Send us Fan Mail In this raw, unscripted solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the state of the podcast and sharing the latest listener stats, community updates, and what the future holds for the show. But more importantly, we are diving deep into the single most critical survival skill a man needs when his marriage ends: the ability to soothe himself out of fight-or-flight mode. When a crisis hits, your panic response takes over, and your logical thinking brain goes completely offlin...

Send us Fan Mail You wake up in a cold sweat. You just had a hyper-realistic dream that you and your ex-wife were back together, or worse, having a massive fight. Now, your entire morning is ruined by confusion, anger, or guilt. Does this mean you still want her back? Does it mean you are failing at your recovery? According to psychotherapist Nick Balaisis, the answer is a resounding no. Today, we dive into the fascinating world of Jungian dream analysis. We debunk the myth that dreams are ju...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I cover where I am at, in life, lately, and how its ok to be...ok. Support the show https://www.risingphoenixpodcast.com

Send us Fan Mail You are treating your divorce like a project at work. You are trying to analyze it, strategize your way out of it, and "logic" away the pain. But no matter how many books you read or podcasts you listen to, you still feel stuck. Why? Because you are trying to treat a broken heart like a math problem. Today, we are doing the heavy psychological lifting with Dr. Chet Sunde. We break down the critical difference between treating anxiety and processing true emotion. Most men are ...

Send us Fan Mail In this very short episode I invite you, to come guest host the show. Support the show https://www.risingphoenixpodcast.com

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I cover the lessons that I have learned in the 6 plus years since my ex-wife left me. Support the show https://www.risingphoenixpodcast.com

Send us Fan Mail "I haven't had to make a new friend in 15 years. Where do I even start?" If your social circle vanished when your marriage ended, you are not alone. Many married men compartmentalize their friendships or rely on their wives to act as the "social director". When the divorce happens, that social calendar goes completely blank—and the silence can be deafening. Today, we are changing how we look at loneliness. We aren't just talking about how much it hurts; we are treating it a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I continue talking about my IFS journey and map out my parts. In addition I provide you with a diagnostic to help you do the same, particularly if you are stuck and cant get over your ex. Support the show https://www.risingphoenixpodcast.com

Send us Fan Mail You are still going to work. You are still paying the bills. You are still showing up for your kids. When people ask how you are handling the divorce, you say, "I'm just tired". But behind closed doors, you are exhausted, numb, and running on fumes. Today, we are talking about the depression that clinicians rarely discuss: High-Functioning Depression. My guest is Dr. Stacy, a clinical psychologist with extensive experience in the VA healthcare system specializing in trauma an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I talk about IFS. I define it and provide some insights that Ive gained in IFS therapy. Support the show https://www.risingphoenixpodcast.com