#16 - How To Turn Tough Times Into Strength

Allen Frantz is a divorce and transition coach, endurance athlete, and former outdoor educator who helps people rebuild identity, confidence, and purpose after major life shifts through life's daily adventures.Connect with Allen:https://www.linkedin.com/in/allen-frantz/00:21 Courage Before Confidence05:29 Building a Vision Through Values09:21 Navigating Life Transitions11:40 Taking Responsibility in Hard Times13:23 Vulnerability and Masculinity16:22 Communication and Connection23:30 Acceptance and Non-Judgment26:50 Creating Safe Spaces for Sharing28:31 Embracing Discomfort and Challenge31:01 The Journey of Self-Discovery34:19 Proving Yourself Wrong36:57 Shifting Identity and Self-Perception42:10 The Role of Community in Growth50:10 Navigating Setbacks with CompassionApply to be a guest on the podcast:https://forms.gle/k4bcndvL3j7cH2Bg9Connect with Austra:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austra-putnina/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austra.putnina/