a neuro-rewiring expert, shares his transformative journey with MDMA and psilocybin-assisted therapy. He highlights how these psychedelics can rewire the nervous system, resolve trauma, and integrate fragmented parts of the self. Mike delves into his wife's remarkable healing from treatment-resistant depression and the significance of emotional release for mental well-being. The conversation challenges traditional views on therapy, advocating for holistic approaches to achieve personal growth and emotional sovereignty.

In this episode, Mark Groves dives deep into the intersection of health, personal sovereignty, and systemic deception with Brian Sanders, founder of the Sapien Center and creator of the "Food Lies" documentary series. Together, they peel back the layers of societal conditioning around nutrition, medicine, and authority—challenging the legitimacy of mainstream narratives about health, pharmaceutical intervention, and government control. Mark and Brian share personal awakenings that led them to reject hollow paradigms—from the food pyramid to pharma-driven healthcare—in favor of a return to foundational, ancestral principles of nourishment, movement, nature, and authentic community. With compelling anecdotes, sharp insights, and a powerful call to reclaim individual agency, this conversation is a radical invitation to question everything and live more intentionally, rooted in what it truly means to be human.Brian Sanders is the filmmaker behind the Food Lies documentary, host of the top 5 nutrition podcast Peak Human, and an international speaker. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He’s the founder of Sapien Center, a popular health club in Austin. He also works to spread the awareness of regenerative agriculture and increase access to well-raised animal products through his nationwide meat & body care company Nose to Tail.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/food.lies/ The film: https://www.foodlies.org/ Nose to Tail: https://nosetotail.org/ This episode is sponsored by:—Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com—Mighty Networks: Go to http://www.markgroves.com/mightynetworks to learn how to create your own community!—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—Get our Relationship Toolkit: How to Thrive in Your Relationships: https://markgroves.com/relationshipmastery—Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox: https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this dynamic discussion, Samphire Hayes, a psychotherapist and natural lifestyle coach, shares her inspiring journey from battling chronic pain to completing marathons. She emphasizes the transformative power of reconnecting with the body and nature through practices like mindfulness and natural movement. Samphire highlights the importance of holistic healing, addressing root causes, and the mind-body connection. Her methods promote self-empowerment and resilience, showcasing how embracing a natural lifestyle can lead to profound health transformations.