The Sovereign Man Podcast

“Hard times create strong men, strong men create good times, good times create weak men, weak men create hard times.”

- G. Michael Hopf

The above poem says it all. The rise, decline and fall of the Roman empire is testament to this cycle. When the living is easy, mankind has a tendency to give in to temptation, trading dignity for decadence. Over time, basic human principles slide until they start to reverse and what was once known to be weakness is now seen as strength and vice versa. But this cycle only exists and is able to repeat itself because, while mankind may change, the foundation of reality doesn’t.

We all know we’re headed in to hard times now, but Geoff Michael Hopf believes that it’s an opportunity. We need to embrace these hard times as part of the cycle so that strong men can bring about another era of good times.

Along these lines, Geoff offers the following advice:

1. Develop self-reliance. Pull back from modern culture. Limit your time on social media and pornography. Focus that energy toward educating yourself, learning new skillsets. Prepare for recession by building financial literacy.
2. The mind is everything. We are an expression of our thoughts. Strengthen your mind. Practice gratitude and find the weaknesses inside yourself.

Geoff is a best-selling author with 37 books written. His writing style includes post-apocalyptic landscapes, Wild West gunfights, and the paranormal. He also runs his own publishing company called Beyond The Fray Publishing, focussing on non-fiction paranormal, cryptid, UFO and true crime.

https://www.gmichaelhopf.com

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Also in this episode:

Colion Noir https://www.youtube.com/user/MrColionNoir

Book: Jocko Willink - Extreme Ownership

“Faith is what will give you the courage to do something when you know that it may be the last thing that you ever do.” - Ernest Emerson

“Don’t pray for an easier life, pray for stronger men.” - John F. Kennedy

Ernest Emerson is the man who designed the tactical folding knife used by the Navy Seals. He’s a martial artist who’s been instructing hand-to-hand combat for over 30 years to likes of the Navy Seals, law enforcement, London Guards and many other elite groups of warriors. The wealth of knowledge and experience he’s gained has been captured in his new book, Bad Guy With A Gun: How To Survive The Attack Of An Active Shooter. With topics such as The Protocols of Action, the Process of an Attack, the Dangers of the Bias for Normalcy, the Principles of Pre-Emptive Self-Defense and the knowledge of Active Counter Measures, you will be prepared if you ever encounter extreme violence.

The book is endorsed by several U.S. Navy Seals and combat specialists including JiuJitsu legend, Royce Gracie and former U.S. Navy Seal, Leif Babin who co-author the book Extreme Ownership with Jocko Willink.

You can find the book on Amazon.

Ernest Emerson is also the creator of Emerson Knives in Harbour City, California. Emerson Knives have set the standard for tactical knives used by elite military and law enforcement units around the world.

https://emersonknives.com/

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Jerry West is an NBA legend who’s been immortalized in the NBA logo. He wrote an autobiography called, West By West: My Charmed, Tormented Life where he shares his perspective on being raised by his imperfect father. Here at the Sovereign Man, we believe that father’s, even many of the imperfect one’s, deserve some credit in the legacy of the their children. Jerry West’s performance as an athlete suggests the his father’s methods, though imperfect, contributed to Jerry’s fire and immense success as an athlete and role model.

You can find Jerry West’s autobiography, West By West: My Charmed, Tormented Life, on Amazon.

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It takes courage to be decisive. It’s a very masculine quality that everyone benefits from.

If you’re a person who sits on the fence and avoids being direct and clear, you'll benefit from today’s conversation.

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There’s always room for a man to step up his game. A man who knows some basic principled when it comes to dating and relationship will do a lot of good in the world by setting an example for other men and for their children by learning how to fulfill his role in relationship.

Men who’re dating or interested in dating, or in a long-term relationship will step up their game by hearing the wisdom that Paul Bauer has to offer. Paul is a man who’s gained a lot of knowledge by being honest with himself when relationships didn’t work out and by reaching out to find the leaders and groups of other men who could help show him the way.

He’s a father of two children and the host of the Come On Man podcast.

You can find Paul Bauer on YouTube by searching Come On Man podcast He publishes new episodes every Monday. You cab also find him on Tiktok, Instagram, and Twitter.

If you’d like to work with Paul directly, visit his Patreon at patreon.com/comeonmanpod.

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“The world is burning men.”

The foundation of principles that we depend on to sustain our human dignity has been stripped away and men are losing their faith in God, themselves, and society.  At the same time, the notion of toxic masculinity is burning men while society tries to take away our voices. 

Joseph Warren says don’t believe the lie of toxic masculinity, but be sure to use your masculinity for good.

Joseph is a Christian man who helps other men work through stress and anger and find a sense of purpose.

Expert action steps:

1. Take outrageous ownership of your own life.
2. Responsibility.
3. Take the lead in your family and be humble.

If you’re angry, stressed or lacking purpose, you may qualify for one-on-one coaching. Go to freepurposecall.com to learn more.

Joseph will be offering mastermind programs with a group of men soon. Go to www.blowuprocks.com for more information.

As a free gift to SMP listeners, Joseph will send you his book, Peace & Purpose: Seven Steps For Mastering Anger & Stress. You pay the shipping, he sends the book. freepurposebook.com.

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Porn is an addiction and like any other, it escalates. An obsession with pornography and sex robs a man of his integrity and his ability to fully honour and fulfill a woman. Frank Rich sees pornography as a marketing tool for the human trafficking industry. He has made it his mission to help men overcome their porn addictions and become the man they were meant to be.

In this episode:

1. Where else is addiction showing up in your life?
2. How to protect yourself and your young children from porn and human trafficking.
3. Find your purpose and mission.

To learn more about what Frank can do for you, go to rebuiltrecovery.com. You can also find him as Coach Frank Rich on Instagram and YouTube or on his podcast, Super-Human Life.

Also in this episode:

The anti-trafficking movement founded by Sara LaChance.

https://www.stopthemovement.org/

Check out John Eldridge’s book, Wild At Heart.

https://www.amazon.ca/Wild-Heart-Revised-Updated-Discovering/dp/1400200393

You can find a Pedophile Hunter hat like Frank’s, at Dixxon Flannel Co.

https://poshmark.com/listing/dixxon-flannel-Co-Pedophile-Hunter-hats-615ca5c9463d4fee2db51465

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“Most men don’t know what their values are and therefore they have trouble standing for something. We get to choose who we are as men, we get to choose who we are as business owners and in the context of life.”

Patrick Francey is the founder of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN). For the last 30 years, he’s helped thousands of Canadians create sovereignty and financial freedom for themselves and their families through real estate investing. 200000 people have taken the courses offered by REIN. Patrick is a husband, father, entrepreneur, and intellectual. One of his values is ‘to be a contribution’. Patrick believes that a man’s values are at the core of his success.

Takeaways:

1. Your life is a reflection of the decisions you make or the decisions you don’t make.

2. Integrity is who you are when no one’s looking.

3. Define what it means to you to be a successful man. Make it tangible.

Also in this episode:

Book, 'Tribes' by Seth Godin.

https://www.amazon.ca/Tribes-We-Need-You-Lead/dp/1491514736

Book. 'Extreme Ownership' by Jocko Willink.

https://www.amazon.ca/Extreme-Ownership-U-S-Navy-SEALs/dp/1250067057

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Freedom and sovereignty are available to anyone who takes ownership over their life. With that as a starting point, the barriers you’ve set for yourself will start breaking down. And with the strength that comes from doing this work, you’ll find that you want to help others do the same.

Kipp Sorensen is a leader in the men’s movement known as the Iron Council, part of Ryan Michler’s, Order Of Man.

To learn more about the Iron Council and what the Order Of Man has to offer, go to https://orderofman.com/.

Also in this episode:

Jocko Willink’s book, Extreme Ownership.

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Men will always need to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their communities. But it isn’t necessarily just about knocking down enemies. Tim Larkin believes learning how to defend yourself makes your life more peaceful because you become more aware of the potential for danger in your life and how to avoid it.

In this episode:

• Give yourself permission to start from scratch.
• It’s not about what fighting style or type of self-defence you choose, it’s about just doing it.
• Create a lifestyle where you’re ready for anything.
• Live more consciously, intentionally and intelligently.

To learn more about Tim Larkin or to sign up for a free masterclass, go to timlarkin.com.

You can also find him on:

https://rumble.com/c/c-652353

https://www.youtube.com/c/TimlarkinSelfProtection

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Times have changed but the most basic principles of being a man haven’t. Despite lifestyle and politics, a man still has to survive, protect, and do what it takes to raise a family if he so chooses. Huub Van Maris was born in the late 50s, surrounded by men who had just been through the second world war and depended on their basic, no-bullshit masculinity for survival.

Huub Van Maris believes that being honourable is part of being a man. That means;

• Keep your word.
• Provide
• Be truthful.
• Be clear on your purpose.
• Do whatever you can to fulfill your purpose.

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Soccer, fathersday, menswork, 

Art is a powerful way of teaching and upholding the potential and dignity of humanity. The 

TV show, Yellowstone, starring Kevin Costner is one example as it exemplifies five pillars of masculinity; loyalty, honour, respect, trust, and commitment.

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Without the presence of a father, and considering the fact that no father is perfect, boys will look for father energy elsewhere. Colt Charlebois reminds us that every man has access to father energy through God.

Also in this episode:

John Eldredge https://wildatheart.org/

Ernest Emerson of Emerson Knives

https://emersonknives.com/

Folding Steak Knife

https://emersonknives.com/shop/knives/all-knives/folding-steak-knife/

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“When your fathers no longer there for you, you need other men to pick up that baton. Because you need ‘fathering’ right ‘till you die.”

Social isolation has always been a problem but the recent lockdowns have made matters worse. This can be more of a problem among men since men tend to keep their feelings to themselves. The result is that he becomes emotional and goes into his head. But when a man starts being driven by his emotions, he can become dangerous to himself and others. On the other hand, a man with healthy relationships with other men is more likely to have a sense of purpose, which keeps him out of his head and focused on being his best self.

Geoff is a senior consultant with Investors Group Financial Services. Click here to request an appointment with him to get advice for all your wealth management needs.

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Marriage is something many people don’t know how to approach anymore. Everyone knows someone who’s divorced or going through a divorce or who complains that they want a divorce.  It's no wonder many people decide not to get married at all, even if they still want a long-term relationship. But avoiding marriage completely doesn’t have to be the only solution. Understanding some basic relationship principles will help you make better decisions when dating or considering how to build a family.

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“There’s something about making something with your bare hands that just makes you feel good.”

Forging steel to make an axe and learning how to use it is masculinity at its finest. Rob Dent knows the unique fulfilment that comes from building functional tools with your own hands and he’s created a business to give others the same opportunity.

Axcadmy is located at 388 Carlaw Ave. in Toronto, Canada.

To learn more, go to https://www.axcadmy.com.

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Part of a man’s legacy is his kids. It’s an incredible opportunity to contribute the priceless lessons you’ve learned in your life to the future generations of society. If you haven’t already found it, your kids will become your purpose. And If you’ve already found your purpose, your kids will propel you forward and show you your true strength, making the path toward your goals more clear and direct.

Takeaways:

1. Find and augment your purpose.
2. Experience the joy of loving someone else more than you love yourself.
3. It will make you try harder to be successful.
4. Motivation to be stronger, healthier and live longer.
5. Legacy.
6. (BONUS) You get to be a kid all over again.

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A word-whore is the type of man who only gives his word when he knows he’ll get something in return. Always investing in himself, he damages his relationships and misses countless opportunities to build up his community and fellow man. This man doesn’t understand or trust that the more you give of yourself, the more you get back. Your strength of character is your most valuable asset.

The more we move away from basic human dignity into this ‘every man for himself’ mentality, the more complicated the world gets.

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“Nothing of value ever comes from being comfortable.”

Rob Arpa owns and runs a landscaping company and day after day, he’s experienced the tremendous amount of satisfaction and joy that comes from accomplishing something that’s uncomfortable. If you’ve ever done anything close to that kind of work, for even just an hour, or you’ve watched a crew working on a property, then you know what this episode is about.

Comfort comes easily to those who sacrifice it for the sake of hard work. But without hard work, comfort just gets in the way of living and stops you from showing up the way you, your family and the world need you to.

This episode is about getting out of your comfort zone and finding your true masculinity. If you’ve already fallen into the comfort trap, then it can be hard to get out. We all waver to some degree. If you’re having trouble stepping up or you want to help other men reach their potential, then that’s what this movement is all about. Check out the Sovereign Circle or the Battle Ready program at https://www.sovereignman.ca/. While you’re there, check out the store for Sovereign Man t-shirts, hats, and books.

“Anyone that’s achieved anything of any value was not in a comfortable situation.”

Life is hard, and there are so many ways to dull the pain. Comfort is too easy to find. But then you’re just running from the front lines of your life.

That’s why we created the Battle Ready program. And that’s why Andy Frisella created 75 HARD. Because we can truly step up and serve our families and communities when we live life with discipline, tolerance, and endurance.

Learn more about 75 HARD at https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info.

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