Michael and Russell are jumping straight into the reality behind modern workaholism and its impact on men’s lives, exploring how the relentless pursuit of success often masks deeper wounds. Michael and Russell break down the difference between a workaholic’s obsession with status and a true warrior’s mission to give, rather than just get. They examine the ways men justify their exhaustion, using “family” and “provision” as rationales for self-sacrifice, while overlooking the cost to their relationships and purpose. The conversation cuts to the core of what drives men toward burnout, asking listeners to confront whether they’re aligned with a mission or simply chasing the next promotion. Michael and Russell challenge men to reconsider their motives, pointing the way to reconnecting with a deeper, more heart-centered path.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 – The Silent Cost of the Money Chase
• 00:01:03 – Welcome to IgKnight the King
• 00:01:08 – Why Workaholics Miss the Real Mission
• 00:01:35 – Facing the Warrior’s Shadow
• 00:02:15 – Is Your Life About Conquest or Contribution?
• 00:05:34 – How Society Programs Men to Burn Out
• 00:09:15 – The Unseen Weight of Providing
• 00:10:04 – Escaping the Corporate Trap
• 00:12:00 – Workaholism: A Costly Addiction
• 00:17:28 – The Boundaries Every Man Needs
• 00:20:45 – The Work-Life Balance Myth
• 00:26:00 – Rediscovering the Mission of the Heart
• 00:27:00 – Final Words and Steps Forward

Links And Resources:

• IgKnight the King
• Book a Call with Dr. Michael Diamond
• IgKnight the King on Facebook
• Dr. Michael Diamond on Instagram
• G. Russell Reynolds on Instagram

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