Fight, Flight, Feel: Rebuilding the Man- Tim T. Ep285

Welcome into the Young Dad Pod—whether you're running on fumes from night feeds, chasing toddlers, or trying to hold it together at work and home—thanks for being here and tuning in.Today’s guest is Tim Thomas, a former Special Forces operator turned wellness coach, mental health advocate, and founder of Breathwork in Bed. Tim’s journey from combat zones to calming breathwork has helped transform the lives of veterans, parents, and everyday people by showing them the power of rest, resilience, and connection. He’s raised over $1M for mental health research, saved lives, and now he’s here to help us sleep better, stress less, and step into our power as men and dads.If today’s episode spoke to you, hit up breathworkinbed.com.au to grab your 28-day free trial of the app. Better sleep and less stress are just a breath away.Visit the website for interactive activity guides and everything YDP- ⁠⁠www.youngdadpod.com Click the link for YDP deals (Triad Math, Forefathers, and more) - https://linktr.ee/youngdadpod Interested in being a guest on the Young Dad Podcast? Reach out to Jey Young through PodMatch at this link: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/youngdadLastly,consider making a monetary donation to support the Pod, https://buymeacoffee.com/youngdadpod.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Tim Thomas and His Journey02:38 The Importance of Connection and Communication Among Men05:40 Breaking Isolation: The Power of Shared Experiences08:32 Understanding Pain and Loneliness in Men's Lives11:09 The Role of Authentic Conversations in Healing13:49 The Impact of Parenting on Personal Development16:33 The Cost of Living as an Energetic Pauper18:52 Investing in Yourself for Greater Returns21:41 The Power of Physical Activity in Men's Conversations24:02 Transforming Struggles into Fertilizer for Growth26:40 The Journey of Generosity and Healing29:32 Conclusion: Embracing Growth and Connection36:45 Understanding Energy Drain and Sovereign Skin40:29 The Importance of Sleep and Breathwork46:30 Breathwork Techniques for Couples and Individuals59:08 Practical Breathwork Applications and Final Thoughts