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How To Diffuse Toxicity, Part 2
Episode 14420th June 2023 • Empowered AF • Mark Santiago
00:00:00 00:23:37

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In This Episode, Mark and Joey continue the discussion on how to defuse toxicity in relationships and the importance of taking ownership and responsibility in relationships. They share a story of a man who initially wanted to file for divorce but decided to work on himself instead. They emphasize the need to create a safe space for oneself and the significance of self-improvement. They also address the challenges of co-parenting and offer advice on handling pushback in a productive manner.

Episode Summary:

  • Intro to the episode. 0:03
  • Welcome to the next level of Empowered Man 2.0.
  • Creating a new marriage.
  • It always comes back to us. 1:55
  • It comes back to the man in the mirror.
  • Take ownership. Step one, take ownership.
  • Why men don’t show up for themselves 3:24
  • Men don't know how to show up for themselves.
  • 95% of what men say is bullshit.
  • It's all her telling me how to fix it. 5:03
  • Taking responsibility instead of trying to fix it.
  • The man he wants to be.
  • Understanding that just because your marriage is over doesn’t mean your life is over. 6:33
  • Marriage is dead for 98% of you.
  • How to get empowered to move forward.
  • Santiago family 2.0 vs Santiago family 1.0.
  • Kids are more resilient than you realize.
  • Understanding your values and willingness to compromise. 11:06
  • Being a shell of the man he used to be.
  • How to handle push back.
  • Things that aren’t worth the battle. 13:16
  • No fighting over petty things with your ex-wife.
  • Recognize when kids are with you and when not.
  • How do you detach from the outcome? 15:13
  • Summer camp for five-year-old daughter.
  • How to deal with summer camp conflict.
  • What are indicators that a spouse is ready to return to the marriage? 17:31
  • Three indicators that a spouse is ready to return to the marriage.
  • How to protect yourself from manipulation. 19:23
  • Protecting against manipulation in a divorce.
  • How many guys have a plan.
  • Mark's mission is to eradicate loneliness and help men become better men.
  • Empowered man group.

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