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Reinventing Yourself with Craig Filek
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In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson and Craig Filek explore the themes of reinvention, connection, and healthy masculinity. They discuss the challenges faced by midlife men, the importance of mentorship, and the need for emotional safety in men's work. The conversation emphasizes the significance of community and the role of elders in guiding younger generations towards authentic living. Through personal anecdotes and insights, they highlight the journey of finding purpose beyond addiction and the necessity of fostering healthy relationships among men. In this conversation, Coach Blu Robinson and Craig Filek explore the complexities of masculinity, fatherhood, and the importance of mentorship and community support. They discuss the impact of upbringing on male identity, the journey of breaking generational cycles of pain, and the necessity of finding role models and mentors. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of emotional intelligence, the healing process for those who help others, and the value of building supportive networks among men. Ultimately, the conversation serves as a call to action for men to seek deeper connections and to support one another in their journeys toward personal growth and fulfillment.
00:00Introduction to the Addict to Athlete Podcast 03:00The Journey of Reinvention 06:01Understanding Midlife Challenges 09:10The Importance of Connection and Belonging 11:56Navigating Success and Purpose 15:04The Role of Masculinity in Modern Society 17:57Healthy Masculinity and Emotional Safety 20:57Mentorship and the Importance of Elders 24:07Practices for Authentic Living 26:58The Future of Masculinity and Community Engagement 29:10Understanding Masculinity and Its Impact 32:38The Journey of Fatherhood and Breaking Cycles 35:41Finding Mentorship and Role Models 38:41The Importance of Community and Support 49:19Healing the Healers: Supporting Those Who Help Others 57:40Opportunities for Growth and Connection For More: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigfilek/ https://www.instagram.com/craigfilek/?hl=enPlease join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety!
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Manage episode 487909874 series 2555079
Summary
In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson and Craig Filek explore the themes of reinvention, connection, and healthy masculinity. They discuss the challenges faced by midlife men, the importance of mentorship, and the need for emotional safety in men's work. The conversation emphasizes the significance of community and the role of elders in guiding younger generations towards authentic living. Through personal anecdotes and insights, they highlight the journey of finding purpose beyond addiction and the necessity of fostering healthy relationships among men. In this conversation, Coach Blu Robinson and Craig Filek explore the complexities of masculinity, fatherhood, and the importance of mentorship and community support. They discuss the impact of upbringing on male identity, the journey of breaking generational cycles of pain, and the necessity of finding role models and mentors. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of emotional intelligence, the healing process for those who help others, and the value of building supportive networks among men. Ultimately, the conversation serves as a call to action for men to seek deeper connections and to support one another in their journeys toward personal growth and fulfillment.
00:00Introduction to the Addict to Athlete Podcast 03:00The Journey of Reinvention 06:01Understanding Midlife Challenges 09:10The Importance of Connection and Belonging 11:56Navigating Success and Purpose 15:04The Role of Masculinity in Modern Society 17:57Healthy Masculinity and Emotional Safety 20:57Mentorship and the Importance of Elders 24:07Practices for Authentic Living 26:58The Future of Masculinity and Community Engagement 29:10Understanding Masculinity and Its Impact 32:38The Journey of Fatherhood and Breaking Cycles 35:41Finding Mentorship and Role Models 38:41The Importance of Community and Support 49:19Healing the Healers: Supporting Those Who Help Others 57:40Opportunities for Growth and Connection For More: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigfilek/ https://www.instagram.com/craigfilek/?hl=enPlease join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety!
https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathlete
Please visit our website for more information on Team Addict to Athlete and Addiction Recovery Podcasts.
https://www.AddictToAthlete.org
Join the Team! Circle, our new social support event, along with the team and athlete communication platform, is designed to help us break free from doom scrolling and shadow banning and foster stronger connections among us.
Follow the link, download the app, and start this new chapter of Team AIIA!
Join Circle
https://a2a.circle.so/join?invitation_token=16daaa0d9ecd7421d384dd05a461464ce149cc9e-63d4aa30-1a67-4120-ae12-124791dfb519
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