Episode #962

When’s the last time your wife gave you that look—the one that says, “I want you”?

If it’s been a minute, you’re not alone. A lot of married guys find themselves in that same spot… and yeah, it probably means your Sexual Market Value (SMV) isn’t where it used to be.

In this episode, Coach Chris and I unpack what SMV actually means for men in long-term relationships. And no, it’s not just about being in shape or dressing sharp. It’s about the way you carry yourself, how much self-respect you have, and whether you’re still showing up like the man she was once drawn to.

We also get into the difference between real confidence and just going through the motions. A lot of men don’t even realize how far they’ve drifted until they either catch a glimpse in the mirror—or hear some hard truth from another man. If you’ve been thinking, “I’m doing everything I should… so why does she seem checked out?”—this conversation might hit close to home.

You’ll hear how to start rebuilding that quiet, steady confidence that naturally draws people in—especially your wife. We’re not talking gimmicks or trying to be someone you’re not. Just simple, real-world actions that help you feel solid in your own skin again. And it all starts with self-respect—not chasing approval.

So if you’ve been feeling kind of invisible at home, and you’re ready to start leading with presence and purpose again—yeah, this one’s for you.

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Episode #961

Ever feel like you're tiptoeing around in your own house?

You’re doing everything you can to keep things calm—avoiding conflict, keeping quiet, trying not to rock the boat. But deep down, it’s eating at you. And here's the tough part: that silence? It might be making things worse.

In this episode, I’m talking with Coach Chris Hansen from our Navigate program about something a lot of guys wrestle with—setting and holding boundaries in their relationships. We get into why it's so damn hard, and how avoiding it usually just leads to more resentment, distance, and disconnect at home.

This isn’t some high-level theory talk. We get into real stuff—actual examples of what setting a boundary really looks like, and how to do it without blowing everything up.

We talk about why your wife might not be taking your boundaries seriously—and how to shift that. We also get into the difference between a boundary, a want, and an agreement. (Hint: mixing those up? It causes way more problems than you think.)

One of the biggest takeaways? Most guys are accidentally teaching their wives to ignore them—and it’s not because they’re weak or passive. It's just a pattern they've never noticed. But one honest convo (the kind we usually avoid) can change a lot.

We wrap it up by looking at what actually creates respect and connection—and no, it’s not raising your voice. Vulnerability, done right, changes everything. When you start showing up differently, the whole dynamic starts to shift.

So if you’re sick of feeling like your needs don’t matter, or like you’re always coming in last—this one’s worth a listen. You’ll walk away with some clear tools to start leading your relationship with more clarity, confidence, and calm.

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Episode #960

Ever catch yourself staring in the mirror thinking, “This can’t be it… right?”
That quiet pull, like there’s gotta be more to life—but you’re not even sure what “more” means anymore?

Yeah. You’re not the only one.

In this episode, we get into what a lot of people call a midlife crisis—but we see it differently. We call it a midlife awakening.

Steve and Mark, two of our Alpha Reset coaches, join me for a real conversation about what it actually looks like to hit that wall… and then move through it. These guys have walked with a lot of men through some serious turning points, and they don’t sugarcoat it.

We dig into:

• The silent weight a lot of men carry around without even realizing it

• Why reading all the self-help books in the world won’t move the needle unless you’re willing to get uncomfortable

• What it means when your “little boy” shows up in your marriage—and why your wife feels it even if you don’t

• How most men are chasing a “dream life” they’ve never actually defined

• And yeah… we even talk about a guy who had a realization about his own ashes that completely changed where he chose to live—while he was still alive

This one’s not about fixing yourself. It’s about waking up to what’s real—and maybe starting to live like you mean it.

So if you’ve been saying “livin’ the dream” with an eye roll and a tired laugh… might be time to find out what your real dream actually looks like.

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