

The Mark Groves Podcast
Mark Groves
The Mark Groves Podcast is for heart-led humans eager to expand perspectives, explore HARD truths, and break old patterns while cultivating deeper, more honest connections with self, our relationships, community, and the world. Tune in twice a week for powerful guest interviews and solo episodes that deliver real talk, fresh insights, and practical tools to transform (y)our relationships — because relationships are how we truly connect — and supercharge (y)our personal growth.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 1h 6min
#320: How to Prepare for Fatherhood with Dr. Ryan Pope
Themes: Fatherhood, Parenthood, Becoming, Relationships, Wholeness, Children, Parenting, Holistic Healing
Summary:
Today I welcome Dr. Ryan Pope, a neurostructural Chiropractor, men’s home birthing coach, and rites of passage enthusiast with a giant beardy smile and infectious laugh that lights up any room. He’s spent the last ten years exploring the edges of how to be a man in this world, with a focus on healing, personal growth, business, and the transition from boy to man and man to father. What sets Ryan apart from many modern health professionals is his unwavering trust in the innate capabilities of the human body to heal and bring forth new life naturally. This conviction stems from his incredible partner Amber's epic 35+ hour wild birth experience and over a decade of watching thousands of people heal naturally under his guidance and care. Alongside his hands-on healing and dedication to his local community through his chiropractic care, Ryan’s global mission is to empower men to unearth an unshakable trust in themselves, in nature, in the human body, and in life itself, contributing to a resilient, confident, and thriving family ecosystem. In this episode, Ryan shares his preparation for fatherhood and wild home birth experience, what he’s learned along the way, and how we can live more intentionally and deeply through our own personal experiences.
Discover:
How to prepare for fatherhood
How our past traumas and wounds impact our mind and body
Experiencing grief as we enter fatherhood
The secret to health and long-lasting relationships
00:00 Intro
01:23 Becoming a Chiropractor
05:52 How does stress show physically?
08:33 Fatherhood and the Rite of Passage
22:01 The unexpected side of fatherhood
24:39 Power of surrender in childbirth and home birth experience
33:39 A father's journey in childbirth
42:12 Balancing fatherhood and work
49:52 Eldership and support in parenthood
59:15 Empowering change and mindful transformation
Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pope_ryan_
Website: https://www.becomingthemountain.co/
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Oct 23, 2023 • 50min
#319: Coincidence or Conversation with God? with Neale Donald Walsch
Neale Donald Walsch, a modern-day spiritual messenger, discusses his transformative conversations with God, redefining traditional beliefs about spirituality. They explore the essence of God as pure love and the resistance to questioning theological statements. They emphasize acknowledging and appreciating others, exploring the concept of God, and recognizing divinity in one another. This profound episode delves into spirituality, purpose, and the potential for positive change within us.

Oct 19, 2023 • 52min
#318: When The Need to Achieve Becomes Toxic with Jennifer B. Wallace
Acclaimed journalist and bestselling author Jennifer B. Wallace discusses toxic achievement culture and its impact on children. She offers insights on parenting, teaching kids to value themselves, and empowering them with intrinsic motivation. Topics also include the pressure to succeed, the effects of social media on children's mental health, and managing envy and hyper-competitiveness in the age of social media.

Oct 16, 2023 • 41min
#317: Overcome Trauma & Reclaim Your Power with Drew Canole
Themes: Self-discovery, Triumph, Letting Go, Wholeness, Trauma, Health, Mindfulness, Eating, Transformation, Emotions, Pain, Abuse, Healing, Dream
Summary:
Today I welcome Drew Canole, the CEO of FitLife.Tv and Founder of Organifi. Drew is a renowned wellness expert, author, and motivational speaker.
In this episode, Drew shares his profound insights and wisdom on the journey to becoming your best self. Drew Canole has inspired countless individuals to lead healthier, more purposeful lives through his transformative work in the field of wellness and personal development.
Drew also provides practical tips and actionable advice on personal growth, from optimizing physical health through nutrition and fitness to fostering mental and emotional well-being. He shares his own personal experiences, challenges, and triumphs on the path to self-improvement, offering relatable anecdotes that resonate with listeners.
Whether you want to improve your health, boost your confidence, or simply lead a more fulfilling life, this episode is a must-listen!
Discover:
How a positive mental attitude and gratitude shape our most fulfilling life.
Strategic ways to overcome challenges
How we can reshape our future by letting go of the past
How healing starts with small, daily habits
How can we change from being codependent on trauma to triumph
How to step into your power and life life at your fullest potential
00:00 Intro
00:52 Drew’s first lucid dream
04:23 From dreaming to awakening
08:29 Forgiveness and reuniting with his father
11:29 How nutrition transforms relationships
17:27 Confidence through fitness
20:12 Glimmers
22:11 Transforming trauma into motivation
31:39 Redefining masculinity and rediscovering community
36:07 Creating Organifi and what’s next?
Links:
Website: https://drewcanole.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewcanole/?hl=en
Organifi Website: https://www.organifishop.com/pages/drew-canole-podcast-2
Drew and You Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/drew-and-you-podcast/id1555338843
Sponsors:
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Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/GROVESAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Oct 9, 2023 • 48min
#316: Habit Mastery Through Perspective with Eric Zimmer
Eric Zimmer, Certified Interfaith Spiritual Director and behavior coach, shares his insights on building lasting habits, overcoming perfectionism, and the power of community in personal transformation. He debunks the myth of building a habit in 21 days and emphasizes the importance of consistency. They also discuss the challenges of change, self-deception, and the role of support and self-reflection.

Oct 2, 2023 • 59min
#315: How to Stop Overthinking & Live in the Moment with Yung Pueblo
Diego Perez, also known as Yung Pueblo, shares techniques to transform and thrive in life. He discusses the power of small decisions, reclaiming power over our lives, distinguishing between intuition and trauma, and implementing mindfulness. Other topics include Vipassana meditation, intuition as a compass for life, and the benefits of meditation. Diegos insights inspire personal transformation and healthy relationships.

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Sep 28, 2023 • 45min
#314: It’s on You! Radical Healing with Dr. Sara Kuburic
Dr. Sara Kuburic, an existential psychotherapist and consultant, discusses topics such as self-discovery, healing, authenticity, trauma, and self-loss. She emphasizes the importance of taking radical responsibility for our own healing and shares insights on finding ourselves, loving ourselves, and creating an authentic life we truly love.

Sep 25, 2023 • 50min
#313: Let That Sh*t Go with Natalie Miles
Psychic medium Natalie Miles joins the podcast to discuss topics such as the power of letting go, ancestral trauma, living with confidence, and the forecast for the rest of 2023. She also shares insights on trusting intuition and breaking generational patterns. The podcast explores the benefits of NutriSense and delves into difficult conversations about truth and societal divisions.

Sep 21, 2023 • 26min
#312: Change Yourself, Change the World
In this solo episode, the speaker discusses the value of authenticity, leaving a meaningful legacy, and challenging the status quo to drive change. They also emphasize the transformative potential of embracing discomfort, rejecting victim mentality, and embracing one's calling. The chapters of the podcast explore consistency, growth in relationships, stepping towards potential, staying true to oneself, and embracing growth and truth.

Sep 18, 2023 • 1h 42min
#311: Not Man Enough: The Challenges of Modern Masculinity with Connor Beaton, Stefanos Sifandos, Dan Harrison
Themes: Toxic Masculinity, Challenging Gender Norms, Vulnerability, Weakness, Strength, Fatherhood, Brotherhood, Purpose, Belonging, Authenticity
Summary:
Our society has often perpetuated a narrow and rigid definition of masculinity, which can lead to harmful stereotypes and expectations for men. However, a growing movement of men is actively debunking these traditional notions, recognizing that true strength lies in authenticity and emotional openness.
In this episode, I jam with my good buddies Stefanos, Connor, and Dan about masculinity. We share about our experiences as men growing up and in relationships, share revealing statistics about men today, explore male vulnerability and emotional authenticity, speak about our experiences in fatherhood, the impact of all of what men experience on their relationships and personal growth, and so much more.
This is a jam-packed episode so sit back, grab a snack, and let’s explore the multifaceted world of modern masculinity!
Discover:
The journey to redefining masculinity and embracing vulnerability
How opening up and sharing your struggles can help you connect with others on a deeper level
Using your vulnerability as strength and your voids as values
Debunking gender norms on masculinity and how that leads to toxic masculinity
00:00 Intro
02:16 Where are all the good men?
11:39 Toxic masculinity
14:48 Coping from the lack of a masculine role model
19:10 Isolation and men being providers and protectors
24:38 Vulnerability in men
29:06 Feedback in relationships
42:10 Connection with perfectionism
46:25 The pressure on men to provide
52:16 Journey to becoming a father
1:07:50 The influence of role models
1:23:54 Biological and cultural factors in defining masculinity
1:30:04 Identity and morality
1:34:35 The best thing a man can do
Links:
Stefanos Sifandos:
Website: http://coachwithstef.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StefanosSifandos
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stefanossifandos
Instagram @stefanossifandos: https://www.instagram.com/stefanossifandos/
TikTok @stefanossifandos: https://www.tiktok.com/@stefanossifandos?lang=en
Connor Beaton:
Men’s Work book: https://mantalks.com/book
Connor’s Website: https://connorbeaton.com/
ManTalks Website: https://mantalks.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mantalks/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2exoyYcKLknC5IWiwdAihQ
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ManTalks.ca/
Dan Harrison:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedanharrison/
Website: https://www.soulfulsalescompany.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulfulsalesco
Sponsors:
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