#19 Today’s episode recaps the most recent Men of Movement retreat, which helps men strengthen and balance their power. Justin Brien is back on the show to share his experience as a participant and his major takeaways. Tyler LeFloch is one of the incredible facilitators and is here to share really powerful techniques and exercises he led throughout the experience. This episode focuses a lot on story work, a tool to use for reframing the inner critique and self-doubt that so many are faced with every day. This conversation was a blast, and there are so many valuable tools for massive growth.Tyler, Justin, and I discuss:The medicine of accepting helpUsing story work to address the inner criticThe importance of men supporting menBringing play back into daily lifeWhat happens after healing emotional woundsConnect with TylerInstagram: @tylerleflochUnweighted PodcastFollow JustinEmail: naturalmovementsolutions@gmail.comWebsiteInstagram: @justinbrienConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleListen to The Path Podcast Ep. 7 with JustinSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#18 Many people know Eric Leija as the Primal Swoledier on Instagram. He has cultivated a massive following, and with that comes new experiences to navigate. In this episode, Eric talks about the struggles he has faced with substance abuse, imposter syndrome, and navigating emotional challenges in life. Today he shares what has helped him most in overcoming his challenges and living a truly balanced life.Eric and I discuss:Scarcity mindset in the fitness industryImposter syndrome and navigating a large audienceFinding sobriety through faith and communityWhat it means to be a balanced manConnect with EricInstagram: @primal.swoledierLinksConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleApply to the Men of Movement RetreatSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#17 Today on the show, we’re bringing on Aleks Rybchinskiy. Aleks is a high-level CHEK practitioner working with some of the most challenging cases in the health and wellness space. In this episode, we dive deep into the role of the teeth in overall health and strength, how our communication style affects our relationships, and what it takes to grow and mature as a person.Aleks and I discuss:The connection between teeth and physical strengthHow teeth are crystals, not bonesCatalysts for changing who we areEffectively communicating and bringing awareness to how we make others feelNavigating inner angerTwin flames and growth through partnershipConnect with AleksInstagram: @health.performance.engineerPrimal Pride WebsiteConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Master the Kettlebell CourseSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#16 Today on the show, I have a very unique conversation with Chris Marhefka about the different phases of growth we go through in life and shedding previous identities. Chris has seen a high level of success in his business endeavors and is now going through a transition into stepping into the unknown and following his calling to facilitate personal growth experiences for others. We dive deep into men’s self-development, a new way of leading, resistance to trusting ourselves, and showing up in full integrity.Chris and I discuss:The importance of trusting yourselfBalancing financial success with passionThe challenges of moving beyond past identitiesThe 3 phases of self-masteryThe difference between the burden of responsibility and choice of responsibilityConnect with ChrisInstagram: @chrismarhefkaWebsiteConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Suples Bulgarian Bag CertificationSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#15 Kyle Kingsbury epitomizes the term human optimization. He has an extensive athletic background that ranges from football to fighting professionally in the UFC. Beyond that, he has over a decade of experience with plant medicine ceremonies, rites of passage, and teachings from shamans all over the world. Kyle’s ability to paint pictures with his words through the stories he tells is incredible, and there is so much wisdom to be heard here.Kyle and I discuss: How to know when it’s time for plant medicineThe reality of a traditional vision questEmbodying what you want in a partnerRespecting vs. abusing altered statesThe process of integrating lessons learned through psychedelicsMoving from a place of wanting something to achieving itConnect with KyleInstagram: @livingwiththekingsburysWebsitePodcast: The Kyle Kingsbury PodcastEssentialism by Greg McKeownConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for 20% offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#14 Paul Chek is a wise elder in the health and fitness field and has been at the forefront of innovation his entire career. He has been a coach, mentor, and friend of mine for nearly a decade. In today’s episode, we cover so much ground from shamanism, animal symbolism, the responsibilities of our actions in the world, tuning into our soul’s guidance, and a lot more. I always walk away from a conversation with paul with new perspectives and ideas, and I know today, you will too. Let’s go.Paul and I discuss: Navigating the controversy that comes with innovationKarmic responsibilitySeeing the world as you are not as it isBecoming conscious of the food we eat The real role of a therapistThe meaning of Power Animals and how to use themHealing the world by knowing the selfConnect with PaulInstagram: @paul.chekYouTube: Paul Chek LiveCHEK InstitutePodcast: Living 4D with Paul ChekBook: How to Eat Move and Be HealthyConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for $100 offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#13 From top Wall Street trader to dream therapist, Jason Pickard’s background is incredibly unique. He achieved so much success in the world of business but was suffering on the inside. Through a series of questioning and working with shamans, performance coaches, and top therapists, Jason has become a true teacher and is here today to share what it really means to live a life of fulfillment.Jason and I discuss:The life of working on Wall StreetUncovering the ways we learned to chase validation4 powerful questions to ask when feeling stuck in life What it means to be a modern warriorThe sacredness of a huntWhy we practice rituals in lifeConnect with JasonWebsiteConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for $100 offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#12 It’s a challenge to give Ben White a label or title. He teaches yoga in a way that challenges the idea that things need to look and feel a certain way. In his teaching, you’ll experience dance, primal movement, breathwork, and so much more. This conversation focuses on how to foster more freedom and creativity in our lives, letting go of the things that govern our actions and decisions away from the direction that is true for us.Ben and I discuss:Being called to change our choices Addressing energy leaks Style and creativity born out of movement practicesBringing more play and openness to the practice of yoga The challenges of judgment in the yoga spaceA new perspective on victim mentalityConnect with BenInstagram: @og.human_1.0 | @wildfeathermedicinalsWebsiteConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “holiday40” for $200 offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#11 Jator Pierre is a thought-provoking gem in the wellness space. He is a mental-emotional expert, avid athlete, and dear friend. In this episode, we break down the dynamics of creating and nurturing relationships and use our friendship as a real-world example. The triggers, projection, pedestalling, expectation, we cover it all!Jator and I discuss:How to attend to personal relationshipsRecognizing our own experiences that we project onto others Breaking down co-dependencyInstinct vs intuitionBecoming friends with old versions of ourselvesHaving the courage to share and work through shameConnect with JatorInstagram: @jatorpierreWebsiteFacebook: Explore with JatorYoutube: Jator PierreJator’s Free Instinct Vs. Intuition Masterclass & 1-on-1 CoachingConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for $100 offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions

#10 Since I will be stepping into fatherhood in the coming months, so much of my time has been devoted to learning about this journey. Today, I am so excited to sit down with Dr. Nathan Riley, The Holistic OBGYN. We talk about the consequences of modern intervention in the birthing process, the responsibilities of a father, what to expect in the birthing process, and so much more. Nathan is incredibly smart but also so heart-centered in all the work that he does and this conversation blew my mind wide open.Nathan and I discuss:Birth as a ceremony, not a medical procedure Getting out of the way of the birthing processChanging the world by changing how we care for birthing womenWitnessing without fixing: The responsibility of being a fatherWhat happens after the baby is hereCelebrating the good, not vilifying the badConnect with NathanInstagram: @nathanrileyobgynWebsite: Podcast: The Holistic OBGYNConnect with MikeInstagram: @mike.salemiWebsiteYouTube: Mike SalemiThe Kettlebell LifestyleSign up for the Kettlebell Lifestyle program and use code “path20” for $100 offSchedule a coaching call with MikeThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions