RMP 148 - The Masculine's Answer To Inner Pain with John Beede

John Beede shares his harrowing experiences and life-altering insights from summiting mountains on all 7 continents. Mountaineering has given John unique and ultra valuable lessons on death, goal setting, and empowerment. John sees many men entering the same toxic patterns of repression and concealment, and has made it his mission to offer men a new strategy for dealing with inner pain. We also talk about how to utilize the medicine wheel and why our perspective on death dictates our quality of life.   Show Notes: Why an integrated man overflows with VALUE Is there a stage between boyhood and manhood? How the medicine wheel and seasonality can inform us on our journey How John's mountaineering experiences shaped his outlook on life John's accomplishment of summiting 7 mountains on 7 continents. Why we often need a wakeup call in order to step up our game How we can transform our relationship to dying John's experience with PTSD from witnessing death What Jeddy teaches his children about death How do men typically deal with their inner pain? What is a better method? Why being in a space with grounded, seasoned men creates safety for expression The differences between wallowing and pro-actively making changes How to embody more Clint Eastwood energy  Why the unclear definition of manhood offers an opportunity to change culture How can a man prove himself? Why support and mentorship are ABSOLUTELY vital to mastery Connect with John Beede:   Book | "The Warrior Challenge"    Website | JohnBeede.com - For climbing expedition documentaries or take his courses! Rising Man Links:   Fire Circles | 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?   Initiation | Compass Program - 4 day 4 night Vision Fast in the wilderness, with preparation and incorporation calls in the months before and after.     Website | RisingMan.org   Instagram | @risingmanmovement Instagram | @jeddyazuma   YouTube | The Rising Man Movement - featuring videos of each Monday Morning Meditation episode!