Fam Life 14 - How To Pivot From "The Plan" with Emiliano Acevedo

"Feeling that sting, that uncomfortable emotion FULLY is necessary for moving on and reaching that next level." There's no way to TOTALLY prepare and no way to avoid life's curveballs - so let's get clear on WHO we want to become in these situations! Our guest Emiliano Acevedo shares from the heart about some recent major challenges - including losing his younger brother and trying to save a failing business. His GRATITUDE and COURAGE in the face of life's storms is noble, and inspirational. Host Phil Gomez and Emiliano also answer: how to take healthy risks, why a free man has no choices, and how to break through when we are suffering in silence.    Highlights: [06:15] How did Emiliano face off with a failing business? [13:50] Why pivoting or pulling the plug is a hard pill for many men to swallow. [20:19] Who do you become when you don't get your way? [26:11] Where do risk and masculinity intersect? Does our culture teach men to take or avoid risks? [32:30] Why victim mentality prevents us from realizing the gift of risk taking. [37:13] Why a truly free man has no choices, only commitments. [44:01] Where a reluctance to ask for support holds men back. [51:48] Emiliano's reflections on his younger brother's passing. [1:01:03] How allowing himself to be supported by his community impacted Emiliano. [1:10:21] The beauty of having a network and family with shared values and total alignment. [1:21:43] Why there's no excuse to stay stuck in today's world, which is abundant in medicinal + supportive resources.   Rising Man Links: The Brotherhood || The most inclusive, actionable, and helpful container for men on this planet! Instagram || @risingmanmovement & @philjgomez DOJO || A 4 day, carefully crafted sequence of rigorous exercises that will challenge the limits of your mental, physical, and emotional fortitude. Men's Teams || Are you ready to join other men JUST LIKE YOU who have found a way to RISE ABOVE life's challenges and create a life of purpose and fulfillment? Join our online FIRE CIRCLE!  Online Course || IGNITE is a 12 week online program designed to ignite your purpose and propel you into freedom. Features weekly calls, online modules, growth assignments, and community support!  Initiation || Compass is a 4 day 4 night Vision Fast in the wilderness, with preparation and incorporation calls in the months before and after.  YouTube || The Rising Man Movement Website || RisingMan.org