In this episode, we explore the importance of understanding and valuing our personal origin stories as men. We discuss how comparing ourselves to others can lead to self-devaluation and lack of confidence. By acknowledging our upbringing, regardless of its challenges or advantages, we can find strength and appreciate the qualities that shape who we are today.Today on The Art of Masculinity:Recognizing the significance of our origin story and its impact on who we are todayBreaking the cycle of devaluing ourselves by comparing our story to othersCultivating confidence by recognizing and appreciating the unique qualities and strengths developed through your journeyEmbracing the present to become the best version of ourselvesGet your copy of Design the Man Within: Becoming a Man the World NeedsConnect with Johnny:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeJoin The Elite Man CommunityThis show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack Donovan, is a renowned writer and speaker with over a decade of expertise in exploring masculine philosophy and spirituality. His foundational book "The Way of Men," has sold over 100,000 copies and been translated into multiple languages. His most recent book, Fire in the Dark, presents a primal system of masculine roles and shows how those roles have been repeated again and again throughout the history of myth and religion. Beyond his written works, Donovan takes the stage as an occasional speaker, fearlessly delving into the challenges faced by men in the 21st century.Today on The Art of Masculinity:Exploring the ancestral styles of masculinity: Delving into the Roots of ManhoodPromoting the positive qualities of menThe four pillars of masculinityBridging ancestral traditions with modern timesRecognizing the importance of ancient rituals for menRethinking the archetypes: Challenging the king, magician, warrior, lover paradigmConnect with Jack:InstagramWebsiteBooksYouTubeTwitterConnect with Johnny:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeJoin The Elite Man CommunityGet your copy of Design the Man Within: Becoming a Man the World NeedsApply for the 6 Month 1-1 coaching scholarship This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This episode of The Art of Masculinity reveals the secrets to achieving elite status in life. Becoming elite is within your reach, regardless of your starting point. It's about unwavering persistence, mastering the fundamentals, and embracing daily growth. Elite status isn't about luck, it’s cultivated. Break free from mediocrity, embrace the journey, and go out there and become the elite individual you were born to be!Today on The Art of Masculinity:Leveraging the “too dumb to quit” mentalityUnlocking Limitless Potential: The secret for success in every aspect of lifeThe keys to igniting laser-sharp focusStrategic improvement through identifying weaknessesHow to avoid the trap of comfort and complacencyGet your copy of Design the Man Within: Becoming a Man the World NeedsConnect with Johnny:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeJoin The Elite Man CommunityThis show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kyle Kingsbury, a former UFC fighter with a deep connection to nature, spirituality, plant medicine, and agriculture, hosts the widely acclaimed Kyle Kingsbury podcast. In this episode, he takes us on a thought-provoking journey into the mystical realm of the energetic, exploring how it influences our interactions with the universe and our surroundings. Through insightful conversations, Kyle inspires listeners to embrace introspection, tap into their deeper selves, and forge a meaningful connection with the world. With wisdom, authenticity, and passion, he challenges conventions, expands horizons, and empowers us to lead conscious, connected lives.Today on The Art of Masculinity:Questioning life and the path to professional fightingLeveraging eros energy of desire to live the life of your dreamsThe negative effects of refusing to grow as a manOpening the doors of deeper consciousness through plant medicineEstablishing more productive thought patternsThe importance of asking “does this leave me more whole than before?”Get your copy of Design the Man Within: Becoming a Man the World NeedsApply for the 6 Month 1-1 coaching scholarship Book mentioned in the show:Not in His ImageThe Unlikely Peace at CuchumaquicComsic TriggerEasy StrengthConnect with Kyle:Instagram: @livingwiththekingsburysKyle’s farm: Gardeners of EdenFit For ServiceThe Kyle Kingsbury PodcastConnect with Johnny:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeJoin The Elite Man CommunityThis show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There is a new battlefield facing men today. Societal norms are being shaped by intellectual discourse, not physical force and yet there are men who still only focus on training their physical skills. It is imperative for men to embrace difficult conversations, self-reflection, and intellectual growth to challenge prevailing narratives and defend the positive aspects of masculinity.Today on The Art of Masculinity:The media’s fearmongering tacticsUsing discourse to defend against the attack on masculinityThe gender identity crisisVerbal and intellectual attacks are more common than physical threatsThe cost of staying silent in challenging conversationsGrab your copy of Design the Man WithinConnect with Johnny:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeJoin The Elite Man CommunityThis show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Conner Moore hosts the Conner Wanders Podcast which is built on the principles of curiosity, resilience, and passion. Conner has a talent for calling bullshit on some of the craziness in modern culture in a thought-provoking way as a means to learn more about ourselves and live a more productive life.Today on The Art of Masculinity:Being okay with challenging others and being challengedHow we can see past our differences as a collectiveThe importance of measurable progress in one's lifeTech censorship and freedom of expressionHow AI is going to change the landscape of coaching and content creationWhy it’s so important to discover and understand passions in lifeConnect with ConnerInstagramYouTubeConner Wanders PodcastConnect with Johnny:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeJoin The Elite Man CommunityThis show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Becoming a great leader involves learning specific skills, it is not an inherent quality. This episode focuses on two of the most essential factors to consider when striving to become a good leader that others want to follow.Today on The Art of Masculinity:How the call for leadership shows up on a daily basisUnderstanding the importance of front-line leadershipBreaking down the “leaders eat last” mentalityEmphasizing the mission over accoladesConnect with Johnny:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeJoin The Elite Man CommunityThis show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today on The Art of Masculinity, Jake Kaufman joins us again to discuss the importance of addressing past trauma in order to live a fulfilling and happy life. This conversation highlights how trauma can create barriers in our lives and create cyclical patterns of negativity that keep us stuck. Jake shares the obstacles that held him back, how he created a path out, and the lessons we can use from that to apply to our own lives.Today on The Art of Masculinity:How early experiences in life shape our personalityThe catalyst of pain that brought Jake to self-growthCoping mechanisms and reconciling past woundingHealing wounds around brotherhoodCompensatory strategies for avoiding painAddressing men’s resistance to receiving loveConnect with Jake:InstagramGet Jake’s eBook on sale now for $0.99 until April 28th Let Love InGet the hard copy of Let Love In hereConnect with Johnny:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeJoin The Elite Man CommunityThis show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kimi Inch is a kink expert, professional Dominatrix, kink/BDSM educator, published author, and somatic healer. She has a vast amount of experience being in the masculine role in very intimate environments and in that, she has the understanding of what excites and traumatizes many high-level men in this world. She knows what plagues them and a lot of what holds us men back from exploring our pleasure and intimacy within our most important relationships. We dive into so much in this episode exploring the masculine role and how this can expand not only our connection in the bedroom but also in our regular everyday lives.Today on The Art of Masculinity:The role of a DominatrixUsing conscious kink as a powerful healing modalityAddressing the judgment and shame around our deep desiresExploring the masculine role in kinkConnecting deeper with your partner through exploring leader and follower rolesHow to start your erotic journey and get clear on desiresConnect with Kimi:InstagramWebsiteConnect with Johnny:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeJoin The Elite Man CommunityThis show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The meaning of masculinity is a major discussion in society today and has caused controversy. The definition of masculinity itself is very arbitrary and because of that, there are fluctuating ideas. Over time, the way in which society has viewed masculinity has changed and the expectations can vary widely. The focus of this episode is to examine the different characteristics and attributes of masculinity in order to construct an authentic definition of masculinity that resonates with your own values and beliefs.Today on The Art of Masculinity:How society’s view of masculinity has changed throughout timeMerging conflicting ideas of masculinityThe foundational characteristics to strive for as a manThe roles and expectations of men throughout different culturesConnect with Johnny:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeJoin The Elite Man CommunityRaewyn Connell’s Book: MasculinitiesThis show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy