PUSHING BACK CHAOS https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ en 2022 Join Melon, Mike and Raf in their effort to push back against the chaos of life. Join these three close friends, who engage in very real, very raw, and transparent conversations about work, love, family, and everything in between. Their goal is simple. Help everyone listening by learning from their mistakes and victories, because we’re in this together. All three, veterans of multiple Middle East combat tours, two as pilots, one as a Special Operations soldier. In lock step, they are making their own effort to create a framework for anyone looking to push back against the chaos and optimize their own lives. They don’t claim to have all the answers, but they are willing to share what has worked and what has not, during their journeys. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/300b621e-dd50-11ec-bcd3-a3443aaa44ab/image/PBC_New_Logo.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress PUSHING BACK CHAOS https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ yes episodic Heroes Media Group Join Melon, Mike and Raf in their effort to push back against the chaos of life. Join these three close friends, who engage in very real, very raw, and transparent conversations about work, love, family, and everything in between. Their goal is simple. Help everyone listening by learning from their mistakes and victories, because we’re in this together. All three, veterans of multiple Middle East combat tours, two as pilots, one as a Special Operations soldier. In lock step, they are making their own effort to create a framework for anyone looking to push back against the chaos and optimize their own lives. They don’t claim to have all the answers, but they are willing to share what has worked and what has not, during their journeys. Join Melon, Mike and Raf in their effort to push back against the chaos of life. Join these three close friends, who engage in very real, very raw, and transparent conversations about work, love, family, and everything in between. Their goal is simple. Help everyone listening by learning from their mistakes and victories, because we’re in this together. All three, veterans of multiple Middle East combat tours, two as pilots, one as a Special Operations soldier. In lock step, they are making their own effort to create a framework for anyone looking to push back against the chaos and optimize their own lives. They don’t claim to have all the answers, but they are willing to share what has worked and what has not, during their journeys.

]]> PUSHING BACK CHAOS Pushingbackchaos@gmail.com Ep: 104 - The Internal Barometer When External Validation Stops Working For most of our lives, the scoreboards are clear: Ranks Titles Promotions Praise They tell us we’re doing well. But at some point, something shifts. The applause fades… and the question becomes harder: Who are you when no one is clapping? In Episode 4 of the “I’d Buy Me a Drink” series, your hosts explore the moment when external scorecards stop regulating your sense of worth — and why developing an internal barometer becomes essential for leadership, fatherhood, and a life of integrity. This episode digs into: • Why success and praise eventually lose their power • The quiet danger of succeeding without inner alignment • How elite operators develop an internal compass under pressure • The shift from approval-seeking to self-trust • Why stillness can reveal better options than reaction At some point, every man must choose: External validation… or internal alignment. This conversation may challenge how you measure success. And it prepares the ground for the final episode of the series. The Path to Earned Self-Respect  The Mirror Test  The Whole Ledger  Acceptance Without Drift  The Internal Barometer  Clean Relationships, Quiet Strength If this episode resonated:  Follow the podcast  Share it with someone who leads  Leave a review to help others find the conversation #PushingBackChaos #PBCPodcast #HeroesMediaGroup #MasculineLeadership #Integrity #SelfLeadership #InnerAlignment #ResponsibleMen #MenWhoLead #PushBackChaos Series: I’d Buy Me a Drink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group When External Validation Stops Working For most of our lives, the scoreboards are clear: Ranks Titles Promotions Praise They tell us we’re doing well. But at some point, something shifts. The applause fades… and the question becomes harder: Who are you when no one is clapping? In Episode 4 of the “I’d Buy Me a Drink” series, your hosts explore the moment when external scorecards stop regulating your sense of worth — and why developing an internal barometer becomes essential for leadership, fatherhood, and a life of integrity. This episode digs into: • Why success and praise eventually lose their power • The quiet danger of succeeding without inner alignment • How elite operators develop an internal compass under pressure • The shift from approval-seeking to self-trust • Why stillness can reveal better options than reaction At some point, every man must choose: External validation… or internal alignment. This conversation may challenge how you measure success. And it prepares the ground for the final episode of the series. The Path to Earned Self-Respect  The Mirror Test  The Whole Ledger  Acceptance Without Drift  The Internal Barometer  Clean Relationships, Quiet Strength If this episode resonated:  Follow the podcast  Share it with someone who leads  Leave a review to help others find the conversation #PushingBackChaos #PBCPodcast #HeroesMediaGroup #MasculineLeadership #Integrity #SelfLeadership #InnerAlignment #ResponsibleMen #MenWhoLead #PushBackChaos Series: I’d Buy Me a Drink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices When External Validation Stops Working

For most of our lives, the scoreboards are clear:

Ranks

Titles

Promotions

Praise


They tell us we’re doing well.


But at some point, something shifts.


The applause fades…

and the question becomes harder:


Who are you when no one is clapping?


In Episode 4 of the “I’d Buy Me a Drink” series, your hosts explore the moment when external scorecards stop regulating your sense of worth — and why developing an internal barometer becomes essential for leadership, fatherhood, and a life of integrity.


This episode digs into:

• Why success and praise eventually lose their power

• The quiet danger of succeeding without inner alignment

• How elite operators develop an internal compass under pressure

• The shift from approval-seeking to self-trust

• Why stillness can reveal better options than reaction


At some point, every man must choose:

External validation…

or internal alignment.


This conversation may challenge how you measure success.


And it prepares the ground for the final episode of the series.



The Path to Earned Self-Respect

 The Mirror Test

 The Whole Ledger

 Acceptance Without Drift

 The Internal Barometer

 Clean Relationships, Quiet Strength



If this episode resonated:

 Follow the podcast

 Share it with someone who leads

 Leave a review to help others find the conversation



#PushingBackChaos

#PBCPodcast

#HeroesMediaGroup

#MasculineLeadership

#Integrity

#SelfLeadership

#InnerAlignment

#ResponsibleMen

#MenWhoLead

#PushBackChaos

Series: 
I’d Buy Me a Drink

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]]> 3873 Ep: 103 - Acceptance Without Drift The question is: Are you correcting yourself — or attacking yourself? How do you accept who you are… without lowering your standards? In this episode, we unpack Acceptance Without Drift: Acceptance is a starting point — not a finish line. Self-hatred is not discipline. Compassion is not complacency. Real discipline isn’t built on shame. It’s built on responsibility. Two truths must coexist: “I am responsible.” “I am not perfect.” When you hold both, everything changes. We talk about: • Why shame can fuel a sprint — but never a lifetime • How identity drives action, and action drives outcome • Why stillness after a mistake creates better options • The leadership mindset that stabilizes teams under pressure Self-respect corrects behavior. Self-hatred attacks identity. There’s a difference. You don’t grow by hating yourself into submission. You grow by respecting yourself into action. That’s how we push back chaos. ⸻ Practical: The 3-Step Reset When you fall short: 1. Debrief the action — not the person 2. Pause before reacting 3. Build correction within 24 hours Acceptance without drift. Stand under the bar — and lift. #PushingBackChaos #PBC #HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #AcceptanceWithoutDrift#IdentityActionOutcome#SelfRespect#ResponsibleMen#DisciplinedLife#Stillness#MasculineLeadership#MenWhoLead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group The question is: Are you correcting yourself — or attacking yourself? How do you accept who you are… without lowering your standards? In this episode, we unpack Acceptance Without Drift: Acceptance is a starting point — not a finish line. Self-hatred is not discipline. Compassion is not complacency. Real discipline isn’t built on shame. It’s built on responsibility. Two truths must coexist: “I am responsible.” “I am not perfect.” When you hold both, everything changes. We talk about: • Why shame can fuel a sprint — but never a lifetime • How identity drives action, and action drives outcome • Why stillness after a mistake creates better options • The leadership mindset that stabilizes teams under pressure Self-respect corrects behavior. Self-hatred attacks identity. There’s a difference. You don’t grow by hating yourself into submission. You grow by respecting yourself into action. That’s how we push back chaos. ⸻ Practical: The 3-Step Reset When you fall short: 1. Debrief the action — not the person 2. Pause before reacting 3. Build correction within 24 hours Acceptance without drift. Stand under the bar — and lift. #PushingBackChaos #PBC #HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #AcceptanceWithoutDrift#IdentityActionOutcome#SelfRespect#ResponsibleMen#DisciplinedLife#Stillness#MasculineLeadership#MenWhoLead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The question is:

Are you correcting yourself — or attacking yourself?


How do you accept who you are… without lowering your standards?


In this episode, we unpack Acceptance Without Drift:


  • Acceptance is a starting point — not a finish line.
  • Self-hatred is not discipline.
  • Compassion is not complacency.



Real discipline isn’t built on shame.

It’s built on responsibility.


Two truths must coexist:


  • “I am responsible.”
  • “I am not perfect.”



When you hold both, everything changes.


We talk about:

• Why shame can fuel a sprint — but never a lifetime

• How identity drives action, and action drives outcome

• Why stillness after a mistake creates better options

• The leadership mindset that stabilizes teams under pressure


Self-respect corrects behavior.

Self-hatred attacks identity.


There’s a difference.


You don’t grow by hating yourself into submission.

You grow by respecting yourself into action.


That’s how we push back chaos.


⸻

Practical: The 3-Step Reset

When you fall short:

1. Debrief the action — not the person

2. Pause before reacting

3. Build correction within 24 hours


Acceptance without drift.

Stand under the bar — and lift.

#PushingBackChaos #PBC #HeroesMediaGroup #HMG

#AcceptanceWithoutDrift
#IdentityActionOutcome
#SelfRespect
#ResponsibleMen
#DisciplinedLife
#Stillness
#MasculineLeadership
#MenWhoLead


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]]> 4073 Ep: 102 - The Whole Ledger The question is: Are you managing the whole thing — or just the part that makes you look good? What changes when you stop hiding your weaknesses — even from yourself? In this episode, we unpack The Whole Ledger Principle: • Insecure men hide flaws. • Arrogant men deny them. • Grounded men account for them. Real confidence isn’t pretending you’re flawless. It’s managing reality. Every man has strengths. Every man has liabilities. The problem isn’t weakness — it’s weakness unmanaged. We talk about: • Why self-knowledge creates calm • How unacknowledged flaws leak into relationships • The power of saying, “Here’s where I’m dangerous — and here’s how I manage it.” Your circle doesn’t need perfection. It needs predictability. ⸻ Practical: The 3-Line Ledger Take 5 minutes and write: 1. One strength that makes you effective 2. One weakness that makes you dangerous 3. One system you use to manage it Confidence isn’t claiming perfection. It’s stewarding the whole ledger. That’s how we push back chaos. #PushingBackChaos #PBC # HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #WholeLedger #GroundedMen #MasculineLeadership #SelfGovernance #EmotionalMaturity #FaithDrivenMen #GrowthMindset #MenWhoLead #AccountabilityCulture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group The question is: Are you managing the whole thing — or just the part that makes you look good? What changes when you stop hiding your weaknesses — even from yourself? In this episode, we unpack The Whole Ledger Principle: • Insecure men hide flaws. • Arrogant men deny them. • Grounded men account for them. Real confidence isn’t pretending you’re flawless. It’s managing reality. Every man has strengths. Every man has liabilities. The problem isn’t weakness — it’s weakness unmanaged. We talk about: • Why self-knowledge creates calm • How unacknowledged flaws leak into relationships • The power of saying, “Here’s where I’m dangerous — and here’s how I manage it.” Your circle doesn’t need perfection. It needs predictability. ⸻ Practical: The 3-Line Ledger Take 5 minutes and write: 1. One strength that makes you effective 2. One weakness that makes you dangerous 3. One system you use to manage it Confidence isn’t claiming perfection. It’s stewarding the whole ledger. That’s how we push back chaos. #PushingBackChaos #PBC # HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #WholeLedger #GroundedMen #MasculineLeadership #SelfGovernance #EmotionalMaturity #FaithDrivenMen #GrowthMindset #MenWhoLead #AccountabilityCulture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The question is:

Are you managing the whole thing — or just the part that makes you look good?


What changes when you stop hiding your weaknesses — even from yourself?


In this episode, we unpack The Whole Ledger Principle:

• Insecure men hide flaws.

• Arrogant men deny them.

• Grounded men account for them.


Real confidence isn’t pretending you’re flawless.

It’s managing reality.


Every man has strengths.

Every man has liabilities.


The problem isn’t weakness — it’s weakness unmanaged.


We talk about:

• Why self-knowledge creates calm

• How unacknowledged flaws leak into relationships

• The power of saying, “Here’s where I’m dangerous — and here’s how I manage it.”


Your circle doesn’t need perfection.

It needs predictability.


⸻


Practical: The 3-Line Ledger


Take 5 minutes and write:

1. One strength that makes you effective

2. One weakness that makes you dangerous

3. One system you use to manage it


Confidence isn’t claiming perfection.


It’s stewarding the whole ledger.


That’s how we push back chaos.



#PushingBackChaos #PBC # HeroesMediaGroup #HMG

#WholeLedger

#GroundedMen

#MasculineLeadership

#SelfGovernance

#EmotionalMaturity

#FaithDrivenMen

#GrowthMindset

#MenWhoLead

#AccountabilityCulture

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]]> 3733 Ep: 101 - “I’d Buy Me a Drink” — The Path to Earned Self-Respect Part 1— The Mirror Test Can you look at your life honestly — strengths and failures — and still choose yourself? In this episode of Pushing Back Chaos, we start where real stability begins: self-respect. Not ego. Not self-hype. But the ability to assess yourself accurately without tearing yourself apart. Most men don’t lack confidence — they’ve outsourced their worth. To approval. To performance. To status, success, or validation that never fully settles the nervous system. We explore: • Why self-respect is different from ego • How outsourcing your worth creates emotional instability • The difference between liking yourself and excusing yourself • Why earned self-regard — not affirmation — is what actually grounds a man This conversation isn’t about self-attack or self-justification. It’s about truth without abandonment. Because if you can’t sit with yourself in silence, nothing else will ever feel settled. This episode opens the door without threatening identity — inviting reflection instead of defensiveness — and lays the foundation for everything that follows. Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. #PushingBackChaos #PBC  #Leadership #ConsciousLiving #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Brotherhood #Reflection  #MenWalkingTogether #Selfworth  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 07 Feb 2026 23:47:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Part 1— The Mirror Test Can you look at your life honestly — strengths and failures — and still choose yourself? In this episode of Pushing Back Chaos, we start where real stability begins: self-respect. Not ego. Not self-hype. But the ability to assess yourself accurately without tearing yourself apart. Most men don’t lack confidence — they’ve outsourced their worth. To approval. To performance. To status, success, or validation that never fully settles the nervous system. We explore: • Why self-respect is different from ego • How outsourcing your worth creates emotional instability • The difference between liking yourself and excusing yourself • Why earned self-regard — not affirmation — is what actually grounds a man This conversation isn’t about self-attack or self-justification. It’s about truth without abandonment. Because if you can’t sit with yourself in silence, nothing else will ever feel settled. This episode opens the door without threatening identity — inviting reflection instead of defensiveness — and lays the foundation for everything that follows. Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. #PushingBackChaos #PBC  #Leadership #ConsciousLiving #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Brotherhood #Reflection  #MenWalkingTogether #Selfworth  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Part 1— The Mirror Test


Can you look at your life honestly — strengths and failures — and still choose yourself?


In this episode of Pushing Back Chaos, we start where real stability begins: self-respect.


Not ego.

Not self-hype.

But the ability to assess yourself accurately without tearing yourself apart.


Most men don’t lack confidence — they’ve outsourced their worth.

To approval.

To performance.

To status, success, or validation that never fully settles the nervous system.


We explore:

• Why self-respect is different from ego

• How outsourcing your worth creates emotional instability

• The difference between liking yourself and excusing yourself

• Why earned self-regard — not affirmation — is what actually grounds a man


This conversation isn’t about self-attack or self-justification.

It’s about truth without abandonment.


Because if you can’t sit with yourself in silence, nothing else will ever feel settled.


This episode opens the door without threatening identity — inviting reflection instead of defensiveness — and lays the foundation for everything that follows.


Join the Conversation:

Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one.

If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.

And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.


#PushingBackChaos #PBC  #Leadership #ConsciousLiving #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Brotherhood #Reflection 

#MenWalkingTogether #Selfworth 

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]]> 4036 Ep: 100 - The Adventure “Dahn-Unda” Six Years. 190 Episodes total. Growth Across Continents. Episode 100 is more than a number—it’s a full-circle moment. For the first time ever, Kris flew down to Australia to spend two powerful weeks with Melon, bringing the Pushing Back Chaos conversation to the same room, the same table, and the same heartbeat. What started years ago as conversations through microphones and miles has now become real-life connection. To make this moment even more special, the guys were joined by a special surprise guest—our original host Raf!!!, adding depth, perspective, and brotherhood to an already historic episode. Together, they reflect on: • 190 total episodes released over the past 6 years • The evolution of Pushing Back Chaos from raw beginnings to intentional purpose • The growth they’ve experienced as men, friends, and leaders • Lessons learned through pain, consistency, faith, and perseverance • How their definitions of success, strength, and obedience have changed • Where they are now—and where they believe God is leading next This episode isn’t about hype—it’s about faithfulness. It’s about showing up when it’s uncomfortable, staying when it’s hard, and trusting that growth happens when you don’t quit. Whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or you’re just tuning in now, Episode 100 is an invitation to look back with gratitude, stand present with humility, and move forward with purpose. Thank you for pushing back chaos with us. This journey continues. Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. #PushingBackChaos #PBC  #Leadership #ConsciousLiving #HealingJourney #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Brotherhood #MenWalkingTogether #Episode100 #PBCLegacy #PodcastMilestone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Six Years. 190 Episodes total. Growth Across Continents. Episode 100 is more than a number—it’s a full-circle moment. For the first time ever, Kris flew down to Australia to spend two powerful weeks with Melon, bringing the Pushing Back Chaos conversation to the same room, the same table, and the same heartbeat. What started years ago as conversations through microphones and miles has now become real-life connection. To make this moment even more special, the guys were joined by a special surprise guest—our original host Raf!!!, adding depth, perspective, and brotherhood to an already historic episode. Together, they reflect on: • 190 total episodes released over the past 6 years • The evolution of Pushing Back Chaos from raw beginnings to intentional purpose • The growth they’ve experienced as men, friends, and leaders • Lessons learned through pain, consistency, faith, and perseverance • How their definitions of success, strength, and obedience have changed • Where they are now—and where they believe God is leading next This episode isn’t about hype—it’s about faithfulness. It’s about showing up when it’s uncomfortable, staying when it’s hard, and trusting that growth happens when you don’t quit. Whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or you’re just tuning in now, Episode 100 is an invitation to look back with gratitude, stand present with humility, and move forward with purpose. Thank you for pushing back chaos with us. This journey continues. Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. #PushingBackChaos #PBC  #Leadership #ConsciousLiving #HealingJourney #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Brotherhood #MenWalkingTogether #Episode100 #PBCLegacy #PodcastMilestone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Six Years. 190 Episodes total. Growth Across Continents.


Episode 100 is more than a number—it’s a full-circle moment.


For the first time ever, Kris flew down to Australia to spend two powerful weeks with Melon, bringing the Pushing Back Chaos conversation to the same room, the same table, and the same heartbeat. What started years ago as conversations through microphones and miles has now become real-life connection.


To make this moment even more special, the guys were joined by a special surprise guest—our original host Raf!!!, adding depth, perspective, and brotherhood to an already historic episode.


Together, they reflect on:

• 190 total episodes released over the past 6 years

• The evolution of Pushing Back Chaos from raw beginnings to intentional purpose

• The growth they’ve experienced as men, friends, and leaders

• Lessons learned through pain, consistency, faith, and perseverance

• How their definitions of success, strength, and obedience have changed

• Where they are now—and where they believe God is leading next


This episode isn’t about hype—it’s about faithfulness.

It’s about showing up when it’s uncomfortable, staying when it’s hard, and trusting that growth happens when you don’t quit.


Whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or you’re just tuning in now, Episode 100 is an invitation to look back with gratitude, stand present with humility, and move forward with purpose.


Thank you for pushing back chaos with us.

This journey continues.


Join the Conversation:

Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one.

If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.

And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.


#PushingBackChaos #PBC  #Leadership #ConsciousLiving #HealingJourney #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Brotherhood

#MenWalkingTogether #Episode100

#PBCLegacy #PodcastMilestone

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]]> 4373 Ep: 099 - Strong Enough to Not Be Hard What does real masculinity look like when life gets heavy?In this episode of Pushing Back Chaos, Kris and Paul challenge cultural ideas of strength and explore a healthier model of masculinity—one rooted in presence, service, emotional awareness, and faith.“Masculinity isn’t proven by how much you can lift. It’s proven by how much you can carry—and still love well.”They discuss holiday pressures, toxic vs. healthy masculinity, childhood patterns under stress, identity over control, and how true strength is revealed through service rather than self-protection. Personal stories from Special Operations, family medical crises, and leading at home bring the conversation down to real life.This episode challenges cultural definitions of masculinity and replaces them with a model rooted in presence, service, emotional integrity, and faith. Final ThoughtMasculinity, at its best, reflects a strength that absorbs pressure without passing pain downstream. It’s the quiet resolve to stay present, faithful, and loving—especially when life is heavy.Join the Conversation:Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one.If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.#PushingBackChaos #PBC #Leadership #ConsciousLiving #HealingJourney #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #StrongEnoughToStaySoft #HealthyMasculinity #StrengthWithPurpose #FaithFirst #PresenceOverPerformance #MasculinityRedefined Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group What does real masculinity look like when life gets heavy?In this episode of Pushing Back Chaos, Kris and Paul challenge cultural ideas of strength and explore a healthier model of masculinity—one rooted in presence, service, emotional awareness, and faith.“Masculinity isn’t proven by how much you can lift. It’s proven by how much you can carry—and still love well.”They discuss holiday pressures, toxic vs. healthy masculinity, childhood patterns under stress, identity over control, and how true strength is revealed through service rather than self-protection. Personal stories from Special Operations, family medical crises, and leading at home bring the conversation down to real life.This episode challenges cultural definitions of masculinity and replaces them with a model rooted in presence, service, emotional integrity, and faith. Final ThoughtMasculinity, at its best, reflects a strength that absorbs pressure without passing pain downstream. It’s the quiet resolve to stay present, faithful, and loving—especially when life is heavy.Join the Conversation:Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one.If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.#PushingBackChaos #PBC #Leadership #ConsciousLiving #HealingJourney #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #StrongEnoughToStaySoft #HealthyMasculinity #StrengthWithPurpose #FaithFirst #PresenceOverPerformance #MasculinityRedefined Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What does real masculinity look like when life gets heavy?
In this episode of Pushing Back Chaos, Kris and Paul challenge cultural ideas of strength and explore a healthier model of masculinity—one rooted in presence, service, emotional awareness, and faith.
“Masculinity isn’t proven by how much you can lift. It’s proven by how much you can carry—and still love well.”
They discuss holiday pressures, toxic vs. healthy masculinity, childhood patterns under stress, identity over control, and how true strength is revealed through service rather than self-protection. Personal stories from Special Operations, family medical crises, and leading at home bring the conversation down to real life.
This episode challenges cultural definitions of masculinity and replaces them with a model rooted in presence, service, emotional integrity, and faith.
 Final Thought
Masculinity, at its best, reflects a strength that absorbs pressure without passing pain downstream. It’s the quiet resolve to stay present, faithful, and loving—especially when life is heavy.
Join the Conversation:
Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one.
If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.
And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.
#PushingBackChaos #PBC #Leadership #ConsciousLiving #HealingJourney #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp 
#StrongEnoughToStaySoft #HealthyMasculinity #StrengthWithPurpose #FaithFirst #PresenceOverPerformance #MasculinityRedefined

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]]> 4359 Ep: 098 - Back in the Fight: Leadership, Hardship & Healthy Pathways Forward After an extended break, Kris and Melon reunite behind the microphones for a powerful and deeply honest conversation. Life hasn’t exactly taken it easy on either of them during the time away, and this episode dives straight into the real-world challenges that have tested their leadership, their resilience, their emotional regulation, and ultimately—their commitment to keep pushing back chaos. • Leadership Under Fire Kris and Melon open up about situations that forced them to lead under pressure, make hard calls, and stay grounded while others leaned on them for stability. • Family Hardship & Unexpected Tests Both share personal updates about family struggles and the emotional weight that comes with wanting to protect, guide, and serve the people you love most. • Emotional Regulation & Dysregulation They unpack moments where they rose to the occasion… and moments where they didn’t. This is a raw and relatable look at how even seasoned leaders have to continually train the emotional muscles. • Coaching, Mentorship & Being the Student Again The guys reflect on recent coaching conversations—both the ones they’ve given and the ones they’ve needed. They explore how mentorship shapes their pathways forward and why humility remains non-negotiable in personal growth. • Building Healthy Pathways Forward From habits and mindset to faith and support systems, Kris and Mellon detail the intentional choices they are making to move forward with strength, clarity, and purpose—not just for themselves, but for the people they lead. A Special Update: Australia Awaits The episode closes with something long overdue—Kris’s upcoming trip to Melbourne to ring in the New Year with the McFadden clan. The two share their excitement, some friendly banter, and what they hope this long-awaited rendezvous will mean for their friendship, their families, and the future of Pushing Back Chaos. Why This Episode Matters Episode 98 is not a highlight reel. It’s a reminder that chaos never truly disappears—but with honesty, accountability, brotherhood, and faith, we can always push back. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on their own leadership, their own struggles, and the intentional choices they can make to step into healthier, stronger versions of themselves. Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. #PushingBackChaos #PBC  #Leadership #EmotionalResilience #ConsciousLiving #HealingJourney #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group After an extended break, Kris and Melon reunite behind the microphones for a powerful and deeply honest conversation. Life hasn’t exactly taken it easy on either of them during the time away, and this episode dives straight into the real-world challenges that have tested their leadership, their resilience, their emotional regulation, and ultimately—their commitment to keep pushing back chaos. • Leadership Under Fire Kris and Melon open up about situations that forced them to lead under pressure, make hard calls, and stay grounded while others leaned on them for stability. • Family Hardship & Unexpected Tests Both share personal updates about family struggles and the emotional weight that comes with wanting to protect, guide, and serve the people you love most. • Emotional Regulation & Dysregulation They unpack moments where they rose to the occasion… and moments where they didn’t. This is a raw and relatable look at how even seasoned leaders have to continually train the emotional muscles. • Coaching, Mentorship & Being the Student Again The guys reflect on recent coaching conversations—both the ones they’ve given and the ones they’ve needed. They explore how mentorship shapes their pathways forward and why humility remains non-negotiable in personal growth. • Building Healthy Pathways Forward From habits and mindset to faith and support systems, Kris and Mellon detail the intentional choices they are making to move forward with strength, clarity, and purpose—not just for themselves, but for the people they lead. A Special Update: Australia Awaits The episode closes with something long overdue—Kris’s upcoming trip to Melbourne to ring in the New Year with the McFadden clan. The two share their excitement, some friendly banter, and what they hope this long-awaited rendezvous will mean for their friendship, their families, and the future of Pushing Back Chaos. Why This Episode Matters Episode 98 is not a highlight reel. It’s a reminder that chaos never truly disappears—but with honesty, accountability, brotherhood, and faith, we can always push back. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on their own leadership, their own struggles, and the intentional choices they can make to step into healthier, stronger versions of themselves. Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. #PushingBackChaos #PBC  #Leadership #EmotionalResilience #ConsciousLiving #HealingJourney #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After an extended break, Kris and Melon reunite behind the microphones for a powerful and deeply honest conversation. Life hasn’t exactly taken it easy on either of them during the time away, and this episode dives straight into the real-world challenges that have tested their leadership, their resilience, their emotional regulation, and ultimately—their commitment to keep pushing back chaos.


• Leadership Under Fire

Kris and Melon open up about situations that forced them to lead under pressure, make hard calls, and stay grounded while others leaned on them for stability.


• Family Hardship & Unexpected Tests

Both share personal updates about family struggles and the emotional weight that comes with wanting to protect, guide, and serve the people you love most.


• Emotional Regulation & Dysregulation

They unpack moments where they rose to the occasion… and moments where they didn’t. This is a raw and relatable look at how even seasoned leaders have to continually train the emotional muscles.


• Coaching, Mentorship & Being the Student Again

The guys reflect on recent coaching conversations—both the ones they’ve given and the ones they’ve needed. They explore how mentorship shapes their pathways forward and why humility remains non-negotiable in personal growth.


• Building Healthy Pathways Forward

From habits and mindset to faith and support systems, Kris and Mellon detail the intentional choices they are making to move forward with strength, clarity, and purpose—not just for themselves, but for the people they lead.


A Special Update: Australia Awaits


The episode closes with something long overdue—Kris’s upcoming trip to Melbourne to ring in the New Year with the McFadden clan. The two share their excitement, some friendly banter, and what they hope this long-awaited rendezvous will mean for their friendship, their families, and the future of Pushing Back Chaos.


Why This Episode Matters


Episode 98 is not a highlight reel. It’s a reminder that chaos never truly disappears—but with honesty, accountability, brotherhood, and faith, we can always push back. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on their own leadership, their own struggles, and the intentional choices they can make to step into healthier, stronger versions of themselves.


Join the Conversation:

Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one.

If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.

And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.


#PushingBackChaos #PBC  #Leadership #EmotionalResilience #ConsciousLiving #HealingJourney #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp 


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]]> 3964 Ep: 097 - ReWilding with Hugh Vail – Mustang Medicine In this episode, Kris sits down with Hugh Vail, friend, founder, and lead facilitator of Mustang Medicine, an immersive program designed to help people reconnect with themselves, their emotions, and the natural world. Hugh guides participants through powerful practices that strip away the noise of modern life and bring them back to a place of truth, resilience, and presence. Over a four-day retreat at Holmstead Ranch Resort in Central, Utah, Mustang Medicine offers an experience unlike any other. Participants step into wild horse encounters, sweat lodge ceremonies, breathwork, cold-water therapy, and ceremonial rituals — all woven together to create a journey Hugh calls “ReWilding.” We explore: • The healing power of wild horse encounters • How sweat lodges and ceremonial practices foster emotional release and clarity • Why cold-water immersion and breathwork build resilience • The importance of community and integration in living a conscious life • Hugh’s personal mission to guide others back to themselves If you’ve ever felt the pull to strip away the distractions, reconnect with nature, and find deeper meaning, this conversation will speak to you.  Learn more about Mustang Medicine: https://mustangmedicine.com/ Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. #PushingBackChaos #MustangMedicine #ReWilding #EmotionalResilience #ConsciousLiving #Breathwork #ColdWaterTherapy #WildHorseMedicine #HealingJourney #FindYourself #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group In this episode, Kris sits down with Hugh Vail, friend, founder, and lead facilitator of Mustang Medicine, an immersive program designed to help people reconnect with themselves, their emotions, and the natural world. Hugh guides participants through powerful practices that strip away the noise of modern life and bring them back to a place of truth, resilience, and presence. Over a four-day retreat at Holmstead Ranch Resort in Central, Utah, Mustang Medicine offers an experience unlike any other. Participants step into wild horse encounters, sweat lodge ceremonies, breathwork, cold-water therapy, and ceremonial rituals — all woven together to create a journey Hugh calls “ReWilding.” We explore: • The healing power of wild horse encounters • How sweat lodges and ceremonial practices foster emotional release and clarity • Why cold-water immersion and breathwork build resilience • The importance of community and integration in living a conscious life • Hugh’s personal mission to guide others back to themselves If you’ve ever felt the pull to strip away the distractions, reconnect with nature, and find deeper meaning, this conversation will speak to you.  Learn more about Mustang Medicine: https://mustangmedicine.com/ Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. #PushingBackChaos #MustangMedicine #ReWilding #EmotionalResilience #ConsciousLiving #Breathwork #ColdWaterTherapy #WildHorseMedicine #HealingJourney #FindYourself #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, Kris sits down with Hugh Vail, friend, founder, and lead facilitator of Mustang Medicine, an immersive program designed to help people reconnect with themselves, their emotions, and the natural world. Hugh guides participants through powerful practices that strip away the noise of modern life and bring them back to a place of truth, resilience, and presence.


Over a four-day retreat at Holmstead Ranch Resort in Central, Utah, Mustang Medicine offers an experience unlike any other. Participants step into wild horse encounters, sweat lodge ceremonies, breathwork, cold-water therapy, and ceremonial rituals — all woven together to create a journey Hugh calls “ReWilding.”


We explore:

• The healing power of wild horse encounters

• How sweat lodges and ceremonial practices foster emotional release and clarity

• Why cold-water immersion and breathwork build resilience

• The importance of community and integration in living a conscious life

• Hugh’s personal mission to guide others back to themselves


If you’ve ever felt the pull to strip away the distractions, reconnect with nature, and find deeper meaning, this conversation will speak to you.


 Learn more about Mustang Medicine: https://mustangmedicine.com/


Join the Conversation:

Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one.

If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.

And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.


#PushingBackChaos #MustangMedicine #ReWilding #EmotionalResilience #ConsciousLiving #Breathwork #ColdWaterTherapy #WildHorseMedicine #HealingJourney #FindYourself #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp 


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]]> 5162 EP 96: Honoring Legacy While Forging Your Own — A Conversation with Dion Pride In this powerful episode, we sit down with our Co-host’s cousin, Dion Pride, son of the late Country Music Hall of Famer Charley Pride, to explore what it truly means to carry a legacy with honor—without losing your own identity in the process. Dion shares his journey from performing on stage at just 14 years old to touring the world, writing original music, and carving out a space of his own in the country music scene. A multi-instrumentalist and seasoned performer, Dion opens up about the weight of high expectations, the tension between reverence and independence, and how he’s found clarity, confidence, and calling along the way. This episode speaks to anyone walking the line between who they’ve been shaped by—and who they’re becoming. In This Episode: •Growing up- Dion’s child hood  •What it was like growing up as Charley Pride’s son •How Dion honors his father without being defined by him •Stories from the road, from around the U.S. to meeting Melon & family in Australia and beyond •Valuable life lessons  •The power of identity, humility, discipline, high expectations, and God-given gifts •Why mentoring and being mentored on your path matters. Follow Dion Pride:  dionpride.com Facebook, Instagram Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. #HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos #LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #CharleyPride #DionPride #CountryMusic #CMAs  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group In this powerful episode, we sit down with our Co-host’s cousin, Dion Pride, son of the late Country Music Hall of Famer Charley Pride, to explore what it truly means to carry a legacy with honor—without losing your own identity in the process. Dion shares his journey from performing on stage at just 14 years old to touring the world, writing original music, and carving out a space of his own in the country music scene. A multi-instrumentalist and seasoned performer, Dion opens up about the weight of high expectations, the tension between reverence and independence, and how he’s found clarity, confidence, and calling along the way. This episode speaks to anyone walking the line between who they’ve been shaped by—and who they’re becoming. In This Episode: •Growing up- Dion’s child hood  •What it was like growing up as Charley Pride’s son •How Dion honors his father without being defined by him •Stories from the road, from around the U.S. to meeting Melon & family in Australia and beyond •Valuable life lessons  •The power of identity, humility, discipline, high expectations, and God-given gifts •Why mentoring and being mentored on your path matters. Follow Dion Pride:  dionpride.com Facebook, Instagram Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. #HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos #LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #CharleyPride #DionPride #CountryMusic #CMAs  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this powerful episode, we sit down with our Co-host’s cousin, Dion Pride, son of the late Country Music Hall of Famer Charley Pride, to explore what it truly means to carry a legacy with honor—without losing your own identity in the process.

Dion shares his journey from performing on stage at just 14 years old to touring the world, writing original music, and carving out a space of his own in the country music scene. A multi-instrumentalist and seasoned performer, Dion opens up about the weight of high expectations, the tension between reverence and independence, and how he’s found clarity, confidence, and calling along the way.

This episode speaks to anyone walking the line between who they’ve been shaped by—and who they’re becoming.

In This Episode:

•Growing up- Dion’s child hood 

•What it was like growing up as Charley Pride’s son

•How Dion honors his father without being defined by him

•Stories from the road, from around the U.S. to meeting Melon & family in Australia and beyond

•Valuable life lessons 

•The power of identity, humility, discipline, high expectations, and God-given gifts

•Why mentoring and being mentored on your path matters.

Follow Dion Pride:

 dionpride.com

Facebook, Instagram


Join the Conversation:

Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one.

If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.

And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.

#HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos #LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #CharleyPride #DionPride #CountryMusic #CMAs 


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]]> 6210 Ep: 095 - Best Mental Health Practices: Building a Stronger You from the Inside Out In the final part of our mental health awareness series, Mike & Melon dive into the everyday practices that help stabilize, strengthen, and sustain your mental health. Life doesn’t slow down—and neither does the chaos. But we can meet it with clarity and resilience when we take care of the basics: sleep, diet, movement, and mindset. We break down practical, no-fluff strategies to help you show up stronger for yourself, your family, and your mission.  Key Topics Covered: 1. Sleep – The Foundation of Mental Resilience  2. Good Diet – Food Is Fuel and Medicine  3. Exercise – Move to Push Back 4. Mindfulness & Prayer – Anchoring the Day Call to Action: Start small. Don’t wait for the chaos to calm—push back with purpose today.  Pick one practice from this episode and commit to it this week. Build from there! Join the Conversation:  Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.  #HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos #LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #RiseThroughStruggle #HardenYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #KillTheStigma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 06 Jun 2025 12:42:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group In the final part of our mental health awareness series, Mike & Melon dive into the everyday practices that help stabilize, strengthen, and sustain your mental health. Life doesn’t slow down—and neither does the chaos. But we can meet it with clarity and resilience when we take care of the basics: sleep, diet, movement, and mindset. We break down practical, no-fluff strategies to help you show up stronger for yourself, your family, and your mission.  Key Topics Covered: 1. Sleep – The Foundation of Mental Resilience  2. Good Diet – Food Is Fuel and Medicine  3. Exercise – Move to Push Back 4. Mindfulness & Prayer – Anchoring the Day Call to Action: Start small. Don’t wait for the chaos to calm—push back with purpose today.  Pick one practice from this episode and commit to it this week. Build from there! Join the Conversation:  Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.  #HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos #LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #RiseThroughStruggle #HardenYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #KillTheStigma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the final part of our mental health awareness series, Mike & Melon dive into the everyday practices that help stabilize, strengthen, and sustain your mental health. Life doesn’t slow down—and neither does the chaos. But we can meet it with clarity and resilience when we take care of the basics: sleep, diet, movement, and mindset. We break down practical, no-fluff strategies to help you show up stronger for yourself, your family, and your mission. 

Key Topics Covered: 1. Sleep – The Foundation of Mental Resilience 

2. Good Diet – Food Is Fuel and Medicine 

3. Exercise – Move to Push Back 4. Mindfulness & Prayer – Anchoring the Day Call to Action: Start small. Don’t wait for the chaos to calm—push back with purpose today.

 Pick one practice from this episode and commit to it this week. Build from there! Join the Conversation: 

Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. 

#HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos #LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #RiseThroughStruggle #HardenYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #KillTheStigma

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]]> 4157 Ep: 094 -The Weight We Carry: Invisible Wounds from Service and Life In today’s episode, we talk about the weight that’s hardest to see — the one we carry inside. Whether you’re in military service, a first responder role, or simply the one everyone relies on, this episode speaks directly to you. We explore the silent struggles of burnout, PTSD, anxiety, and depression that too often go unspoken. Through honest storytelling and powerful insights, we’re breaking the stigma around mental health — especially for men and those trained to always stay strong. Drawing from military aviation, parenting, combat, and decades of leadership experience, we show how pausing in stillness and choosing a new identity in the moment can shift your trajectory. You’ll hear how to access strength in vulnerability, reclaim your mental rhythm, and begin to lay down what no longer needs to be carried. ⸻  In This Episode, We Cover: • How the role of “being strong for everyone” takes a toll • Subtle signs of burnout, emotional fatigue, and trauma • The power of stillness to access clarity and healing • Using the Identity → Actions → Outcomes framework to shift behavior • The 4 Archetypes from Stu Weber’s Tender Warrior: Leader, Warrior, Mentor, Friend – and how to step into each • Military parallels • Why honest conversations are acts of leadership ⸻  Featured Wisdom & Frameworks: • Stephen R. Covey – “Between stimulus and response, there is a space…” • Eckhart Tolle – Stillness as a gateway to transformation • Werner Erhard – Being responsible for how the world occurs to you • Stu Weber – Masculine identities that heal rather than harm • Pushing Back Chaos – Real stories, told by men who’ve walked through fire and come back with lessons ⸻ Listener Challenge: Speak one truth you’ve been carrying alone. Say it to a mate. A partner. A journal. Yourself. One moment of honesty might change everything. DM us and tell us what shifted. ⸻ Resources Mentioned: • Tender Warrior by Stu Weber • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey • The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle ⸻  Throwbacks You’ll Love: • Ep. 92: The Power of Stillness – Finding Presence in the Noise • Ep. 91: Breaking the Stigma – Real Conversations About Struggle ⸻ Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 20 May 2025 15:46:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group In today’s episode, we talk about the weight that’s hardest to see — the one we carry inside. Whether you’re in military service, a first responder role, or simply the one everyone relies on, this episode speaks directly to you. We explore the silent struggles of burnout, PTSD, anxiety, and depression that too often go unspoken. Through honest storytelling and powerful insights, we’re breaking the stigma around mental health — especially for men and those trained to always stay strong. Drawing from military aviation, parenting, combat, and decades of leadership experience, we show how pausing in stillness and choosing a new identity in the moment can shift your trajectory. You’ll hear how to access strength in vulnerability, reclaim your mental rhythm, and begin to lay down what no longer needs to be carried. ⸻  In This Episode, We Cover: • How the role of “being strong for everyone” takes a toll • Subtle signs of burnout, emotional fatigue, and trauma • The power of stillness to access clarity and healing • Using the Identity → Actions → Outcomes framework to shift behavior • The 4 Archetypes from Stu Weber’s Tender Warrior: Leader, Warrior, Mentor, Friend – and how to step into each • Military parallels • Why honest conversations are acts of leadership ⸻  Featured Wisdom & Frameworks: • Stephen R. Covey – “Between stimulus and response, there is a space…” • Eckhart Tolle – Stillness as a gateway to transformation • Werner Erhard – Being responsible for how the world occurs to you • Stu Weber – Masculine identities that heal rather than harm • Pushing Back Chaos – Real stories, told by men who’ve walked through fire and come back with lessons ⸻ Listener Challenge: Speak one truth you’ve been carrying alone. Say it to a mate. A partner. A journal. Yourself. One moment of honesty might change everything. DM us and tell us what shifted. ⸻ Resources Mentioned: • Tender Warrior by Stu Weber • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey • The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle ⸻  Throwbacks You’ll Love: • Ep. 92: The Power of Stillness – Finding Presence in the Noise • Ep. 91: Breaking the Stigma – Real Conversations About Struggle ⸻ Join the Conversation: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one. If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In today’s episode, we talk about the weight that’s hardest to see — the one we carry inside.


Whether you’re in military service, a first responder role, or simply the one everyone relies on, this episode speaks directly to you. We explore the silent struggles of burnout, PTSD, anxiety, and depression that too often go unspoken. Through honest storytelling and powerful insights, we’re breaking the stigma around mental health — especially for men and those trained to always stay strong.


Drawing from military aviation, parenting, combat, and decades of leadership experience, we show how pausing in stillness and choosing a new identity in the moment can shift your trajectory. You’ll hear how to access strength in vulnerability, reclaim your mental rhythm, and begin to lay down what no longer needs to be carried.


⸻


 In This Episode, We Cover:

• How the role of “being strong for everyone” takes a toll

• Subtle signs of burnout, emotional fatigue, and trauma

• The power of stillness to access clarity and healing

• Using the Identity → Actions → Outcomes framework to shift behavior

• The 4 Archetypes from Stu Weber’s Tender Warrior:

Leader, Warrior, Mentor, Friend – and how to step into each

• Military parallels

• Why honest conversations are acts of leadership


⸻


 Featured Wisdom & Frameworks:

• Stephen R. Covey – “Between stimulus and response, there is a space…”

• Eckhart Tolle – Stillness as a gateway to transformation

• Werner Erhard – Being responsible for how the world occurs to you

• Stu Weber – Masculine identities that heal rather than harm


• Pushing Back Chaos – Real stories, told by men who’ve walked through fire and come back with lessons


⸻


Listener Challenge:


Speak one truth you’ve been carrying alone.

Say it to a mate. A partner. A journal. Yourself.

One moment of honesty might change everything.

DM us and tell us what shifted.


⸻


Resources Mentioned:

• Tender Warrior by Stu Weber

• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey

• The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle


⸻


 Throwbacks You’ll Love:

• Ep. 92: The Power of Stillness – Finding Presence in the Noise

• Ep. 91: Breaking the Stigma – Real Conversations About Struggle


⸻


Join the Conversation:


Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or message us directly — we read every one.

If this episode made a difference, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.

And if you haven’t yet, drop us a review — it helps more people find this space.


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]]> 4152 Ep: 093 - Mental Health - The Stigma May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the crew at Pushing Back Chaos is leading the charge with a powerful three-part series diving into some of the toughest questions and most necessary conversations surrounding mental health. Part 1: Stigma “The attachment of dishonor, embarrassment, or disgrace.” It exists—and we can’t ignore it. Roughly 1 in 5 people globally experience mental health challenges, yet the vast majority choose silence over speaking up. Why? Because of an invisible force that discourages honesty, vulnerability, and asking for help: stigma. Stigma grows from deep roots: A lack of emotional awareness in ourselves and others Misunderstanding or misidentifying signs and symptoms Fear of judgment and the discomfort of being seen as weak, broken, or imperfect As a result, too many suffer in silence—isolating, self-medicating, or relying solely on self-help, which often leads to deeper pain. But this is not the way. In this episode, Mike and Mellon open up about their personal experiences in the military and in life, sharing raw, honest moments where they had to choose between hiding and healing. They walk through their journeys toward recovery, guided by the godly pillars of Stu Weber’s framework: The Leader. The Warrior. The Mentor. The Friend. This episode isn’t easy—but it’s real. And it’s for you. We’re here to break the silence, build connection, and create a safe space for stories that need to be heard. We’d love to hear yours. Your voice matters, and your experience could be the bridge someone else needs. “Be open about being broken—it’s what keeps us together.” Connect with Us: • Follow Pushing Back Chaos on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Amazon Music • Join the conversation on Facebook & Instagram • Share this episode to help kill the stigma and start the healing Hashtags: #HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos #LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #RiseThroughStruggle #HardenYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #KillTheStigma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 13 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the crew at Pushing Back Chaos is leading the charge with a powerful three-part series diving into some of the toughest questions and most necessary conversations surrounding mental health. Part 1: Stigma “The attachment of dishonor, embarrassment, or disgrace.” It exists—and we can’t ignore it. Roughly 1 in 5 people globally experience mental health challenges, yet the vast majority choose silence over speaking up. Why? Because of an invisible force that discourages honesty, vulnerability, and asking for help: stigma. Stigma grows from deep roots: A lack of emotional awareness in ourselves and others Misunderstanding or misidentifying signs and symptoms Fear of judgment and the discomfort of being seen as weak, broken, or imperfect As a result, too many suffer in silence—isolating, self-medicating, or relying solely on self-help, which often leads to deeper pain. But this is not the way. In this episode, Mike and Mellon open up about their personal experiences in the military and in life, sharing raw, honest moments where they had to choose between hiding and healing. They walk through their journeys toward recovery, guided by the godly pillars of Stu Weber’s framework: The Leader. The Warrior. The Mentor. The Friend. This episode isn’t easy—but it’s real. And it’s for you. We’re here to break the silence, build connection, and create a safe space for stories that need to be heard. We’d love to hear yours. Your voice matters, and your experience could be the bridge someone else needs. “Be open about being broken—it’s what keeps us together.” Connect with Us: • Follow Pushing Back Chaos on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Amazon Music • Join the conversation on Facebook & Instagram • Share this episode to help kill the stigma and start the healing Hashtags: #HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos #LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #RiseThroughStruggle #HardenYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #KillTheStigma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the crew at Pushing Back Chaos is leading the charge with a powerful three-part series diving into some of the toughest questions and most necessary conversations surrounding mental health.


Part 1: Stigma

“The attachment of dishonor, embarrassment, or disgrace.”


It exists—and we can’t ignore it. Roughly 1 in 5 people globally experience mental health challenges, yet the vast majority choose silence over speaking up. Why? Because of an invisible force that discourages honesty, vulnerability, and asking for help: stigma.


Stigma grows from deep roots:


  • A lack of emotional awareness in ourselves and others
  • Misunderstanding or misidentifying signs and symptoms
  • Fear of judgment and the discomfort of being seen as weak, broken, or imperfect

As a result, too many suffer in silence—isolating, self-medicating, or relying solely on self-help, which often leads to deeper pain. But this is not the way.


In this episode, Mike and Mellon open up about their personal experiences in the military and in life, sharing raw, honest moments where they had to choose between hiding and healing. They walk through their journeys toward recovery, guided by the godly pillars of Stu Weber’s framework: The Leader. The Warrior. The Mentor. The Friend.


This episode isn’t easy—but it’s real. And it’s for you. We’re here to break the silence, build connection, and create a safe space for stories that need to be heard.


We’d love to hear yours. Your voice matters, and your experience could be the bridge someone else needs.


“Be open about being broken—it’s what keeps us together.”




Connect with Us:

• Follow Pushing Back Chaos on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Amazon Music

• Join the conversation on Facebook & Instagram

• Share this episode to help kill the stigma and start the healing


Hashtags:

#HeroesMediaGroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos

#LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #RiseThroughStruggle

#HardenYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #KillTheStigma

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]]> 3889 Ep: 092 - The Power of Stillness: Finding Presence in the Noise  “Stillness is where creativity and solutions to problems are found" -              Eckhart Tolle   Episode Overview In this episode, we go deep into the power of stillness — not as a luxury or escape, but as a weapon for clarity, control, and connection. Whether you’re navigating combat zones, high-stakes leadership, or the raw emotions of parenting, this conversation will give you the tools to find stillness in the noise — not after it. We explore: How to ground yourself in moments of chaos How stillness builds rhythm and presence into your daily life How military leadership, fatherhood, and spirituality all point to the same quiet center   We also break down Stephen R. Covey’s powerful insight: “Between stimulus and response, there is a space... In that space is our power to choose.”And how you can expand that space to lead yourself and others better — every day.    Framework: Identity → Actions → Outcomes IDENTITY — Who are you when things go loud?Are you your reactions, or the space between them? ACTIONS — Grounding techniques from combat and parentingSelf-awareness, rhythm resets, and everyday stillness OUTCOMES — What changes when you lead with presence?Less reactivity. More peace. Deeper connection. Better decisions.    Wisdom From: Stephen R. Covey – The space between stimulus and response Eckhart Tolle – Presence as a state of power, not passivity Melon and Mike: Family lives – Parenting through crisis, choosing love over fear Military experience – Stillness in combat and the cockpit    Tools & Takeaways Micro-stillness habits to anchor your rhythm The 4 Endowments: Self-awareness, Conscience, Imagination, Will How to catch the moment before you react — and change the outcome   Listener Challenge Pick one moment today to pause.Expand the space. Choose your response.Message us with what changed.   Join the Conversation What did this episode spark for you?DM us on Instagram or send us an email.   Resources & Mentions The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen R. Covey The Power of Now – Eckhart Tolle   Thanks for Pushing Back the Chaos with Us If this episode helped you, share it with a mate.Leave a review to help others find stillness, too.     “Stillness isn’t where you stop the world. It’s where you stop being run by it. In that pause between the trigger and your next move — that’s where the real you lives” -              Melon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 25 Apr 2025 20:23:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group  “Stillness is where creativity and solutions to problems are found" -              Eckhart Tolle   Episode Overview In this episode, we go deep into the power of stillness — not as a luxury or escape, but as a weapon for clarity, control, and connection. Whether you’re navigating combat zones, high-stakes leadership, or the raw emotions of parenting, this conversation will give you the tools to find stillness in the noise — not after it. We explore: How to ground yourself in moments of chaos How stillness builds rhythm and presence into your daily life How military leadership, fatherhood, and spirituality all point to the same quiet center   We also break down Stephen R. Covey’s powerful insight: “Between stimulus and response, there is a space... In that space is our power to choose.”And how you can expand that space to lead yourself and others better — every day.    Framework: Identity → Actions → Outcomes IDENTITY — Who are you when things go loud?Are you your reactions, or the space between them? ACTIONS — Grounding techniques from combat and parentingSelf-awareness, rhythm resets, and everyday stillness OUTCOMES — What changes when you lead with presence?Less reactivity. More peace. Deeper connection. Better decisions.    Wisdom From: Stephen R. Covey – The space between stimulus and response Eckhart Tolle – Presence as a state of power, not passivity Melon and Mike: Family lives – Parenting through crisis, choosing love over fear Military experience – Stillness in combat and the cockpit    Tools & Takeaways Micro-stillness habits to anchor your rhythm The 4 Endowments: Self-awareness, Conscience, Imagination, Will How to catch the moment before you react — and change the outcome   Listener Challenge Pick one moment today to pause.Expand the space. Choose your response.Message us with what changed.   Join the Conversation What did this episode spark for you?DM us on Instagram or send us an email.   Resources & Mentions The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen R. Covey The Power of Now – Eckhart Tolle   Thanks for Pushing Back the Chaos with Us If this episode helped you, share it with a mate.Leave a review to help others find stillness, too.     “Stillness isn’t where you stop the world. It’s where you stop being run by it. In that pause between the trigger and your next move — that’s where the real you lives” -              Melon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  “Stillness is where creativity and solutions to problems are found"

-              Eckhart Tolle

 

Episode Overview

In this episode, we go deep into the power of stillness — not as a luxury or escape, but as a weapon for clarity, control, and connection.

Whether you’re navigating combat zones, high-stakes leadership, or the raw emotions of parenting, this conversation will give you the tools to find stillness in the noise — not after it.

We explore:

  • How to ground yourself in moments of chaos
  • How stillness builds rhythm and presence into your daily life
  • How military leadership, fatherhood, and spirituality all point to the same quiet center

 

We also break down Stephen R. Covey’s powerful insight:

“Between stimulus and response, there is a space... In that space is our power to choose.”
And how you can expand that space to lead yourself and others better — every day.

 

 Framework: Identity → Actions → Outcomes

  • IDENTITY — Who are you when things go loud?
    Are you your reactions, or the space between them?
  • ACTIONS — Grounding techniques from combat and parenting
    Self-awareness, rhythm resets, and everyday stillness
  • OUTCOMES — What changes when you lead with presence?
    Less reactivity. More peace. Deeper connection. Better decisions.

 

 Wisdom From:

  • Stephen R. Covey – The space between stimulus and response
  • Eckhart Tolle – Presence as a state of power, not passivity
  • Melon and Mike:
    • Family lives – Parenting through crisis, choosing love over fear
    • Military experience – Stillness in combat and the cockpit

 

 Tools & Takeaways

  • Micro-stillness habits to anchor your rhythm
  • The 4 Endowments: Self-awareness, Conscience, Imagination, Will
  • How to catch the moment before you react — and change the outcome

 

Listener Challenge

Pick one moment today to pause.
Expand the space. Choose your response.
Message us with what changed.

 

Join the Conversation

What did this episode spark for you?
DM us on Instagram or send us an email.

 

Resources & Mentions

  • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen R. Covey
  • The Power of Now – Eckhart Tolle

 

Thanks for Pushing Back the Chaos with Us

If this episode helped you, share it with a mate.
Leave a review to help others find stillness, too.

 

 

“Stillness isn’t where you stop the world. It’s where you stop being run by it. In that pause between the trigger and your next move — that’s where the real you lives”

-              Melon

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]]> 3589 Ep: 091. - The Lies We Tell Ourselves – Escaping the Truth for the Comfort of Denial https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ We all crave truth, but when it hits too close to home, why do we run from it? In this episode, we dive into the many reasons people avoid the truth—fear, shame, comfort, and even survival. Whether it’s denying personal flaws, avoiding accountability, or clinging to a false reality, we explore how deception holds us back and how we can break free. Through personal stories and hard-hitting insights, we challenge you to examine where you might be avoiding the truth in your own life. Real growth begins when we stop lying to ourselves. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:  The psychological reasons behind truth avoidance  How fear, guilt, and social pressure keep us in denial  The dangers of living in a comfortable illusion  Why facing the truth is essential for growth and self-respect  How to develop the courage to embrace reality—no matter how painful Challenge for Listeners: Where in your life are you avoiding the truth? What’s one hard truth you’ve been resisting, and what would change if you faced it today? Connect with Us: • Follow Pushing Back Chaos on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon music • Connect on Facebook/Instagram • Share this episode & start the conversation! #Heroesmediagroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos #LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #RiseThroughStruggle #HardenYourMind #RealityCheckTime #LeadWithTruth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 06 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group We all crave truth, but when it hits too close to home, why do we run from it? In this episode, we dive into the many reasons people avoid the truth—fear, shame, comfort, and even survival. Whether it’s denying personal flaws, avoiding accountability, or clinging to a false reality, we explore how deception holds us back and how we can break free. Through personal stories and hard-hitting insights, we challenge you to examine where you might be avoiding the truth in your own life. Real growth begins when we stop lying to ourselves. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:  The psychological reasons behind truth avoidance  How fear, guilt, and social pressure keep us in denial  The dangers of living in a comfortable illusion  Why facing the truth is essential for growth and self-respect  How to develop the courage to embrace reality—no matter how painful Challenge for Listeners: Where in your life are you avoiding the truth? What’s one hard truth you’ve been resisting, and what would change if you faced it today? Connect with Us: • Follow Pushing Back Chaos on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon music • Connect on Facebook/Instagram • Share this episode & start the conversation! #Heroesmediagroup #HMG #PushingBackChaos #TruthOverComfort #EmbraceTheChaos #LiveUnfiltered #BattleTestedMindset #ChaosToClarity #RiseThroughStruggle #HardenYourMind #RealityCheckTime #LeadWithTruth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We all crave truth, but when it hits too close to home, why do we run from it? In this episode, we dive into the many reasons people avoid the truth—fear, shame, comfort, and even survival. Whether it’s denying personal flaws, avoiding accountability, or clinging to a false reality, we explore how deception holds us back and how we can break free.


Through personal stories and hard-hitting insights, we challenge you to examine where you might be avoiding the truth in your own life. Real growth begins when we stop lying to ourselves.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:


 The psychological reasons behind truth avoidance

 How fear, guilt, and social pressure keep us in denial

 The dangers of living in a comfortable illusion

 Why facing the truth is essential for growth and self-respect

 How to develop the courage to embrace reality—no matter how painful


Challenge for Listeners:


Where in your life are you avoiding the truth? What’s one hard truth you’ve been resisting, and what would change if you faced it today?


Connect with Us:

• Follow Pushing Back Chaos on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon music

• Connect on Facebook/Instagram

• Share this episode & start the conversation!


#Heroesmediagroup

#HMG

#PushingBackChaos

#TruthOverComfort

#EmbraceTheChaos

#LiveUnfiltered

#BattleTestedMindset

#ChaosToClarity

#RiseThroughStruggle

#HardenYourMind

#RealityCheckTime

#LeadWithTruth

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]]> 4365 Ep: 090 - Integrity & Personal Growth: How Keeping Promises to Yourself Changes Everything https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ We all like to think of ourselves as honest, but integrity goes way beyond just telling the truth. It’s about doing what you say you will—especially when no one’s watching. And let’s be real, how many times have you promised yourself you’d wake up early, hit the gym, or finally start that big project… only to bail on it? In this episode, we dive into why integrity is the foundation of personal growth. When you consistently keep your word to yourself, you build self-trust, confidence, and momentum. But when you break those little promises—hitting snooze, skipping workouts, making excuses—you quietly erode your own belief in yourself. And that, more than anything, is what keeps people stuck. We’ll unpack: ·      How self-trust fuels success in every area of life ·      Why small breaches of integrity matter more than you think ·      How cognitive dissonance and self-sabotage keep you stuck ·      Practical steps to strengthen your integrity muscle ·      Integrity and personal growth ·      Self-discipline and success ·      Building self-trust ·      How to develop integrity ·      Follow through on commitments Integrity isn’t about perfection—it’s about alignment. When your actions match your values, everything in life flows more smoothly. So, if you’re tired of spinning your wheels and ready to start actually following through, this episode is for you. 💬 Join the conversation! What’s one small commitment you’re making today? Share your thoughts and tag us on social media! ·      Insta: @pushing_back_chaos ·      Email: PushingBackChaos@gmail.com 🎧 Listen now and start building a life you can trust—one small promise at a time. #Integrity #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Growth #Discipline #Mindset #Success #SelfTrust #Accountability #Commitment We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group We all like to think of ourselves as honest, but integrity goes way beyond just telling the truth. It’s about doing what you say you will—especially when no one’s watching. And let’s be real, how many times have you promised yourself you’d wake up early, hit the gym, or finally start that big project… only to bail on it? In this episode, we dive into why integrity is the foundation of personal growth. When you consistently keep your word to yourself, you build self-trust, confidence, and momentum. But when you break those little promises—hitting snooze, skipping workouts, making excuses—you quietly erode your own belief in yourself. And that, more than anything, is what keeps people stuck. We’ll unpack: ·      How self-trust fuels success in every area of life ·      Why small breaches of integrity matter more than you think ·      How cognitive dissonance and self-sabotage keep you stuck ·      Practical steps to strengthen your integrity muscle ·      Integrity and personal growth ·      Self-discipline and success ·      Building self-trust ·      How to develop integrity ·      Follow through on commitments Integrity isn’t about perfection—it’s about alignment. When your actions match your values, everything in life flows more smoothly. So, if you’re tired of spinning your wheels and ready to start actually following through, this episode is for you. 💬 Join the conversation! What’s one small commitment you’re making today? Share your thoughts and tag us on social media! ·      Insta: @pushing_back_chaos ·      Email: PushingBackChaos@gmail.com 🎧 Listen now and start building a life you can trust—one small promise at a time. #Integrity #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Growth #Discipline #Mindset #Success #SelfTrust #Accountability #Commitment We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We all like to think of ourselves as honest, but integrity goes way beyond just telling the truth. It’s about doing what you say you will—especially when no one’s watching. And let’s be real, how many times have you promised yourself you’d wake up early, hit the gym, or finally start that big project… only to bail on it?


In this episode, we dive into why integrity is the foundation of personal growth. When you consistently keep your word to yourself, you build self-trust, confidence, and momentum. But when you break those little promises—hitting snooze, skipping workouts, making excuses—you quietly erode your own belief in yourself. And that, more than anything, is what keeps people stuck.


We’ll unpack:

·      How self-trust fuels success in every area of life

·      Why small breaches of integrity matter more than you think

·      How cognitive dissonance and self-sabotage keep you stuck

·      Practical steps to strengthen your integrity muscle

·      Integrity and personal growth

·      Self-discipline and success

·      Building self-trust

·      How to develop integrity

·      Follow through on commitments


Integrity isn’t about perfection—it’s about alignment. When your actions match your values, everything in life flows more smoothly. So, if you’re tired of spinning your wheels and ready to start actually following through, this episode is for you.


💬 Join the conversation! What’s one small commitment you’re making today? Share your thoughts and tag us on social media!

·      Insta: @pushing_back_chaos

·      Email: PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


🎧 Listen now and start building a life you can trust—one small promise at a time.


#Integrity #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Growth #Discipline #Mindset #Success #SelfTrust #Accountability #Commitment


We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players:

https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ


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]]> 4000 Ep: 089 - Identity → Actions → Outcomes https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Imagine a broke guy saying, “If I had a million dollars, I’d start my dream business and finally be successful.” Sounds logical—except he’d probably just blow it on a sports car and an espresso machine he never uses. Why? Because success isn’t about what you have—it’s about who you are. Most people think life works like this: Get the stuff → Do the things → Become the person.But it’s actually the opposite. The people who succeed don’t wait for external proof before they take action. They step into the mindset of a successful person first, act accordingly, and the results follow. It’s like waiting to feel fit before you go to the gym—nonsense, right? Instead, you start moving, eat better, and over time, healthy choices become natural. When you stop waiting for the right conditions and start embodying the traits of the person you want to be, everything changes. Join your hosts as they expand on this shift in mindset that has been so effective for both of them in generating the lives they love. Loved this episode? Share it with a friend, leave a review, and join the conversation! Your support helps us push back the chaos—one episode at a time. 🎙️🔥 Connect with us and let us know your thoughts! Insta: @pushing_back_chaos Email: PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #manifest  #create  #being #action   #outcome   #identity   We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:00:54 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Imagine a broke guy saying, “If I had a million dollars, I’d start my dream business and finally be successful.” Sounds logical—except he’d probably just blow it on a sports car and an espresso machine he never uses. Why? Because success isn’t about what you have—it’s about who you are. Most people think life works like this: Get the stuff → Do the things → Become the person.But it’s actually the opposite. The people who succeed don’t wait for external proof before they take action. They step into the mindset of a successful person first, act accordingly, and the results follow. It’s like waiting to feel fit before you go to the gym—nonsense, right? Instead, you start moving, eat better, and over time, healthy choices become natural. When you stop waiting for the right conditions and start embodying the traits of the person you want to be, everything changes. Join your hosts as they expand on this shift in mindset that has been so effective for both of them in generating the lives they love. Loved this episode? Share it with a friend, leave a review, and join the conversation! Your support helps us push back the chaos—one episode at a time. 🎙️🔥 Connect with us and let us know your thoughts! Insta: @pushing_back_chaos Email: PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #manifest  #create  #being #action   #outcome   #identity   We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Imagine a broke guy saying, “If I had a million dollars, I’d start my dream business and finally be successful.” Sounds logical—except he’d probably just blow it on a sports car and an espresso machine he never uses.


Why? Because success isn’t about what you have—it’s about who you are.


Most people think life works like this: Get the stuff → Do the things → Become the person.But it’s actually the opposite. The people who succeed don’t wait for external proof before they take action. They step into the mindset of a successful person first, act accordingly, and the results follow.


It’s like waiting to feel fit before you go to the gym—nonsense, right? Instead, you start moving, eat better, and over time, healthy choices become natural.


When you stop waiting for the right conditions and start embodying the traits of the person you want to be, everything changes.


Join your hosts as they expand on this shift in mindset that has been so effective for both of them in generating the lives they love.


Loved this episode? Share it with a friend, leave a review, and join the conversation! Your support helps us push back the chaos—one episode at a time. 🎙️🔥 Connect with us and let us know your thoughts!


Insta: @pushing_back_chaos

Email: PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


Goals for 2024:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #manifest  #create  #being #action   #outcome   #identity

 


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]]> 3800 Ep: 088 - Intentionality- Gratitude- Abundance https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ "Our intention creates our reality” - Wayne Dyer In this action packed episode, your hosts cover daily routines and practical steps that can be implemented into your day immediately.  Melon and Mike share a conversation based around practices to gain mental clarity and focus throughout the day.  How can we consciously define how we show up in life- so that we can be in action taking the necessary steps when needed? Having the ability to put yesterday behind us- extracting the lessons, and especially savouring the blessings we have been given- allows us to have our full focus on what is ahead of us.  Finding our blessings allows us to manifest a state of gratitude- which is essential to shift our energy into positivity when things are hard. From a positive energy state, we can all start to see pathways for actions that will make the difference we need:- it can allow us to escape when we feel "stuck". Mike and Melon share what works for them in their lives- and challenge you to apply some of these steps in your own day.  Let us know what works for you- whether your practices are similar or different. We answer all messages. pushingbackchaos@gmail.com Insta: @pushingbackchaos Goals for 2025: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Operationonceinalifetime #intention #intentionality #gratitude #focus #clarity #abundance #stoic  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group "Our intention creates our reality” - Wayne Dyer In this action packed episode, your hosts cover daily routines and practical steps that can be implemented into your day immediately.  Melon and Mike share a conversation based around practices to gain mental clarity and focus throughout the day.  How can we consciously define how we show up in life- so that we can be in action taking the necessary steps when needed? Having the ability to put yesterday behind us- extracting the lessons, and especially savouring the blessings we have been given- allows us to have our full focus on what is ahead of us.  Finding our blessings allows us to manifest a state of gratitude- which is essential to shift our energy into positivity when things are hard. From a positive energy state, we can all start to see pathways for actions that will make the difference we need:- it can allow us to escape when we feel "stuck". Mike and Melon share what works for them in their lives- and challenge you to apply some of these steps in your own day.  Let us know what works for you- whether your practices are similar or different. We answer all messages. pushingbackchaos@gmail.com Insta: @pushingbackchaos Goals for 2025: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Operationonceinalifetime #intention #intentionality #gratitude #focus #clarity #abundance #stoic  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "Our intention creates our reality”

- Wayne Dyer


In this action packed episode, your hosts cover daily routines and practical steps that can be implemented into your day immediately. 


Melon and Mike share a conversation based around practices to gain mental clarity and focus throughout the day. 


How can we consciously define how we show up in life- so that we can be in action taking the necessary steps when needed?


Having the ability to put yesterday behind us- extracting the lessons, and especially savouring the blessings we have been given- allows us to have our full focus on what is ahead of us. 


Finding our blessings allows us to manifest a state of gratitude- which is essential to shift our energy into positivity when things are hard. From a positive energy state, we can all start to see pathways for actions that will make the difference we need:- it can allow us to escape when we feel "stuck".


Mike and Melon share what works for them in their lives- and challenge you to apply some of these steps in your own day. 


Let us know what works for you- whether your practices are similar or different. We answer all messages.


pushingbackchaos@gmail.com

Insta: @pushingbackchaos


Goals for 2025:

-100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Operationonceinalifetime #intention #intentionality #gratitude #focus #clarity #abundance #stoic 

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]]> 3691 Ep: 087 - Welcome to the New Year! https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ All the best to you and your circle from Mike and Melon, plus the support guys here at Pushing Back Chaos and Heroes Media Group.  We take the opportunity to re-introduce ourselves for new listeners. You’ll hear about our professional and personal backgrounds- where we are at in 2025. You’ll hear WHY we have been doing this podcast for the past 4.5 years.  Coming from senior roles in special forces and military aviation, your hosts also draw on our family backgrounds and personal relationships. Nothing is off limits- we share from the heart. Your hosts have wide life experience- from special needs children to life threatening combat experiences and everything in between.  During this first episode of the year, we dive into some very deep personal questions- some very hard questions to answer.  We are here to share our story and our conversations with you. We address the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects of life and let you know what has worked for us: most of our lessons were hard won in times of failure and breakdown.  From the members of PUSHING BACK CHAOS and HEROES MEDIA GROUP, we wish you all the best for 2025. Reach out to us on social media or by email. We answer all messages.  Goals for 2025: -50 Ratings on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -300 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #2025 #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition#Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #Notyouraverageoperator #Adversity #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Faith #2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group All the best to you and your circle from Mike and Melon, plus the support guys here at Pushing Back Chaos and Heroes Media Group.  We take the opportunity to re-introduce ourselves for new listeners. You’ll hear about our professional and personal backgrounds- where we are at in 2025. You’ll hear WHY we have been doing this podcast for the past 4.5 years.  Coming from senior roles in special forces and military aviation, your hosts also draw on our family backgrounds and personal relationships. Nothing is off limits- we share from the heart. Your hosts have wide life experience- from special needs children to life threatening combat experiences and everything in between.  During this first episode of the year, we dive into some very deep personal questions- some very hard questions to answer.  We are here to share our story and our conversations with you. We address the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects of life and let you know what has worked for us: most of our lessons were hard won in times of failure and breakdown.  From the members of PUSHING BACK CHAOS and HEROES MEDIA GROUP, we wish you all the best for 2025. Reach out to us on social media or by email. We answer all messages.  Goals for 2025: -50 Ratings on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -300 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #2025 #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition#Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #Notyouraverageoperator #Adversity #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Faith #2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices All the best to you and your circle from Mike and Melon, plus the support guys here at Pushing Back Chaos and Heroes Media Group. 


We take the opportunity to re-introduce ourselves for new listeners. You’ll hear about our professional and personal backgrounds- where we are at in 2025. You’ll hear WHY we have been doing this podcast for the past 4.5 years. 


Coming from senior roles in special forces and military aviation, your hosts also draw on our family backgrounds and personal relationships. Nothing is off limits- we share from the heart. Your hosts have wide life experience- from special needs children to life threatening combat experiences and everything in between. 


During this first episode of the year, we dive into some very deep personal questions- some very hard questions to answer. 


We are here to share our story and our conversations with you. We address the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects of life and let you know what has worked for us: most of our lessons were hard won in times of failure and breakdown. 


From the members of PUSHING BACK CHAOS and HEROES MEDIA GROUP, we wish you all the best for 2025. Reach out to us on social media or by email. We answer all messages. 


Goals for 2025:

-50 Ratings on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-300 followers on FB, IG & YouTube

#2025 #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition#Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #Notyouraverageoperator #Adversity #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Faith #2025.

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]]> 4045 PBC: 086 - 2024 Year in Review https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Happy New Year everyone!  We just want to take this time and wish you, your families, and loved ones a bright and prosperous 2025 filled with great achievement, memories, and filled with meaningful relationships.  On this final episode of 2024, the guys recap their year while answering questions from you, the listeners. They cover the highlights of the show as well as highlights of their own personal lives. Sharing strong examples of growth physically, emotionally , spiritually, and mentally that they have built upon and shared with you throughout the year in every episode.  From moving across the world from the desert back to the land down under with Melon, to overcoming injury with Mike, to being present and maximizing family time with both , this year has been a year of growth, acceptance, challenges, and prosperity. Our hope is that in someway, we have been a pillar for you to lean on when times got tough or confusing. God knows we have needed our own pillars and we are happy to share them. From the members of PUSHING BACK CHAOS and HEROES MEDIA GROUP, we wish you a happy and prosperous new year! Goals for 2025: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving #Faith #NewYears #2025  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 02 Jan 2025 13:44:04 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Happy New Year everyone!  We just want to take this time and wish you, your families, and loved ones a bright and prosperous 2025 filled with great achievement, memories, and filled with meaningful relationships.  On this final episode of 2024, the guys recap their year while answering questions from you, the listeners. They cover the highlights of the show as well as highlights of their own personal lives. Sharing strong examples of growth physically, emotionally , spiritually, and mentally that they have built upon and shared with you throughout the year in every episode.  From moving across the world from the desert back to the land down under with Melon, to overcoming injury with Mike, to being present and maximizing family time with both , this year has been a year of growth, acceptance, challenges, and prosperity. Our hope is that in someway, we have been a pillar for you to lean on when times got tough or confusing. God knows we have needed our own pillars and we are happy to share them. From the members of PUSHING BACK CHAOS and HEROES MEDIA GROUP, we wish you a happy and prosperous new year! Goals for 2025: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving #Faith #NewYears #2025  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Happy New Year everyone!  We just want to take this time and wish you, your families, and loved ones a bright and prosperous 2025 filled with great achievement, memories, and filled with meaningful relationships. 


On this final episode of 2024, the guys recap their year while answering questions from you, the listeners. They cover the highlights of the show as well as highlights of their own personal lives. Sharing strong examples of growth physically, emotionally , spiritually, and mentally that they have built upon and shared with you throughout the year in every episode. 


From moving across the world from the desert back to the land down under with Melon, to overcoming injury with Mike, to being present and maximizing family time with both , this year has been a year of growth, acceptance, challenges, and prosperity. Our hope is that in someway, we have been a pillar for you to lean on when times got tough or confusing. God knows we have needed our own pillars and we are happy to share them.


From the members of PUSHING BACK CHAOS and HEROES MEDIA GROUP, we wish you a happy and prosperous new year!


Goals for 2025:

-100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving #Faith #NewYears #2025 

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]]> 4091 PBC: 085 - Achieving the Goal- Establishing a team “WHY” https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Last episode we started a conversation series about Achieving the Goal. The first episode was about gaining clarity on your individual goal- your personal “why”. This week we are starting to look at how we build teams that can achieve at the top levels.  Join Mike and Melon as they share from their decades of shared experience inside military aviation and special forces units about building teams that excel.  Working towards excellence involved building individuals and teams along the journey through the four levels of competence: Unconsciously incompetence. You don’t know that you don’t know how to do a task. You haven’t tried yet.  Consciously incompetent. You have tried, and now you know you can’t do it.  Consciously competent. You have pushed through the sticking point, past the fun stage and have built a solid foundation.  Unconsciously competent. You have worked to the stage where you can do the previously difficult task with only a fraction of your full attention.  How can we build teams that reliably work through sticking points where most would fail? These lessons are applicable to professional groups, sporting teams, families and personal relationships. Melon and Mike share from their experience in all of these areas.  Let us know where and when you have built world beating teams and how you worked through the tough times.  We would love to hear your thoughts!  Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#aviation #Operationonceinalifetime #training #StayPositive #Positivity #specialforces #teamwork #team #leadership #growthmindset Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 03 Dec 2024 18:37:32 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Last episode we started a conversation series about Achieving the Goal. The first episode was about gaining clarity on your individual goal- your personal “why”. This week we are starting to look at how we build teams that can achieve at the top levels.  Join Mike and Melon as they share from their decades of shared experience inside military aviation and special forces units about building teams that excel.  Working towards excellence involved building individuals and teams along the journey through the four levels of competence: Unconsciously incompetence. You don’t know that you don’t know how to do a task. You haven’t tried yet.  Consciously incompetent. You have tried, and now you know you can’t do it.  Consciously competent. You have pushed through the sticking point, past the fun stage and have built a solid foundation.  Unconsciously competent. You have worked to the stage where you can do the previously difficult task with only a fraction of your full attention.  How can we build teams that reliably work through sticking points where most would fail? These lessons are applicable to professional groups, sporting teams, families and personal relationships. Melon and Mike share from their experience in all of these areas.  Let us know where and when you have built world beating teams and how you worked through the tough times.  We would love to hear your thoughts!  Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#aviation #Operationonceinalifetime #training #StayPositive #Positivity #specialforces #teamwork #team #leadership #growthmindset Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Last episode we started a conversation series about Achieving the Goal. The first episode was about gaining clarity on your individual goal- your personal “why”. This week we are starting to look at how we build teams that can achieve at the top levels. 

Join Mike and Melon as they share from their decades of shared experience inside military aviation and special forces units about building teams that excel. 

Working towards excellence involved building individuals and teams along the journey through the four levels of competence:

  • Unconsciously incompetence. You don’t know that you don’t know how to do a task. You haven’t tried yet. 
  • Consciously incompetent. You have tried, and now you know you can’t do it. 
  • Consciously competent. You have pushed through the sticking point, past the fun stage and have built a solid foundation. 
  • Unconsciously competent. You have worked to the stage where you can do the previously difficult task with only a fraction of your full attention. 

How can we build teams that reliably work through sticking points where most would fail?

These lessons are applicable to professional groups, sporting teams, families and personal relationships. Melon and Mike share from their experience in all of these areas. 

Let us know where and when you have built world beating teams and how you worked through the tough times. 

We would love to hear your thoughts! 


Goals for 2024:

-100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#aviation #Operationonceinalifetime #training #StayPositive #Positivity #specialforces #teamwork #team #leadership #growthmindset

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]]> 3691 PBC: 084 - Achieving the Goal - What is your "WHY?" https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Everyone wants to do something special on a beautiful sunny day surrounded by comfort, but what happens when that first obstacle lands in your path? Is it what you thought it would be? Is it still desirable? Are you still capable of moving forward? Can your reasons for starting overcome the challenge? Join us this week with Mike and Melon back in the saddle and ready to pour some honesty and experience with Part 1 on preparing and approaching a daunting goal. The boys use their experiences as top-tier professional instructors within aviation and special operations training to break down and identify the key steps to make it to the end and accomplish your goals. For part 1 we are starting with: What is your WHY and is it strong enough to withstand the formidable moments ahead? Let us hear your reasons for beginning something. What got you to start? Did it survive the first challenge? We are always excited to hear from you! Come check us out & send us a message or leave a review! Let us know how our discussions have helped you push back against the chaos in your life!  Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Whatisyourwhy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:58:41 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Everyone wants to do something special on a beautiful sunny day surrounded by comfort, but what happens when that first obstacle lands in your path? Is it what you thought it would be? Is it still desirable? Are you still capable of moving forward? Can your reasons for starting overcome the challenge? Join us this week with Mike and Melon back in the saddle and ready to pour some honesty and experience with Part 1 on preparing and approaching a daunting goal. The boys use their experiences as top-tier professional instructors within aviation and special operations training to break down and identify the key steps to make it to the end and accomplish your goals. For part 1 we are starting with: What is your WHY and is it strong enough to withstand the formidable moments ahead? Let us hear your reasons for beginning something. What got you to start? Did it survive the first challenge? We are always excited to hear from you! Come check us out & send us a message or leave a review! Let us know how our discussions have helped you push back against the chaos in your life!  Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Whatisyourwhy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Everyone wants to do something special on a beautiful sunny day surrounded by comfort, but what happens when that first obstacle lands in your path? Is it what you thought it would be? Is it still desirable? Are you still capable of moving forward? Can your reasons for starting overcome the challenge? Join us this week with Mike and Melon back in the saddle and ready to pour some honesty and experience with Part 1 on preparing and approaching a daunting goal. The boys use their experiences as top-tier professional instructors within aviation and special operations training to break down and identify the key steps to make it to the end and accomplish your goals. For part 1 we are starting with: What is your WHY and is it strong enough to withstand the formidable moments ahead? Let us hear your reasons for beginning something. What got you to start? Did it survive the first challenge? We are always excited to hear from you!


Come check us out & send us a message or leave a review! Let us know how our discussions have helped you push back against the chaos in your life! 

Goals for 2024:

-100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Whatisyourwhy?

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]]> 4113 PBC, Ep: 083 - For We Walk in Faith, Not by Sight https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Well, this one is going to be different. For the first time on PUSHING BACK CHAOS, we talk about a very powerful topic: FAITH.  What is it exactly and what does it mean to you? This week, Mike welcomes our special guest and owner of Heroes Media Group, Adam Bird. A great friend who is like family and the whole reason our podcast even exists.  Mike and Adam ask some upfront and hard questions on faith and where they stand with it, how it has changed their lives, and address the conflict that exists between faith and what the world tells us to believe. This is not an easy one, but it is a welcomed one. We think about daily life and how hard everything can be. We look at the world as it is filled with chaos, war, confusion, and misinformation. Where do we go when we feel lost in all of it? Who do we talk to? Where is the truth? Why do I even exist?  Here at PUSHING BACK CHAOS, this is exactly our purpose and what we believe is true. To serve others, to make our communities better, and to be the best leaders, warriors, mentors, and friends that we can be. What does faith mean to you? Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving #Faith #God  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 07 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Well, this one is going to be different. For the first time on PUSHING BACK CHAOS, we talk about a very powerful topic: FAITH.  What is it exactly and what does it mean to you? This week, Mike welcomes our special guest and owner of Heroes Media Group, Adam Bird. A great friend who is like family and the whole reason our podcast even exists.  Mike and Adam ask some upfront and hard questions on faith and where they stand with it, how it has changed their lives, and address the conflict that exists between faith and what the world tells us to believe. This is not an easy one, but it is a welcomed one. We think about daily life and how hard everything can be. We look at the world as it is filled with chaos, war, confusion, and misinformation. Where do we go when we feel lost in all of it? Who do we talk to? Where is the truth? Why do I even exist?  Here at PUSHING BACK CHAOS, this is exactly our purpose and what we believe is true. To serve others, to make our communities better, and to be the best leaders, warriors, mentors, and friends that we can be. What does faith mean to you? Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving #Faith #God  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Well, this one is going to be different. For the first time on PUSHING BACK CHAOS, we talk about a very powerful topic: FAITH. 

What is it exactly and what does it mean to you? This week, Mike welcomes our special guest and owner of Heroes Media Group, Adam Bird. A great friend who is like family and the whole reason our podcast even exists. 

Mike and Adam ask some upfront and hard questions on faith and where they stand with it, how it has changed their lives, and address the conflict that exists between faith and what the world tells us to believe. This is not an easy one, but it is a welcomed one.

We think about daily life and how hard everything can be. We look at the world as it is filled with chaos, war, confusion, and misinformation. Where do we go when we feel lost in all of it? Who do we talk to? Where is the truth? Why do I even exist? 

Here at PUSHING BACK CHAOS, this is exactly our purpose and what we believe is true. To serve others, to make our communities better, and to be the best leaders, warriors, mentors, and friends that we can be.

What does faith mean to you?

Goals for 2024:

-100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving #Faith #God 

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]]> 5083 PBC, Ep: 082 - The End is only the Beginning https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Well it’s been a minute, but here we are!Back after a long summer and full of stories! Melon and Mike welcome you back with an update after 2+ months of adventures between the two of them. From relocating to Australia from the Middle East with Melon to coming home after a successful final deployment with Mike, there is no lack of lessons learned to be shared! This week, the guys speak on their recent experiences, but more so on what positive mindsets or lifestyle adjustments they’ve adopted and explain how they infused them into their daily lives. There are many flashy catch phrases such as “stay positive” or “just go with the flow!” that are used often, but lack the “how to” instruction manual. How annoying is that? Well we got you covered! We go in depth about the thought processes, the reality of combative emotions, and how to reaffirm yourself that what you are pursuing and how you are going about it may be out of the traditional norms of the world, but right in line with moral victory and success. Come check us out & send us a message or leave a review! Let us know how our discussions have helped you push back against the chaos in your life!  Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 31 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Well it’s been a minute, but here we are!Back after a long summer and full of stories! Melon and Mike welcome you back with an update after 2+ months of adventures between the two of them. From relocating to Australia from the Middle East with Melon to coming home after a successful final deployment with Mike, there is no lack of lessons learned to be shared! This week, the guys speak on their recent experiences, but more so on what positive mindsets or lifestyle adjustments they’ve adopted and explain how they infused them into their daily lives. There are many flashy catch phrases such as “stay positive” or “just go with the flow!” that are used often, but lack the “how to” instruction manual. How annoying is that? Well we got you covered! We go in depth about the thought processes, the reality of combative emotions, and how to reaffirm yourself that what you are pursuing and how you are going about it may be out of the traditional norms of the world, but right in line with moral victory and success. Come check us out & send us a message or leave a review! Let us know how our discussions have helped you push back against the chaos in your life!  Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Well it’s been a minute, but here we are!Back after a long summer and full of stories! Melon and Mike welcome you back with an update after 2+ months of adventures between the two of them. From relocating to Australia from the Middle East with Melon to coming home after a successful final deployment with Mike, there is no lack of lessons learned to be shared!

This week, the guys speak on their recent experiences, but more so on what positive mindsets or lifestyle adjustments they’ve adopted and explain how they infused them into their daily lives. There are many flashy catch phrases such as “stay positive” or “just go with the flow!” that are used often, but lack the “how to” instruction manual. How annoying is that? Well we got you covered! We go in depth about the thought processes, the reality of combative emotions, and how to reaffirm yourself that what you are pursuing and how you are going about it may be out of the traditional norms of the world, but right in line with moral victory and success.

Come check us out & send us a message or leave a review! Let us know how our discussions have helped you push back against the chaos in your life! 

Goals for 2024:

-100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving 

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]]> 4005 PBC: 081 - Leadership- building and sustaining a Vision https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ If you are working on something exciting that you really care about, you don’t have to be pushed. The vision pulls you. -       Steve Jobs The term “vision” is thrown around a lot in the context of organisations and leadership. What is meant by this umbrella term? How important is it? How can we create a compelling and effective vision? How can this vision be sustained in the inevitable difficult times that will come to all of us? Mike and Melon are continuing their exploration of leadership- as it occurs in military aviation and special forces, as well as in families, sporting teams and community groups. This week they define vision- the overarching north star or reason for the organisation’s existence. It shouldn’t just shape strategies, but also the values and principles of the team that guide the way there. How can we build a vision that motivates and draws us forward effectively? How can we get buy in from the people in the team? Your team contend that there has to be an open forum, where a consensus can be formed together, and that achievable goals can be set. The difficult task of sustaining the vision when the chips are down is also covered. The example of Churchill during WW2 is offered- constant communication and reinforcement that serves to maintain the long term effort through the short term hardship. Join the conversation and let us know your experiences. How have you seen this done well? What insights can you offer? Where could we take this conversation next? Please subscribe, like and leave us a review. Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #createvision  #communicatevision  #vision  #create   #sustain   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 30 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group If you are working on something exciting that you really care about, you don’t have to be pushed. The vision pulls you. -       Steve Jobs The term “vision” is thrown around a lot in the context of organisations and leadership. What is meant by this umbrella term? How important is it? How can we create a compelling and effective vision? How can this vision be sustained in the inevitable difficult times that will come to all of us? Mike and Melon are continuing their exploration of leadership- as it occurs in military aviation and special forces, as well as in families, sporting teams and community groups. This week they define vision- the overarching north star or reason for the organisation’s existence. It shouldn’t just shape strategies, but also the values and principles of the team that guide the way there. How can we build a vision that motivates and draws us forward effectively? How can we get buy in from the people in the team? Your team contend that there has to be an open forum, where a consensus can be formed together, and that achievable goals can be set. The difficult task of sustaining the vision when the chips are down is also covered. The example of Churchill during WW2 is offered- constant communication and reinforcement that serves to maintain the long term effort through the short term hardship. Join the conversation and let us know your experiences. How have you seen this done well? What insights can you offer? Where could we take this conversation next? Please subscribe, like and leave us a review. Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #createvision  #communicatevision  #vision  #create   #sustain   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices If you are working on something exciting that you really care about, you don’t have to be pushed. The vision pulls you.

-       Steve Jobs


The term “vision” is thrown around a lot in the context of organisations and leadership. What is meant by this umbrella term? How important is it? How can we create a compelling and effective vision? How can this vision be sustained in the inevitable difficult times that will come to all of us?


Mike and Melon are continuing their exploration of leadership- as it occurs in military aviation and special forces, as well as in families, sporting teams and community groups. This week they define vision- the overarching north star or reason for the organisation’s existence. It shouldn’t just shape strategies, but also the values and principles of the team that guide the way there.


How can we build a vision that motivates and draws us forward effectively? How can we get buy in from the people in the team? Your team contend that there has to be an open forum, where a consensus can be formed together, and that achievable goals can be set.


The difficult task of sustaining the vision when the chips are down is also covered. The example of Churchill during WW2 is offered- constant communication and reinforcement that serves to maintain the long term effort through the short term hardship.


Join the conversation and let us know your experiences. How have you seen this done well? What insights can you offer? Where could we take this conversation next?


Please subscribe, like and leave us a review.


Goals for 2024:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #createvision  #communicatevision  #vision  #create   #sustain

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


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]]> 4242 PBC: Ep 80 - Seasons of Leadership https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/  It’s been said that in life, we go through seasons. Seasons of growth, relationships, wealth, development, etc. What about leadership? Are there periods of our lives where leadership evolves? When do roles and responsibilities change? What and when are they? How will we know? In this week’s episode, Mike and Melon comb through the seasons of leadership. Using personal experiences, they equate the seasons to those of the world: Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. They break down each, describe their characteristics, and how they assimilate to your position, discuss the “flags” that happen for you to realize the change is taking place, and then the importance of accepting the evolving change that is required for growth and not be so committed to never letting go of that season. Although everyone’s timeline is different and unique, it is healthy to have a good reference to utilize when trying to identify your “purpose” as a leader as you move throughout your career and family.   Have you experienced this? Have you ever wondered “Am I supposed to keep doing this or is there something else I should be doing?” Does this example resonate or help you? Let us know!   **We will be sharing a seasonal graph to cover the points made in this episode**   Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group  It’s been said that in life, we go through seasons. Seasons of growth, relationships, wealth, development, etc. What about leadership? Are there periods of our lives where leadership evolves? When do roles and responsibilities change? What and when are they? How will we know? In this week’s episode, Mike and Melon comb through the seasons of leadership. Using personal experiences, they equate the seasons to those of the world: Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. They break down each, describe their characteristics, and how they assimilate to your position, discuss the “flags” that happen for you to realize the change is taking place, and then the importance of accepting the evolving change that is required for growth and not be so committed to never letting go of that season. Although everyone’s timeline is different and unique, it is healthy to have a good reference to utilize when trying to identify your “purpose” as a leader as you move throughout your career and family.   Have you experienced this? Have you ever wondered “Am I supposed to keep doing this or is there something else I should be doing?” Does this example resonate or help you? Let us know!   **We will be sharing a seasonal graph to cover the points made in this episode**   Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  It’s been said that in life, we go through seasons. Seasons of growth, relationships, wealth, development, etc. What about leadership? Are there periods of our lives where leadership evolves? When do roles and responsibilities change? What and when are they? How will we know?


In this week’s episode, Mike and Melon comb through the seasons of leadership. Using personal experiences, they equate the seasons to those of the world: Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. They break down each, describe their characteristics, and how they assimilate to your position, discuss the “flags” that happen for you to realize the change is taking place, and then the importance of accepting the evolving change that is required for growth and not be so committed to never letting go of that season.


Although everyone’s timeline is different and unique, it is healthy to have a good reference to utilize when trying to identify your “purpose” as a leader as you move throughout your career and family.

 

Have you experienced this? Have you ever wondered “Am I supposed to keep doing this or is there something else I should be doing?” Does this example resonate or help you? Let us know!

 

**We will be sharing a seasonal graph to cover the points made in this episode**

 

Goals for 2024:

-100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #leadership #Evolving 

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]]> 4616 PBC: 079 - Unity in divisive times Mike has deployed and Melon is doing his own training ahead of joining the team instructing Australian military pilots- so life has been very busy for your hosts. Both men have been practicing what they preach around focusing on basics and the individual pursuit of professional mastery as an essential precursor to then generate professional impacts in their work teams. A listener question is asked about dealing with disappointments. The discussion covers how we can find lessons and move forward after facing hard times individually.  The conversations moves to the shocking recent political violence- the attempted assassination of former President Trump. This is a hugely divided time, and the enemies of western liberal democracies will be cheering on and encouraging that division wherever they can. Your hosts address concrete and actionable ways to foster unity as an antidote to this time of division and rift. With the right thinking, we can find our strength together and move forward. Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC  #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #unity  #antidote #together  #military   #teamwork   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 18 Jul 2024 09:33:19 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Mike has deployed and Melon is doing his own training ahead of joining the team instructing Australian military pilots- so life has been very busy for your hosts. Both men have been practicing what they preach around focusing on basics and the individual pursuit of professional mastery as an essential precursor to then generate professional impacts in their work teams. A listener question is asked about dealing with disappointments. The discussion covers how we can find lessons and move forward after facing hard times individually.  The conversations moves to the shocking recent political violence- the attempted assassination of former President Trump. This is a hugely divided time, and the enemies of western liberal democracies will be cheering on and encouraging that division wherever they can. Your hosts address concrete and actionable ways to foster unity as an antidote to this time of division and rift. With the right thinking, we can find our strength together and move forward. Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC  #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #unity  #antidote #together  #military   #teamwork   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mike has deployed and Melon is doing his own training ahead of joining the team instructing Australian military pilots- so life has been very busy for your hosts. Both men have been practicing what they preach around focusing on basics and the individual pursuit of professional mastery as an essential precursor to then generate professional impacts in their work teams.


A listener question is asked about dealing with disappointments. The discussion covers how we can find lessons and move forward after facing hard times individually. 


The conversations moves to the shocking recent political violence- the attempted assassination of former President Trump.


This is a hugely divided time, and the enemies of western liberal democracies will be cheering on and encouraging that division wherever they can. Your hosts address concrete and actionable ways to foster unity as an antidote to this time of division and rift. With the right thinking, we can find our strength together and move forward.


Goals for 2024:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC  #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #unity  #antidote #together  #military   #teamwork

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players:

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]]> 3813 PBC: 078 - Feeding your Spirit https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ The spirit leads the heart, not the heart leading the spirit. This is a common battle for us all. A battle between mind, body and spirit. It can cause unhealthy thoughts, joy, heartbreak, gratefulness, or even physical expressions, such as fighting or hugging. In this weeks episode, Mike and Melon open up with a in-depth review of their own lives since the last episode. From moving across the world to recovering from physical injury, to developing a plan of action for the next chapter in life. They discuss what they feed their spirit, the emotions they feel consistently, and the actions that result on their path to achieving their goals. What matters most is what we feed our spirit throughout our trials and developments.  The spirit leads the heart: -> The heart feels the emotion: -> The emotions lead to action/will: The question is, “What are you feeding your spirit?” It may be why you feel the way you do, or define the actions you are taking. What do you think about this battle? How has it hurt you at times? How has it helped you succeed at times?   Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group The spirit leads the heart, not the heart leading the spirit. This is a common battle for us all. A battle between mind, body and spirit. It can cause unhealthy thoughts, joy, heartbreak, gratefulness, or even physical expressions, such as fighting or hugging. In this weeks episode, Mike and Melon open up with a in-depth review of their own lives since the last episode. From moving across the world to recovering from physical injury, to developing a plan of action for the next chapter in life. They discuss what they feed their spirit, the emotions they feel consistently, and the actions that result on their path to achieving their goals. What matters most is what we feed our spirit throughout our trials and developments.  The spirit leads the heart: -> The heart feels the emotion: -> The emotions lead to action/will: The question is, “What are you feeding your spirit?” It may be why you feel the way you do, or define the actions you are taking. What do you think about this battle? How has it hurt you at times? How has it helped you succeed at times?   Goals for 2024: -100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The spirit leads the heart, not the heart leading the spirit.


This is a common battle for us all. A battle between mind, body and spirit. It can cause unhealthy thoughts, joy, heartbreak, gratefulness, or even physical expressions, such as fighting or hugging.


In this weeks episode, Mike and Melon open up with a in-depth review of their own lives since the last episode. From moving across the world to recovering from physical injury, to developing a plan of action for the next chapter in life. They discuss what they feed their spirit, the emotions they feel consistently, and the actions that result on their path to achieving their goals. What matters most is what we feed our spirit throughout our trials and developments. 


The spirit leads the heart:

->

The heart feels the emotion:

->

The emotions lead to action/will:


The question is, “What are you feeding your spirit?” It may be why you feel the way you do, or define the actions you are taking.


What do you think about this battle? How has it hurt you at times? How has it helped you succeed at times?

 

Goals for 2024:

-100 Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube

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]]> 3502 PBC: 077 - Actionable pathways for Change https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ “If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.” -       Lao Tzu “Your life does not get better by chance. It gets better by change.” -       Jim Rohn Change often has a bad reputation. We fear the unknown, and change carries some aspect of the unknown. But if we don’t change, we cannot adapt ourselves to a changing world- we will remain static and stuck. Both your hosts are in the midst of major life upheavals and changes. Join them as they discuss strategies to both improve the motivation to act when change is necessary, and frameworks that they have used in both military and personal settings. They both have extensive experience with implementing successful change processes, and with teaching them to pilots and Special Forces operators. A true test of an effective process is one that can be used with professional military and aviation colleagues, and work just as effectively with your family. You will hear examples of how to build motivation to take the first step, and they will cover COL John Boyd’s OODA Loop, and the alternate CSIM models. OODA Loop: Observe Orentiate Decide Act CSIM: Current State Solutions Implementation Manage Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #change  #OODA #CSIM  #adapt   #motivate   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 02 May 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group “If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.” -       Lao Tzu “Your life does not get better by chance. It gets better by change.” -       Jim Rohn Change often has a bad reputation. We fear the unknown, and change carries some aspect of the unknown. But if we don’t change, we cannot adapt ourselves to a changing world- we will remain static and stuck. Both your hosts are in the midst of major life upheavals and changes. Join them as they discuss strategies to both improve the motivation to act when change is necessary, and frameworks that they have used in both military and personal settings. They both have extensive experience with implementing successful change processes, and with teaching them to pilots and Special Forces operators. A true test of an effective process is one that can be used with professional military and aviation colleagues, and work just as effectively with your family. You will hear examples of how to build motivation to take the first step, and they will cover COL John Boyd’s OODA Loop, and the alternate CSIM models. OODA Loop: Observe Orentiate Decide Act CSIM: Current State Solutions Implementation Manage Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #change  #OODA #CSIM  #adapt   #motivate   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices “If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.”

-       Lao Tzu


“Your life does not get better by chance. It gets better by change.”

-       Jim Rohn


Change often has a bad reputation. We fear the unknown, and change carries some aspect of the unknown. But if we don’t change, we cannot adapt ourselves to a changing world- we will remain static and stuck.


Both your hosts are in the midst of major life upheavals and changes. Join them as they discuss strategies to both improve the motivation to act when change is necessary, and frameworks that they have used in both military and personal settings. They both have extensive experience with implementing successful change processes, and with teaching them to pilots and Special Forces operators. A true test of an effective process is one that can be used with professional military and aviation colleagues, and work just as effectively with your family.


You will hear examples of how to build motivation to take the first step, and they will cover COL John Boyd’s OODA Loop, and the alternate CSIM models.


OODA Loop:

Observe

Orentiate

Decide

Act


CSIM:

Current State

Solutions

Implementation

Manage


Goals for 2024:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans  #change  #OODA #CSIM  #adapt   #motivate

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players:

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]]> 3679 PBC: 076 - Air Cover and “Overwatch” w/ SGT Allen Weddington Jr. https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, Mike welcomes a  surprise guest., SGT Allen Weddington. A friend and teammate who he hasn't seen since his Afghanistan employment in 2012! In this episode, you’ll hear some shared stories from their time together in Afghanistan. Conversations about engagements, creating a family environment, to losing teammates in combat. The main focus of this discussion is what happens after it’s all over. What is our purpose? What is our identity? What do we do now? How do I deal with the wounds that no one can see? Allen shares everything. The struggles, the confusion, the doubt, the thoughts of self-harm, but also the resurrection of his new life and purpose. A truly heartfelt story of overcoming our fears and rebuilding a better life that we could have never imagined. You do not want to miss this episode!! If this resonates with you, or you have an interest in equestrian work or therapy, please feel free to reach out to Allen through us, or visit Old Glory Clydesdales on Facebook!! NEW Goals for 2024:  -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #militarytransition #Evolving  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, Mike welcomes a  surprise guest., SGT Allen Weddington. A friend and teammate who he hasn't seen since his Afghanistan employment in 2012! In this episode, you’ll hear some shared stories from their time together in Afghanistan. Conversations about engagements, creating a family environment, to losing teammates in combat. The main focus of this discussion is what happens after it’s all over. What is our purpose? What is our identity? What do we do now? How do I deal with the wounds that no one can see? Allen shares everything. The struggles, the confusion, the doubt, the thoughts of self-harm, but also the resurrection of his new life and purpose. A truly heartfelt story of overcoming our fears and rebuilding a better life that we could have never imagined. You do not want to miss this episode!! If this resonates with you, or you have an interest in equestrian work or therapy, please feel free to reach out to Allen through us, or visit Old Glory Clydesdales on Facebook!! NEW Goals for 2024:  -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #militarytransition #Evolving  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, Mike welcomes a  surprise guest., SGT Allen Weddington. A friend and teammate who he hasn't seen since his Afghanistan employment in 2012!

In this episode, you’ll hear some shared stories from their time together in Afghanistan. Conversations about engagements, creating a family environment, to losing teammates in combat. The main focus of this discussion is what happens after it’s all over. What is our purpose? What is our identity? What do we do now? How do I deal with the wounds that no one can see?

Allen shares everything. The struggles, the confusion, the doubt, the thoughts of self-harm, but also the resurrection of his new life and purpose. A truly heartfelt story of overcoming our fears and rebuilding a better life that we could have never imagined.

You do not want to miss this episode!!

If this resonates with you, or you have an interest in equestrian work or therapy, please feel free to reach out to Allen through us, or visit Old Glory Clydesdales on Facebook!!

NEW Goals for 2024:

 -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #militarytransition #Evolving 

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]]> 4530 PBC, 075 - Gratitude & Integrity: From Failure to success https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity.  -       Melody Beattie Life throws up challenges for all of us. The challenges ARE life. There is no escaping them. How can we work through these and manifest our best selves to create the life we want to live? Mike and Melon are certainly no strangers to life’s big challenges- special forces training, operational deployments, finding love, parenting special needs family members, moving a family around the world… These and many more challenges are part of their lives.  In these hardest times, both Mike and Melon have found their way through to being their best selves when they have maintained a state of gratitude. Focusing on the blessings in our lives shifts something for all of us- it has us find the creativity and strength that we need to find solutions. Building integrity- treating your word as your bond- has been the only way to have a foundation to stand on when moving forward in the world. An element of this is restoring integrity when the inevitable breakdowns occur- making things right with the people affected. When we face the big challenges- the times when we are suffering- but we are able to maintain both gratitude and integrity, we access our highest states of capabilities. This will have us move from failure to success when we need it most. Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #gratitude  #integrity #failuretosuccess  #authenticity   #success    PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 15 Apr 2024 14:10:50 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity.  -       Melody Beattie Life throws up challenges for all of us. The challenges ARE life. There is no escaping them. How can we work through these and manifest our best selves to create the life we want to live? Mike and Melon are certainly no strangers to life’s big challenges- special forces training, operational deployments, finding love, parenting special needs family members, moving a family around the world… These and many more challenges are part of their lives.  In these hardest times, both Mike and Melon have found their way through to being their best selves when they have maintained a state of gratitude. Focusing on the blessings in our lives shifts something for all of us- it has us find the creativity and strength that we need to find solutions. Building integrity- treating your word as your bond- has been the only way to have a foundation to stand on when moving forward in the world. An element of this is restoring integrity when the inevitable breakdowns occur- making things right with the people affected. When we face the big challenges- the times when we are suffering- but we are able to maintain both gratitude and integrity, we access our highest states of capabilities. This will have us move from failure to success when we need it most. Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #gratitude  #integrity #failuretosuccess  #authenticity   #success    PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. 

-       Melody Beattie


Life throws up challenges for all of us. The challenges ARE life. There is no escaping them. How can we work through these and manifest our best selves to create the life we want to live?


Mike and Melon are certainly no strangers to life’s big challenges- special forces training, operational deployments, finding love, parenting special needs family members, moving a family around the world… These and many more challenges are part of their lives. 


In these hardest times, both Mike and Melon have found their way through to being their best selves when they have maintained a state of gratitude. Focusing on the blessings in our lives shifts something for all of us- it has us find the creativity and strength that we need to find solutions.


Building integrity- treating your word as your bond- has been the only way to have a foundation to stand on when moving forward in the world. An element of this is restoring integrity when the inevitable breakdowns occur- making things right with the people affected.


When we face the big challenges- the times when we are suffering- but we are able to maintain both gratitude and integrity, we access our highest states of capabilities. This will have us move from failure to success when we need it most.


Goals for 2024:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #gratitude  #integrity #failuretosuccess  #authenticity   #success 

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


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]]> 3589 PBC, Ep: 074 - Transitioning from Life Experience- LTCOL Jimmy Carr (Part 2) https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ After an eye opening and informative part 1, the team welcomes back our special guest, British Army LT Col (Ret.) Jimmy Carr. After an exceptional 22 year military career, as everything else, it was time to move on. Time to transition. Time to change. In this episode, Jimmy, Melon, and Mike discuss the challenges that all veterans will face as they transition back to the private civilian sector. From misperceptions and rumors while still on active duty, to the harsh realities of job hunting & the loss of community and purpose. Its not always what we plan on but it is what we receive. One thing that does separate us veterans from civilians is our community & the willingness to help each other in our times of need. This is one of those examples. We should always be able to lean on & rely on each other as we did in the field, in the fleet, or in the skies above to achieve our life objectives.  As the great Winston Churchill said: “Don’t ever give in and don’t ever give up!” Do you know or are you a transitioning veteran? What challenges are there from you/their perspective? How was it handled? What tips would you like to offer? NEW Goals for 2024:  -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #militarytransition #Evolving  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group After an eye opening and informative part 1, the team welcomes back our special guest, British Army LT Col (Ret.) Jimmy Carr. After an exceptional 22 year military career, as everything else, it was time to move on. Time to transition. Time to change. In this episode, Jimmy, Melon, and Mike discuss the challenges that all veterans will face as they transition back to the private civilian sector. From misperceptions and rumors while still on active duty, to the harsh realities of job hunting & the loss of community and purpose. Its not always what we plan on but it is what we receive. One thing that does separate us veterans from civilians is our community & the willingness to help each other in our times of need. This is one of those examples. We should always be able to lean on & rely on each other as we did in the field, in the fleet, or in the skies above to achieve our life objectives.  As the great Winston Churchill said: “Don’t ever give in and don’t ever give up!” Do you know or are you a transitioning veteran? What challenges are there from you/their perspective? How was it handled? What tips would you like to offer? NEW Goals for 2024:  -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #militarytransition #Evolving  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After an eye opening and informative part 1, the team welcomes back our special guest, British Army LT Col (Ret.) Jimmy Carr. After an exceptional 22 year military career, as everything else, it was time to move on. Time to transition. Time to change.


In this episode, Jimmy, Melon, and Mike discuss the challenges that all veterans will face as they transition back to the private civilian sector. From misperceptions and rumors while still on active duty, to the harsh realities of job hunting & the loss of community and purpose. Its not always what we plan on but it is what we receive.


One thing that does separate us veterans from civilians is our community & the willingness to help each other in our times of need. This is one of those examples. We should always be able to lean on & rely on each other as we did in the field, in the fleet, or in the skies above to achieve our life objectives. 


As the great Winston Churchill said:


“Don’t ever give in and don’t ever give up!”


Do you know or are you a transitioning veteran? What challenges are there from you/their perspective? How was it handled? What tips would you like to offer?


NEW Goals for 2024:

 -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #militarytransition #Evolving 

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]]> 3749 PBC, Ep: 073 - Leadership through life experience- LTCOL Jimmy Carr (Part 1) https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Some of us had easy childhoods and happy families. Some of us did not.  Some were exposed to serious early childhood trauma and substance abuse- and flirted with our own demons. Not all of us had the discernment and wisdom to change the trajectory our life was on and forge a path of providence. In this amazingly open conversation, you will be joined by Lieutenant Colonel (Retd) Jimmy Carr- veteran of multiple combat tours with his beloved Yorkshire Regiment from his home in the United Kingdom. Jimmy shares the many challenges and life deranging experiences that he faced while growing up in England. He had to deal with serious family trauma and came very close to being overcome by a toxic environment. Jimmy fought through the “imposter syndrome” when he joined the UK’s Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, and learned to base his career on the great regulator of military standards and values. You will hear of Jimmy’s time with the US Army’s 10th Mountain Division, and the growth and development of his integrity based leadership style. He met LT GEN Michael Howard, and never forgot his guidance that: Bad teams turn on each other. Good teams turn to each other. Prepare to be moved by a level of honesty and openness that is hard to find in life- always coupled with a laugh and a joke. Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #leadership #standards #values  #transformation   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Some of us had easy childhoods and happy families. Some of us did not.  Some were exposed to serious early childhood trauma and substance abuse- and flirted with our own demons. Not all of us had the discernment and wisdom to change the trajectory our life was on and forge a path of providence. In this amazingly open conversation, you will be joined by Lieutenant Colonel (Retd) Jimmy Carr- veteran of multiple combat tours with his beloved Yorkshire Regiment from his home in the United Kingdom. Jimmy shares the many challenges and life deranging experiences that he faced while growing up in England. He had to deal with serious family trauma and came very close to being overcome by a toxic environment. Jimmy fought through the “imposter syndrome” when he joined the UK’s Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, and learned to base his career on the great regulator of military standards and values. You will hear of Jimmy’s time with the US Army’s 10th Mountain Division, and the growth and development of his integrity based leadership style. He met LT GEN Michael Howard, and never forgot his guidance that: Bad teams turn on each other. Good teams turn to each other. Prepare to be moved by a level of honesty and openness that is hard to find in life- always coupled with a laugh and a joke. Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2024: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #leadership #standards #values  #transformation   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Some of us had easy childhoods and happy families. Some of us did not. 


Some were exposed to serious early childhood trauma and substance abuse- and flirted with our own demons. Not all of us had the discernment and wisdom to change the trajectory our life was on and forge a path of providence.


In this amazingly open conversation, you will be joined by Lieutenant Colonel (Retd) Jimmy Carr- veteran of multiple combat tours with his beloved Yorkshire Regiment from his home in the United Kingdom. Jimmy shares the many challenges and life deranging experiences that he faced while growing up in England. He had to deal with serious family trauma and came very close to being overcome by a toxic environment. Jimmy fought through the “imposter syndrome” when he joined the UK’s Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, and learned to base his career on the great regulator of military standards and values.


You will hear of Jimmy’s time with the US Army’s 10th Mountain Division, and the growth and development of his integrity based leadership style. He met LT GEN Michael Howard, and never forgot his guidance that:

Bad teams turn on each other. Good teams turn to each other.


Prepare to be moved by a level of honesty and openness that is hard to find in life- always coupled with a laugh and a joke.


Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media!


Goals for 2024:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #leadership #standards #values  #transformation

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


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]]> 4200 PBC, Ep: 072 - Master of Puppets- Serving Two Masters https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Have you ever stopped and questioned:  “Am I serving two masters? Am I serving the right master?  How do I know which one to serve most and why?”  Life is extremely busy with endless branches of required action and attentiveness, but what should we focus on every day? How do we know which is most important? Is it possible to serve multiple masters at once? If so, for how long? Join us this week as Mike and Melon discuss the realm of serving multiple masters in life. These can be the faces of money, success, alcohol, drugs, sex, fame, acknowledgment, and religion. How should we organize these? What aspects do we need to acknowledge about each? How do we decide how to pick and continue on in life?  Do you struggle with serving multiple masters? How have you addressed this? Have you been more successful or failed more often than not? Would love to hear from you! NEW Goals for 2024:  -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #Addiction #TwoMasters #MasterofPuppets  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Have you ever stopped and questioned:  “Am I serving two masters? Am I serving the right master?  How do I know which one to serve most and why?”  Life is extremely busy with endless branches of required action and attentiveness, but what should we focus on every day? How do we know which is most important? Is it possible to serve multiple masters at once? If so, for how long? Join us this week as Mike and Melon discuss the realm of serving multiple masters in life. These can be the faces of money, success, alcohol, drugs, sex, fame, acknowledgment, and religion. How should we organize these? What aspects do we need to acknowledge about each? How do we decide how to pick and continue on in life?  Do you struggle with serving multiple masters? How have you addressed this? Have you been more successful or failed more often than not? Would love to hear from you! NEW Goals for 2024:  -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #Addiction #TwoMasters #MasterofPuppets  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have you ever stopped and questioned:


 “Am I serving two masters? Am I serving the right master?  How do I know which one to serve most and why?” 


Life is extremely busy with endless branches of required action and attentiveness, but what should we focus on every day? How do we know which is most important? Is it possible to serve multiple masters at once? If so, for how long?


Join us this week as Mike and Melon discuss the realm of serving multiple masters in life. These can be the faces of money, success, alcohol, drugs, sex, fame, acknowledgment, and religion. How should we organize these? What aspects do we need to acknowledge about each? How do we decide how to pick and continue on in life? 


Do you struggle with serving multiple masters? How have you addressed this? Have you been more successful or failed more often than not? Would love to hear from you!


NEW Goals for 2024:

 -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Priorities #Addiction #TwoMasters #MasterofPuppets 

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]]> 3774 PBC, Ep: 071 - The Valkyrie LEO: Women in Policing https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, Melon and Mike proudly welcome on their special guest, Brenda, a 5 year Virginia Police veteran. As a former immigrant from Argentina turned American citizen, she proudly serves her community in uniform, pushing back crime and lawlessness.  She discusses the challenges of operating as a female officer in a male dominated line of work, what has helped her overcome those challenges, and mindsets that have helped her succeed. Additionally, the team addresses the deterioration of societal morality. What has become normalized is not acceptable. Join us and get those questions ready! NEW Goals for 2024:  -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Police #LEO #FemalePolice  #LawEnforcement  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, Melon and Mike proudly welcome on their special guest, Brenda, a 5 year Virginia Police veteran. As a former immigrant from Argentina turned American citizen, she proudly serves her community in uniform, pushing back crime and lawlessness.  She discusses the challenges of operating as a female officer in a male dominated line of work, what has helped her overcome those challenges, and mindsets that have helped her succeed. Additionally, the team addresses the deterioration of societal morality. What has become normalized is not acceptable. Join us and get those questions ready! NEW Goals for 2024:  -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Police #LEO #FemalePolice  #LawEnforcement  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, Melon and Mike proudly welcome on their special guest, Brenda, a 5 year Virginia Police veteran. As a former immigrant from Argentina turned American citizen, she proudly serves her community in uniform, pushing back crime and lawlessness. 


She discusses the challenges of operating as a female officer in a male dominated line of work, what has helped her overcome those challenges, and mindsets that have helped her succeed. Additionally, the team addresses the deterioration of societal morality. What has become normalized is not acceptable.


Join us and get those questions ready!


NEW Goals for 2024:

 -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Police #LEO #FemalePolice 

#LawEnforcement 

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]]> 4121 EP 70: True Grit: What is it & Do I have it? https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Grit is a personality trait possessed by individuals who demonstrate passion and perseverance toward a goal despite being confronted by significant obstacles and distractions. Those who possess grit are able to self-regulate and postpone their need for positive reinforcement while working diligently on a task. Key traits of Grit: Perseverance. Resilience. Courage. Passion. Conscientiousness. This week, Mike rolls solo and discusses the topic of grit, discussing frequently asked questions about what it is, how to identify it in ourselves and others, & some deep dives into some misperceptions about grit in society.  How do you categorize grit? Do you have it? Do you know others who have it? How has having grit helped you or others in your circle? We’d love to hear! NEW Goals for 2024:  -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Grit #TrueGrit  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Grit is a personality trait possessed by individuals who demonstrate passion and perseverance toward a goal despite being confronted by significant obstacles and distractions. Those who possess grit are able to self-regulate and postpone their need for positive reinforcement while working diligently on a task. Key traits of Grit: Perseverance. Resilience. Courage. Passion. Conscientiousness. This week, Mike rolls solo and discusses the topic of grit, discussing frequently asked questions about what it is, how to identify it in ourselves and others, & some deep dives into some misperceptions about grit in society.  How do you categorize grit? Do you have it? Do you know others who have it? How has having grit helped you or others in your circle? We’d love to hear! NEW Goals for 2024:  -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Grit #TrueGrit  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grit is a personality trait possessed by individuals who demonstrate passion and perseverance toward a goal despite being confronted by significant obstacles and distractions. Those who possess grit are able to self-regulate and postpone their need for positive reinforcement while working diligently on a task.


Key traits of Grit:

  • Perseverance.
  • Resilience.
  • Courage.
  • Passion.
  • Conscientiousness.


This week, Mike rolls solo and discusses the topic of grit, discussing frequently asked questions about what it is, how to identify it in ourselves and others, & some deep dives into some misperceptions about grit in society. 


How do you categorize grit? Do you have it? Do you know others who have it? How has having grit helped you or others in your circle? We’d love to hear!


NEW Goals for 2024:

 -50  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -25 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-300 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Grit #TrueGrit 

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]]> 2874 PBC: 069 - Is consistency the secret to long term confidence, self esteem and respect? https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-decision-hour/ Welcome back to a new year! Mike, Melon and the support crew wish our entire audience a meaningful and prosperous 2024! In this episode, Mike and Melon discuss consistency. Is this the secret to long term happiness? When life is working, is it because we have found our way to a solid routine? What can we do to build our way towards our best future selves- especially when things don’t seem to be tracking in that direction? When we pass a milestone such as beginning the New Year, or a birthday, do resolutions to change make a difference long term? Is it a case of “New Year, New Me?” You will hear a discussion centered on themes that have worked in the areas of Special Forces and military aviation, and also in the areas away from work- with family and loved ones. Topics covered include: - The importance of clear goals - Demonstrating integrity over time - How this builds trust - Trust leads to strong relationships  - Embracing a “beginner’s mentality” - Displaying authenticity  We will all have to make the effort- no one else can do our push ups for us! Let’s work towards being able to say that “2024 doesn’t define me- I define 2024 by my consistent actions”! Don't forget to subscribe, like, share, and review!   #PBC #PushingBackChaos  #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #ConsistencyIsKey #SuccessMindset #AchieveYourDreams #StayConsistent #MindsetMatters  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Welcome back to a new year! Mike, Melon and the support crew wish our entire audience a meaningful and prosperous 2024! In this episode, Mike and Melon discuss consistency. Is this the secret to long term happiness? When life is working, is it because we have found our way to a solid routine? What can we do to build our way towards our best future selves- especially when things don’t seem to be tracking in that direction? When we pass a milestone such as beginning the New Year, or a birthday, do resolutions to change make a difference long term? Is it a case of “New Year, New Me?” You will hear a discussion centered on themes that have worked in the areas of Special Forces and military aviation, and also in the areas away from work- with family and loved ones. Topics covered include: - The importance of clear goals - Demonstrating integrity over time - How this builds trust - Trust leads to strong relationships  - Embracing a “beginner’s mentality” - Displaying authenticity  We will all have to make the effort- no one else can do our push ups for us! Let’s work towards being able to say that “2024 doesn’t define me- I define 2024 by my consistent actions”! Don't forget to subscribe, like, share, and review!   #PBC #PushingBackChaos  #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #ConsistencyIsKey #SuccessMindset #AchieveYourDreams #StayConsistent #MindsetMatters  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to a new year! Mike, Melon and the support crew wish our entire audience a meaningful and prosperous 2024!


In this episode, Mike and Melon discuss consistency. Is this the secret to long term happiness?


When life is working, is it because we have found our way to a solid routine? What can we do to build our way towards our best future selves- especially when things don’t seem to be tracking in that direction?


When we pass a milestone such as beginning the New Year, or a birthday, do resolutions to change make a difference long term? Is it a case of “New Year, New Me?”


You will hear a discussion centered on themes that have worked in the areas of Special Forces and military aviation, and also in the areas away from work- with family and loved ones. Topics covered include:

- The importance of clear goals

- Demonstrating integrity over time

- How this builds trust

- Trust leads to strong relationships 

- Embracing a “beginner’s mentality”

- Displaying authenticity 


We will all have to make the effort- no one else can do our push ups for us!


Let’s work towards being able to say that “2024 doesn’t define me- I define 2024 by my consistent actions”!


Don't forget to subscribe, like, share, and review! 


 #PBC #PushingBackChaos  #Podcast #HMG

#HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #ConsistencyIsKey #SuccessMindset #AchieveYourDreams #StayConsistent #MindsetMatters 

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]]> 3409 PBC: 068 - Evaluating & Overcoming Our Stressors https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Did you wake up today? Congratulations! You have stressors in your life! Now that we got that out-of-the-way, let’s talk about how to address them in a healthy way. This week, Mike and Melon rap about some of their own stresses and how they are dealing with them. Mike digs deep and shotguns Melon with the following questions: -How often do you experience stress? What levels on a 1-10 scale? -Do you ever pause and categorize internal & external stressors? How does this help? -When and where do you feel most relaxed?  -What are the processes/actions you take to get there?  Learning to address, categorize, and understand how to overcome our stressors should be a major focus throughout our lives. We never want to become overwhelmed or compartmentalize too much or we will find ourselves broken down in an unhealthy state. How do you handle stress? Or don’t you? Does it impede you on your way forward? What are some ways you have found to deal with your stress successfully? We’d love for you to share! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Stress #Overcomingstress  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 22 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Did you wake up today? Congratulations! You have stressors in your life! Now that we got that out-of-the-way, let’s talk about how to address them in a healthy way. This week, Mike and Melon rap about some of their own stresses and how they are dealing with them. Mike digs deep and shotguns Melon with the following questions: -How often do you experience stress? What levels on a 1-10 scale? -Do you ever pause and categorize internal & external stressors? How does this help? -When and where do you feel most relaxed?  -What are the processes/actions you take to get there?  Learning to address, categorize, and understand how to overcome our stressors should be a major focus throughout our lives. We never want to become overwhelmed or compartmentalize too much or we will find ourselves broken down in an unhealthy state. How do you handle stress? Or don’t you? Does it impede you on your way forward? What are some ways you have found to deal with your stress successfully? We’d love for you to share! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Stress #Overcomingstress  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Did you wake up today? Congratulations! You have stressors in your life! Now that we got that out-of-the-way, let’s talk about how to address them in a healthy way.


This week, Mike and Melon rap about some of their own stresses and how they are dealing with them. Mike digs deep and shotguns Melon with the following questions:


-How often do you experience stress? What levels on a 1-10 scale?


-Do you ever pause and categorize internal & external stressors? How does this help?


-When and where do you feel most relaxed? 


-What are the processes/actions you take to get there? 


Learning to address, categorize, and understand how to overcome our stressors should be a major focus throughout our lives. We never want to become overwhelmed or compartmentalize too much or we will find ourselves broken down in an unhealthy state.


How do you handle stress? Or don’t you? Does it impede you on your way forward? What are some ways you have found to deal with your stress successfully? We’d love for you to share!


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Stress #Overcomingstress 

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]]> 3102 PBC: 067 - Attachment Theory https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ There has been increasing attention paid recently to Attachment Theory, which came from research by John Bowlby (1951), and Mary Ainsworth (1967) and has been confirmed and expanded over the intervening decades.  Attachment Theory described the psychological connection between humans, that is based in the connection between babies and their primary caregiver- typically their mother.  According to the theory, early patterns of behaviour establish fundamental feelings of safety and security that play out for the rest of our lives- most recognisably in our adult romantic relationships.  Join your hosts as they discuss Attachment Theory, and how they have experienced it in their lives. Learn about the four attachment styles, and hear methods to progress towards Secure Attachment, even if early experiences set the groundwork for a different style to naturally manifest.  Melon and Mike refer to a free online quiz where you can find your own style: https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=google-search&utm_medium=cpc-lead&utm_campaign=18002521897&utm_term=&gc_id=18002521897&h_ad_id=669729918143&utm_content=personal%20development%20school&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA35urBhDCARIsAOU7Qwnf69T3l6RU6CrHOh_xA_inad1keG_8RB-RPmQiKeN6DCim6VOEbs8aAss8EALw_wcB Subscribe, Like, Share and Review our podcast. Don’t miss out on our Instagram Christmas Giveaway be sure to enter and follow our kind sponsors! Let us know what you think! Goals for 2023:  -100 ️️️️️ Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts   -500 Followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!  #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #attachmentstyles #anxiousattachment #avoidantattachment #secureattachment #attachmenttheory   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 03 Dec 2023 21:32:22 -0000 full Heroes Media Group There has been increasing attention paid recently to Attachment Theory, which came from research by John Bowlby (1951), and Mary Ainsworth (1967) and has been confirmed and expanded over the intervening decades.  Attachment Theory described the psychological connection between humans, that is based in the connection between babies and their primary caregiver- typically their mother.  According to the theory, early patterns of behaviour establish fundamental feelings of safety and security that play out for the rest of our lives- most recognisably in our adult romantic relationships.  Join your hosts as they discuss Attachment Theory, and how they have experienced it in their lives. Learn about the four attachment styles, and hear methods to progress towards Secure Attachment, even if early experiences set the groundwork for a different style to naturally manifest.  Melon and Mike refer to a free online quiz where you can find your own style: https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=google-search&utm_medium=cpc-lead&utm_campaign=18002521897&utm_term=&gc_id=18002521897&h_ad_id=669729918143&utm_content=personal%20development%20school&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA35urBhDCARIsAOU7Qwnf69T3l6RU6CrHOh_xA_inad1keG_8RB-RPmQiKeN6DCim6VOEbs8aAss8EALw_wcB Subscribe, Like, Share and Review our podcast. Don’t miss out on our Instagram Christmas Giveaway be sure to enter and follow our kind sponsors! Let us know what you think! Goals for 2023:  -100 ️️️️️ Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts   -500 Followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!  #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #attachmentstyles #anxiousattachment #avoidantattachment #secureattachment #attachmenttheory   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There has been increasing attention paid recently to Attachment Theory, which came from research by John Bowlby (1951), and Mary Ainsworth (1967) and has been confirmed and expanded over the intervening decades. 


Attachment Theory described the psychological connection between humans, that is based in the connection between babies and their primary caregiver- typically their mother. 


According to the theory, early patterns of behaviour establish fundamental feelings of safety and security that play out for the rest of our lives- most recognisably in our adult romantic relationships. 


Join your hosts as they discuss Attachment Theory, and how they have experienced it in their lives. Learn about the four attachment styles, and hear methods to progress towards Secure Attachment, even if early experiences set the groundwork for a different style to naturally manifest. 


Melon and Mike refer to a free online quiz where you can find your own style:



https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/?utm_source=google-search&utm_medium=cpc-lead&utm_campaign=18002521897&utm_term=&gc_id=18002521897&h_ad_id=669729918143&utm_content=personal%20development%20school&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA35urBhDCARIsAOU7Qwnf69T3l6RU6CrHOh_xA_inad1keG_8RB-RPmQiKeN6DCim6VOEbs8aAss8EALw_wcB


Subscribe, Like, Share and Review our podcast. Don’t miss out on our Instagram Christmas Giveaway be sure to enter and follow our kind sponsors!



Let us know what you think!

Goals for 2023:

 -100 ️️️️️ Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

 -500 Followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #attachmentstyles #anxiousattachment #avoidantattachment

#secureattachment #attachmenttheory  



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]]> 3554 PBC, Ep: 066 - We all have “Crutches” https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, Mike and Melon return after a few days behind our regular release schedule. As we always share, nobody gets a pass in life and all that it has for us.  Recently, the McFadden family lost a patriarch in the family. A father. Melon shares the struggles of dealing with death and how his family has processed the loss in order to discover lessons, deeper meaning, and reforged relationships. Mike on the other hand is also no stranger to hardship. He opens up about his recent struggles of faith, hope, purpose, and direction & discusses how some time at the park, some reading, strong emotions, and an undeniable experience at Church changed him completely. These experiences can be called “crutches” as we can and will have the decision hang on to them as we “walk” through life….or choose to toss them away and not let them define us. We must remember we are not our crutches. They are just what we experience for a little while as we continue on the trail to get to where we ultimately want to be.  Do you have “crutches?” Do they impede your way forward? Are you tired of having them around to “walk” through life?  Let us know what you think! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #crutches  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:15:36 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, Mike and Melon return after a few days behind our regular release schedule. As we always share, nobody gets a pass in life and all that it has for us.  Recently, the McFadden family lost a patriarch in the family. A father. Melon shares the struggles of dealing with death and how his family has processed the loss in order to discover lessons, deeper meaning, and reforged relationships. Mike on the other hand is also no stranger to hardship. He opens up about his recent struggles of faith, hope, purpose, and direction & discusses how some time at the park, some reading, strong emotions, and an undeniable experience at Church changed him completely. These experiences can be called “crutches” as we can and will have the decision hang on to them as we “walk” through life….or choose to toss them away and not let them define us. We must remember we are not our crutches. They are just what we experience for a little while as we continue on the trail to get to where we ultimately want to be.  Do you have “crutches?” Do they impede your way forward? Are you tired of having them around to “walk” through life?  Let us know what you think! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #crutches  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, Mike and Melon return after a few days behind our regular release schedule. As we always share, nobody gets a pass in life and all that it has for us. 


Recently, the McFadden family lost a patriarch in the family. A father. Melon shares the struggles of dealing with death and how his family has processed the loss in order to discover lessons, deeper meaning, and reforged relationships.


Mike on the other hand is also no stranger to hardship. He opens up about his recent struggles of faith, hope, purpose, and direction & discusses how some time at the park, some reading, strong emotions, and an undeniable experience at Church changed him completely.


These experiences can be called “crutches” as we can and will have the decision hang on to them as we “walk” through life….or choose to toss them away and not let them define us. We must remember we are not our crutches. They are just what we experience for a little while as we continue on the trail to get to where we ultimately want to be. 


Do you have “crutches?” Do they impede your way forward? Are you tired of having them around to “walk” through life? 


Let us know what you think!


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #crutches 

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]]> 3756 Ep: 065 - November 11- Veteran’s / Remembrance Day https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Each year the western world stops on November 11th at 11am for a period of silent reflection.  Why do we pause? What is it in memory of? On this day, at that time, the guns fell silent in 1918, signalling the end of World War 1.  The next year, the first service was held in memory of the fallen who had sacrificed so much- it was initially called Armistice Day. Over the years, it became a day to remember the sacrifices not just from WW1, but from all wars.  Since the start of WW1, over 31 million service personnel have given their lives.  Join your hosts in this episode as they reflect on what this day means for them, and some of what these sacrifices have been in aid of.  At this time, take the time to reach out into your network- you never know how much it can mean to have a friend or loved one communicate during what can be a difficult period.   Please subscribe and share this episode.  Lest we forget  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 10 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Each year the western world stops on November 11th at 11am for a period of silent reflection.  Why do we pause? What is it in memory of? On this day, at that time, the guns fell silent in 1918, signalling the end of World War 1.  The next year, the first service was held in memory of the fallen who had sacrificed so much- it was initially called Armistice Day. Over the years, it became a day to remember the sacrifices not just from WW1, but from all wars.  Since the start of WW1, over 31 million service personnel have given their lives.  Join your hosts in this episode as they reflect on what this day means for them, and some of what these sacrifices have been in aid of.  At this time, take the time to reach out into your network- you never know how much it can mean to have a friend or loved one communicate during what can be a difficult period.   Please subscribe and share this episode.  Lest we forget  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Each year the western world stops on November 11th at 11am for a period of silent reflection. 


Why do we pause?

What is it in memory of?


On this day, at that time, the guns fell silent in 1918, signalling the end of World War 1. 


The next year, the first service was held in memory of the fallen who had sacrificed so much- it was initially called Armistice Day. Over the years, it became a day to remember the sacrifices not just from WW1, but from all wars. 


Since the start of WW1, over 31 million service personnel have given their lives. 


Join your hosts in this episode as they reflect on what this day means for them, and some of what these sacrifices have been in aid of. 


At this time, take the time to reach out into your network- you never know how much it can mean to have a friend or loved one communicate during what can be a difficult period.  


Please subscribe and share this episode. 


Lest we forget 

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]]> 4563 Ep: 064 - Practical ways to Improve by 1% Each Day https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ "It is the responsibility to work intelligently with what is given and not waste time fantasizing about a perfect world of people and choices” -Marcus Aurelius  This week Mike and Melon discuss more of their current challenges and how they have adapted an improve by 1% a day mindset. It’s very easy to get lost in the daily grind or the anxiousness of another day, so what are some things we can do to set the tone of our improvement? We will cover and discuss such topics as: Mental awareness/strengthening -Physical awareness/ strengthening  -Emotional balance and processing -Establish realistic goals -Avoiding self pity -Have an “improve by 1% daily” attitude  -Focus on others who are struggling or are worse off. This is all easier said than done, but what we want to emphasize is that it is important to not do this process alone. Having a trusting in dependable circle to support you or to learn from is vital.  Time never stops. Life doesn’t stop. No matter where we are or what we are dealing with, this is OUR life. The world doesn’t stop for us. It is not always about YOU. But, we can decide to take action and choose to be a positive chapter in this book we live in instead of being the chapter nobody wants to read about. It’s all up to us. We are also excited to announce an upcoming Christmas giveaway for our listeners! Just a few things to help out those who maybe need some assistance this year! More to follow! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!  #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 24 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group "It is the responsibility to work intelligently with what is given and not waste time fantasizing about a perfect world of people and choices” -Marcus Aurelius  This week Mike and Melon discuss more of their current challenges and how they have adapted an improve by 1% a day mindset. It’s very easy to get lost in the daily grind or the anxiousness of another day, so what are some things we can do to set the tone of our improvement? We will cover and discuss such topics as: Mental awareness/strengthening -Physical awareness/ strengthening  -Emotional balance and processing -Establish realistic goals -Avoiding self pity -Have an “improve by 1% daily” attitude  -Focus on others who are struggling or are worse off. This is all easier said than done, but what we want to emphasize is that it is important to not do this process alone. Having a trusting in dependable circle to support you or to learn from is vital.  Time never stops. Life doesn’t stop. No matter where we are or what we are dealing with, this is OUR life. The world doesn’t stop for us. It is not always about YOU. But, we can decide to take action and choose to be a positive chapter in this book we live in instead of being the chapter nobody wants to read about. It’s all up to us. We are also excited to announce an upcoming Christmas giveaway for our listeners! Just a few things to help out those who maybe need some assistance this year! More to follow! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!  #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "It is the responsibility to work intelligently with what is given and not waste time fantasizing about a perfect world of people and choices” -Marcus Aurelius 


This week Mike and Melon discuss more of their current challenges and how they have adapted an improve by 1% a day mindset. It’s very easy to get lost in the daily grind or the anxiousness of another day, so what are some things we can do to set the tone of our improvement?

We will cover and discuss such topics as:

Mental awareness/strengthening

-Physical awareness/ strengthening 

-Emotional balance and processing

-Establish realistic goals

-Avoiding self pity

-Have an “improve by 1% daily” attitude 

-Focus on others who are struggling or are worse off.


This is all easier said than done, but what we want to emphasize is that it is important to not do this process alone. Having a trusting in dependable circle to support you or to learn from is vital. 

Time never stops. Life doesn’t stop. No matter where we are or what we are dealing with, this is OUR life. The world doesn’t stop for us. It is not always about YOU. But, we can decide to take action and choose to be a positive chapter in this book we live in instead of being the chapter nobody wants to read about. It’s all up to us.

We are also excited to announce an upcoming Christmas giveaway for our listeners! Just a few things to help out those who maybe need some assistance this year! More to follow!

Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis

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]]> 3454 Ep: 063 - Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ All of us will be dealt difficult hands. All of us will have times when we feel pain.  Do we all have to suffer? Is pain the same thing as suffering? Mike and Melon get together and cover the difficult topic of distinguishing pain from suffering. What is “pain”?  What is “suffering”? Mike and Melon contend that pain is the unpleasant experiences or sensations. These are an inevitable part of being alive. Suffering, on the other hand, is distinguished as the reaction or response to the experience. Do we always have to suffer when we go through unpleasant experinces?  In this episode, you will hear a discussion covering both Mike and Melon’s recent physical setback of major injuries, plus previous family encounters with serious life threatening illnesses. Come and join the conversation- we know you have also had hard times and difficult experiences. Hear how your hosts have worked to transform these painful times. Hopefully you are able to apply these same principles in your own life. Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #sufferingisoptional #transformpain  #recover  #transformation   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:03:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group All of us will be dealt difficult hands. All of us will have times when we feel pain.  Do we all have to suffer? Is pain the same thing as suffering? Mike and Melon get together and cover the difficult topic of distinguishing pain from suffering. What is “pain”?  What is “suffering”? Mike and Melon contend that pain is the unpleasant experiences or sensations. These are an inevitable part of being alive. Suffering, on the other hand, is distinguished as the reaction or response to the experience. Do we always have to suffer when we go through unpleasant experinces?  In this episode, you will hear a discussion covering both Mike and Melon’s recent physical setback of major injuries, plus previous family encounters with serious life threatening illnesses. Come and join the conversation- we know you have also had hard times and difficult experiences. Hear how your hosts have worked to transform these painful times. Hopefully you are able to apply these same principles in your own life. Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #sufferingisoptional #transformpain  #recover  #transformation   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices All of us will be dealt difficult hands. All of us will have times when we feel pain. 


Do we all have to suffer? Is pain the same thing as suffering?


Mike and Melon get together and cover the difficult topic of distinguishing pain from suffering.


What is “pain”? 


What is “suffering”?


Mike and Melon contend that pain is the unpleasant experiences or sensations. These are an inevitable part of being alive. Suffering, on the other hand, is distinguished as the reaction or response to the experience.


Do we always have to suffer when we go through unpleasant experinces? 


In this episode, you will hear a discussion covering both Mike and Melon’s recent physical setback of major injuries, plus previous family encounters with serious life threatening illnesses.


Come and join the conversation- we know you have also had hard times and difficult experiences. Hear how your hosts have worked to transform these painful times. Hopefully you are able to apply these same principles in your own life.


Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media!


Goals for 2023:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #sufferingisoptional #transformpain  #recover  #transformation

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com

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]]> 4049 Ep; 062 - Drugs, Alcohol, Sex, Nothing. https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ "Your hardest times often lead to the greatest moments of your life. Keep going. Tough situations build strong people in the end." -Roy T. Bennett In life, we have the ability and power to choose the outcomes of very little. What we wear, how we speak, and how we react to situations. Not much more. How do we know what to choose? Who are we supposed to be? What does a “good” person do? For the first time, we welcome this weeks guest Wayne Minnicks. A long time friend of Mike’s. Listen in as he shares his raw story of his previous decade long struggle with drugs, alcohol, and sex addiction. -What drove him to choose these ways? -How/why did he do it for so long? -When did it click that he desired to change? -What actions were taken to get help and change? This episode is very raw, real, and upfront about the darkness that addiction can bring, but also very much filled with truth, ownership, hope, and faith. We appreciate our guest for his testimony and his new purpose to create a 365 day devotional book on recovery to help others who are lost in the darkness of disease and pain. Like to reach out to Wayne? Have questions? Let us know and we’d be happy to connect you! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Recovery #Addiction  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 06 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group "Your hardest times often lead to the greatest moments of your life. Keep going. Tough situations build strong people in the end." -Roy T. Bennett In life, we have the ability and power to choose the outcomes of very little. What we wear, how we speak, and how we react to situations. Not much more. How do we know what to choose? Who are we supposed to be? What does a “good” person do? For the first time, we welcome this weeks guest Wayne Minnicks. A long time friend of Mike’s. Listen in as he shares his raw story of his previous decade long struggle with drugs, alcohol, and sex addiction. -What drove him to choose these ways? -How/why did he do it for so long? -When did it click that he desired to change? -What actions were taken to get help and change? This episode is very raw, real, and upfront about the darkness that addiction can bring, but also very much filled with truth, ownership, hope, and faith. We appreciate our guest for his testimony and his new purpose to create a 365 day devotional book on recovery to help others who are lost in the darkness of disease and pain. Like to reach out to Wayne? Have questions? Let us know and we’d be happy to connect you! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Recovery #Addiction  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "Your hardest times often lead to the greatest moments of your life. Keep going.

Tough situations build strong people in the end." -Roy T. Bennett


In life, we have the ability and power to choose the outcomes of very little. What we wear, how we speak, and how we react to situations. Not much more. How do we know what to choose? Who are we supposed to be? What does a “good” person do?


For the first time, we welcome this weeks guest Wayne Minnicks. A long time friend of Mike’s. Listen in as he shares his raw story of his previous decade long struggle with drugs, alcohol, and sex addiction.


-What drove him to choose these ways?

-How/why did he do it for so long?

-When did it click that he desired to change?

-What actions were taken to get help and change?


This episode is very raw, real, and upfront about the darkness that addiction can bring, but also very much filled with truth, ownership, hope, and faith. We appreciate our guest for his testimony and his new purpose to create a 365 day devotional book on recovery to help others who are lost in the darkness of disease and pain.


Like to reach out to Wayne? Have questions? Let us know and we’d be happy to connect you!


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandothis #Recovery #Addiction 

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]]> 4876 Ep: 061 - Remaining Positive During Adversity “The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.” -Marcus Aurelius This week we cover a topic that hits close to home to both hosts Mike and Melon. Recently, both have experienced physical setbacks that will effect their every day lives, which, as we all know can take a toll on our positive outlooks for the present and the future. So what do we do when this happens? How can we hold onto positivity? We prepare for the adversity and then we face it as our best version. When adversity shows up at your doorstep, we find ourselves asking “Now what do I do?!” That wave of uncertainty or fear sets in, and it begins to formulate possible outcomes or future’s in our mind that we may not necessarily want, driving ourselves into a state of panic or uncomfortableness.  *A few things that we’ve learned along the way to help combat this, and to try to remain positive during adversity: -Accept your current reality. It may have been not what you planned, but it is happening. -Try not to focus on WHY this happened as much as WHAT you can do going forward. -Remember what you are still in control of, not what you can’t control. -Aim to be in a state of gratefulness, for you may not have lost absolutely everything. How has adversity changed your life for the better? For the worst? What could you do differently next time you face it? Is it some thing you were incapable of doing or just afraid to do? Let us know! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandoth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 22 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group “The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.” -Marcus Aurelius This week we cover a topic that hits close to home to both hosts Mike and Melon. Recently, both have experienced physical setbacks that will effect their every day lives, which, as we all know can take a toll on our positive outlooks for the present and the future. So what do we do when this happens? How can we hold onto positivity? We prepare for the adversity and then we face it as our best version. When adversity shows up at your doorstep, we find ourselves asking “Now what do I do?!” That wave of uncertainty or fear sets in, and it begins to formulate possible outcomes or future’s in our mind that we may not necessarily want, driving ourselves into a state of panic or uncomfortableness.  *A few things that we’ve learned along the way to help combat this, and to try to remain positive during adversity: -Accept your current reality. It may have been not what you planned, but it is happening. -Try not to focus on WHY this happened as much as WHAT you can do going forward. -Remember what you are still in control of, not what you can’t control. -Aim to be in a state of gratefulness, for you may not have lost absolutely everything. How has adversity changed your life for the better? For the worst? What could you do differently next time you face it? Is it some thing you were incapable of doing or just afraid to do? Let us know! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandoth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices “The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.”

-Marcus Aurelius


This week we cover a topic that hits close to home to both hosts Mike and Melon. Recently, both have experienced physical setbacks that will effect their every day lives, which, as we all know can take a toll on our positive outlooks for the present and the future. So what do we do when this happens? How can we hold onto positivity?

We prepare for the adversity and then we face it as our best version.


When adversity shows up at your doorstep, we find ourselves asking “Now what do I do?!” That wave of uncertainty or fear sets in, and it begins to formulate possible outcomes or future’s in our mind that we may not necessarily want, driving ourselves into a state of panic or uncomfortableness. 


*A few things that we’ve learned along the way to help combat this, and to try to remain positive during adversity:


-Accept your current reality. It may have been not what you planned, but it is happening.


-Try not to focus on WHY this happened as much as WHAT you can do going forward.


-Remember what you are still in control of, not what you can’t control.


-Aim to be in a state of gratefulness, for you may not have lost absolutely everything.


How has adversity changed your life for the better? For the worst? What could you do differently next time you face it? Is it some thing you were incapable of doing or just afraid to do? Let us know!


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Adversity #StayPositive #Positivity #Struggle #Youcandoth

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]]> 3533 PBC, Ep: 60 - Trusting Yourself vs Trusting the Majority https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect. -       Mark Twain If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you,     But make allowance for their doubting too… -       Rudyard Kipling “If” There are times when all of us find ourselves in a dilemma, unsure of which option to take. We have our own intuition about the best path forward, but this conflicts with a majority view. How do we proceed when at this crossroads? Do we blindly follow the herd? Do we blindly follow our instincts? Join your hosts as they discuss this thorny topic. How can we develop the discernment and judge correctly when it is correct to follow a widely held belief, and when it is better to follow our own decision? You will hear your hosts discuss how to develop your judgement based on principles and core values; how to listen to your intuition and inner voice; when and where to seek out expert advice. Sometimes the correct path is clear, but having the ability to hold opposing views while researching a position is one we need to develop, because we too are human and prone to error. We may also have made a snap decision, or we may not have all the information needed for a quality decision. How do we know whether our own opinion is reliable? When is it best to listen to others? Is there a way we can recast dilemmas as opportunities for growth? Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #selformajority #trustyourself  #circleofinfluence  #trustyourcircle   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 14 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect. -       Mark Twain If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you,     But make allowance for their doubting too… -       Rudyard Kipling “If” There are times when all of us find ourselves in a dilemma, unsure of which option to take. We have our own intuition about the best path forward, but this conflicts with a majority view. How do we proceed when at this crossroads? Do we blindly follow the herd? Do we blindly follow our instincts? Join your hosts as they discuss this thorny topic. How can we develop the discernment and judge correctly when it is correct to follow a widely held belief, and when it is better to follow our own decision? You will hear your hosts discuss how to develop your judgement based on principles and core values; how to listen to your intuition and inner voice; when and where to seek out expert advice. Sometimes the correct path is clear, but having the ability to hold opposing views while researching a position is one we need to develop, because we too are human and prone to error. We may also have made a snap decision, or we may not have all the information needed for a quality decision. How do we know whether our own opinion is reliable? When is it best to listen to others? Is there a way we can recast dilemmas as opportunities for growth? Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #selformajority #trustyourself  #circleofinfluence  #trustyourcircle   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.

-       Mark Twain


If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you,

    But make allowance for their doubting too…

-       Rudyard Kipling “If”


There are times when all of us find ourselves in a dilemma, unsure of which option to take. We have our own intuition about the best path forward, but this conflicts with a majority view. How do we proceed when at this crossroads?


Do we blindly follow the herd?

Do we blindly follow our instincts?


Join your hosts as they discuss this thorny topic. How can we develop the discernment and judge correctly when it is correct to follow a widely held belief, and when it is better to follow our own decision?


You will hear your hosts discuss how to develop your judgement based on principles and core values; how to listen to your intuition and inner voice; when and where to seek out expert advice.


Sometimes the correct path is clear, but having the ability to hold opposing views while researching a position is one we need to develop, because we too are human and prone to error. We may also have made a snap decision, or we may not have all the information needed for a quality decision.


How do we know whether our own opinion is reliable?

When is it best to listen to others?


Is there a way we can recast dilemmas as opportunities for growth?


Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media!


Goals for 2023:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #selformajority #trustyourself  #circleofinfluence  #trustyourcircle

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players:

https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ

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]]> 3702 PBC, Ep: 059 - What are you waiting for? https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Is today the perfect time? How about next week? Next year? How about we just say “one day?” That will cover it! The real question is: When are you going to choose to celebrate and be happy? This week, Melon and Mike are joined by longtime friend and guest, Simon, who is a former Australian military soldier, who also lives a life of traveling and exceptional challenges. Listen in as the three discuss personal stories on the struggle of making time to celebrate achievements, milestones, or the general “just good days.” Life, work, family, etc. is hard enough. Why do we usually find excuses or set future dates on the calendar where we will allow ourselves to be happy or celebrate certain things? Why not now? Practicing a life of gratefulness and understanding that our greatest resource is our time, and how we spend it. Every day we wake up is a day to be grateful and celebrate something right?   We would love to hear your thoughts! Mike’s Challenge: 1.) What or who can you celebrate right now? 2.) If you could envision a celebration for it, what would it look like? 3.) When is the best available time to do it? Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Makingopportunities #Maketime #Celebrate #Behappy #whynotnow #dontwastetime #todayisagoodday  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:37:06 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Is today the perfect time? How about next week? Next year? How about we just say “one day?” That will cover it! The real question is: When are you going to choose to celebrate and be happy? This week, Melon and Mike are joined by longtime friend and guest, Simon, who is a former Australian military soldier, who also lives a life of traveling and exceptional challenges. Listen in as the three discuss personal stories on the struggle of making time to celebrate achievements, milestones, or the general “just good days.” Life, work, family, etc. is hard enough. Why do we usually find excuses or set future dates on the calendar where we will allow ourselves to be happy or celebrate certain things? Why not now? Practicing a life of gratefulness and understanding that our greatest resource is our time, and how we spend it. Every day we wake up is a day to be grateful and celebrate something right?   We would love to hear your thoughts! Mike’s Challenge: 1.) What or who can you celebrate right now? 2.) If you could envision a celebration for it, what would it look like? 3.) When is the best available time to do it? Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Makingopportunities #Maketime #Celebrate #Behappy #whynotnow #dontwastetime #todayisagoodday  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Is today the perfect time? How about next week? Next year? How about we just say “one day?” That will cover it!


The real question is: When are you going to choose to celebrate and be happy?


This week, Melon and Mike are joined by longtime friend and guest, Simon, who is a former Australian military soldier, who also lives a life of traveling and exceptional challenges. Listen in as the three discuss personal stories on the struggle of making time to celebrate achievements, milestones, or the general “just good days.”


Life, work, family, etc. is hard enough. Why do we usually find excuses or set future dates on the calendar where we will allow ourselves to be happy or celebrate certain things? Why not now? Practicing a life of gratefulness and understanding that our greatest resource is our time, and how we spend it. Every day we wake up is a day to be grateful and celebrate something right?  

We would love to hear your thoughts!



Mike’s Challenge:


1.) What or who can you celebrate right now?


2.) If you could envision a celebration for it, what would it look like?


3.) When is the best available time to do it?



Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Makingopportunities #Maketime #Celebrate #Behappy #whynotnow #dontwastetime #todayisagoodday 

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]]> 2960 PBC, Ep: 058 - Yes, Back to the Basics! https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Are you perfect? Are you the best or you done learning? Are you satisfied? These are the questions we should reflect on as we move through life. Mastery of anything can be considered a temporary view. Life is never at a standstill. Everything is constantly evolving and we would be false to believe that accomplishing  something once would be enough for the future as well. This week, Melon and Mike return to the basics. They both share their own experiences from both past and present and describe why it is important to return to the basics periodically in all aspects of our professional lives, to emotional connections, our physical & mental health, and also spiritual relationships. Back to Basics: 1.) Clarity of Concepts 2.) Humility and Openness  3.) Recommit to Mastery 4.) Adaptation to Change 5.) Take responsibility for your own actions & failures Mike’s Challenge: 1.) How can you be a better ________? 2.)What defines being a good ________? 3.)Where did you get this info at? (Is it the right place/person?) Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Makingopportunities #Family #Familyfirst #Familyvscareer #Balance #Priorities  #Basics #Backtothebasics  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 26 Aug 2023 17:48:34 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Are you perfect? Are you the best or you done learning? Are you satisfied? These are the questions we should reflect on as we move through life. Mastery of anything can be considered a temporary view. Life is never at a standstill. Everything is constantly evolving and we would be false to believe that accomplishing  something once would be enough for the future as well. This week, Melon and Mike return to the basics. They both share their own experiences from both past and present and describe why it is important to return to the basics periodically in all aspects of our professional lives, to emotional connections, our physical & mental health, and also spiritual relationships. Back to Basics: 1.) Clarity of Concepts 2.) Humility and Openness  3.) Recommit to Mastery 4.) Adaptation to Change 5.) Take responsibility for your own actions & failures Mike’s Challenge: 1.) How can you be a better ________? 2.)What defines being a good ________? 3.)Where did you get this info at? (Is it the right place/person?) Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Makingopportunities #Family #Familyfirst #Familyvscareer #Balance #Priorities  #Basics #Backtothebasics  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Are you perfect? Are you the best or you done learning? Are you satisfied? These are the questions we should reflect on as we move through life.


Mastery of anything can be considered a temporary view. Life is never at a standstill. Everything is constantly evolving and we would be false to believe that accomplishing  something once would be enough for the future as well.


This week, Melon and Mike return to the basics. They both share their own experiences from both past and present and describe why it is important to return to the basics periodically in all aspects of our professional lives, to emotional connections, our physical & mental health, and also spiritual relationships.


Back to Basics:

1.) Clarity of Concepts

2.) Humility and Openness 

3.) Recommit to Mastery

4.) Adaptation to Change

5.) Take responsibility for your own actions & failures


Mike’s Challenge:

1.) How can you be a better ________?

2.)What defines being a good ________?

3.)Where did you get this info at? (Is it the right place/person?)



Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

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#Basics #Backtothebasics 

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]]> 3550 PBC, Ep: 057 - Playing the cards you are dealt vs the cards you wanted https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ We all have plans in life. Hopes and dreams for our lives and our future. At times, though, all of us will be dealt out a different set of cards than what we were hoping for. Worse than we were expecting. Worse than we deserve. What do we do, what CAN we do then? Your hosts maintain that focusing on the area of life that is under our control is the only strategy that will work long term when the chips are down and life serves up one of those difficult hands of cards. Mike shares a story from his current Special Forces training- where things inevitably were harder and more miserable than planned, and yet he and his team were able to stick it out to achieve the objective. You will also hear the story of the birth of Melon’s super premature daughter, Annie. By rights she never should have survived the delivery, but by focusing on research and understanding the situation, Melon was able to shift the outcome right at the critical stage. Mike’s mum wrote him a poem back when he was 1 year old, and he recently found it behind an old photo- you can hear him share it with Melon for the first time. She was having a hard time and found solace by being in the moment with her new baby boy. By focusing on the present moment, and the area of life we can influence, we can maximise our effectiveness and minimise our suffering, to the maximum extent possible. Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #dealingwithlife #callyourmother  #circleofinfluence  #thistooshallpass   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 14 Aug 2023 19:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group We all have plans in life. Hopes and dreams for our lives and our future. At times, though, all of us will be dealt out a different set of cards than what we were hoping for. Worse than we were expecting. Worse than we deserve. What do we do, what CAN we do then? Your hosts maintain that focusing on the area of life that is under our control is the only strategy that will work long term when the chips are down and life serves up one of those difficult hands of cards. Mike shares a story from his current Special Forces training- where things inevitably were harder and more miserable than planned, and yet he and his team were able to stick it out to achieve the objective. You will also hear the story of the birth of Melon’s super premature daughter, Annie. By rights she never should have survived the delivery, but by focusing on research and understanding the situation, Melon was able to shift the outcome right at the critical stage. Mike’s mum wrote him a poem back when he was 1 year old, and he recently found it behind an old photo- you can hear him share it with Melon for the first time. She was having a hard time and found solace by being in the moment with her new baby boy. By focusing on the present moment, and the area of life we can influence, we can maximise our effectiveness and minimise our suffering, to the maximum extent possible. Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #dealingwithlife #callyourmother  #circleofinfluence  #thistooshallpass   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We all have plans in life. Hopes and dreams for our lives and our future. At times, though, all of us will be dealt out a different set of cards than what we were hoping for. Worse than we were expecting. Worse than we deserve.


What do we do, what CAN we do then?


Your hosts maintain that focusing on the area of life that is under our control is the only strategy that will work long term when the chips are down and life serves up one of those difficult hands of cards.


Mike shares a story from his current Special Forces training- where things inevitably were harder and more miserable than planned, and yet he and his team were able to stick it out to achieve the objective.


You will also hear the story of the birth of Melon’s super premature daughter, Annie. By rights she never should have survived the delivery, but by focusing on research and understanding the situation, Melon was able to shift the outcome right at the critical stage.


Mike’s mum wrote him a poem back when he was 1 year old, and he recently found it behind an old photo- you can hear him share it with Melon for the first time. She was having a hard time and found solace by being in the moment with her new baby boy.


By focusing on the present moment, and the area of life we can influence, we can maximise our effectiveness and minimise our suffering, to the maximum extent possible.


Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media!


Goals for 2023:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #dealingwithlife #callyourmother  #circleofinfluence  #thistooshallpass

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players:

https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ

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]]> 3866 PBC: 056 - The Real Commitment to Family and Career https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ “Family is not an important thing. It’s everything.” -Michael J. Fox This is probably one of the biggest debates within today’s society.  How do we balance our commitments to both our family and our career? Do we solely focus on the family and not obtain all the resources required through work? Do we focus on our careers so that our families can be supported with resources? Are we being selfish? Are we being selfless? So many questions. This week, Mike and Melon are joined by their great mate, Simon, who is also former Australian military. Listen in as they openly and honestly discuss the questions above. These three men have chosen a life of service for the greater good but found themselves struggling at key points when it came to balancing family and their partners at home.  They share failures as men, partners, and fathers, but also share their lessons learned as they have taken the time to process those failures, and have the required conversations with their families to get to where they needed to be in a state of balance. Do you struggle with your balance of family and work? How have you failed? How have you succeeded? What advice would you give to others if you were asked how to do this?  We are all trying to figure out the best way forward. Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Makingopportunities #Family #Familyfirst #Familyvscareer #Balance #Priorities  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 03 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group “Family is not an important thing. It’s everything.” -Michael J. Fox This is probably one of the biggest debates within today’s society.  How do we balance our commitments to both our family and our career? Do we solely focus on the family and not obtain all the resources required through work? Do we focus on our careers so that our families can be supported with resources? Are we being selfish? Are we being selfless? So many questions. This week, Mike and Melon are joined by their great mate, Simon, who is also former Australian military. Listen in as they openly and honestly discuss the questions above. These three men have chosen a life of service for the greater good but found themselves struggling at key points when it came to balancing family and their partners at home.  They share failures as men, partners, and fathers, but also share their lessons learned as they have taken the time to process those failures, and have the required conversations with their families to get to where they needed to be in a state of balance. Do you struggle with your balance of family and work? How have you failed? How have you succeeded? What advice would you give to others if you were asked how to do this?  We are all trying to figure out the best way forward. Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Makingopportunities #Family #Familyfirst #Familyvscareer #Balance #Priorities  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices “Family is not an important thing. It’s everything.” -Michael J. Fox


This is probably one of the biggest debates within today’s society. 


How do we balance our commitments to both our family and our career? Do we solely focus on the family and not obtain all the resources required through work? Do we focus on our careers so that our families can be supported with resources? Are we being selfish? Are we being selfless? So many questions.


This week, Mike and Melon are joined by their great mate, Simon, who is also former Australian military. Listen in as they openly and honestly discuss the questions above. These three men have chosen a life of service for the greater good but found themselves struggling at key points when it came to balancing family and their partners at home. 


They share failures as men, partners, and fathers, but also share their lessons learned as they have taken the time to process those failures, and have the required conversations with their families to get to where they needed to be in a state of balance.


Do you struggle with your balance of family and work? How have you failed? How have you succeeded? What advice would you give to others if you were asked how to do this? 


We are all trying to figure out the best way forward.


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Makingopportunities #Family #Familyfirst #Familyvscareer #Balance #Priorities 

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]]> 3668 PBC, EP: 055 - What makes you happy? https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week your hosts are joined by Cherie McFadden for an upbeat and positive conversation around happiness. What is it that makes you truly happy? Mike opens with a favourite quote- “Your best ability is availability”, from the famous NFL coach Bill Parcells. If you aren’t participating, you aren’t contributing- in your own life and with your loved ones. He shares feedback he received last year from a Korean War Veteran, William. William said that God must really love Mike, as he has given him so many challenges and hard times early in his life- so that he can have a beautiful life later. This theme of hard times leading to character development and gratitude has been present over the last several conversations, and is echoed again here. What does make you truly happy? It bears thinking about deeply. We can spend money, energy and our most precious resource- time- pursuing things that in the end will not contribute to our happiness. You will hear the three people in this conversation as they open up on the things that make them genuinely happy- and it is not the pursuit of anything beyond reach for any of us. Essential elements for all three hosts centered on gratitude for the good things they already have, and most of all, for time with people they love. Listen to the end to catch Mike’s Challenge, and make sure you let us know how you go completing it! Please subscribe and share our podcast. Let us know what you think with a review. We read all the feedback and love suggestions for topics you’d like explored. Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts   -500 Followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG  #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo   #ExpressYourEmotions #InnerPeaceJourney #Happy #StayCalmStayStrong #happiness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 27 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week your hosts are joined by Cherie McFadden for an upbeat and positive conversation around happiness. What is it that makes you truly happy? Mike opens with a favourite quote- “Your best ability is availability”, from the famous NFL coach Bill Parcells. If you aren’t participating, you aren’t contributing- in your own life and with your loved ones. He shares feedback he received last year from a Korean War Veteran, William. William said that God must really love Mike, as he has given him so many challenges and hard times early in his life- so that he can have a beautiful life later. This theme of hard times leading to character development and gratitude has been present over the last several conversations, and is echoed again here. What does make you truly happy? It bears thinking about deeply. We can spend money, energy and our most precious resource- time- pursuing things that in the end will not contribute to our happiness. You will hear the three people in this conversation as they open up on the things that make them genuinely happy- and it is not the pursuit of anything beyond reach for any of us. Essential elements for all three hosts centered on gratitude for the good things they already have, and most of all, for time with people they love. Listen to the end to catch Mike’s Challenge, and make sure you let us know how you go completing it! Please subscribe and share our podcast. Let us know what you think with a review. We read all the feedback and love suggestions for topics you’d like explored. Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts   -500 Followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG  #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo   #ExpressYourEmotions #InnerPeaceJourney #Happy #StayCalmStayStrong #happiness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week your hosts are joined by Cherie McFadden for an upbeat and positive conversation around happiness. What is it that makes you truly happy?

Mike opens with a favourite quote- “Your best ability is availability”, from the famous NFL coach Bill Parcells. If you aren’t participating, you aren’t contributing- in your own life and with your loved ones. He shares feedback he received last year from a Korean War Veteran, William. William said that God must really love Mike, as he has given him so many challenges and hard times early in his life- so that he can have a beautiful life later. This theme of hard times leading to character development and gratitude has been present over the last several conversations, and is echoed again here.

What does make you truly happy?

It bears thinking about deeply. We can spend money, energy and our most precious resource- time- pursuing things that in the end will not contribute to our happiness.

You will hear the three people in this conversation as they open up on the things that make them genuinely happy- and it is not the pursuit of anything beyond reach for any of us.

Essential elements for all three hosts centered on gratitude for the good things they already have, and most of all, for time with people they love.

Listen to the end to catch Mike’s Challenge, and make sure you let us know how you go completing it!

Please subscribe and share our podcast. Let us know what you think with a review. We read all the feedback and love suggestions for topics you’d like explored.


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

 -500 Followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG 

#HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo  

#ExpressYourEmotions #InnerPeaceJourney #Happy #StayCalmStayStrong #happiness

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]]> 3554 PBC, Ep: 054 - How Challenges, Hardship and Struggles can Lead to a Fulfilling Life. “The good is good. The bad is good as well.” How often do we find ourselves in an unplanned challenging situation that induces feelings such as pain, fear, and anxiety that slides us into a downward spiral that seems unrecoverable?  This week, Mike & Melon address the less than popular topic that challenges, hardship, and struggles are actually essential in the pursuit of a meaningful and fulfilled life. Lets face it, nobody wants to admit that someone or something that caused a massive setback actually helped you become the current version of ourselves. Giving credit to the one who cast the stone? Not the best option, right? Or is it? The guys open up and share some of their own life experiences such as Melon having a prematurely born daughter, to dealing with his wife’s cancer, and his own setbacks in losing his father at a young age. Mike shares his own list of his most massive hardships with the death of his father, losing teammates, emotional breakdowns, facing death, divorce, and heartbreak; highlighting his first initial feelings with each & followed by the results of positive lessons & opportunities. How do you view failures, setbacks, and hardship in your life? Can you focus on the negative & the positive? Do you truly believe that everything that has happened up until this point has made you who you are now?  Grab pen and paper and get ready to write your own list! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Challenges #Trusttheprocess #Personaldevelopment #hardship #Makingopportunities  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 13 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group “The good is good. The bad is good as well.” How often do we find ourselves in an unplanned challenging situation that induces feelings such as pain, fear, and anxiety that slides us into a downward spiral that seems unrecoverable?  This week, Mike & Melon address the less than popular topic that challenges, hardship, and struggles are actually essential in the pursuit of a meaningful and fulfilled life. Lets face it, nobody wants to admit that someone or something that caused a massive setback actually helped you become the current version of ourselves. Giving credit to the one who cast the stone? Not the best option, right? Or is it? The guys open up and share some of their own life experiences such as Melon having a prematurely born daughter, to dealing with his wife’s cancer, and his own setbacks in losing his father at a young age. Mike shares his own list of his most massive hardships with the death of his father, losing teammates, emotional breakdowns, facing death, divorce, and heartbreak; highlighting his first initial feelings with each & followed by the results of positive lessons & opportunities. How do you view failures, setbacks, and hardship in your life? Can you focus on the negative & the positive? Do you truly believe that everything that has happened up until this point has made you who you are now?  Grab pen and paper and get ready to write your own list! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Challenges #Trusttheprocess #Personaldevelopment #hardship #Makingopportunities  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices “The good is good. The bad is good as well.”


How often do we find ourselves in an unplanned challenging situation that induces feelings such as pain, fear, and anxiety that slides us into a downward spiral that seems unrecoverable? 


This week, Mike & Melon address the less than popular topic that challenges, hardship, and struggles are actually essential in the pursuit of a meaningful and fulfilled life. Lets face it, nobody wants to admit that someone or something that caused a massive setback actually helped you become the current version of ourselves. Giving credit to the one who cast the stone? Not the best option, right? Or is it?


The guys open up and share some of their own life experiences such as Melon having a prematurely born daughter, to dealing with his wife’s cancer, and his own setbacks in losing his father at a young age. Mike shares his own list of his most massive hardships with the death of his father, losing teammates, emotional breakdowns, facing death, divorce, and heartbreak; highlighting his first initial feelings with each & followed by the results of positive lessons & opportunities.


How do you view failures, setbacks, and hardship in your life? Can you focus on the negative & the positive? Do you truly believe that everything that has happened up until this point has made you who you are now? 


Grab pen and paper and get ready to write your own list!


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Challenges #Trusttheprocess #Personaldevelopment #hardship #Makingopportunities 

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]]> 3895 Ep: 053 - A Guide for Controlling Your Emotions https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Join Melon, Mike, and Raf as they discuss the methods and steps they take individually to control their negative emotions from derailing them. The trio unanimously agree that feelings, even bad ones, shouldn’t be repressed, but expressed.  More importantly, they should be regulated. We’re all too familiar with those moments that negative emotions take us hostage and make a potentially bad situation, almost catastrophic.    Mike offers that we should always attempt to be the calmest person in the room, especially in the face of adversity. He uses the “pausing technique” before he wants to reply with an immediate emotionally charged response. Melon similarly highlights the power in clarifying the emotion so that your partner can better understand. In doing so, it will empower you to learn the lesson from what you’re feeling, rather than allowing the undesired behavior to arise.  Finally, Raf talks about the importance of understanding how to control your physiology and trying to “get ahead of it”. Everyone has their own unique way, his is usually deep breathing and working out.  How do you control and navigate around negative emotions that can overwhelm you? Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts   -500 Followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG  #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo  #CalmInTheStorm #ExpressYourEmotions #InnerPeaceJourney #EmotionalResilience #FindingBalanceWithin #MindfulExpression #StayCalmStayStrong #EmotionalWellbeing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 Jun 2023 11:55:09 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Join Melon, Mike, and Raf as they discuss the methods and steps they take individually to control their negative emotions from derailing them. The trio unanimously agree that feelings, even bad ones, shouldn’t be repressed, but expressed.  More importantly, they should be regulated. We’re all too familiar with those moments that negative emotions take us hostage and make a potentially bad situation, almost catastrophic.    Mike offers that we should always attempt to be the calmest person in the room, especially in the face of adversity. He uses the “pausing technique” before he wants to reply with an immediate emotionally charged response. Melon similarly highlights the power in clarifying the emotion so that your partner can better understand. In doing so, it will empower you to learn the lesson from what you’re feeling, rather than allowing the undesired behavior to arise.  Finally, Raf talks about the importance of understanding how to control your physiology and trying to “get ahead of it”. Everyone has their own unique way, his is usually deep breathing and working out.  How do you control and navigate around negative emotions that can overwhelm you? Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts   -500 Followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG  #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo  #CalmInTheStorm #ExpressYourEmotions #InnerPeaceJourney #EmotionalResilience #FindingBalanceWithin #MindfulExpression #StayCalmStayStrong #EmotionalWellbeing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join Melon, Mike, and Raf as they discuss the methods and steps they take individually to control their negative emotions from derailing them. The trio unanimously agree that feelings, even bad ones, shouldn’t be repressed, but expressed. 

More importantly, they should be regulated. We’re all too familiar with those moments that negative emotions take us hostage and make a potentially bad situation, almost catastrophic. 

 

Mike offers that we should always attempt to be the calmest person in the room, especially in the face of adversity. He uses the “pausing technique” before he wants to reply with an immediate emotionally charged response. Melon similarly highlights the power in clarifying the emotion so that your partner can better understand. In doing so, it will empower you to learn the lesson from what you’re feeling, rather than allowing the undesired behavior to arise. 

Finally, Raf talks about the importance of understanding how to control your physiology and trying to “get ahead of it”. Everyone has their own unique way, his is usually deep breathing and working out. 


How do you control and navigate around negative emotions that can overwhelm you?


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

 -500 Followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG 

#HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo  #CalmInTheStorm

#ExpressYourEmotions #InnerPeaceJourney

#EmotionalResilience #FindingBalanceWithin #MindfulExpression #StayCalmStayStrong #EmotionalWellbeing

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]]> 3875 Ep: 052 - The Circle-Why and how to create meaningful relationships https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ “Sometimes God gives you exactly what you want in order to see if you can handle it.” We all will experience good times and bad times. They are etched into our story of life and we have very little control over them. They can either make us or break us, but we do not have to experience them alone. What we do have control of is who we allow to be a part of our circle and what role they play in it. We decide on the company we ultimately keep or walk away from. These are some of the most important decisions we must make in our lives. This week, Mike and Melon discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy circle of relationships and share some stout examples on how and when they have greatly benefited and overcame both incremental and massive challenges.  They unpack the characteristics of a truly healthy circle of mutual friends, family, and coworkers. Character, empowerment, encouragement, honesty, openness, personal responsibility, integrity, and trust are just a few. How have you overcame challenges within your own circle? Are they dependable? Do they push you to be better? Are they present during victory and failure? Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Circleoffriends #teamwork #dependability #truefriends  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 Jun 2023 20:46:01 -0000 full Heroes Media Group “Sometimes God gives you exactly what you want in order to see if you can handle it.” We all will experience good times and bad times. They are etched into our story of life and we have very little control over them. They can either make us or break us, but we do not have to experience them alone. What we do have control of is who we allow to be a part of our circle and what role they play in it. We decide on the company we ultimately keep or walk away from. These are some of the most important decisions we must make in our lives. This week, Mike and Melon discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy circle of relationships and share some stout examples on how and when they have greatly benefited and overcame both incremental and massive challenges.  They unpack the characteristics of a truly healthy circle of mutual friends, family, and coworkers. Character, empowerment, encouragement, honesty, openness, personal responsibility, integrity, and trust are just a few. How have you overcame challenges within your own circle? Are they dependable? Do they push you to be better? Are they present during victory and failure? Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Circleoffriends #teamwork #dependability #truefriends  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices “Sometimes God gives you exactly what you want in order to see if you can handle it.”


We all will experience good times and bad times. They are etched into our story of life and we have very little control over them. They can either make us or break us, but we do not have to experience them alone.


What we do have control of is who we allow to be a part of our circle and what role they play in it. We decide on the company we ultimately keep or walk away from. These are some of the most important decisions we must make in our lives.


This week, Mike and Melon discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy circle of relationships and share some stout examples on how and when they have greatly benefited and overcame both incremental and massive challenges. 


They unpack the characteristics of a truly healthy circle of mutual friends, family, and coworkers. Character, empowerment, encouragement, honesty, openness, personal responsibility, integrity, and trust are just a few.


How have you overcame challenges within your own circle? Are they dependable? Do they push you to be better? Are they present during victory and failure?


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies#Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #Circleoffriends #teamwork #dependability #truefriends 

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]]> 4004 PBC: 051 - Leadership masterclass & support for mental health https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Mike and Melon kick off an episode building on the June Mental Health Awareness Month theme. Before we get to that topic, you’ll get a leadership masterclass from our own SF Operator, Mike. You’ll hear how he has been growing and developing his team as they work through their training program. The main points covered are: ·      Innovation- how to foster it in complex situations ·      Problem solving- using experience and training to see what needs doing ·      Freedom to manoeuvre- freedom to fail and learn ·      Commander’s intent- clear and simple ·      Culture- the bedrock for group behaviours ·      Integrity- ownership of failures The conversation then moves on to the topic of how family, friends and the community can support individuals dealing with depression and mental health issues. At times all of us will face challenges and headwinds. When we are the ones finding it hard, our friends, family and community all can provide the key support we need. Conversely, all of us will also fall into those roles when people around us have their hard times. Among other aspects, the importance of having a safety net, or building a net is covered, along with an example of the recreation of purpose as demonstrated by veterans Mike encountered.  Let us know how you have dealt with hard times yourself, how you have assisted others, or how you have seen it done effectively. Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #leadership #mentalhealth  #depression  #support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Mike and Melon kick off an episode building on the June Mental Health Awareness Month theme. Before we get to that topic, you’ll get a leadership masterclass from our own SF Operator, Mike. You’ll hear how he has been growing and developing his team as they work through their training program. The main points covered are: ·      Innovation- how to foster it in complex situations ·      Problem solving- using experience and training to see what needs doing ·      Freedom to manoeuvre- freedom to fail and learn ·      Commander’s intent- clear and simple ·      Culture- the bedrock for group behaviours ·      Integrity- ownership of failures The conversation then moves on to the topic of how family, friends and the community can support individuals dealing with depression and mental health issues. At times all of us will face challenges and headwinds. When we are the ones finding it hard, our friends, family and community all can provide the key support we need. Conversely, all of us will also fall into those roles when people around us have their hard times. Among other aspects, the importance of having a safety net, or building a net is covered, along with an example of the recreation of purpose as demonstrated by veterans Mike encountered.  Let us know how you have dealt with hard times yourself, how you have assisted others, or how you have seen it done effectively. Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #leadership #mentalhealth  #depression  #support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mike and Melon kick off an episode building on the June Mental Health Awareness Month theme. Before we get to that topic, you’ll get a leadership masterclass from our own SF Operator, Mike. You’ll hear how he has been growing and developing his team as they work through their training program. The main points covered are:

·      Innovation- how to foster it in complex situations

·      Problem solving- using experience and training to see what needs doing

·      Freedom to manoeuvre- freedom to fail and learn

·      Commander’s intent- clear and simple

·      Culture- the bedrock for group behaviours

·      Integrity- ownership of failures


The conversation then moves on to the topic of how family, friends and the community can support individuals dealing with depression and mental health issues.


At times all of us will face challenges and headwinds. When we are the ones finding it hard, our friends, family and community all can provide the key support we need. Conversely, all of us will also fall into those roles when people around us have their hard times. Among other aspects, the importance of having a safety net, or building a net is covered, along with an example of the recreation of purpose as demonstrated by veterans Mike encountered. 


Let us know how you have dealt with hard times yourself, how you have assisted others, or how you have seen it done effectively.


Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media!


Goals for 2023:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #leadership #mentalhealth  #depression  #support

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]]> 3980 Ep: 050 - Fathering https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Join Melon and Raf as they dive into a topic that is near and dear to their hearts. Fathering. They willing and enthusiastically talk about the challenges of doing the hardest part of parenting, which usually involves just being truly present. They discuss the challenges they faces as fathers in their early stages, understanding the balance of love and discipline, and now seeing the fruits of that labor bloom today. They openly talk about the power and impact parents have on their children not just in the present, but as something that they’ll carry into the future. Raf admits that his biggest challenges are getting the calculus right. Meaning, how to balance the work-home life equation, followed by…how to then create the time that is solely dedicated to impact his son in the best way possible. Melon shares the delicate and beautiful relationship of the stages his kids are in now. In their late teens, he celebrates their autonomy and ultimately know the reward will come in the form of their individual desires to continue to reintegrate themselves, even as young adults, with their parents. Please let us know what challenges and successes you’ve experienced as parents. We’d love to hear them and share them on the show.  Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #fatherhood #FatherSontime #FatherDaughtertime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 08 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Join Melon and Raf as they dive into a topic that is near and dear to their hearts. Fathering. They willing and enthusiastically talk about the challenges of doing the hardest part of parenting, which usually involves just being truly present. They discuss the challenges they faces as fathers in their early stages, understanding the balance of love and discipline, and now seeing the fruits of that labor bloom today. They openly talk about the power and impact parents have on their children not just in the present, but as something that they’ll carry into the future. Raf admits that his biggest challenges are getting the calculus right. Meaning, how to balance the work-home life equation, followed by…how to then create the time that is solely dedicated to impact his son in the best way possible. Melon shares the delicate and beautiful relationship of the stages his kids are in now. In their late teens, he celebrates their autonomy and ultimately know the reward will come in the form of their individual desires to continue to reintegrate themselves, even as young adults, with their parents. Please let us know what challenges and successes you’ve experienced as parents. We’d love to hear them and share them on the show.  Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #fatherhood #FatherSontime #FatherDaughtertime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join Melon and Raf as they dive into a topic that is near and dear to their hearts. Fathering. They willing and enthusiastically talk about the challenges of doing the hardest part of parenting, which usually involves just being truly present. They discuss the challenges they faces as fathers in their early stages, understanding the balance of love and discipline, and now seeing the fruits of that labor bloom today. They openly talk about the power and impact parents have on their children not just in the present, but as something that they’ll carry into the future. Raf admits that his biggest challenges are getting the calculus right. Meaning, how to balance the work-home life equation, followed by…how to then create the time that is solely dedicated to impact his son in the best way possible. Melon shares the delicate and beautiful relationship of the stages his kids are in now. In their late teens, he celebrates their autonomy and ultimately know the reward will come in the form of their individual desires to continue to reintegrate themselves, even as young adults, with their parents. Please let us know what challenges and successes you’ve experienced as parents. We’d love to hear them and share them on the show. 



Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #fatherhood #FatherSontime #FatherDaughtertime

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]]> 3479 Ep: 049 - Thank You for Your Service w/ Special Guest- Skyelor Anderson https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ On a very special episode, Mike welcomes this week’s guest, artist and musician, Skyelor Anderson. Skyelor is a rising country music artist well known for his patriotic song of “Thank you for your service”, but also a hard-working, husband and father that actively pushes back the chaos of his music career and all that life brings.  With Memorial Day on the horizon, Mike and Skyelor discuss his background and journey to the music industry and what events led him to write such a powerful song that has affected millions across the country. They also touch on the harsh realities of being “successful” in the music industry and put to rest the common misperceptions that life must be “perfect.” This is a very honest and real discussion that involves two completely different paths, but as you’ll hear, there are more similarities than one may have believed possible. We are all in this fight together to push back against the chaos and reach our optimal true selves. Happy Memorial Day. May we never forget what was asked, what was given, and what must be done to maintain our freedom and way of life here at home. May God bless those who have lost loved ones and bring them peace. It is a price that can never be repaid but can always be appreciated forever.   Veteran Companies We Love:   Heroes Media Group (HMG) / HMG Beverage HTTPS://www.heroesmediagroup.com   Team ADDO HTTPS://www.teamaddo.org   Operation Once In A Lifetime HTTPS://www.operationonceinalifetime.com Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #MemorialDay #SkyelorAnderson #Thankyouforyourservice #Nashville  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 01 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group On a very special episode, Mike welcomes this week’s guest, artist and musician, Skyelor Anderson. Skyelor is a rising country music artist well known for his patriotic song of “Thank you for your service”, but also a hard-working, husband and father that actively pushes back the chaos of his music career and all that life brings.  With Memorial Day on the horizon, Mike and Skyelor discuss his background and journey to the music industry and what events led him to write such a powerful song that has affected millions across the country. They also touch on the harsh realities of being “successful” in the music industry and put to rest the common misperceptions that life must be “perfect.” This is a very honest and real discussion that involves two completely different paths, but as you’ll hear, there are more similarities than one may have believed possible. We are all in this fight together to push back against the chaos and reach our optimal true selves. Happy Memorial Day. May we never forget what was asked, what was given, and what must be done to maintain our freedom and way of life here at home. May God bless those who have lost loved ones and bring them peace. It is a price that can never be repaid but can always be appreciated forever.   Veteran Companies We Love:   Heroes Media Group (HMG) / HMG Beverage HTTPS://www.heroesmediagroup.com   Team ADDO HTTPS://www.teamaddo.org   Operation Once In A Lifetime HTTPS://www.operationonceinalifetime.com Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #MemorialDay #SkyelorAnderson #Thankyouforyourservice #Nashville  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On a very special episode, Mike welcomes this week’s guest, artist and musician, Skyelor Anderson. Skyelor is a rising country music artist well known for his patriotic song of “Thank you for your service”, but also a hard-working, husband and father that actively pushes back the chaos of his music career and all that life brings. 


With Memorial Day on the horizon, Mike and Skyelor discuss his background and journey to the music industry and what events led him to write such a powerful song that has affected millions across the country. They also touch on the harsh realities of being “successful” in the music industry and put to rest the common misperceptions that life must be “perfect.”


This is a very honest and real discussion that involves two completely different paths, but as you’ll hear, there are more similarities than one may have believed possible. We are all in this fight together to push back against the chaos and reach our optimal true selves.


Happy Memorial Day. May we never forget what was asked, what was given, and what must be done to maintain our freedom and way of life here at home. May God bless those who have lost loved ones and bring them peace. It is a price that can never be repaid but can always be appreciated forever.

 

Veteran Companies We Love:

 

Heroes Media Group (HMG) / HMG Beverage

HTTPS://www.heroesmediagroup.com

 

Team ADDO

HTTPS://www.teamaddo.org

 

Operation Once In A Lifetime

HTTPS://www.operationonceinalifetime.com




Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military#Hobbies #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo #MemorialDay #SkyelorAnderson #Thankyouforyourservice #Nashville 

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]]> 3766 Ep: 048 - Existential Forms of Mental Health https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Join Mike and Raf this week as they continue their discourse on mental health and more importantly, how it plays an existential role in our lives individually, and collectively in the ether of our current culture. They run the gamut in this discussion. They share personal experiences regarding  people close to them, as well as, their own mental health battles and the immediate ripples it had in their lives. More importantly, they discuss the strategies they used individually to get to a better mental space. Raf shares excerpts from a profound reading he’s recently picked up from famed longevity pioneer Dr. Peter Attia, that have helped him understand why so many men continue down the same path, seemingly, unassuming. Mike touches on his own past and present issues, and the immense importance of being open about our experiences so that we can help reframe the idea that seeking mental health therapy is anything but weak. In the contrary, both men agree that it is one of the strongest gestures you can commit. That is, to identify that you’re in a terrible place as a result of some inevitable traumatic event, and moving forward, as difficult as it may seem, to seek help. Simply put, to continue fighting the good fight.  #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #MentalHealth  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Youtube Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 May 2023 12:15:07 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Join Mike and Raf this week as they continue their discourse on mental health and more importantly, how it plays an existential role in our lives individually, and collectively in the ether of our current culture. They run the gamut in this discussion. They share personal experiences regarding  people close to them, as well as, their own mental health battles and the immediate ripples it had in their lives. More importantly, they discuss the strategies they used individually to get to a better mental space. Raf shares excerpts from a profound reading he’s recently picked up from famed longevity pioneer Dr. Peter Attia, that have helped him understand why so many men continue down the same path, seemingly, unassuming. Mike touches on his own past and present issues, and the immense importance of being open about our experiences so that we can help reframe the idea that seeking mental health therapy is anything but weak. In the contrary, both men agree that it is one of the strongest gestures you can commit. That is, to identify that you’re in a terrible place as a result of some inevitable traumatic event, and moving forward, as difficult as it may seem, to seek help. Simply put, to continue fighting the good fight.  #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #MentalHealth  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Youtube Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join Mike and Raf this week as they continue their discourse on mental health and more importantly, how it plays an existential role in our lives individually, and collectively in the ether of our current culture. They run the gamut in this discussion. They share personal experiences regarding  people close to them, as well as, their own mental health battles and the immediate ripples it had in their lives. More importantly, they discuss the strategies they used individually to get to a better mental space. Raf shares excerpts from a profound reading he’s recently picked up from famed longevity pioneer Dr. Peter Attia, that have helped him understand why so many men continue down the same path, seemingly, unassuming. Mike touches on his own past and present issues, and the immense importance of being open about our experiences so that we can help reframe the idea that seeking mental health therapy is anything but weak. In the contrary, both men agree that it is one of the strongest gestures you can commit. That is, to identify that you’re in a terrible place as a result of some inevitable traumatic event, and moving forward, as difficult as it may seem, to seek help. Simply put, to continue fighting the good fight. 


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #MentalHealth 


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 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

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]]> 3764 Ep: 047 - Difficult Decision Making (& Happy Mother’s Day!) https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Join Mike and Melon as they open with a Mother’s Day shout out to all the amazing women who nurture and love us unconditionally. They give us all compassion and care for us when we are down and live their highs when we triumph over challenges. Let us know about the amazing mothers in your life. ·      Difficult decisions.  Sometimes it can feel like life is only a series of difficult decisions. All the easy ones are made quickly. Only tough ones get left for us to struggle with. “When facing two options, choose the harder one.” In many ways, the life we all want to live is waiting for us on the other side of a series of tough decisions- whether it is your personal health, diet, an intimate relationship, family, career, sporting success, or a combat deployment. Often, we already know what we should do, but the lazier part of our mind throws up an easy way out as a fake alternative. Key topic points: ·      Avoiding a decision is in fact a decision- procrastination. ·      Different parts of us want different things. ·      Get distance from the decision. ·      Revisit your original or highest objective. ·      Who are we making the decision for? Ourselves and our character vs other people’s opinion of us. Mike opens up about times when he chose the harder right option, and contrasts that with a very moving story of a time when he procrastinated. Melon shared his two very different decisions when preparing to join the Australian Army vs when he joined the Air Force. Let us know what you do to make your best decisions when you are faced with a difficult one. Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #decisions #difficultdecisions  #Opportunity  #pathways   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 16 May 2023 14:39:13 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Join Mike and Melon as they open with a Mother’s Day shout out to all the amazing women who nurture and love us unconditionally. They give us all compassion and care for us when we are down and live their highs when we triumph over challenges. Let us know about the amazing mothers in your life. ·      Difficult decisions.  Sometimes it can feel like life is only a series of difficult decisions. All the easy ones are made quickly. Only tough ones get left for us to struggle with. “When facing two options, choose the harder one.” In many ways, the life we all want to live is waiting for us on the other side of a series of tough decisions- whether it is your personal health, diet, an intimate relationship, family, career, sporting success, or a combat deployment. Often, we already know what we should do, but the lazier part of our mind throws up an easy way out as a fake alternative. Key topic points: ·      Avoiding a decision is in fact a decision- procrastination. ·      Different parts of us want different things. ·      Get distance from the decision. ·      Revisit your original or highest objective. ·      Who are we making the decision for? Ourselves and our character vs other people’s opinion of us. Mike opens up about times when he chose the harder right option, and contrasts that with a very moving story of a time when he procrastinated. Melon shared his two very different decisions when preparing to join the Australian Army vs when he joined the Air Force. Let us know what you do to make your best decisions when you are faced with a difficult one. Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media! Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube #PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #decisions #difficultdecisions  #Opportunity  #pathways   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players: https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join Mike and Melon as they open with a Mother’s Day shout out to all the amazing women who nurture and love us unconditionally. They give us all compassion and care for us when we are down and live their highs when we triumph over challenges. Let us know about the amazing mothers in your life.

·      Difficult decisions. 

Sometimes it can feel like life is only a series of difficult decisions. All the easy ones are made quickly. Only tough ones get left for us to struggle with.

“When facing two options, choose the harder one.”

In many ways, the life we all want to live is waiting for us on the other side of a series of tough decisions- whether it is your personal health, diet, an intimate relationship, family, career, sporting success, or a combat deployment. Often, we already know what we should do, but the lazier part of our mind throws up an easy way out as a fake alternative.


Key topic points:

·      Avoiding a decision is in fact a decision- procrastination.

·      Different parts of us want different things.

·      Get distance from the decision.

·      Revisit your original or highest objective.

·      Who are we making the decision for? Ourselves and our character vs other people’s opinion of us.


Mike opens up about times when he chose the harder right option, and contrasts that with a very moving story of a time when he procrastinated. Melon shared his two very different decisions when preparing to join the Australian Army vs when he joined the Air Force.


Let us know what you do to make your best decisions when you are faced with a difficult one.


Please subscribe, share and review our podcast. Let us know what topics you’d like us to cover- we are getting great suggestions on various social media!


Goals for 2023:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #decisions #difficultdecisions  #Opportunity  #pathways

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


We’ve created a Link Tree with easy click links to all major podcast players:

https://linktr.ee/pushingbackchaos?fbclid=PAAaZykcT6ZW50mWbcnrSm1BnZyAKkF-_v2chG9bjPWzkBowtb9fwuhtV_hyQ

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]]> 3825 Ep: 46 - Questions from the Listeners https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Join Mike and Raf  as they answer some of the questions they picked from the listeners. They talked about a Veteran Owned business/charity they believe in. They discussed what advice they’d give their 10 year old self. Similarly, they talked about any “what if’s” they might find themselves pondering and regretting. Finally, Mike shares an inspiring story of an active duty service member who was severely wounded, and managed to overcome tremendous obstacle to be back with his men, still serving at the highest levels. This is just a glimpse of the episode. Like always, we encourage all listeners to consider our talks and think of any parallels you’ve experienced. More importantly, we’d love to hear your feedback and shared experiences.  Veteran Companies We Love:   Heroes Media Group (HMG) / HMG Beverage HTTPS://www.heroesmediagroup.com   Team ADDO HTTPS://www.teamaddo.org   Operation Once In A Lifetime HTTPS://www.operationonceinalifetime.com Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Q&A #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 11 May 2023 15:49:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Join Mike and Raf  as they answer some of the questions they picked from the listeners. They talked about a Veteran Owned business/charity they believe in. They discussed what advice they’d give their 10 year old self. Similarly, they talked about any “what if’s” they might find themselves pondering and regretting. Finally, Mike shares an inspiring story of an active duty service member who was severely wounded, and managed to overcome tremendous obstacle to be back with his men, still serving at the highest levels. This is just a glimpse of the episode. Like always, we encourage all listeners to consider our talks and think of any parallels you’ve experienced. More importantly, we’d love to hear your feedback and shared experiences.  Veteran Companies We Love:   Heroes Media Group (HMG) / HMG Beverage HTTPS://www.heroesmediagroup.com   Team ADDO HTTPS://www.teamaddo.org   Operation Once In A Lifetime HTTPS://www.operationonceinalifetime.com Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Q&A #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join Mike and Raf  as they answer some of the questions they picked from the listeners. They talked about a Veteran Owned business/charity they believe in. They discussed what advice they’d give their 10 year old self. Similarly, they talked about any “what if’s” they might find themselves pondering and regretting. Finally, Mike shares an inspiring story of an active duty service member who was severely wounded, and managed to overcome tremendous obstacle to be back with his men, still serving at the highest levels. This is just a glimpse of the episode. Like always, we encourage all listeners to consider our talks and think of any parallels you’ve experienced. More importantly, we’d love to hear your feedback and shared experiences. 



Veteran Companies We Love:

 

Heroes Media Group (HMG) / HMG Beverage

HTTPS://www.heroesmediagroup.com

 

Team ADDO

HTTPS://www.teamaddo.org

 

Operation Once In A Lifetime

HTTPS://www.operationonceinalifetime.com


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Q&A #Operationonceinalifetime #TeamAddo 

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]]> 3626 Ep: 045 - Pursuing Meaning, Hobbies,and It’s Never too Late https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ We heard you! This weeks talking points are from the listeners! Listen in as Melon and Mike discuss -The Pursuit of Meaningfulness -Hobbies outside of work -It’s never too late So many listeners hit us up with questions about these, and we do our best to discuss each, realizing that all three actually blend together to form purpose, meaningfulness, and happiness. We are all on this journey to find our true meaning, our purpose, and not only maintain it, but flourish in it with our intent to be good friends, family members, partners, and teammates. Some of us may not have these things, which brings us to the question of “Is it too late for me?” We believe its NEVER too late. -How do you find meaningfulness in your life? -What hobbies do you pursue to find meaning and purpose? -What are your thoughts on “Its never too late” to begin or end something? We always enjoy your feedback! We appreciate our listeners and want you to be a part of our story. Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Meaning #Pursuitofmeaningfulness #Nevertoolate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 01 May 2023 23:15:19 -0000 full Heroes Media Group We heard you! This weeks talking points are from the listeners! Listen in as Melon and Mike discuss -The Pursuit of Meaningfulness -Hobbies outside of work -It’s never too late So many listeners hit us up with questions about these, and we do our best to discuss each, realizing that all three actually blend together to form purpose, meaningfulness, and happiness. We are all on this journey to find our true meaning, our purpose, and not only maintain it, but flourish in it with our intent to be good friends, family members, partners, and teammates. Some of us may not have these things, which brings us to the question of “Is it too late for me?” We believe its NEVER too late. -How do you find meaningfulness in your life? -What hobbies do you pursue to find meaning and purpose? -What are your thoughts on “Its never too late” to begin or end something? We always enjoy your feedback! We appreciate our listeners and want you to be a part of our story. Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Meaning #Pursuitofmeaningfulness #Nevertoolate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We heard you! This weeks talking points are from the listeners! Listen in as Melon and Mike discuss

-The Pursuit of Meaningfulness

-Hobbies outside of work

-It’s never too late


So many listeners hit us up with questions about these, and we do our best to discuss each, realizing that all three actually blend together to form purpose, meaningfulness, and happiness.


We are all on this journey to find our true meaning, our purpose, and not only maintain it, but flourish in it with our intent to be good friends, family members, partners, and teammates. Some of us may not have these things, which brings us to the question of “Is it too late for me?”


We believe its NEVER too late.


-How do you find meaningfulness in your life?


-What hobbies do you pursue to find meaning and purpose?


-What are your thoughts on “Its never too late” to begin or end something?


We always enjoy your feedback! We appreciate our listeners and want you to be a part of our story.


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Hobbies #Meaning #Pursuitofmeaningfulness #Nevertoolate

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]]> 3721 Ep: 044 - The Pursuit of Happiness https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Happiness. The one thing we are all trying to enjoy, but what is it exactly? Is it a date on the calendar? A certain place that we visit? A full bank account? Is it a person in our life? Is it simply a state within our own consciousness? Every day we find ourselves working along this journey, trying to sift through the chaos of life and identify these periods of joy, but sometimes, we can’t help but feel the opposite and rest in the shadows of sadness, loss, or the mundane mediocrity that some days present. Join us this week as the trio share personal experiences and tackle such common questions as: -How can I change my journey? -Why can’t I be happy now?  -What does it mean to even be happy? -How can I maintain a positive outlook? How would you define your own personal pursuit of happiness? What methods do you utilize? How have they altered your life for the better? We would love to hear from you.! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Happiness #Pursuitofhappiness #Gratefulness  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 20 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Happiness. The one thing we are all trying to enjoy, but what is it exactly? Is it a date on the calendar? A certain place that we visit? A full bank account? Is it a person in our life? Is it simply a state within our own consciousness? Every day we find ourselves working along this journey, trying to sift through the chaos of life and identify these periods of joy, but sometimes, we can’t help but feel the opposite and rest in the shadows of sadness, loss, or the mundane mediocrity that some days present. Join us this week as the trio share personal experiences and tackle such common questions as: -How can I change my journey? -Why can’t I be happy now?  -What does it mean to even be happy? -How can I maintain a positive outlook? How would you define your own personal pursuit of happiness? What methods do you utilize? How have they altered your life for the better? We would love to hear from you.! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Happiness #Pursuitofhappiness #Gratefulness  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Happiness. The one thing we are all trying to enjoy, but what is it exactly? Is it a date on the calendar? A certain place that we visit? A full bank account? Is it a person in our life? Is it simply a state within our own consciousness?


Every day we find ourselves working along this journey, trying to sift through the chaos of life and identify these periods of joy, but sometimes, we can’t help but feel the opposite and rest in the shadows of sadness, loss, or the mundane mediocrity that some days present.


Join us this week as the trio share personal experiences and tackle such common questions as:


-How can I change my journey?

-Why can’t I be happy now? 

-What does it mean to even be happy?

-How can I maintain a positive outlook?


How would you define your own personal pursuit of happiness? What methods do you utilize? How have they altered your life for the better? We would love to hear from you.!


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Happiness #Pursuitofhappiness #Gratefulness 


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]]> 3952 EP: 043 - Tender Warrior - Beneath the Breastplate https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Hollywood is full of tough guy characters. The hard nosed action hero who comes through in the end every time, and who crushes all before him. We all know the trope. Part of it is that these characters don’t have emotions, or feelings.  We are aiming to work towards physical competence and capability every day, but are we also building up our emotional strength and emotional IQ? Can we be both physically capable and emotionally strong? Your hosts return to Stu Weber’s book “Tender Warrior”, and discuss the chapter titled “Beneath the Breastplate”.  How can we all manifest the dual aspects of the books title? How can we be capable warriors, who can fight for our goals and principles, while also preserving and building our tender side so we can nurture our families and communities and know what it is that we are fighting for? We would love to hear your insights into this topic. Please reach out and let us know what you think.  Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Tenderwarrior #Stayingpower #Resiliency #Committment #Emotion #Emotionalintelligence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 08 Apr 2023 10:34:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Hollywood is full of tough guy characters. The hard nosed action hero who comes through in the end every time, and who crushes all before him. We all know the trope. Part of it is that these characters don’t have emotions, or feelings.  We are aiming to work towards physical competence and capability every day, but are we also building up our emotional strength and emotional IQ? Can we be both physically capable and emotionally strong? Your hosts return to Stu Weber’s book “Tender Warrior”, and discuss the chapter titled “Beneath the Breastplate”.  How can we all manifest the dual aspects of the books title? How can we be capable warriors, who can fight for our goals and principles, while also preserving and building our tender side so we can nurture our families and communities and know what it is that we are fighting for? We would love to hear your insights into this topic. Please reach out and let us know what you think.  Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Tenderwarrior #Stayingpower #Resiliency #Committment #Emotion #Emotionalintelligence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hollywood is full of tough guy characters. The hard nosed action hero who comes through in the end every time, and who crushes all before him. We all know the trope. Part of it is that these characters don’t have emotions, or feelings. 


We are aiming to work towards physical competence and capability every day, but are we also building up our emotional strength and emotional IQ? Can we be both physically capable and emotionally strong?


Your hosts return to Stu Weber’s book “Tender Warrior”, and discuss the chapter titled “Beneath the Breastplate”. 


How can we all manifest the dual aspects of the books title? How can we be capable warriors, who can fight for our goals and principles, while also preserving and building our tender side so we can nurture our families and communities and know what it is that we are fighting for?


We would love to hear your insights into this topic. Please reach out and let us know what you think. 


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Tenderwarrior #Stayingpower #Resiliency #Committment #Emotion #Emotionalintelligence

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]]> 3893 PBC, Ep: 042 - Tender Warrior- Staying Power https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, the trio returns to one of their favorite books, Tender Warrior. A book written by Stu Weber, former Green Beret, Vietnam Veteran, and Pastor. We focus on Chapter 4 and it’s topic of “Staying Power.” In today’s society, it is very easy to run away from that in which we fear or that causes us pain or hardship. The “comforts” of western civilization such as fast food, dating apps, global communication at the touch of a finger, or even perceived entitlements can convince you quickly that trying is not worth the energy. That something better can be right around the corner and you don’t have to grind it out.  A real man brings certainty to his world by the power of promise. If we promise others, it should mean we are in it 100% with them.  Whether it’s relationships, teammates, or your work colleagues, people are trusting in YOU and you are trusting in THEM. This is essential in building a sustainable future.  However, there are limitations and situations in which we are warranted to step away. Abusive relationships (mental, physical, emotional) unhealthy actions, when an agreement is broken, or when one side does not uphold their promise to you. It is OK to step away and take care of yourself.  -How can staying power be defined in your life? -What or who do you struggle staying with? -Does it benefit you to stay or go in the long run? What is your reasoning? Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Tenderwarrior #Stayingpower #Resiliency #Committment  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 02 Apr 2023 16:37:32 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, the trio returns to one of their favorite books, Tender Warrior. A book written by Stu Weber, former Green Beret, Vietnam Veteran, and Pastor. We focus on Chapter 4 and it’s topic of “Staying Power.” In today’s society, it is very easy to run away from that in which we fear or that causes us pain or hardship. The “comforts” of western civilization such as fast food, dating apps, global communication at the touch of a finger, or even perceived entitlements can convince you quickly that trying is not worth the energy. That something better can be right around the corner and you don’t have to grind it out.  A real man brings certainty to his world by the power of promise. If we promise others, it should mean we are in it 100% with them.  Whether it’s relationships, teammates, or your work colleagues, people are trusting in YOU and you are trusting in THEM. This is essential in building a sustainable future.  However, there are limitations and situations in which we are warranted to step away. Abusive relationships (mental, physical, emotional) unhealthy actions, when an agreement is broken, or when one side does not uphold their promise to you. It is OK to step away and take care of yourself.  -How can staying power be defined in your life? -What or who do you struggle staying with? -Does it benefit you to stay or go in the long run? What is your reasoning? Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Tenderwarrior #Stayingpower #Resiliency #Committment  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, the trio returns to one of their favorite books, Tender Warrior. A book written by Stu Weber, former Green Beret, Vietnam Veteran, and Pastor. We focus on Chapter 4 and it’s topic of “Staying Power.”


In today’s society, it is very easy to run away from that in which we fear or that causes us pain or hardship. The “comforts” of western civilization such as fast food, dating apps, global communication at the touch of a finger, or even perceived entitlements can convince you quickly that trying is not worth the energy. That something better can be right around the corner and you don’t have to grind it out. 


A real man brings certainty to his world by the power of promise. If we promise others, it should mean we are in it 100% with them.  Whether it’s relationships, teammates, or your work colleagues, people are trusting in YOU and you are trusting in THEM. This is essential in building a sustainable future. 


However, there are limitations and situations in which we are warranted to step away. Abusive relationships (mental, physical, emotional) unhealthy actions, when an agreement is broken, or when one side does not uphold their promise to you. It is OK to step away and take care of yourself. 


-How can staying power be defined in your life?


-What or who do you struggle staying with?


-Does it benefit you to stay or go in the long run? What is your reasoning?


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Tenderwarrior #Stayingpower #Resiliency #Committment 

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]]> 4132 PBC, Ep: 041 - Heroes & Villains https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Join Mike and Raf as they dive into a topic that we can all relate to. And that is, the duality of man. In essence, they talk about the differences and nuances that can make someone commit from being a God to a Monster, or vise versa. And we could think of no better example than the Nazi prison guards, that committed untold atrocities against humanity. Ultimately murdering over 6 million and tortured and violating untold numbers. Deliberate torture, and palpable hatred for similarly humans, who simply had a different culture. In the same day, these men and women, would go home to their wives and husbands, and children. There, as they stepped through those doors, they seemingly became the loving husband or wife, father and mothers to children. And the further the boys discuss it, the more they come to realize that the ability to tap into both of those abilities in yourself is not mutually exclusive to a Nazi in the 1940s or a Khmer Brother in 1970. This very delicate balance of being a Monster or a God can happen to any person, any organization, or group of people. Thanks for joining us as they talk about an uncommon topic that they feel should be discussed. If for nothing else, to understand what makes us tick.   Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #humantrafficking #trafficking  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 23 Mar 2023 13:10:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Join Mike and Raf as they dive into a topic that we can all relate to. And that is, the duality of man. In essence, they talk about the differences and nuances that can make someone commit from being a God to a Monster, or vise versa. And we could think of no better example than the Nazi prison guards, that committed untold atrocities against humanity. Ultimately murdering over 6 million and tortured and violating untold numbers. Deliberate torture, and palpable hatred for similarly humans, who simply had a different culture. In the same day, these men and women, would go home to their wives and husbands, and children. There, as they stepped through those doors, they seemingly became the loving husband or wife, father and mothers to children. And the further the boys discuss it, the more they come to realize that the ability to tap into both of those abilities in yourself is not mutually exclusive to a Nazi in the 1940s or a Khmer Brother in 1970. This very delicate balance of being a Monster or a God can happen to any person, any organization, or group of people. Thanks for joining us as they talk about an uncommon topic that they feel should be discussed. If for nothing else, to understand what makes us tick.   Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #humantrafficking #trafficking  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join Mike and Raf as they dive into a topic that we can all relate to. And that is, the duality of man. In essence, they talk about the differences and nuances that can make someone commit from being a God to a Monster, or vise versa. And we could think of no better example than the Nazi prison guards, that committed untold atrocities against humanity. Ultimately murdering over 6 million and tortured and violating untold numbers. Deliberate torture, and palpable hatred for similarly humans, who simply had a different culture. In the same day, these men and women, would go home to their wives and husbands, and children. There, as they stepped through those doors, they seemingly became the loving husband or wife, father and mothers to children. And the further the boys discuss it, the more they come to realize that the ability to tap into both of those abilities in yourself is not mutually exclusive to a Nazi in the 1940s or a Khmer Brother in 1970. This very delicate balance of being a Monster or a God can happen to any person, any organization, or group of people. Thanks for joining us as they talk about an uncommon topic that they feel should be discussed. If for nothing else, to understand what makes us tick.  


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #humantrafficking #trafficking 

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]]> 3539 PBC, Ep: 040 - Void of Light https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Join Melon, Mike, and Raf as they dive into a topic that is unanimously agreed as void of light. And that’s the topic of human trafficking. They share a lot of personal stories that show the scale and possibility of this cancer reaching most homes. They simply wanted to take the time and effort to bring attention to this crime against humanity. More importantly, they felt compelled to share what “we” can do as a nation, as a species, to help prevent these atrocities from being grown in scale. Of course, with the ultimate goal of snuffing it out completely. They understand the weight of the topic as individuals, but also on the listeners. They end this episode with practical tools and axioms that have been proven to prevent kids and the most vulnerable to get sent down this dark road. Similarly, they talk about organizations that are actively out in the front lines combating this unadulterated evil. But most importantly, they unanimously agreed that the fate of the success of a society, lies heavily on what we do to cultivate a strong, resilient, and happy child. This starts with actively taking steps to end this evil cancer from our homes, our streets, our nations, and our planet.   National Human Trafficking Hotline 1 (888) 373-7888 Text: 233733 https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en/chat Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #humantrafficking #trafficking  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:40:55 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Join Melon, Mike, and Raf as they dive into a topic that is unanimously agreed as void of light. And that’s the topic of human trafficking. They share a lot of personal stories that show the scale and possibility of this cancer reaching most homes. They simply wanted to take the time and effort to bring attention to this crime against humanity. More importantly, they felt compelled to share what “we” can do as a nation, as a species, to help prevent these atrocities from being grown in scale. Of course, with the ultimate goal of snuffing it out completely. They understand the weight of the topic as individuals, but also on the listeners. They end this episode with practical tools and axioms that have been proven to prevent kids and the most vulnerable to get sent down this dark road. Similarly, they talk about organizations that are actively out in the front lines combating this unadulterated evil. But most importantly, they unanimously agreed that the fate of the success of a society, lies heavily on what we do to cultivate a strong, resilient, and happy child. This starts with actively taking steps to end this evil cancer from our homes, our streets, our nations, and our planet.   National Human Trafficking Hotline 1 (888) 373-7888 Text: 233733 https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en/chat Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #humantrafficking #trafficking  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join Melon, Mike, and Raf as they dive into a topic that is unanimously agreed as void of light. And that’s the topic of human trafficking. They share a lot of personal stories that show the scale and possibility of this cancer reaching most homes. They simply wanted to take the time and effort to bring attention to this crime against humanity. More importantly, they felt compelled to share what “we” can do as a nation, as a species, to help prevent these atrocities from being grown in scale. Of course, with the ultimate goal of snuffing it out completely. They understand the weight of the topic as individuals, but also on the listeners. They end this episode with practical tools and axioms that have been proven to prevent kids and the most vulnerable to get sent down this dark road. Similarly, they talk about organizations that are actively out in the front lines combating this unadulterated evil. But most importantly, they unanimously agreed that the fate of the success of a society, lies heavily on what we do to cultivate a strong, resilient, and happy child. This starts with actively taking steps to end this evil cancer from our homes, our streets, our nations, and our planet. 


 National Human Trafficking Hotline

1 (888) 373-7888

Text: 233733


https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en/chat



Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #humantrafficking #trafficking 

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]]> 3378 PBC, 039 - Building, maintaining, and reestablishing trust. https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ It’s the bedrock of everyday life. We trust our family, closest friends, work colleagues, teammates, and lets even say fellow drivers to stay inside the lines. Trust is not just given freely or achieved without effort. Some of us aim to create trust, some are struggling to maintain it, and in some cases, some wish to reestablish trust after it has just been broken on your behalf or from another. In this episode we welcome back previous guest Cameron “Hammy” Hamilton and discuss: 1. Why trust is important and what is gained from it. 2. How to build trust in a group or organization. 3. How to respond to a breach of trust. What have been some of your experiences with trust? How have you built it? Maintained it? Or repaired it? We’d love to hear from you! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Purpose #Leadership #Servantleadership  #Trust  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:09:22 -0000 full Heroes Media Group It’s the bedrock of everyday life. We trust our family, closest friends, work colleagues, teammates, and lets even say fellow drivers to stay inside the lines. Trust is not just given freely or achieved without effort. Some of us aim to create trust, some are struggling to maintain it, and in some cases, some wish to reestablish trust after it has just been broken on your behalf or from another. In this episode we welcome back previous guest Cameron “Hammy” Hamilton and discuss: 1. Why trust is important and what is gained from it. 2. How to build trust in a group or organization. 3. How to respond to a breach of trust. What have been some of your experiences with trust? How have you built it? Maintained it? Or repaired it? We’d love to hear from you! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Purpose #Leadership #Servantleadership  #Trust  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It’s the bedrock of everyday life. We trust our family, closest friends, work colleagues, teammates, and lets even say fellow drivers to stay inside the lines.


Trust is not just given freely or achieved without effort. Some of us aim to create trust, some are struggling to maintain it, and in some cases, some wish to reestablish trust after it has just been broken on your behalf or from another.


In this episode we welcome back previous guest Cameron “Hammy” Hamilton and discuss:


1. Why trust is important and what is gained from it.


2. How to build trust in a group or organization.


3. How to respond to a breach of trust.


What have been some of your experiences with trust? How have you built it? Maintained it? Or repaired it? We’d love to hear from you!


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Purpose #Leadership #Servantleadership 

#Trust 

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]]> 3813 PBC, 038 - Servant Leadership https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Servant leadership- removal of road blocks and the provision of resources to the team achieving the mission or goal. When you find yourself in a position of being a leader of the people,one of the most important things to remember is that you are there to serve them and their needs while guiding them from A to B. They work for you and you work for them in all aspects in order to ensure cognitive, emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental preparedness.  This week we welcome an expert on leadership, with years of experience both in the field and in corporate settings. Our special guest is Cameron Hamilton, former member of the US military community and now a member at the Department of Homeland Security. The culture starts with the leader. You can’t expect something you’re not living personally. If you want a family environment, then you need to invest that time and energy to know your people like family. Serve them. Lead them! What is your leadership style? Do you even know the kind you have? Do you know which you should be? Can you employ different styles at different times in order to ensure the most beneficial outcome? Be prepared to take some notes!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Feb 2023 14:05:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Servant leadership- removal of road blocks and the provision of resources to the team achieving the mission or goal. When you find yourself in a position of being a leader of the people,one of the most important things to remember is that you are there to serve them and their needs while guiding them from A to B. They work for you and you work for them in all aspects in order to ensure cognitive, emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental preparedness.  This week we welcome an expert on leadership, with years of experience both in the field and in corporate settings. Our special guest is Cameron Hamilton, former member of the US military community and now a member at the Department of Homeland Security. The culture starts with the leader. You can’t expect something you’re not living personally. If you want a family environment, then you need to invest that time and energy to know your people like family. Serve them. Lead them! What is your leadership style? Do you even know the kind you have? Do you know which you should be? Can you employ different styles at different times in order to ensure the most beneficial outcome? Be prepared to take some notes!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Servant leadership- removal of road blocks and the provision of resources to the team achieving the mission or goal.


When you find yourself in a position of being a leader of the people,one of the most important things to remember is that you are there to serve them and their needs while guiding them from A to B. They work for you and you work for them in all aspects in order to ensure cognitive, emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental preparedness. 


This week we welcome an expert on leadership, with years of experience both in the field and in corporate settings. Our special guest is Cameron Hamilton, former member of the US military community and now a member at the Department of Homeland Security.


The culture starts with the leader. You can’t expect something you’re not living personally. If you want a family environment, then you need to invest that time and energy to know your people like family. Serve them. Lead them!


What is your leadership style? Do you even know the kind you have? Do you know which you should be? Can you employ different styles at different times in order to ensure the most beneficial outcome?


Be prepared to take some notes! 


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]]> 4715 PBC, Ep: 037 - Finding Peace after a Setback or Loss https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ In the event that we end up failing in a situation, lose a relationship, or just not meeting the mark on a goal, how can we proceed forward to find and maintain a new sense of peace within ourselves? In this episode, Tio Raf shares quite the surprising but real life recent personal experience that pitted him against some of his worst fears, forcing him to “hug the cactus.” This one surprised us all!!! LOL Melon shares his process on how he worked through receiving the bad news and then choosing to accept the bad news of his daughters blindness and wife’s cancer diagnosis. “You can choose to accept the bad news and adjust to the new reality.” Mike shares some thoughts and tips on how his previous self dealt with loss and failure, but then how his current self has been more prepared. “There is no more win and lose. Just win or learn.”   What are some ways you get through loss or failure? How have you created your peace from the chaos of loss?   Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Purpose #Findpeace  #peace #Winorlearn  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 20 Feb 2023 14:01:23 -0000 full Heroes Media Group In the event that we end up failing in a situation, lose a relationship, or just not meeting the mark on a goal, how can we proceed forward to find and maintain a new sense of peace within ourselves? In this episode, Tio Raf shares quite the surprising but real life recent personal experience that pitted him against some of his worst fears, forcing him to “hug the cactus.” This one surprised us all!!! LOL Melon shares his process on how he worked through receiving the bad news and then choosing to accept the bad news of his daughters blindness and wife’s cancer diagnosis. “You can choose to accept the bad news and adjust to the new reality.” Mike shares some thoughts and tips on how his previous self dealt with loss and failure, but then how his current self has been more prepared. “There is no more win and lose. Just win or learn.”   What are some ways you get through loss or failure? How have you created your peace from the chaos of loss?   Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Purpose #Findpeace  #peace #Winorlearn  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the event that we end up failing in a situation, lose a relationship, or just not meeting the mark on a goal, how can we proceed forward to find and maintain a new sense of peace within ourselves?


In this episode, Tio Raf shares quite the surprising but real life recent personal experience that pitted him against some of his worst fears, forcing him to “hug the cactus.” This one surprised us all!!! LOL


Melon shares his process on how he worked through receiving the bad news and then choosing to accept the bad news of his daughters blindness and wife’s cancer diagnosis. “You can choose to accept the bad news and adjust to the new reality.”


Mike shares some thoughts and tips on how his previous self dealt with loss and failure, but then how his current self has been more prepared. “There is no more win and lose. Just win or learn.”

 

What are some ways you get through loss or failure? How have you created your peace from the chaos of loss?

 

Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Purpose #Findpeace  #peace #Winorlearn 

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]]> 3815 PBC, 036 - Dichotomy of Reputation https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Join Melon, Mike, and Raf  as they talk about the dichotomy of your reputation. Simply put, they try and navigate the conversation on the benefits and drawbacks to either taking the hard long road of earning a reputation in your craft, by simply doing the job for years, upon years, with no recognition. In contrast, to faking your expertise, and hoping to learn what you need in short order, to keep the appearance up of a skill set you may not have mastered completely. The later commonly referred to as, “Fake it, ‘Til You Make it.” The boys recognize that there are benefits to both. They unanimously agree, however that the drawbacks and potential for missteps coming off as a fraud are countless. One of the more severe of those potential drawbacks is completely destroying your reputation with those people that you hold in the highest regard.  The conversation quickly goes to dire warnings to the young generation of the perils of purposely holding up a fraudulent facade, whether it’s in real life, or on social media. Unfortunately, the guys agree that the current culture incentivizes fraudulent behaviors, and rewards it in many forms.  In the end, the path to success and a steadfast reputation comes best served with a long stead history of doing the job, with zero expectations of seeking accolades. Instead, focusing on mastering that craft that you seek, and letting your knowledge of it be the reward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 14 Feb 2023 13:25:21 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Join Melon, Mike, and Raf  as they talk about the dichotomy of your reputation. Simply put, they try and navigate the conversation on the benefits and drawbacks to either taking the hard long road of earning a reputation in your craft, by simply doing the job for years, upon years, with no recognition. In contrast, to faking your expertise, and hoping to learn what you need in short order, to keep the appearance up of a skill set you may not have mastered completely. The later commonly referred to as, “Fake it, ‘Til You Make it.” The boys recognize that there are benefits to both. They unanimously agree, however that the drawbacks and potential for missteps coming off as a fraud are countless. One of the more severe of those potential drawbacks is completely destroying your reputation with those people that you hold in the highest regard.  The conversation quickly goes to dire warnings to the young generation of the perils of purposely holding up a fraudulent facade, whether it’s in real life, or on social media. Unfortunately, the guys agree that the current culture incentivizes fraudulent behaviors, and rewards it in many forms.  In the end, the path to success and a steadfast reputation comes best served with a long stead history of doing the job, with zero expectations of seeking accolades. Instead, focusing on mastering that craft that you seek, and letting your knowledge of it be the reward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join Melon, Mike, and Raf  as they talk about the dichotomy of your reputation. Simply put, they try and navigate the conversation on the benefits and drawbacks to either taking the hard long road of earning a reputation in your craft, by simply doing the job for years, upon years, with no recognition. In contrast, to faking your expertise, and hoping to learn what you need in short order, to keep the appearance up of a skill set you may not have mastered completely. The later commonly referred to as, “Fake it, ‘Til You Make it.” The boys recognize that there are benefits to both. They unanimously agree, however that the drawbacks and potential for missteps coming off as a fraud are countless. One of the more severe of those potential drawbacks is completely destroying your reputation with those people that you hold in the highest regard. 


The conversation quickly goes to dire warnings to the young generation of the perils of purposely holding up a fraudulent facade, whether it’s in real life, or on social media. Unfortunately, the guys agree that the current culture incentivizes fraudulent behaviors, and rewards it in many forms.  In the end, the path to success and a steadfast reputation comes best served with a long stead history of doing the job, with zero expectations of seeking accolades. Instead, focusing on mastering that craft that you seek, and letting your knowledge of it be the reward.


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]]> 3858 PBC, Ep: 035 - The Apache Warrior https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, we are honored to have a friend and fellow veteran “Smitty.” He joins the team to share his military story as he reflects on his 20 years of service as an AH-64 Apache gunship pilot. Throughout his 6 combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, he shares many stories of victory and celebration, but also moments that would bring even the hardest of men back down to Earth.  Listen in as the conversation flows from: -Military service -Transitioning out of the military tips -Self Reflection -Importance of goals -Being humbled in life -Importance of Spiritual relationships  We all walked away from this episode with some golden points on life, love, and career. We hope that you do too! If you have any comments or would like to ask Smitty or the team some questions,please reach out to us!  Keep Pushing Back! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Purpose #Evolve  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Feb 2023 02:21:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, we are honored to have a friend and fellow veteran “Smitty.” He joins the team to share his military story as he reflects on his 20 years of service as an AH-64 Apache gunship pilot. Throughout his 6 combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, he shares many stories of victory and celebration, but also moments that would bring even the hardest of men back down to Earth.  Listen in as the conversation flows from: -Military service -Transitioning out of the military tips -Self Reflection -Importance of goals -Being humbled in life -Importance of Spiritual relationships  We all walked away from this episode with some golden points on life, love, and career. We hope that you do too! If you have any comments or would like to ask Smitty or the team some questions,please reach out to us!  Keep Pushing Back! Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Purpose #Evolve  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, we are honored to have a friend and fellow veteran “Smitty.”

He joins the team to share his military story as he reflects on his 20 years of service as an AH-64 Apache gunship pilot. Throughout his 6 combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, he shares many stories of victory and celebration, but also moments that would bring even the hardest of men back down to Earth. 


Listen in as the conversation flows from:

-Military service

-Transitioning out of the military tips

-Self Reflection

-Importance of goals

-Being humbled in life

-Importance of Spiritual relationships 


We all walked away from this episode with some golden points on life, love, and career. We hope that you do too!


If you have any comments or would like to ask Smitty or the team some questions,please reach out to us! 


Keep Pushing Back!


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #Transition #Military #Purpose #Evolve 

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]]> 4100 PBC, Ep: 034 - If you stay ready, you don’t need to get ready. https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Goals. No matter how big or small they are, we must aim for them. They give us a direction, purpose, and challenges to test our metal on all fronts. This is the beginning stages of achievement. What we must also be conscious of is that some goals are the wrong ones to aim for. Some are unhealthy, unrealistic, or very misleading. They may bring temporary satisfaction, but long term derailment. If we are consistently striving to extend and reach further than our current selves, we begin to grow, learn, and achieve “the next level” we desire to hurdle our future obstacles, whatever they may be. When you envision your best day, will you be prepared to fully enjoy and celebrate it best way possible?  When you envision your worst day, will you be who you want to be in those moments….or crumble? Establishing the road of goals to both is crucial. Listen as the the team discusses their own goals on their path to their own legacies. Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #goalsetting #beprepared #beready  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 30 Jan 2023 22:27:06 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Goals. No matter how big or small they are, we must aim for them. They give us a direction, purpose, and challenges to test our metal on all fronts. This is the beginning stages of achievement. What we must also be conscious of is that some goals are the wrong ones to aim for. Some are unhealthy, unrealistic, or very misleading. They may bring temporary satisfaction, but long term derailment. If we are consistently striving to extend and reach further than our current selves, we begin to grow, learn, and achieve “the next level” we desire to hurdle our future obstacles, whatever they may be. When you envision your best day, will you be prepared to fully enjoy and celebrate it best way possible?  When you envision your worst day, will you be who you want to be in those moments….or crumble? Establishing the road of goals to both is crucial. Listen as the the team discusses their own goals on their path to their own legacies. Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #goalsetting #beprepared #beready  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Goals. No matter how big or small they are, we must aim for them. They give us a direction, purpose, and challenges to test our metal on all fronts. This is the beginning stages of achievement.


What we must also be conscious of is that some goals are the wrong ones to aim for. Some are unhealthy, unrealistic, or very misleading. They may bring temporary satisfaction, but long term derailment.


If we are consistently striving to extend and reach further than our current selves, we begin to grow, learn, and achieve “the next level” we desire to hurdle our future obstacles, whatever they may be.


When you envision your best day, will you be prepared to fully enjoy and celebrate it best way possible? 


When you envision your worst day, will you be who you want to be in those moments….or crumble?


Establishing the road of goals to both is crucial. Listen as the the team discusses their own goals on their path to their own legacies.


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #goals #goalsetting #beprepared #beready 

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]]> 3241 PBC, Ep: 033 - Who will you create yourself as this year? https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ “It’s unfortunate that this has happened. No. It’s fortunate that this has happened and I’ve remained unharmed by it.” ― Marcus Aurelius This year will bring challenges and opportunities. Who will you have to be to generate the best possible outcomes for yourself and your life this year?   Join your hosts in this conversation as they look forward and consider the topic of creating themselves in new ways to be their best.    In the various areas of life that are important to each of us, we can either move forward as we always have, or we can attempt to deliberately create ourselves with intention, so that we can have the experience of moving towards being our best selves.   Perhaps unsurprisingly given their similar careers and close friendship, several of the ways of being that are envisioned by your hosts have areas of overlap.    Raf will be creating himself as: - Game ready - Exercising his willpower daily - Reframing his thoughts away from a victim mentality   Melon talks about being: - Ready - Assertive - Loving,  - and possessing an Abundance mentality   Mike is looking to be: - Organised - Emotionally balanced - Spiritually aware and open   Who do you need to be to have an amazing year ahead? How will you build situational awareness to become your best self as you confront life over the next twelve months?   Let us know what comes up for you and how you are answering the question, “Who will you create yourself as this year?”   Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube   #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Being #Challenge  #Opportunity  #Self     PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 23 Jan 2023 09:47:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group “It’s unfortunate that this has happened. No. It’s fortunate that this has happened and I’ve remained unharmed by it.” ― Marcus Aurelius This year will bring challenges and opportunities. Who will you have to be to generate the best possible outcomes for yourself and your life this year?   Join your hosts in this conversation as they look forward and consider the topic of creating themselves in new ways to be their best.    In the various areas of life that are important to each of us, we can either move forward as we always have, or we can attempt to deliberately create ourselves with intention, so that we can have the experience of moving towards being our best selves.   Perhaps unsurprisingly given their similar careers and close friendship, several of the ways of being that are envisioned by your hosts have areas of overlap.    Raf will be creating himself as: - Game ready - Exercising his willpower daily - Reframing his thoughts away from a victim mentality   Melon talks about being: - Ready - Assertive - Loving,  - and possessing an Abundance mentality   Mike is looking to be: - Organised - Emotionally balanced - Spiritually aware and open   Who do you need to be to have an amazing year ahead? How will you build situational awareness to become your best self as you confront life over the next twelve months?   Let us know what comes up for you and how you are answering the question, “Who will you create yourself as this year?”   Goals for 2023: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube   #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Being #Challenge  #Opportunity  #Self     PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices “It’s unfortunate that this has happened. No. It’s fortunate that this has happened and I’ve remained unharmed by it.”

― Marcus Aurelius

This year will bring challenges and opportunities. Who will you have to be to generate the best possible outcomes for yourself and your life this year?

 

Join your hosts in this conversation as they look forward and consider the topic of creating themselves in new ways to be their best. 

 

In the various areas of life that are important to each of us, we can either move forward as we always have, or we can attempt to deliberately create ourselves with intention, so that we can have the experience of moving towards being our best selves.

 

Perhaps unsurprisingly given their similar careers and close friendship, several of the ways of being that are envisioned by your hosts have areas of overlap. 

 

Raf will be creating himself as:

- Game ready

- Exercising his willpower daily

- Reframing his thoughts away from a victim mentality

 

Melon talks about being:

- Ready

- Assertive

- Loving, 

- and possessing an Abundance mentality

 

Mike is looking to be:

- Organised

- Emotionally balanced

- Spiritually aware and open

 

Who do you need to be to have an amazing year ahead? How will you build situational awareness to become your best self as you confront life over the next twelve months?

 

Let us know what comes up for you and how you are answering the question, “Who will you create yourself as this year?”

 

Goals for 2023:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB, IG & YouTube

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Being #Challenge  #Opportunity  #Self

 

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com

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]]> 3883 PBC, Ep: 032 - Spiritual Identity: Who are you? https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ When someone asks you this question, what comes to mind first? Is it a role?, a job title?, a simple cookie cutter answer? Lets face it, it can be a hard question to really answer. Most of the time it is because we are going with the everyday flow of tasks that need completed and we can lose track of who we are truly supposed to be. So what can we use to figure this out? Our true purpose and significance in our lives are great indicators of our true identities. So instead of asking “What do i do?”, Instead, in certain moments, ask “Who do I need to be?”  Join us this week as the trio launches their first video episode and shares their true “identities” #HMG #veteran #podcast #heroesmediagroup #PushingBackChaos #Spiritual #Identity #Whoareyou  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Youtube Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 16 Jan 2023 14:34:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group When someone asks you this question, what comes to mind first? Is it a role?, a job title?, a simple cookie cutter answer? Lets face it, it can be a hard question to really answer. Most of the time it is because we are going with the everyday flow of tasks that need completed and we can lose track of who we are truly supposed to be. So what can we use to figure this out? Our true purpose and significance in our lives are great indicators of our true identities. So instead of asking “What do i do?”, Instead, in certain moments, ask “Who do I need to be?”  Join us this week as the trio launches their first video episode and shares their true “identities” #HMG #veteran #podcast #heroesmediagroup #PushingBackChaos #Spiritual #Identity #Whoareyou  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Youtube Goals for 2023:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices When someone asks you this question, what comes to mind first? Is it a role?, a job title?, a simple cookie cutter answer?


Lets face it, it can be a hard question to really answer. Most of the time it is because we are going with the everyday flow of tasks that need completed and we can lose track of who we are truly supposed to be. So what can we use to figure this out?


Our true purpose and significance in our lives are great indicators of our true identities. So instead of asking “What do i do?”, Instead, in certain moments, ask “Who do I need to be?” 


Join us this week as the trio launches their first video episode and shares their true “identities”


#HMG #veteran #podcast #heroesmediagroup #PushingBackChaos

#Spiritual #Identity #Whoareyou 


Check us out on:


Facebook

Instagram

Apple podcasts

Spotify

Linked In

Amazon Music

IHeart Radio

Heroes Media Group

Youtube


Goals for 2023:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB, IG, and YouTube! 

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]]> 3603 PBC, 031 - 2022 In Review https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Join Melon, Mike, and Raf on their final episode of 2022, where they look back in review, and talk about their way forward into 2023. They cover some brief high lights of 2022, and how those events impacted them, individually and collectively. Most notably, they talk about the unseemly barrage of chaos that’s been cultivated by these world events, and how that’s affected them. Melon shares his most recent experience while at home, in his native land of Australia. Rekindling old relationships with his family there, and how that’s reinvigorated him to align his existence with what’s important moving forward. Mike reflects on all the past challenges that he’s been dealt, and the profound realization that he owes all his joy and success to those past failures and gut wrenching pain. And if given a choice, he wouldn’t change a single moment. Finally, Raf shares his prognosis on the chaos of 2022, and the mantras he’s developed to tackle 2023.  The guys talk about the importance of understanding that, “Help Isn’t Coming!” Simply put, you are your own rescuer. You need to look deep inside you, to make your goals and aspirations, and develop the resolutions for the chaos that’s headed your way. Anecdotally, Raf impressions the importance of unplugging from all the things in life that seem to bring us down, yet have no direct physical impact. For 2023, we encourage you to unplug from the news, unplug from hours of wasted screen sucking on social media, unplug from politics and just focus on you! Find your purpose, so you can deny the pleasure seeking mentality. Finally, 2023 will be our best year yet, if we apply everything we’ve learned these last 2 years. Make them habitual, make them concrete. And more importantly, become the fucking savage you know you were born to be.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 01 Jan 2023 22:43:58 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Join Melon, Mike, and Raf on their final episode of 2022, where they look back in review, and talk about their way forward into 2023. They cover some brief high lights of 2022, and how those events impacted them, individually and collectively. Most notably, they talk about the unseemly barrage of chaos that’s been cultivated by these world events, and how that’s affected them. Melon shares his most recent experience while at home, in his native land of Australia. Rekindling old relationships with his family there, and how that’s reinvigorated him to align his existence with what’s important moving forward. Mike reflects on all the past challenges that he’s been dealt, and the profound realization that he owes all his joy and success to those past failures and gut wrenching pain. And if given a choice, he wouldn’t change a single moment. Finally, Raf shares his prognosis on the chaos of 2022, and the mantras he’s developed to tackle 2023.  The guys talk about the importance of understanding that, “Help Isn’t Coming!” Simply put, you are your own rescuer. You need to look deep inside you, to make your goals and aspirations, and develop the resolutions for the chaos that’s headed your way. Anecdotally, Raf impressions the importance of unplugging from all the things in life that seem to bring us down, yet have no direct physical impact. For 2023, we encourage you to unplug from the news, unplug from hours of wasted screen sucking on social media, unplug from politics and just focus on you! Find your purpose, so you can deny the pleasure seeking mentality. Finally, 2023 will be our best year yet, if we apply everything we’ve learned these last 2 years. Make them habitual, make them concrete. And more importantly, become the fucking savage you know you were born to be.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join Melon, Mike, and Raf on their final episode of 2022, where they look back in review, and talk about their way forward into 2023. They cover some brief high lights of 2022, and how those events impacted them, individually and collectively. Most notably, they talk about the unseemly barrage of chaos that’s been cultivated by these world events, and how that’s affected them. Melon shares his most recent experience while at home, in his native land of Australia. Rekindling old relationships with his family there, and how that’s reinvigorated him to align his existence with what’s important moving forward. Mike reflects on all the past challenges that he’s been dealt, and the profound realization that he owes all his joy and success to those past failures and gut wrenching pain. And if given a choice, he wouldn’t change a single moment. Finally, Raf shares his prognosis on the chaos of 2022, and the mantras he’s developed to tackle 2023. 

The guys talk about the importance of understanding that, “Help Isn’t Coming!” Simply put, you are your own rescuer. You need to look deep inside you, to make your goals and aspirations, and develop the resolutions for the chaos that’s headed your way. Anecdotally, Raf impressions the importance of unplugging from all the things in life that seem to bring us down, yet have no direct physical impact. For 2023, we encourage you to unplug from the news, unplug from hours of wasted screen sucking on social media, unplug from politics and just focus on you! Find your purpose, so you can deny the pleasure seeking mentality. Finally, 2023 will be our best year yet, if we apply everything we’ve learned these last 2 years. Make them habitual, make them concrete. And more importantly, become the fucking savage you know you were born to be.   

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]]> 3882 PBC, 030 - The Nostalgia of Christmas https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Christmas. That special time of year that we all look forward to with bright hopeful eyes and hearts. Praying for peace, heartfelt moments, and wonderful memories. Why is this that time? Why do we yearn for such feelings? What makes this time of year so special? Is it the places? The people? Or Is it simply just the magic of Christmas?  Please join us as we share our special Christmas episode and try to uncover the path to that Christmas magic. Mike shares some memories of both good and hard times during the holiday season. He reflects on a funny, family gift he received as a “naughty child.” His first Christmas after losing his father to cancer, and his current journey to create the Christmas environment for the next generation by learning to become what he loved. Melon shares memories of Christmas with the McFadden family in Australia, and some memorable bouts with wrapping paper and the family famous “enhanced“ adult pudding. He also touches on his current role for his family while living abroad in the Middle East. Raf reflects on his childhood memories and special Christmas moments that his hard-working, immigrant parents were able to provide for his family with limited finances; enforcing the point, that money doesn’t mean magic, and how he uses that to provide the same experience for his son currently. From the Pushing Back Chaos crew, we wish all of our listeners, a very merry Christmas and happy holiday season!  #hmg #veteran #podcast #heroesmediagroup #pushingbackchaos #Christmas #Christmasmemories #Christ #Memories #Nostalgia  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Christmas. That special time of year that we all look forward to with bright hopeful eyes and hearts. Praying for peace, heartfelt moments, and wonderful memories. Why is this that time? Why do we yearn for such feelings? What makes this time of year so special? Is it the places? The people? Or Is it simply just the magic of Christmas?  Please join us as we share our special Christmas episode and try to uncover the path to that Christmas magic. Mike shares some memories of both good and hard times during the holiday season. He reflects on a funny, family gift he received as a “naughty child.” His first Christmas after losing his father to cancer, and his current journey to create the Christmas environment for the next generation by learning to become what he loved. Melon shares memories of Christmas with the McFadden family in Australia, and some memorable bouts with wrapping paper and the family famous “enhanced“ adult pudding. He also touches on his current role for his family while living abroad in the Middle East. Raf reflects on his childhood memories and special Christmas moments that his hard-working, immigrant parents were able to provide for his family with limited finances; enforcing the point, that money doesn’t mean magic, and how he uses that to provide the same experience for his son currently. From the Pushing Back Chaos crew, we wish all of our listeners, a very merry Christmas and happy holiday season!  #hmg #veteran #podcast #heroesmediagroup #pushingbackchaos #Christmas #Christmasmemories #Christ #Memories #Nostalgia  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Christmas. That special time of year that we all look forward to with bright hopeful eyes and hearts. Praying for peace, heartfelt moments, and wonderful memories. Why is this that time? Why do we yearn for such feelings? What makes this time of year so special? Is it the places? The people? Or Is it simply just the magic of Christmas? 


Please join us as we share our special Christmas episode and try to uncover the path to that Christmas magic.


Mike shares some memories of both good and hard times during the holiday season. He reflects on a funny, family gift he received as a “naughty child.” His first Christmas after losing his father to cancer, and his current journey to create the Christmas environment for the next generation by learning to become what he loved.


Melon shares memories of Christmas with the McFadden family in Australia, and some memorable bouts with wrapping paper and the family famous “enhanced“ adult pudding. He also touches on his current role for his family while living abroad in the Middle East.


Raf reflects on his childhood memories and special Christmas moments that his hard-working, immigrant parents were able to provide for his family with limited finances; enforcing the point, that money doesn’t mean magic, and how he uses that to provide the same experience for his son currently.


From the Pushing Back Chaos crew, we wish all of our listeners, a very merry Christmas and happy holiday season! 


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]]> 3279 PBC, 029 - 5-Year Plan: Review and Update https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Planning. The process of considering and deciding on desirable goals and then mapping out a path to achieve them. This is the first step in causing a desired outcome to appear in reality. Putting a deadline onto the goal is what separates it from a dream and motivates us into action.  Back in 2020, your hosts went through the process of mapping out goals for themselves- big goals in a 5 year plan.  On Episode #18 of Not Your Average Operator, Melon, Mike and Raf independently came up with outcomes in a range of life areas.  All three hosts found it useful to look at large areas of their lives: emotional, professional, financial.  This episode is the essential next step- the review and update. An honest assessment is needed to get the data required for that mid-course update. This can be done on your own, or you can ask people you trust for feedback if your skin is extremely thick! How did they go?  How are you going with your large life goals? Let us know what your goals are, and how you have been tracking towards their achievement.  #hmg #veteran #podcast #heroesmediagroup #pushingbackchaos #5yearplan #planning #goals #review  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Planning. The process of considering and deciding on desirable goals and then mapping out a path to achieve them. This is the first step in causing a desired outcome to appear in reality. Putting a deadline onto the goal is what separates it from a dream and motivates us into action.  Back in 2020, your hosts went through the process of mapping out goals for themselves- big goals in a 5 year plan.  On Episode #18 of Not Your Average Operator, Melon, Mike and Raf independently came up with outcomes in a range of life areas.  All three hosts found it useful to look at large areas of their lives: emotional, professional, financial.  This episode is the essential next step- the review and update. An honest assessment is needed to get the data required for that mid-course update. This can be done on your own, or you can ask people you trust for feedback if your skin is extremely thick! How did they go?  How are you going with your large life goals? Let us know what your goals are, and how you have been tracking towards their achievement.  #hmg #veteran #podcast #heroesmediagroup #pushingbackchaos #5yearplan #planning #goals #review  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Planning. The process of considering and deciding on desirable goals and then mapping out a path to achieve them. This is the first step in causing a desired outcome to appear in reality. Putting a deadline onto the goal is what separates it from a dream and motivates us into action. 


Back in 2020, your hosts went through the process of mapping out goals for themselves- big goals in a 5 year plan. 


On Episode #18 of Not Your Average Operator, Melon, Mike and Raf independently came up with outcomes in a range of life areas. 


All three hosts found it useful to look at large areas of their lives: emotional, professional, financial. 


This episode is the essential next step- the review and update. An honest assessment is needed to get the data required for that mid-course update. This can be done on your own, or you can ask people you trust for feedback if your skin is extremely thick!


How did they go? 

How are you going with your large life goals?


Let us know what your goals are, and how you have been tracking towards their achievement. 


#hmg #veteran #podcast #heroesmediagroup #pushingbackchaos #5yearplan #planning #goals #review 


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 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB and IG!

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]]> 4220 PBC, Ep: 028 - The 12 Month Mirror https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Have you ever stopped and taken a look back at who you were at this time last year? Did you ever write down who you were, where you were, and why that was you? How about now? Who are you? How have you changed? What caused the change? What are you doing better at now than you were before? This week, the dynamic trio of Melon, Mike ,and Raf welcome their friend and fellow marine veteran, Jeff Skinner, to the show. Mike and Jeff met last year in Arlington National cemetery. A place of sacrifice, whispering stories of heroism, and an unrelenting feeling of wanting to be a better person.  Each of the guys open up and share their own list of words that described themselves one year ago, and fast forward to the present and evaluate who they have become for the better. Trying to demonstrate and lead by example, they show that the little things that we focus on every day will lead to the big things that we desire most in life. We challenge you to ask yourself who you were a year ago, and write down what has changed for you. Are you where you said you would be? Are you who you said you wanted to be? C’mon….lets have the conversation! PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Oneyearlater  #Thankful#oneyearchallenge #Dailypractice ##putinthework  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 08 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Have you ever stopped and taken a look back at who you were at this time last year? Did you ever write down who you were, where you were, and why that was you? How about now? Who are you? How have you changed? What caused the change? What are you doing better at now than you were before? This week, the dynamic trio of Melon, Mike ,and Raf welcome their friend and fellow marine veteran, Jeff Skinner, to the show. Mike and Jeff met last year in Arlington National cemetery. A place of sacrifice, whispering stories of heroism, and an unrelenting feeling of wanting to be a better person.  Each of the guys open up and share their own list of words that described themselves one year ago, and fast forward to the present and evaluate who they have become for the better. Trying to demonstrate and lead by example, they show that the little things that we focus on every day will lead to the big things that we desire most in life. We challenge you to ask yourself who you were a year ago, and write down what has changed for you. Are you where you said you would be? Are you who you said you wanted to be? C’mon….lets have the conversation! PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Oneyearlater  #Thankful#oneyearchallenge #Dailypractice ##putinthework  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have you ever stopped and taken a look back at who you were at this time last year? Did you ever write down who you were, where you were, and why that was you?


How about now? Who are you? How have you changed? What caused the change? What are you doing better at now than you were before?


This week, the dynamic trio of Melon, Mike ,and Raf welcome their friend and fellow marine veteran, Jeff Skinner, to the show. Mike and Jeff met last year in Arlington National cemetery. A place of sacrifice, whispering stories of heroism, and an unrelenting feeling of wanting to be a better person. 


Each of the guys open up and share their own list of words that described themselves one year ago, and fast forward to the present and evaluate who they have become for the better. Trying to demonstrate and lead by example, they show that the little things that we focus on every day will lead to the big things that we desire most in life.


We challenge you to ask yourself who you were a year ago, and write down what has changed for you.


Are you where you said you would be?


Are you who you said you wanted to be?


C’mon….lets have the conversation!


PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast

#HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Oneyearlater  #Thankful#oneyearchallenge #Dailypractice ##putinthework 


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]]> 3491 PBC, Ep: 027 - Thanksgiving Everyday https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ The boys, absent of Melon, carved out some time to have a sit down and talk about the busy holiday they all experienced this season. This was much a conversation between two friends just catching up, as much as it is on the power of exercising gratitude and positive affirmation. The guys talk about why Love is a Verb, and not just a word you should say out loud.  They share the steps and daily rituals they take to reach a heightened sense of their surroundings, and then overlap that consciousness with immense gratitude. A practice, they both agreed, has been transformational. Building on previous podcast episodes, they talk about “stacking those wins” first thing in the morning so that you can launch yourself at the world in the best version of yourself.  Not surprisingly, both Mike and Raf share the capacity, by which they’re able to accomplish in a day when they commit to waking up early. By an order of magnitude that is only comprehensible much further down the day, or week. Finally, they agree, and urge the listeners to practice reaching out within their circle, and telling their people why their grateful for their friendship. It’s effective to write it in a text, or even an email, but leaving it in a voice message is more personal, because it will feel like you’re standing in the room with them. It will have a positive effect who’s ripple has no end.  -What are you thankful for? -Write down at least 10 people, places, or things. -Share a kind message with at least 5 people. PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Thanksgiving #Thankful #Gratitude #Dailypractice Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 03 Dec 2022 15:40:09 -0000 full Heroes Media Group The boys, absent of Melon, carved out some time to have a sit down and talk about the busy holiday they all experienced this season. This was much a conversation between two friends just catching up, as much as it is on the power of exercising gratitude and positive affirmation. The guys talk about why Love is a Verb, and not just a word you should say out loud.  They share the steps and daily rituals they take to reach a heightened sense of their surroundings, and then overlap that consciousness with immense gratitude. A practice, they both agreed, has been transformational. Building on previous podcast episodes, they talk about “stacking those wins” first thing in the morning so that you can launch yourself at the world in the best version of yourself.  Not surprisingly, both Mike and Raf share the capacity, by which they’re able to accomplish in a day when they commit to waking up early. By an order of magnitude that is only comprehensible much further down the day, or week. Finally, they agree, and urge the listeners to practice reaching out within their circle, and telling their people why their grateful for their friendship. It’s effective to write it in a text, or even an email, but leaving it in a voice message is more personal, because it will feel like you’re standing in the room with them. It will have a positive effect who’s ripple has no end.  -What are you thankful for? -Write down at least 10 people, places, or things. -Share a kind message with at least 5 people. PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Thanksgiving #Thankful #Gratitude #Dailypractice Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The boys, absent of Melon, carved out some time to have a sit down and talk about the busy holiday they all experienced this season. This was much a conversation between two friends just catching up, as much as it is on the power of exercising gratitude and positive affirmation. The guys talk about why Love is a Verb, and not just a word you should say out loud. 


They share the steps and daily rituals they take to reach a heightened sense of their surroundings, and then overlap that consciousness with immense gratitude. A practice, they both agreed, has been transformational. Building on previous podcast episodes, they talk about “stacking those wins” first thing in the morning so that you can launch yourself at the world in the best version of yourself. 


Not surprisingly, both Mike and Raf share the capacity, by which they’re able to accomplish in a day when they commit to waking up early. By an order of magnitude that is only comprehensible much further down the day, or week. Finally, they agree, and urge the listeners to practice reaching out within their circle, and telling their people why their grateful for their friendship. It’s effective to write it in a text, or even an email, but leaving it in a voice message is more personal, because it will feel like you’re standing in the room with them. It will have a positive effect who’s ripple has no end. 


-What are you thankful for?


-Write down at least 10 people, places, or things.


-Share a kind message with at least 5 people.


PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast

#HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Thanksgiving #Thankful #Gratitude #Dailypractice


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 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB and IG!


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]]> 2659 PBC, Ep: 026 - Personal Development https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, the boys and their guest Nick Grossi, had a great discussion on the benefits of personal development. More importantly, they discussed why personal development isn’t just a set of activities that one does consistently to improve their capabilities and potential human capital; but instead the necessary path to improve your life, and those you impact most throughout your daily existence. All four men shared some of the tremendous growth they’ve achieved through various practices of personal development learned through trial and error, books, conversations, and self talk and self realization. They tried, as best as possible, to construct a quick, and effective framework that anyone can use to start their own journey of personal development. These are just some of the most fundamental pillars to begin your life long journey to reach the apex of what is possible. First, they all strongly agreed, you need to love yourself. Without achieving that, you’ll never be able to give everyone else the best version of yourself. Second, achieve your highest level of strength! Both in physical form, as well as, the form of emotional intelligence. Third, practice gratitude for everything good and bad that happens to you. Finally, know that the ultimate goal of creating the best version of yourself is simply to gift that person to the world. In other words, your pursuits for the best versions of yourself are really for everyone else’s benefit. You want to be the healthiest so that you can help others get healthy. You want to achieve financial independence so that you’re able to help those that need it. You want to be as strong as your body is capable, because one day, you might have to save a life, to include your own. This is a belief that runs deep through the core of all 4 men! We hope you consider your path to the best version of yourself. We’d love to meet him/her. Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to think of the other steps we can all use effectively to help us all grow and be a better society. We love reading your insights, feedback, and hopefully some recommendations for strong women to join this series! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 24 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, the boys and their guest Nick Grossi, had a great discussion on the benefits of personal development. More importantly, they discussed why personal development isn’t just a set of activities that one does consistently to improve their capabilities and potential human capital; but instead the necessary path to improve your life, and those you impact most throughout your daily existence. All four men shared some of the tremendous growth they’ve achieved through various practices of personal development learned through trial and error, books, conversations, and self talk and self realization. They tried, as best as possible, to construct a quick, and effective framework that anyone can use to start their own journey of personal development. These are just some of the most fundamental pillars to begin your life long journey to reach the apex of what is possible. First, they all strongly agreed, you need to love yourself. Without achieving that, you’ll never be able to give everyone else the best version of yourself. Second, achieve your highest level of strength! Both in physical form, as well as, the form of emotional intelligence. Third, practice gratitude for everything good and bad that happens to you. Finally, know that the ultimate goal of creating the best version of yourself is simply to gift that person to the world. In other words, your pursuits for the best versions of yourself are really for everyone else’s benefit. You want to be the healthiest so that you can help others get healthy. You want to achieve financial independence so that you’re able to help those that need it. You want to be as strong as your body is capable, because one day, you might have to save a life, to include your own. This is a belief that runs deep through the core of all 4 men! We hope you consider your path to the best version of yourself. We’d love to meet him/her. Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to think of the other steps we can all use effectively to help us all grow and be a better society. We love reading your insights, feedback, and hopefully some recommendations for strong women to join this series! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, the boys and their guest Nick Grossi, had a great discussion on the benefits of personal development. More importantly, they discussed why personal development isn’t just a set of activities that one does consistently to improve their capabilities and potential human capital; but instead the necessary path to improve your life, and those you impact most throughout your daily existence. All four men shared some of the tremendous growth they’ve achieved through various practices of personal development learned through trial and error, books, conversations, and self talk and self realization. They tried, as best as possible, to construct a quick, and effective framework that anyone can use to start their own journey of personal development. These are just some of the most fundamental pillars to begin your life long journey to reach the apex of what is possible. First, they all strongly agreed, you need to love yourself. Without achieving that, you’ll never be able to give everyone else the best version of yourself. Second, achieve your highest level of strength! Both in physical form, as well as, the form of emotional intelligence. Third, practice gratitude for everything good and bad that happens to you. Finally, know that the ultimate goal of creating the best version of yourself is simply to gift that person to the world. In other words, your pursuits for the best versions of yourself are really for everyone else’s benefit. You want to be the healthiest so that you can help others get healthy. You want to achieve financial independence so that you’re able to help those that need it. You want to be as strong as your body is capable, because one day, you might have to save a life, to include your own. This is a belief that runs deep through the core of all 4 men! We hope you consider your path to the best version of yourself. We’d love to meet him/her.


Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to think of the other steps we can all use effectively to help us all grow and be a better society. We love reading your insights, feedback, and hopefully some recommendations for strong women to join this series!

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]]> 3959 Ep: 025 - Service and Citizenship https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ As a follow up from a previous NYAO legacy episode (7) titled “Childhood Mentors“, Mike and Melon are pleased to welcome a very special guest to the show this week, Mr. Carl Huszar- U.S Army Vietnam veteran, 40+ year educator, and the current president of Mike’s hometown historical society.  As Mike’s former U.S History/Government teacher in High School, he expertly  instilled many of the values and lessons required to maintain security in a productive society,  that Mike has carried on and demonstrated throughout his 16 year military career. The three discuss some very important topics such as: -Military Service and it’s purpose -The importance of Citizenship -Understanding Government  -Veterans/Remembrance Day -Mentors/ Veteran influence in society -The importance to never stop learning! Who are some of your mentors? How have they changed your life? What kind of mentor are you and what are you passing on?  Have the conversation! PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Educator #Veteran #Citizen #Service #Teachers #Norwin  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group As a follow up from a previous NYAO legacy episode (7) titled “Childhood Mentors“, Mike and Melon are pleased to welcome a very special guest to the show this week, Mr. Carl Huszar- U.S Army Vietnam veteran, 40+ year educator, and the current president of Mike’s hometown historical society.  As Mike’s former U.S History/Government teacher in High School, he expertly  instilled many of the values and lessons required to maintain security in a productive society,  that Mike has carried on and demonstrated throughout his 16 year military career. The three discuss some very important topics such as: -Military Service and it’s purpose -The importance of Citizenship -Understanding Government  -Veterans/Remembrance Day -Mentors/ Veteran influence in society -The importance to never stop learning! Who are some of your mentors? How have they changed your life? What kind of mentor are you and what are you passing on?  Have the conversation! PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Educator #Veteran #Citizen #Service #Teachers #Norwin  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As a follow up from a previous NYAO legacy episode (7) titled “Childhood Mentors“, Mike and Melon are pleased to welcome a very special guest to the show this week, Mr. Carl Huszar- U.S Army Vietnam veteran, 40+ year educator, and the current president of Mike’s hometown historical society. 


As Mike’s former U.S History/Government teacher in High School, he expertly  instilled many of the values and lessons required to maintain security in a productive society,  that Mike has carried on and demonstrated throughout his 16 year military career.


The three discuss some very important topics such as:


-Military Service and it’s purpose

-The importance of Citizenship

-Understanding Government 

-Veterans/Remembrance Day

-Mentors/ Veteran influence in society

-The importance to never stop learning!


Who are some of your mentors?


How have they changed your life?


What kind of mentor are you and what are you passing on? 


Have the conversation!



PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast

#HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Educator #Veteran #Citizen #Service #Teachers #Norwin 


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Facebook

Instagram

Apple podcasts

Spotify

Linked In

Amazon Music

IHeart Radio

Heroes Media Group


Goals for the rest of 2022:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB and IG!

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]]> 3713 Ep: 024 - Strong Women Series: Taylor Ridge https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, the boys had the immense pleasure of having a sit down with a true legend, for those lucky enough to have served with her, in the Army Black Hawk Medevac community. You’ll agree that her resume and high functioning abilities seem only natural by products of her demeanor and unstoppable approach to life at large. Something we can all glean from! Major Taylor Ridge is a current transitioning Aeromedical Evacuation Officer who served 11 years holding multiple key leadership roles in and out of the cockpit. The most notable, and impactful in the community were as a U.S. Army Medevac Pilot in Command and Company Commander. Luckily for us, Raf had the serendipitous fortune of having served under Taylor, and deployed to Afghanistan together in 2015. More than a great Army officer, Tylor is the complete package to what leadership demands. Always fighting to keep a positive outlook, especially in the face of fierce adversity!  Her ability to articulate well made her approachable. More importantly, the soldiers that served with her, always knew she was there to protect them, above all. In the military, when people single you out as a leader they respect, naturally, you earn a nickname.. Enter Mama Llama! The shadow governor to the Combat Llamas, a legendary Air Medevac platoon in its own right. In this condensed window we make a concerted effort to unpack everything Taylor’s accomplished, and understand the nuances of why some things came easy to her, while others took a turn. You’ll be left speechless after you hear some of the stories involving Black Hawk crash and when she recounts the moment being shot while responding to a medevac mission. Undoubtedly, you’ll be left wanting to hear more of her story, because we certainly did! Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to think of the strong women around them. We love reading your insights, feedback, and hopefully some recommendations for strong women to join this series!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Memorial #WorldTradeCenter #9/11Memorial  Message and Check Us Out On:  pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG Apple podcasts Spotify Linkdin Amazon Music iHeart Radio Heroes Media Group GOALS for the rest of 2022:  -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG!!!!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 10 Nov 2022 19:24:49 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, the boys had the immense pleasure of having a sit down with a true legend, for those lucky enough to have served with her, in the Army Black Hawk Medevac community. You’ll agree that her resume and high functioning abilities seem only natural by products of her demeanor and unstoppable approach to life at large. Something we can all glean from! Major Taylor Ridge is a current transitioning Aeromedical Evacuation Officer who served 11 years holding multiple key leadership roles in and out of the cockpit. The most notable, and impactful in the community were as a U.S. Army Medevac Pilot in Command and Company Commander. Luckily for us, Raf had the serendipitous fortune of having served under Taylor, and deployed to Afghanistan together in 2015. More than a great Army officer, Tylor is the complete package to what leadership demands. Always fighting to keep a positive outlook, especially in the face of fierce adversity!  Her ability to articulate well made her approachable. More importantly, the soldiers that served with her, always knew she was there to protect them, above all. In the military, when people single you out as a leader they respect, naturally, you earn a nickname.. Enter Mama Llama! The shadow governor to the Combat Llamas, a legendary Air Medevac platoon in its own right. In this condensed window we make a concerted effort to unpack everything Taylor’s accomplished, and understand the nuances of why some things came easy to her, while others took a turn. You’ll be left speechless after you hear some of the stories involving Black Hawk crash and when she recounts the moment being shot while responding to a medevac mission. Undoubtedly, you’ll be left wanting to hear more of her story, because we certainly did! Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to think of the strong women around them. We love reading your insights, feedback, and hopefully some recommendations for strong women to join this series!    #PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Memorial #WorldTradeCenter #9/11Memorial  Message and Check Us Out On:  pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG Apple podcasts Spotify Linkdin Amazon Music iHeart Radio Heroes Media Group GOALS for the rest of 2022:  -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG!!!!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, the boys had the immense pleasure of having a sit down with a true legend, for those lucky enough to have served with her, in the Army Black Hawk Medevac community. You’ll agree that her resume and high functioning abilities seem only natural by products of her demeanor and unstoppable approach to life at large. Something we can all glean from! Major Taylor Ridge is a current transitioning Aeromedical Evacuation Officer who served 11 years holding multiple key leadership roles in and out of the cockpit. The most notable, and impactful in the community were as a U.S. Army Medevac Pilot in Command and Company Commander. Luckily for us, Raf had the serendipitous fortune of having served under Taylor, and deployed to Afghanistan together in 2015. More than a great Army officer, Tylor is the complete package to what leadership demands. Always fighting to keep a positive outlook, especially in the face of fierce adversity!  Her ability to articulate well made her approachable. More importantly, the soldiers that served with her, always knew she was there to protect them, above all. In the military, when people single you out as a leader they respect, naturally, you earn a nickname.. Enter Mama Llama! The shadow governor to the Combat Llamas, a legendary Air Medevac platoon in its own right. In this condensed window we make a concerted effort to unpack everything Taylor’s accomplished, and understand the nuances of why some things came easy to her, while others took a turn. You’ll be left speechless after you hear some of the stories involving Black Hawk crash and when she recounts the moment being shot while responding to a medevac mission. Undoubtedly, you’ll be left wanting to hear more of her story, because we certainly did!


Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to think of the strong women around them. We love reading your insights, feedback, and hopefully some recommendations for strong women to join this series! 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Memorial #WorldTradeCenter #9/11Memorial 

Message and Check Us Out On: 

pushingbackchaos@gmail.com

pushingbackchaos @ IG

Apple podcasts

Spotify

Linkdin

Amazon Music

iHeart Radio

Heroes Media Group


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-100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB and IG!!!!  




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]]> 4207 PBC, 023 - The importance of Empathy https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ “Acquire the habit of attending carefully to what is being said by another, and of entering, so far as possible, into the mind of the speaker” -       Marcus Aurelius   Empathy. The ability to imagine what it is like to be another person, or to put yourselves into their shoes.   Why is it that this aspect of human character is so highly prized in the professional and interpersonal space right now?   How can we apply this when we need it most- in high pressure works situations, or when we are having trials in our intimate relationships?   This is an area where we can all experience being frustrated or stuck, but if we are able to relate from a place of empathy, we can have tremendous break throughs where it matters most.   Join Mike, Melon and Raf as they cover what has worked for them, and where they draw inspiration from when they need to level up and deal with a tough scenario.    Let us know how you have developed this essential part of your character, and what results you’ve generated when you have had a breakthrough.   Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG   #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #empathy #stevencovey #stoic   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 03 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group “Acquire the habit of attending carefully to what is being said by another, and of entering, so far as possible, into the mind of the speaker” -       Marcus Aurelius   Empathy. The ability to imagine what it is like to be another person, or to put yourselves into their shoes.   Why is it that this aspect of human character is so highly prized in the professional and interpersonal space right now?   How can we apply this when we need it most- in high pressure works situations, or when we are having trials in our intimate relationships?   This is an area where we can all experience being frustrated or stuck, but if we are able to relate from a place of empathy, we can have tremendous break throughs where it matters most.   Join Mike, Melon and Raf as they cover what has worked for them, and where they draw inspiration from when they need to level up and deal with a tough scenario.    Let us know how you have developed this essential part of your character, and what results you’ve generated when you have had a breakthrough.   Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG   #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #empathy #stevencovey #stoic   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices “Acquire the habit of attending carefully to what is being said by another, and of entering, so far as possible, into the mind of the speaker”

-       Marcus Aurelius

 

Empathy. The ability to imagine what it is like to be another person, or to put yourselves into their shoes.

 

Why is it that this aspect of human character is so highly prized in the professional and interpersonal space right now?

 

How can we apply this when we need it most- in high pressure works situations, or when we are having trials in our intimate relationships?

 

This is an area where we can all experience being frustrated or stuck, but if we are able to relate from a place of empathy, we can have tremendous break throughs where it matters most.

 

Join Mike, Melon and Raf as they cover what has worked for them, and where they draw inspiration from when they need to level up and deal with a tough scenario. 

 

Let us know how you have developed this essential part of your character, and what results you’ve generated when you have had a breakthrough.

 

Goals for the rest of 2022:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB and IG

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #empathy #stevencovey #stoic

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com

 

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]]> 3715 PBC. Ep: 022 - Purpose over Pleasure “It is a sin to pursue pleasure as a good and to avoid pain as a evil.” - Marcus Aurelius Everyday will test you. That test is unique and tailored to each one of us, because our fears are unique to us. You need to know this the second  you wake up. Life is going to test you, and you MUST be prepared. Melon, Mike and Raf enjoyed a powerful conversation with their guest Nick Grossi. Nick, a former Marine veteran, and aspiring entrepreneur talked about the life altering effects when one chooses to seek purpose over pleasure. They recount the exponential gifts that abound in your life when you practice authenticity and honesty. Honesty with the person staring back in the mirror. The boys sat inspired listening to Nick’s voyage in his pursuit to become the best version of himself. They all agreed that reaching the apex of one’s ability should never be about yourself, but rather for those you love, your friends, and your community. Nick takes us through his daily steps to stay committed, and compares the contrast of what life was like before he built this framework. He opens up about mentors and heroes in his life. Most notably, his Father, and his mentor Wes Watson (@Watson_Fit). Even more crucial to him, is the ability to impact the masses with the same blessings that have been bestowed on him. Not surprisingly, he starts his days at 4 a.m. and walks into the gym to prepare his mind for the day. When you put purpose over pleasure, you guide yourself and others to the best existence on this earth. More importantly, you gain a strength that you never knew was already inside you, waiting to be released.  “Look well into thyself; there is a source of strength which will always spring up if thou wilt always look.” - Marcus Aurelius Let us know how you find purpose over pleasure. What has worked best for you?    Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #learning #newrole #expertise #nickgrossi_ PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group “It is a sin to pursue pleasure as a good and to avoid pain as a evil.” - Marcus Aurelius Everyday will test you. That test is unique and tailored to each one of us, because our fears are unique to us. You need to know this the second  you wake up. Life is going to test you, and you MUST be prepared. Melon, Mike and Raf enjoyed a powerful conversation with their guest Nick Grossi. Nick, a former Marine veteran, and aspiring entrepreneur talked about the life altering effects when one chooses to seek purpose over pleasure. They recount the exponential gifts that abound in your life when you practice authenticity and honesty. Honesty with the person staring back in the mirror. The boys sat inspired listening to Nick’s voyage in his pursuit to become the best version of himself. They all agreed that reaching the apex of one’s ability should never be about yourself, but rather for those you love, your friends, and your community. Nick takes us through his daily steps to stay committed, and compares the contrast of what life was like before he built this framework. He opens up about mentors and heroes in his life. Most notably, his Father, and his mentor Wes Watson (@Watson_Fit). Even more crucial to him, is the ability to impact the masses with the same blessings that have been bestowed on him. Not surprisingly, he starts his days at 4 a.m. and walks into the gym to prepare his mind for the day. When you put purpose over pleasure, you guide yourself and others to the best existence on this earth. More importantly, you gain a strength that you never knew was already inside you, waiting to be released.  “Look well into thyself; there is a source of strength which will always spring up if thou wilt always look.” - Marcus Aurelius Let us know how you find purpose over pleasure. What has worked best for you?    Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #learning #newrole #expertise #nickgrossi_ PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices “It is a sin to pursue pleasure as a good and to avoid pain as a evil.” - Marcus Aurelius


Everyday will test you. That test is unique and tailored to each one of us, because our fears are unique to us. You need to know this the second  you wake up. Life is going to test you, and you MUST be prepared.


Melon, Mike and Raf enjoyed a powerful conversation with their guest Nick Grossi. Nick, a former Marine veteran, and aspiring entrepreneur talked about the life altering effects when one chooses to seek purpose over pleasure. They recount the exponential gifts that abound in your life when you practice authenticity and honesty. Honesty with the person staring back in the mirror. The boys sat inspired listening to Nick’s voyage in his pursuit to become the best version of himself. They all agreed that reaching the apex of one’s ability should never be about yourself, but rather for those you love, your friends, and your community. Nick takes us through his daily steps to stay committed, and compares the contrast of what life was like before he built this framework. He opens up about mentors and heroes in his life. Most notably, his Father, and his mentor Wes Watson (@Watson_Fit). Even more crucial to him, is the ability to impact the masses with the same blessings that have been bestowed on him. Not surprisingly, he starts his days at 4 a.m. and walks into the gym to prepare his mind for the day. When you put purpose over pleasure, you guide yourself and others to the best existence on this earth. More importantly, you gain a strength that you never knew was already inside you, waiting to be released. 


“Look well into thyself; there is a source of strength which will always spring up if thou wilt always look.” - Marcus Aurelius




Let us know how you find purpose over pleasure. What has worked best for you? 

 

Goals for the rest of 2022:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB and IG


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #learning #newrole #expertise #nickgrossi_


PushingBackChaos@gmail.com

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]]> 3513 PBC, 021 - Pushing Back Chaos https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ On this episode of Pushing Back Chaos…. we are on The Decision Hour, with our friend and host Adam Bird As long time friends, the four open up and peel back the layers on why they have pursued podcasting and name some of the main life events that have guided them to find purpose in helping others while helping themselves throughout everyday challenging times.  From struggles with manhood, to combat, healthy communication,and to relationships, they leave no stone unturned. This is an episode you don’t want to miss! #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Thedecisionhour  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 21 Oct 2022 12:34:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group On this episode of Pushing Back Chaos…. we are on The Decision Hour, with our friend and host Adam Bird As long time friends, the four open up and peel back the layers on why they have pursued podcasting and name some of the main life events that have guided them to find purpose in helping others while helping themselves throughout everyday challenging times.  From struggles with manhood, to combat, healthy communication,and to relationships, they leave no stone unturned. This is an episode you don’t want to miss! #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Thedecisionhour  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this episode of Pushing Back Chaos…. we are on The Decision Hour, with our friend and host Adam Bird


As long time friends, the four open up and peel back the layers on why they have pursued podcasting and name some of the main life events that have guided them to find purpose in helping others while helping themselves throughout everyday challenging times. 


From struggles with manhood, to combat, healthy communication,and to relationships, they leave no stone unturned. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast

#HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans

#Thedecisionhour 


Check us out on:


Facebook

Instagram

Apple podcasts

Spotify

Linked In

Amazon Music

IHeart Radio

Heroes Media Group


Goals for the rest of 2022:

 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB and IG!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 4608 PBC, Ep: 020 - Lifelong learning for new roles https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ We will all face new roles. Yesterday’s solution is not going to cut if for tomorrow’s challenge.   These new roles will occur professionally as promotions, or entirely new career paths. They will also occur in our personal life. New friendships. Singles become couples. Couples become parents.   Mike and Melon have both repeatedly moved into new roles, and are facing new roles in their near future. They get together, bringing what has worked for them in the past, and to try and learn from how each other is aiming to grow and adapt in the near future.    How should we present and interact as we move into new roles and new relationships? How can we unite a new team? How do we create expertise? Is it just down to genetics and innate intelligence?   Do we live inside a fixed or growth mindset? How can we deal with limiting self-beliefs and generate an open ended and positive attitude towards our abilities?   Can we build multiple areas of deep expertise as we move through our life if we develop the attitude of being a lifelong learner?   Let us know how you adapt and move into new roles. What has worked best for you?    Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG   #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #learning #newrole #expertise    PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 13 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group We will all face new roles. Yesterday’s solution is not going to cut if for tomorrow’s challenge.   These new roles will occur professionally as promotions, or entirely new career paths. They will also occur in our personal life. New friendships. Singles become couples. Couples become parents.   Mike and Melon have both repeatedly moved into new roles, and are facing new roles in their near future. They get together, bringing what has worked for them in the past, and to try and learn from how each other is aiming to grow and adapt in the near future.    How should we present and interact as we move into new roles and new relationships? How can we unite a new team? How do we create expertise? Is it just down to genetics and innate intelligence?   Do we live inside a fixed or growth mindset? How can we deal with limiting self-beliefs and generate an open ended and positive attitude towards our abilities?   Can we build multiple areas of deep expertise as we move through our life if we develop the attitude of being a lifelong learner?   Let us know how you adapt and move into new roles. What has worked best for you?    Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG   #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #learning #newrole #expertise    PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We will all face new roles. Yesterday’s solution is not going to cut if for tomorrow’s challenge.

 

These new roles will occur professionally as promotions, or entirely new career paths. They will also occur in our personal life. New friendships. Singles become couples. Couples become parents.

 

Mike and Melon have both repeatedly moved into new roles, and are facing new roles in their near future. They get together, bringing what has worked for them in the past, and to try and learn from how each other is aiming to grow and adapt in the near future. 

 

How should we present and interact as we move into new roles and new relationships? How can we unite a new team? How do we create expertise? Is it just down to genetics and innate intelligence?

 

Do we live inside a fixed or growth mindset? How can we deal with limiting self-beliefs and generate an open ended and positive attitude towards our abilities?

 

Can we build multiple areas of deep expertise as we move through our life if we develop the attitude of being a lifelong learner?

 

Let us know how you adapt and move into new roles. What has worked best for you? 

 

Goals for the rest of 2022:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB and IG

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #learning #newrole #expertise 

 

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]]> 3660 PBC, Ep: 019 - Overt vs Covert Lifestyle https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Overt: Done or shown openly. Plainly apparent.   Covert: Not openly acknowledged or displayed. Veiled, secret or hidden.   Military operations are conducted either out in the open, with part of the aim being a display of capability, or are conducted in darkness and secrecy, aiming to keep the enemy unaware or unsure of what has been done.  Your team have all conducted both overt and covert operations during their time in uniform, and are all familiar with techniques and methods for success with both styles. During this conversation, they aim to bring this concept of open vs hidden operations into the personal domain. What should be conducted in public view, compared to what should remain private? We live in a different world now, with 24/7 social media and an increasingly common cultural preference for transmitting our lives overtly. When was the last time you reviewed your social media settings? When was the last time you thought about your overall social media profile and behaviour? How much of your life is on full display? Would a quick search by a potential future employer be improve your career prospects? Alternately, what is the optimum level of transparency inside your family and personal relationships? Should we utilise the same level of secrecy or openness? Let us know whether you feel overt or covert styles are best, and in which area of your lives.     Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG   #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #overt #covert #transparency    PushingBackChaos@gmail.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 06 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Overt: Done or shown openly. Plainly apparent.   Covert: Not openly acknowledged or displayed. Veiled, secret or hidden.   Military operations are conducted either out in the open, with part of the aim being a display of capability, or are conducted in darkness and secrecy, aiming to keep the enemy unaware or unsure of what has been done.  Your team have all conducted both overt and covert operations during their time in uniform, and are all familiar with techniques and methods for success with both styles. During this conversation, they aim to bring this concept of open vs hidden operations into the personal domain. What should be conducted in public view, compared to what should remain private? We live in a different world now, with 24/7 social media and an increasingly common cultural preference for transmitting our lives overtly. When was the last time you reviewed your social media settings? When was the last time you thought about your overall social media profile and behaviour? How much of your life is on full display? Would a quick search by a potential future employer be improve your career prospects? Alternately, what is the optimum level of transparency inside your family and personal relationships? Should we utilise the same level of secrecy or openness? Let us know whether you feel overt or covert styles are best, and in which area of your lives.     Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG   #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #overt #covert #transparency    PushingBackChaos@gmail.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Overt: Done or shown openly. Plainly apparent.

 

Covert: Not openly acknowledged or displayed. Veiled, secret or hidden.

 

Military operations are conducted either out in the open, with part of the aim being a display of capability, or are conducted in darkness and secrecy, aiming to keep the enemy unaware or unsure of what has been done. 


Your team have all conducted both overt and covert operations during their time in uniform, and are all familiar with techniques and methods for success with both styles.


During this conversation, they aim to bring this concept of open vs hidden operations into the personal domain. What should be conducted in public view, compared to what should remain private? We live in a different world now, with 24/7 social media and an increasingly common cultural preference for transmitting our lives overtly.


When was the last time you reviewed your social media settings? When was the last time you thought about your overall social media profile and behaviour? How much of your life is on full display? Would a quick search by a potential future employer be improve your career prospects?


Alternately, what is the optimum level of transparency inside your family and personal relationships? Should we utilise the same level of secrecy or openness?


Let us know whether you feel overt or covert styles are best, and in which area of your lives.  

 

Goals for the rest of 2022:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB and IG

 

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]]> 3662 PBC, Ep: 018 - Facing Fear https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Everyone has something they are scared of. It follows you throughout the day and goes to bed with you at night. Just the thought of it can bring anxiety, uneasiness, stress, or even pain.  But when we take a step back, what really is fear? Is it some invisible force acting upon us? Or is it our own actions and perceptions that put ourselves in that worrisome space? This week, Raf and Mike are joined by special guest and friend, BJ Finney, former NFL offensive lineman, to discuss the following questions: What is fear? Why do I feel the way I do with fear? What can I do to approach it and conquer it? The team shares some personal experiences while discussing fears of their own. Raf shares his story from Afghanistan 2012 when some of his friends were shot down in an army Blackhawk by the enemy and having to make the choice to return to the same area to fight the enemy. BJ talks about his time in NFL training camp when he experienced a heart condition scare during a team workout, and Mike talks about a dive operation in which he blacked out and drowned but was rescued and had to make the decision to return to the water the next day. Everyone experiences fear. What separates some from others is how they either run from it, face it, or live with it. Which do you choose to do? PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Fear #Faceyourfears  #Lookinthemirror  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Everyone has something they are scared of. It follows you throughout the day and goes to bed with you at night. Just the thought of it can bring anxiety, uneasiness, stress, or even pain.  But when we take a step back, what really is fear? Is it some invisible force acting upon us? Or is it our own actions and perceptions that put ourselves in that worrisome space? This week, Raf and Mike are joined by special guest and friend, BJ Finney, former NFL offensive lineman, to discuss the following questions: What is fear? Why do I feel the way I do with fear? What can I do to approach it and conquer it? The team shares some personal experiences while discussing fears of their own. Raf shares his story from Afghanistan 2012 when some of his friends were shot down in an army Blackhawk by the enemy and having to make the choice to return to the same area to fight the enemy. BJ talks about his time in NFL training camp when he experienced a heart condition scare during a team workout, and Mike talks about a dive operation in which he blacked out and drowned but was rescued and had to make the decision to return to the water the next day. Everyone experiences fear. What separates some from others is how they either run from it, face it, or live with it. Which do you choose to do? PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Fear #Faceyourfears  #Lookinthemirror  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Everyone has something they are scared of. It follows you throughout the day and goes to bed with you at night. Just the thought of it can bring anxiety, uneasiness, stress, or even pain.  But when we take a step back, what really is fear? Is it some invisible force acting upon us? Or is it our own actions and perceptions that put ourselves in that worrisome space?


This week, Raf and Mike are joined by special guest and friend, BJ Finney, former NFL offensive lineman, to discuss the following questions:


What is fear?


Why do I feel the way I do with fear?


What can I do to approach it and conquer it?


The team shares some personal experiences while discussing fears of their own. Raf shares his story from Afghanistan 2012 when some of his friends were shot down in an army Blackhawk by the enemy and having to make the choice to return to the same area to fight the enemy. BJ talks about his time in NFL training camp when he experienced a heart condition scare during a team workout, and Mike talks about a dive operation in which he blacked out and drowned but was rescued and had to make the decision to return to the water the next day.


Everyone experiences fear. What separates some from others is how they either run from it, face it, or live with it.


Which do you choose to do?


PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast

#HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Fear #Faceyourfears 

#Lookinthemirror 


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]]> 3707 PBC, Ep: 017 - Fatherhood https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, Melon and Raf sat down for a Q&A about some of the lessons, convictions, and mistakes they’ve gleaned about Fatherhood. Our long-time listeners know how earnestly, both Raf and Melon, take their roles as fathers. They share some of the strategies that they’ve found successful, as well as changes that they didn’t foresee coming. Both men, in agreement, share the importance and looming understanding of the role time plays in our lives. More specifically, the pressure they feel knowing time runs out for all of us. And their strategies for imparting as much experience and knowledge while they still have the time. Similarly, they both discuss the dichotomy of working hard to achieve financial stability for your family, while maximizing your work-life balance, and the never ending challenges that seem to be innately familiar to all of us. Finally, Raf and Melon discuss some of the challenges they had to overcome with their spouses about issues they stood in contrast about, and the methods they used to resolve the conflict. .  Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about what you’ve gleaned from Fatherhood and/or Motherhood. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.    #PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #fatherhood #father #parenting Message and Check Us Out On:  pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG Apple podcasts Spotify Linkdin Amazon Music iHeart Radio Heroes Media Group GOALS for the rest of 2022:  -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 Sep 2022 10:35:25 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, Melon and Raf sat down for a Q&A about some of the lessons, convictions, and mistakes they’ve gleaned about Fatherhood. Our long-time listeners know how earnestly, both Raf and Melon, take their roles as fathers. They share some of the strategies that they’ve found successful, as well as changes that they didn’t foresee coming. Both men, in agreement, share the importance and looming understanding of the role time plays in our lives. More specifically, the pressure they feel knowing time runs out for all of us. And their strategies for imparting as much experience and knowledge while they still have the time. Similarly, they both discuss the dichotomy of working hard to achieve financial stability for your family, while maximizing your work-life balance, and the never ending challenges that seem to be innately familiar to all of us. Finally, Raf and Melon discuss some of the challenges they had to overcome with their spouses about issues they stood in contrast about, and the methods they used to resolve the conflict. .  Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about what you’ve gleaned from Fatherhood and/or Motherhood. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.    #PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #fatherhood #father #parenting Message and Check Us Out On:  pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG Apple podcasts Spotify Linkdin Amazon Music iHeart Radio Heroes Media Group GOALS for the rest of 2022:  -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, Melon and Raf sat down for a Q&A about some of the lessons, convictions, and mistakes they’ve gleaned about Fatherhood. Our long-time listeners know how earnestly, both Raf and Melon, take their roles as fathers. They share some of the strategies that they’ve found successful, as well as changes that they didn’t foresee coming. Both men, in agreement, share the importance and looming understanding of the role time plays in our lives. More specifically, the pressure they feel knowing time runs out for all of us. And their strategies for imparting as much experience and knowledge while they still have the time. Similarly, they both discuss the dichotomy of working hard to achieve financial stability for your family, while maximizing your work-life balance, and the never ending challenges that seem to be innately familiar to all of us. Finally, Raf and Melon discuss some of the challenges they had to overcome with their spouses about issues they stood in contrast about, and the methods they used to resolve the conflict. . 


Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about what you’ve gleaned from Fatherhood and/or Motherhood. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day. 

 

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]]> 3695 PBC, Ep: 016 - Books; Goals; Last hard thing https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This conversation is the result of a classic Pushing Back Chaos three time-zone rendezvous across the globe- Raf in an overnight airport crash pad about to fly home; Mike racing in from a training session with his men; and Melon getting up in the middle of the night.   Books The three cover off recently read books. Raf will give you an update from Dr David Sinclair and his life extension research in his book “Lifespan”. Melon has been reading “Sapiens”, by Yuval Noah Harari, on human development from hunter gatherer to modern life. Mike fills us in on leadership insights from “The Wisdom Lunch Warrior” by Rod Olson.   12 Month Goals Tio lets us know how important time is with his young son, and shares a goal around coaching- and you’ll be left in no doubt as to how seriously he is taking this aspect of his family life. Melon likewise is in the midst of updating his son’s coaching team, aiming to bring some rigour and professionalism to his club; but his main focus is on clarity for his next career step, and his family’s possible return to Australia. Mike has got a huge task ahead of him in his professional life as he takes command of a team, and his highest priority in this area may surprise you.   Last hard thing Your team finish with an unflinching talk about the most recent hard thing they have each done.    Honesty, integrity and humility are what they attempt to maintain through this conversation.    Let us know books that have impacted you, what your goals are and what you have done recently that was genuinely hard.   Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG   #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #lifegoals #goodbooks #difficult #leadership   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This conversation is the result of a classic Pushing Back Chaos three time-zone rendezvous across the globe- Raf in an overnight airport crash pad about to fly home; Mike racing in from a training session with his men; and Melon getting up in the middle of the night.   Books The three cover off recently read books. Raf will give you an update from Dr David Sinclair and his life extension research in his book “Lifespan”. Melon has been reading “Sapiens”, by Yuval Noah Harari, on human development from hunter gatherer to modern life. Mike fills us in on leadership insights from “The Wisdom Lunch Warrior” by Rod Olson.   12 Month Goals Tio lets us know how important time is with his young son, and shares a goal around coaching- and you’ll be left in no doubt as to how seriously he is taking this aspect of his family life. Melon likewise is in the midst of updating his son’s coaching team, aiming to bring some rigour and professionalism to his club; but his main focus is on clarity for his next career step, and his family’s possible return to Australia. Mike has got a huge task ahead of him in his professional life as he takes command of a team, and his highest priority in this area may surprise you.   Last hard thing Your team finish with an unflinching talk about the most recent hard thing they have each done.    Honesty, integrity and humility are what they attempt to maintain through this conversation.    Let us know books that have impacted you, what your goals are and what you have done recently that was genuinely hard.   Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG   #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #lifegoals #goodbooks #difficult #leadership   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This conversation is the result of a classic Pushing Back Chaos three time-zone rendezvous across the globe- Raf in an overnight airport crash pad about to fly home; Mike racing in from a training session with his men; and Melon getting up in the middle of the night.

 

Books

The three cover off recently read books. Raf will give you an update from Dr David Sinclair and his life extension research in his book “Lifespan”. Melon has been reading “Sapiens”, by Yuval Noah Harari, on human development from hunter gatherer to modern life. Mike fills us in on leadership insights from “The Wisdom Lunch Warrior” by Rod Olson.

 

12 Month Goals

Tio lets us know how important time is with his young son, and shares a goal around coaching- and you’ll be left in no doubt as to how seriously he is taking this aspect of his family life. Melon likewise is in the midst of updating his son’s coaching team, aiming to bring some rigour and professionalism to his club; but his main focus is on clarity for his next career step, and his family’s possible return to Australia. Mike has got a huge task ahead of him in his professional life as he takes command of a team, and his highest priority in this area may surprise you.

 

Last hard thing

Your team finish with an unflinching talk about the most recent hard thing they have each done. 

 

Honesty, integrity and humility are what they attempt to maintain through this conversation. 

 

Let us know books that have impacted you, what your goals are and what you have done recently that was genuinely hard.

 

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-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB and IG

 

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]]> 3709 PBC: 015 - Know your Value https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Life beats us down. It’s unforgiving at times. We’ve been lost, deceived, injured, heartbroken, etc. Everybody goes through tough and challenging times. As we say, “Nobody gets a pass!” What we also must remember is that our personal VALUE must remain in the mirror at all times. What do we mean to ourself? Our family? Our friends? Our team at work? Or how about to those you don’t even know that you affect? There is a stigma out there that echoes “Once you have been beaten down, broken, made mistakes, had your heart broken, or injured…you no longer have value and are expendable or replaceable.” THIS IS NOT THE TRUTH!  This week, we dive into the meaning of true value and fake value and how it plays a major rule in our everyday lives and discuss some ways we can remember our value when the times are the toughest. Do you struggle with realizing your value?  Join us on the conversation! We can help you realize your value to this world! #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Value #PersonalValue #Selfworth #Selfrespect    Message and Check Us Out On: pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG and FB #Applepodcasts #Spotify #Linkdin #AmazonMusic #iHeartRadio #Heroes Media Group   GOALS for the rest of 2022: -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG!!!!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 08 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Life beats us down. It’s unforgiving at times. We’ve been lost, deceived, injured, heartbroken, etc. Everybody goes through tough and challenging times. As we say, “Nobody gets a pass!” What we also must remember is that our personal VALUE must remain in the mirror at all times. What do we mean to ourself? Our family? Our friends? Our team at work? Or how about to those you don’t even know that you affect? There is a stigma out there that echoes “Once you have been beaten down, broken, made mistakes, had your heart broken, or injured…you no longer have value and are expendable or replaceable.” THIS IS NOT THE TRUTH!  This week, we dive into the meaning of true value and fake value and how it plays a major rule in our everyday lives and discuss some ways we can remember our value when the times are the toughest. Do you struggle with realizing your value?  Join us on the conversation! We can help you realize your value to this world! #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Value #PersonalValue #Selfworth #Selfrespect    Message and Check Us Out On: pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG and FB #Applepodcasts #Spotify #Linkdin #AmazonMusic #iHeartRadio #Heroes Media Group   GOALS for the rest of 2022: -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG!!!!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Life beats us down. It’s unforgiving at times. We’ve been lost, deceived, injured, heartbroken, etc. Everybody goes through tough and challenging times. As we say, “Nobody gets a pass!”


What we also must remember is that our personal VALUE must remain in the mirror at all times. What do we mean to ourself? Our family? Our friends? Our team at work? Or how about to those you don’t even know that you affect?


There is a stigma out there that echoes “Once you have been beaten down, broken, made mistakes, had your heart broken, or injured…you no longer have value and are expendable or replaceable.”


THIS IS NOT THE TRUTH! 


This week, we dive into the meaning of true value and fake value and how it plays a major rule in our everyday lives and discuss some ways we can remember our value when the times are the toughest.


Do you struggle with realizing your value? 

Join us on the conversation! We can help you realize your value to this world!


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Value #PersonalValue #Selfworth #Selfrespect 

 

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]]> 3294 PBC, 014 - Recovering from Mistakes https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, the boys discussed the difficulty and challenges we face when we try to right a wrong. More pointedly, they discuss the times they each made catastrophic mistakes that didn't just cause them pain, but hurt those closest around them. With some of these mistakes, came great shame and disappointment in themselves. Similarly, they talked in great detail about the crucible they had to endure to get back to the right path of righting that wrong, and most importantly, easing some of the pain they had cultivated with their mistakes.  Raf talks about his insidious fight with porn addiction that happened nearly overnight. He talked about the pain he caused in his marriage, but also the steps he took, as well as, the people he leaned on to escape that destructive environment.  Melon discusses his earlier dating years where he learned the real cost of being honest, but most importantly, salvaging the relationship with the woman he would eventually marry.  Finally, Mike shares his experiences and some painful mistakes, and insights he recognized after his failed marriage. All together, they agree that above all, being honest with yourself is the most important first step before you head into that crucible.  If you don’t recognize that person in the mirror, then that might be the very wake up call you need to find the courage, and expose those weaknesses to those you love most. Remembering that our goal should always be to live outside of the shadows.   Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about a time when you made a catastrophic mistake, and more importantly, how you found redemption.. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.   #PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Makingmistakes #Humility #Correctingmistakes    Message and Check Us Out On: pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG Apple podcasts Spotify Linkdin Amazon Music iHeart Radio Heroes Media Group   GOALS for the rest of 2022: -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG!!!!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 01 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, the boys discussed the difficulty and challenges we face when we try to right a wrong. More pointedly, they discuss the times they each made catastrophic mistakes that didn't just cause them pain, but hurt those closest around them. With some of these mistakes, came great shame and disappointment in themselves. Similarly, they talked in great detail about the crucible they had to endure to get back to the right path of righting that wrong, and most importantly, easing some of the pain they had cultivated with their mistakes.  Raf talks about his insidious fight with porn addiction that happened nearly overnight. He talked about the pain he caused in his marriage, but also the steps he took, as well as, the people he leaned on to escape that destructive environment.  Melon discusses his earlier dating years where he learned the real cost of being honest, but most importantly, salvaging the relationship with the woman he would eventually marry.  Finally, Mike shares his experiences and some painful mistakes, and insights he recognized after his failed marriage. All together, they agree that above all, being honest with yourself is the most important first step before you head into that crucible.  If you don’t recognize that person in the mirror, then that might be the very wake up call you need to find the courage, and expose those weaknesses to those you love most. Remembering that our goal should always be to live outside of the shadows.   Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about a time when you made a catastrophic mistake, and more importantly, how you found redemption.. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.   #PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Makingmistakes #Humility #Correctingmistakes    Message and Check Us Out On: pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG Apple podcasts Spotify Linkdin Amazon Music iHeart Radio Heroes Media Group   GOALS for the rest of 2022: -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG!!!!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, the boys discussed the difficulty and challenges we face when we try to right a wrong. More pointedly, they discuss the times they each made catastrophic mistakes that didn't just cause them pain, but hurt those closest around them. With some of these mistakes, came great shame and disappointment in themselves. Similarly, they talked in great detail about the crucible they had to endure to get back to the right path of righting that wrong, and most importantly, easing some of the pain they had cultivated with their mistakes. 


Raf talks about his insidious fight with porn addiction that happened nearly overnight. He talked about the pain he caused in his marriage, but also the steps he took, as well as, the people he leaned on to escape that destructive environment. 


Melon discusses his earlier dating years where he learned the real cost of being honest, but most importantly, salvaging the relationship with the woman he would eventually marry. 


Finally, Mike shares his experiences and some painful mistakes, and insights he recognized after his failed marriage. All together, they agree that above all, being honest with yourself is the most important first step before you head into that crucible. 


If you don’t recognize that person in the mirror, then that might be the very wake up call you need to find the courage, and expose those weaknesses to those you love most. Remembering that our goal should always be to live outside of the shadows.

 

Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about a time when you made a catastrophic mistake, and more importantly, how you found redemption.. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Makingmistakes #Humility #Correctingmistakes 

 

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-100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts

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]]> 3904 PBC, 013 - “Mini-Melon” and his Mentors https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ As we move through our adult lives, we often find ourselves unclear or struggle to remember some of the most important and fundamental things. Easier said than practiced, yes?  We came together and decided that maybe we didn’t have all the right answers from our perspective. So this week, Raf and Mike brought in Melon’s 13 year old son Michael to conduct a blind interview with him and hear what it’s like for a young man growing up in todays world. We don’t hold back with some of life’s biggest questions for him. Go ahead and take a listen and maybe you’ll just learn something from this very impressive young man. We sure did. Have you sat and talked with the young people of the next generation? Have you taken the time to become a leader and a mentor for them? We encourage you to do so. It is necessary! “It is the primary duty of parents to make their children socially desirable.”  -Dr. Jordan Peterson #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Mentor #Mentoring #Teenagers #Legacy Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 25 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group As we move through our adult lives, we often find ourselves unclear or struggle to remember some of the most important and fundamental things. Easier said than practiced, yes?  We came together and decided that maybe we didn’t have all the right answers from our perspective. So this week, Raf and Mike brought in Melon’s 13 year old son Michael to conduct a blind interview with him and hear what it’s like for a young man growing up in todays world. We don’t hold back with some of life’s biggest questions for him. Go ahead and take a listen and maybe you’ll just learn something from this very impressive young man. We sure did. Have you sat and talked with the young people of the next generation? Have you taken the time to become a leader and a mentor for them? We encourage you to do so. It is necessary! “It is the primary duty of parents to make their children socially desirable.”  -Dr. Jordan Peterson #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Mentor #Mentoring #Teenagers #Legacy Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As we move through our adult lives, we often find ourselves unclear or struggle to remember some of the most important and fundamental things. Easier said than practiced, yes? 

We came together and decided that maybe we didn’t have all the right answers from our perspective. So this week, Raf and Mike brought in Melon’s 13 year old son Michael to conduct a blind interview with him and hear what it’s like for a young man growing up in todays world.

We don’t hold back with some of life’s biggest questions for him. Go ahead and take a listen and maybe you’ll just learn something from this very impressive young man. We sure did.

Have you sat and talked with the young people of the next generation? Have you taken the time to become a leader and a mentor for them? We encourage you to do so. It is necessary!

“It is the primary duty of parents to make their children socially desirable.” 

-Dr. Jordan Peterson


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]]> 3250 PBC, 012 - Our relationship to Stress https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Lots of people are dealing with stress in our lives. Some of us are overloaded now, and many more have been there in the past.   Is there a way of relating to stress that is different, and that brings with it a new freedom?   Raf couldn’t make it this week- airline schedules can be rough on the family, and getting the three guys together across the globe s a challenge at the best of times. Melon and Mike carry on the chat this time and look forward to seeing Raf next week.   Mike and Melon have both dealt with significant stress on professional and personal levels, and have a conversation around reframing the way we think about the entire topic.   What if we could shift the feeling of stress into one where we see opportunity, challenge and growth?   Melon talks about looking for ways to either shift your mindset, or to take action to change the environment. Sometimes we need to power through, but sometimes we need to address fundamentals, or take a knee for some healing.    Mike talks about preparing his life before the “bang”, or stressful event occurs. He prepares his environment and culture; marshals resources; gets into communication; and identifies allies. These four steps bring clarity around the best and worst case, which in turn reduces surprise and shock when the stressful event occurs.   Let us know how you relate to stress, and whether you have used these, or other techniques to shift your relationship to it.   Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG   #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Stress #dealingwithstress #coping    PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 18 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Lots of people are dealing with stress in our lives. Some of us are overloaded now, and many more have been there in the past.   Is there a way of relating to stress that is different, and that brings with it a new freedom?   Raf couldn’t make it this week- airline schedules can be rough on the family, and getting the three guys together across the globe s a challenge at the best of times. Melon and Mike carry on the chat this time and look forward to seeing Raf next week.   Mike and Melon have both dealt with significant stress on professional and personal levels, and have a conversation around reframing the way we think about the entire topic.   What if we could shift the feeling of stress into one where we see opportunity, challenge and growth?   Melon talks about looking for ways to either shift your mindset, or to take action to change the environment. Sometimes we need to power through, but sometimes we need to address fundamentals, or take a knee for some healing.    Mike talks about preparing his life before the “bang”, or stressful event occurs. He prepares his environment and culture; marshals resources; gets into communication; and identifies allies. These four steps bring clarity around the best and worst case, which in turn reduces surprise and shock when the stressful event occurs.   Let us know how you relate to stress, and whether you have used these, or other techniques to shift your relationship to it.   Goals for the rest of 2022: -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG   #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Stress #dealingwithstress #coping    PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Lots of people are dealing with stress in our lives. Some of us are overloaded now, and many more have been there in the past.

 

Is there a way of relating to stress that is different, and that brings with it a new freedom?

 

Raf couldn’t make it this week- airline schedules can be rough on the family, and getting the three guys together across the globe s a challenge at the best of times. Melon and Mike carry on the chat this time and look forward to seeing Raf next week.

 

Mike and Melon have both dealt with significant stress on professional and personal levels, and have a conversation around reframing the way we think about the entire topic.

 

What if we could shift the feeling of stress into one where we see opportunity, challenge and growth?

 

Melon talks about looking for ways to either shift your mindset, or to take action to change the environment. Sometimes we need to power through, but sometimes we need to address fundamentals, or take a knee for some healing. 

 

Mike talks about preparing his life before the “bang”, or stressful event occurs. He prepares his environment and culture; marshals resources; gets into communication; and identifies allies. These four steps bring clarity around the best and worst case, which in turn reduces surprise and shock when the stressful event occurs.

 

Let us know how you relate to stress, and whether you have used these, or other techniques to shift your relationship to it.

 

Goals for the rest of 2022:

-100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

-50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts

-500 followers on FB and IG

 

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]]> 3145 PBC, Ep: 011 - The Importance of Precision https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, the boys discussed the importance of attenuating your thoughts to one or two things that allow you full focus and clarity. They’ve found through their experiences that working on the ability to harness that conscious effort over a long period of time, into one activity, has catapulted them into high states of productivity and the skill to execute that task at a very high level. Not surprisingly, their anecdotal stories had many parallels and similarities.      Raf for instance, shares that during his highest levels of execution, especially when flying airliners, he feels the most relaxed. His breathing is deep and physiology in a low pulse state.  Mike, similarly, adds that during that similar state when executing high stakes activities as a Special Operator, he always enters and exits that task with a high level of visualization. What it will look like when it’s done perfectly, what it will look like when something is off, and how to pivot to correct that deviation.  Finally, Melon shares his valid point that in the macro view of precision, you ultimately save more time and overall energy. This alone should be reason for us all to make a concerted effort to continue to live in these moments.    Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about how you can benefit from focusing on precision in your life. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.   #PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Aimsmallmisssmall #Clarity #Highperformance   Message and Check Us Out On: pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG Apple podcasts Spotify Linkdin Amazon Music iHeart Radio Heroes Media Group   GOALS for the rest of 2022: -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG!!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:58:51 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, the boys discussed the importance of attenuating your thoughts to one or two things that allow you full focus and clarity. They’ve found through their experiences that working on the ability to harness that conscious effort over a long period of time, into one activity, has catapulted them into high states of productivity and the skill to execute that task at a very high level. Not surprisingly, their anecdotal stories had many parallels and similarities.      Raf for instance, shares that during his highest levels of execution, especially when flying airliners, he feels the most relaxed. His breathing is deep and physiology in a low pulse state.  Mike, similarly, adds that during that similar state when executing high stakes activities as a Special Operator, he always enters and exits that task with a high level of visualization. What it will look like when it’s done perfectly, what it will look like when something is off, and how to pivot to correct that deviation.  Finally, Melon shares his valid point that in the macro view of precision, you ultimately save more time and overall energy. This alone should be reason for us all to make a concerted effort to continue to live in these moments.    Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about how you can benefit from focusing on precision in your life. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.   #PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Aimsmallmisssmall #Clarity #Highperformance   Message and Check Us Out On: pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG Apple podcasts Spotify Linkdin Amazon Music iHeart Radio Heroes Media Group   GOALS for the rest of 2022: -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG!!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, the boys discussed the importance of attenuating your thoughts to one or two things that allow you full focus and clarity. They’ve found through their experiences that working on the ability to harness that conscious effort over a long period of time, into one activity, has catapulted them into high states of productivity and the skill to execute that task at a very high level. Not surprisingly, their anecdotal stories had many parallels and similarities. 

   

Raf for instance, shares that during his highest levels of execution, especially when flying airliners, he feels the most relaxed. His breathing is deep and physiology in a low pulse state. 


Mike, similarly, adds that during that similar state when executing high stakes activities as a Special Operator, he always enters and exits that task with a high level of visualization. What it will look like when it’s done perfectly, what it will look like when something is off, and how to pivot to correct that deviation. 


Finally, Melon shares his valid point that in the macro view of precision, you ultimately save more time and overall energy. This alone should be reason for us all to make a concerted effort to continue to live in these moments. 

 

Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about how you can benefit from focusing on precision in your life. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Aimsmallmisssmall #Clarity #Highperformance

 

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]]> 3460 Ep: 010 - Preserving Humanity’s Darkest Moments, Lest We Forget https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, the boys took a somber turn to sit and talk about the importance of understanding humanity’s dark past. Among a plethora of reasons, they reasoned that forcing yourself to look into the macabre of what we’re capable of is the encouragement our future generations will need in order to prevent those events from happening again. This discussion was inspired by Mike’s recent visit to the World Trade Center memorial, and openly shared the wide spectrum of emotions he felt as he walked through the memorium that can only be considered  a massive grave site for the thousands that died on 9/11. Both Melon and Mike are very honest about the rawness of the emotions felt when you visit a site where the most terrible crimes against humanity were committed. Raf similarly shared the parallels that he noted from his visit to the infamous S-21 prison during Cambodia’s dark history under the Khmer Rouge, where an estimated 3 million Cambodians were murdered at the hands of Pol Pot’s regime. They conclude that as uncomfortable as it was to stand in these dark monuments, the lessons gleaned are unsurmountable. More importantly, we need to continue to teach this part of our history to prevent civilization from committing them again.  Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about visiting these somber memorials with your loved ones to have a better understanding. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.    #PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Memorial #WorldTradeCenter #9/11Memorial  Message and Check Us Out On:  pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG Apple podcasts Spotify Linkdin Amazon Music iHeart Radio Heroes Media Group GOALS for the rest of 2022:  -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG!!!!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, the boys took a somber turn to sit and talk about the importance of understanding humanity’s dark past. Among a plethora of reasons, they reasoned that forcing yourself to look into the macabre of what we’re capable of is the encouragement our future generations will need in order to prevent those events from happening again. This discussion was inspired by Mike’s recent visit to the World Trade Center memorial, and openly shared the wide spectrum of emotions he felt as he walked through the memorium that can only be considered  a massive grave site for the thousands that died on 9/11. Both Melon and Mike are very honest about the rawness of the emotions felt when you visit a site where the most terrible crimes against humanity were committed. Raf similarly shared the parallels that he noted from his visit to the infamous S-21 prison during Cambodia’s dark history under the Khmer Rouge, where an estimated 3 million Cambodians were murdered at the hands of Pol Pot’s regime. They conclude that as uncomfortable as it was to stand in these dark monuments, the lessons gleaned are unsurmountable. More importantly, we need to continue to teach this part of our history to prevent civilization from committing them again.  Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about visiting these somber memorials with your loved ones to have a better understanding. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.    #PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Memorial #WorldTradeCenter #9/11Memorial  Message and Check Us Out On:  pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG Apple podcasts Spotify Linkdin Amazon Music iHeart Radio Heroes Media Group GOALS for the rest of 2022:  -100 x 5 Star Reviews!!!!!! Ratings on Apple Podcasts -50 Written Reviews on Apple Podcasts -500 followers on FB and IG!!!!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, the boys took a somber turn to sit and talk about the importance of understanding humanity’s dark past. Among a plethora of reasons, they reasoned that forcing yourself to look into the macabre of what we’re capable of is the encouragement our future generations will need in order to prevent those events from happening again. This discussion was inspired by Mike’s recent visit to the World Trade Center memorial, and openly shared the wide spectrum of emotions he felt as he walked through the memorium that can only be considered  a massive grave site for the thousands that died on 9/11. Both Melon and Mike are very honest about the rawness of the emotions felt when you visit a site where the most terrible crimes against humanity were committed. Raf similarly shared the parallels that he noted from his visit to the infamous S-21 prison during Cambodia’s dark history under the Khmer Rouge, where an estimated 3 million Cambodians were murdered at the hands of Pol Pot’s regime. They conclude that as uncomfortable as it was to stand in these dark monuments, the lessons gleaned are unsurmountable. More importantly, we need to continue to teach this part of our history to prevent civilization from committing them again. 



Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about visiting these somber memorials with your loved ones to have a better understanding. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day. 

 

#PBC #PushingBackChaos # Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Memorial #WorldTradeCenter #9/11Memorial 


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]]> 3785 PBC, Ep: 009 - Breaking contact w/ Toxicity https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ We’ve all had them. Certain people or situations in our lives that have brought nothing but anxiety, stress, and the feeling of just pure unhealthiness. It’s not always easy to handle or address, is it? This week, the team focuses on this unfortunate but popular topic. They openly and honestly discuss: -What are the signs and symptoms of a toxic relationship/environment? -What are some actions we can take to be sure of what’s goin on around us? -What are some ways to communicate about it? -How can we protect ourselves from it and maintain a healthy and secure state? Listen in as the trio share some of their own rough personal and professional experiences that have challenged them and how they learned and realized the lessons required in order to take the actions to prevent future entanglements. We want to be able to control and choose  our own happiness. In the end, we all just want to be happy and healthy right?! How has toxicity affected you in your life? Do you struggle with it? Do you have a plan or approach to break away from it?  We’d love to hear your feedback! #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Toxic #ToxicRelationships #ToxicSituations Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 28 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group We’ve all had them. Certain people or situations in our lives that have brought nothing but anxiety, stress, and the feeling of just pure unhealthiness. It’s not always easy to handle or address, is it? This week, the team focuses on this unfortunate but popular topic. They openly and honestly discuss: -What are the signs and symptoms of a toxic relationship/environment? -What are some actions we can take to be sure of what’s goin on around us? -What are some ways to communicate about it? -How can we protect ourselves from it and maintain a healthy and secure state? Listen in as the trio share some of their own rough personal and professional experiences that have challenged them and how they learned and realized the lessons required in order to take the actions to prevent future entanglements. We want to be able to control and choose  our own happiness. In the end, we all just want to be happy and healthy right?! How has toxicity affected you in your life? Do you struggle with it? Do you have a plan or approach to break away from it?  We’d love to hear your feedback! #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Toxic #ToxicRelationships #ToxicSituations Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We’ve all had them. Certain people or situations in our lives that have brought nothing but anxiety, stress, and the feeling of just pure unhealthiness. It’s not always easy to handle or address, is it?


This week, the team focuses on this unfortunate but popular topic. They openly and honestly discuss:


-What are the signs and symptoms of a toxic relationship/environment?


-What are some actions we can take to be sure of what’s goin on around us?


-What are some ways to communicate about it?


-How can we protect ourselves from it and maintain a healthy and secure state?


Listen in as the trio share some of their own rough personal and professional experiences that have challenged them and how they learned and realized the lessons required in order to take the actions to prevent future entanglements. We want to be able to control and choose  our own happiness. In the end, we all just want to be happy and healthy right?!


How has toxicity affected you in your life? Do you struggle with it? Do you have a plan or approach to break away from it? 

We’d love to hear your feedback!


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast

#HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #Military #Toxic #ToxicRelationships #ToxicSituations


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 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

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-500 followers on FB and IG!

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]]> 3531 Ep: 008 - Negative Loop https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ This week, the boys felt compelled to talk about one of the most constant battles within each of us. That is, the perpetual struggle with trying to minimize, break, and move on from a continual loop of negative thoughts. Everyone will experience this in their existence. So how do we manage it? Everyone has their own nuanced way of approaching this, but in this conversation between the boys materialized some common ground. All three agree that the worst thing you can do is isolate yourself or incubate your thoughts when you can’t break the cycle. They all agree on the importance of speaking out. Preferably to a close friend and ally who can be an unbiased sounding board. Raf talks about the effectiveness of mastering the basics in the great times, where you exercise gratitude and love, because it is those exact skills that will help you not just survive, but thrive in your darkest moments. Melon gave an analogy of walking through a hall of mirrors. In simple terms, when you find yourself in those dark negative spaces, you should stop and acknowledge what it is you’ve done to arrive there. Really truly, own that responsibility, but in that moment, you can also acknowledge that you have the equal ability to move out of that state and correct the wrongs that put you there. Mike shared the effectiveness of daily dialogue with close friends who knew about his situation, but more importantly, the ability to self identify when you aren’t in the most effective state of mind, and pull yourself out of a space where people depend on  you for their own safety.. This is exceptionally important in Mike’s line of work, because of the immense inherent risk that SOF soldiers find themselves doing daily. We know that this loop of negative thoughts varies in magnitude, and we know it will affect every single one of us until our last breath. However, we hope we can embolden everyone around us to be more vocal about it when they’re experiencing it, because talking about it is the first and most effective step.        Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about what might be effective for you to break these insidious cycles. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.    pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 21 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group This week, the boys felt compelled to talk about one of the most constant battles within each of us. That is, the perpetual struggle with trying to minimize, break, and move on from a continual loop of negative thoughts. Everyone will experience this in their existence. So how do we manage it? Everyone has their own nuanced way of approaching this, but in this conversation between the boys materialized some common ground. All three agree that the worst thing you can do is isolate yourself or incubate your thoughts when you can’t break the cycle. They all agree on the importance of speaking out. Preferably to a close friend and ally who can be an unbiased sounding board. Raf talks about the effectiveness of mastering the basics in the great times, where you exercise gratitude and love, because it is those exact skills that will help you not just survive, but thrive in your darkest moments. Melon gave an analogy of walking through a hall of mirrors. In simple terms, when you find yourself in those dark negative spaces, you should stop and acknowledge what it is you’ve done to arrive there. Really truly, own that responsibility, but in that moment, you can also acknowledge that you have the equal ability to move out of that state and correct the wrongs that put you there. Mike shared the effectiveness of daily dialogue with close friends who knew about his situation, but more importantly, the ability to self identify when you aren’t in the most effective state of mind, and pull yourself out of a space where people depend on  you for their own safety.. This is exceptionally important in Mike’s line of work, because of the immense inherent risk that SOF soldiers find themselves doing daily. We know that this loop of negative thoughts varies in magnitude, and we know it will affect every single one of us until our last breath. However, we hope we can embolden everyone around us to be more vocal about it when they’re experiencing it, because talking about it is the first and most effective step.        Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about what might be effective for you to break these insidious cycles. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day.    pushingbackchaos@gmail.com pushingbackchaos @ IG  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week, the boys felt compelled to talk about one of the most constant battles within each of us. That is, the perpetual struggle with trying to minimize, break, and move on from a continual loop of negative thoughts. Everyone will experience this in their existence. So how do we manage it? Everyone has their own nuanced way of approaching this, but in this conversation between the boys materialized some common ground. All three agree that the worst thing you can do is isolate yourself or incubate your thoughts when you can’t break the cycle. They all agree on the importance of speaking out. Preferably to a close friend and ally who can be an unbiased sounding board. Raf talks about the effectiveness of mastering the basics in the great times, where you exercise gratitude and love, because it is those exact skills that will help you not just survive, but thrive in your darkest moments. Melon gave an analogy of walking through a hall of mirrors. In simple terms, when you find yourself in those dark negative spaces, you should stop and acknowledge what it is you’ve done to arrive there. Really truly, own that responsibility, but in that moment, you can also acknowledge that you have the equal ability to move out of that state and correct the wrongs that put you there. Mike shared the effectiveness of daily dialogue with close friends who knew about his situation, but more importantly, the ability to self identify when you aren’t in the most effective state of mind, and pull yourself out of a space where people depend on  you for their own safety.. This is exceptionally important in Mike’s line of work, because of the immense inherent risk that SOF soldiers find themselves doing daily. We know that this loop of negative thoughts varies in magnitude, and we know it will affect every single one of us until our last breath. However, we hope we can embolden everyone around us to be more vocal about it when they’re experiencing it, because talking about it is the first and most effective step. 

    

 Please share your thoughts about this episode and more importantly, we hope this encourages our listeners to spend some time thinking about what might be effective for you to break these insidious cycles. We love reading your insights, feedback, and how we can add more value to your day. 

 

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]]> 3681 PBC: Ep 7: Preparation for an Economic Downturn https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ There is no hiding from it. It’s already here. The globe is currently in the beginning stages of a decaying economic state due to inflation, economic/political decisions, and conflict in Europe. Everything from fuel, food, home goods, and medicine are now way overpriced for the common family to sustain over time, but how can we manage to get through? This week, the team brings out a few points and suggestions from their own experiences on how to best prepare for an uncertain future.  Some of the key points discussed are: -Personal Investments -Financial savings -Food Reserves -Community -Networking -Personal Attitude/Perseverance -Self Assessments What are some things you are currently doing or planning to do in order to prepare for the coming recession? How have they improved/degraded your status of living and function?  We’d love to invite you to this discussion! #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #Veterans #Recession #Finances #Preparation #Community #Networking  Check us out on: #Facebook #Instagram #Applepodcasts #Spotify #LinkedIn #AmazonMusic #IHeartRadio #HeroesMediaGroup Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 14 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group There is no hiding from it. It’s already here. The globe is currently in the beginning stages of a decaying economic state due to inflation, economic/political decisions, and conflict in Europe. Everything from fuel, food, home goods, and medicine are now way overpriced for the common family to sustain over time, but how can we manage to get through? This week, the team brings out a few points and suggestions from their own experiences on how to best prepare for an uncertain future.  Some of the key points discussed are: -Personal Investments -Financial savings -Food Reserves -Community -Networking -Personal Attitude/Perseverance -Self Assessments What are some things you are currently doing or planning to do in order to prepare for the coming recession? How have they improved/degraded your status of living and function?  We’d love to invite you to this discussion! #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #Veterans #Recession #Finances #Preparation #Community #Networking  Check us out on: #Facebook #Instagram #Applepodcasts #Spotify #LinkedIn #AmazonMusic #IHeartRadio #HeroesMediaGroup Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There is no hiding from it. It’s already here. The globe is currently in the beginning stages of a decaying economic state due to inflation, economic/political decisions, and conflict in Europe. Everything from fuel, food, home goods, and medicine are now way overpriced for the common family to sustain over time, but how can we manage to get through?


This week, the team brings out a few points and suggestions from their own experiences on how to best prepare for an uncertain future.  Some of the key points discussed are:


-Personal Investments

-Financial savings

-Food Reserves

-Community

-Networking

-Personal Attitude/Perseverance

-Self Assessments


What are some things you are currently doing or planning to do in order to prepare for the coming recession? How have they improved/degraded your status of living and function? 


We’d love to invite you to this discussion!


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast

#HMG #Veterans #Recession #Finances #Preparation #Community #Networking 


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]]> 3494 PBC, Ep: 006 - Carpe Diem https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ PBC #6- Carpe Diem Carpe Diem. Seize the day.  How many times have we all heard that line, or maybe even said it ourselves? What does it mean, to seize the day? Not to just drift through the day? Jonathon “Morgs” Morgan flew P3 Orions for the Royal Australian Air Force with Melon back in the day. Morgs was one of Melon’s co-pilots in combat operations over Iraq. He went on to command his own crew, and later streamed onto Flying Instructors Course. Morgs was selected for the Australian aerobatic display team- the Roulettes- and completed 3 years as a display pilot. An amazing career was unfolding.  And then life dealt out some of the toughest cards to Morgs and his wife.  Listen in to hear how Morgs “Seized the Day”, when he was confronted by an extremely challenging health diagnosis. His positivity and openness when talking about his life are an inspiration for all of us to use when our own challenging days arrive.  Carpe diem. All of us have limited time. Make yours count.  #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #parkinsonsdisease #challenge #carpediem #seizetheday Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 07 Jul 2022 12:39:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group PBC #6- Carpe Diem Carpe Diem. Seize the day.  How many times have we all heard that line, or maybe even said it ourselves? What does it mean, to seize the day? Not to just drift through the day? Jonathon “Morgs” Morgan flew P3 Orions for the Royal Australian Air Force with Melon back in the day. Morgs was one of Melon’s co-pilots in combat operations over Iraq. He went on to command his own crew, and later streamed onto Flying Instructors Course. Morgs was selected for the Australian aerobatic display team- the Roulettes- and completed 3 years as a display pilot. An amazing career was unfolding.  And then life dealt out some of the toughest cards to Morgs and his wife.  Listen in to hear how Morgs “Seized the Day”, when he was confronted by an extremely challenging health diagnosis. His positivity and openness when talking about his life are an inspiration for all of us to use when our own challenging days arrive.  Carpe diem. All of us have limited time. Make yours count.  #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #parkinsonsdisease #challenge #carpediem #seizetheday Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices PBC #6- Carpe Diem


Carpe Diem. Seize the day. 


How many times have we all heard that line, or maybe even said it ourselves?


What does it mean, to seize the day? Not to just drift through the day?


Jonathon “Morgs” Morgan flew P3 Orions for the Royal Australian Air Force with Melon back in the day. Morgs was one of Melon’s co-pilots in combat operations over Iraq. He went on to command his own crew, and later streamed onto Flying Instructors Course. Morgs was selected for the Australian aerobatic display team- the Roulettes- and completed 3 years as a display pilot. An amazing career was unfolding. 


And then life dealt out some of the toughest cards to Morgs and his wife. 


Listen in to hear how Morgs “Seized the Day”, when he was confronted by an extremely challenging health diagnosis. His positivity and openness when talking about his life are an inspiration for all of us to use when our own challenging days arrive. 


Carpe diem. All of us have limited time. Make yours count. 


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast

#HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #parkinsonsdisease #challenge #carpediem #seizetheday


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 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

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]]> 3794 PBC, Ep: 005 - Entitlement VS Gratitude https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ It’s an everyday occurrence. You hear and see the people who are always causing ripples in the waters of society with talks of entitlement. How they are owed more money, more gifts, more attention, or more time, simply for showing up or by their own expectations. How many of us genuinely enjoy being around these people?  On the flip side, we also interact with those who realize what they already have is good enough for their needs, not their wants. This is gratefulness. They tend to conduct themselves with a humble approach to everything they encounter, and bring about an positive energy that can spread like a brush fire. These people bring those good vibes. Listen in as Mike and Melon tackle these two perspectives while Raf is away probably flying some of you listening around on his big airplane speaking awkwardly on the intercom! (Probably!)  Mike asks Melon two questions: 1.) What do you feel entitled to? 2.) What are you grateful for? Take a minute and write down and share your own answers! #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #SelfAwareness #Grateful #Entitlement   Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 30 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group It’s an everyday occurrence. You hear and see the people who are always causing ripples in the waters of society with talks of entitlement. How they are owed more money, more gifts, more attention, or more time, simply for showing up or by their own expectations. How many of us genuinely enjoy being around these people?  On the flip side, we also interact with those who realize what they already have is good enough for their needs, not their wants. This is gratefulness. They tend to conduct themselves with a humble approach to everything they encounter, and bring about an positive energy that can spread like a brush fire. These people bring those good vibes. Listen in as Mike and Melon tackle these two perspectives while Raf is away probably flying some of you listening around on his big airplane speaking awkwardly on the intercom! (Probably!)  Mike asks Melon two questions: 1.) What do you feel entitled to? 2.) What are you grateful for? Take a minute and write down and share your own answers! #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #SelfAwareness #Grateful #Entitlement   Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s an everyday occurrence. You hear and see the people who are always causing ripples in the waters of society with talks of entitlement. How they are owed more money, more gifts, more attention, or more time, simply for showing up or by their own expectations. How many of us genuinely enjoy being around these people? 


On the flip side, we also interact with those who realize what they already have is good enough for their needs, not their wants. This is gratefulness. They tend to conduct themselves with a humble approach to everything they encounter, and bring about an positive energy that can spread like a brush fire. These people bring those good vibes.


Listen in as Mike and Melon tackle these two perspectives while Raf is away probably flying some of you listening around on his big airplane speaking awkwardly on the intercom! (Probably!) 


Mike asks Melon two questions:


1.) What do you feel entitled to?

2.) What are you grateful for?


Take a minute and write down and share your own answers!


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast

#HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #SelfAwareness #Grateful #Entitlement  


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 -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts

 -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts 

-500 followers on FB and IG!

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]]> 3404 PBC, Ep: 004 - Heart of Darkness https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Darkness. An area that is absent of or lacking light. It can be an physical location, a mental state, or an emotional overcast. This week, it’s someone who has experienced all three simultaneously.  The team welcomes our special guest and former teammate of Mike, EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) tech Rico; a 20 year combat veteran of the Global War on Terror. Rico joins us to share his story of his career, but not to boast or brag about his service, but to share some valuable lessons from his military experience that ultimately prepared him for the worst day of his life as a man after retirement. Listen in and join us as we scrape away the common misperceptions about stress, mental and emotional health, and the exemplary fortitude it takes to volunteer to enter the darkness, and then find our way put. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS! In Memory of: APRIL 6, 2007: EODC Greg Billeter  EOD1 Joseph Adam McSween  EOD2 Curtis Hall  JULY 17, 2007 EODC Pat Wade   EOD1 Jeff Chaney EOD1 David Hawxhurst-WIA NOVEMBER 5, 2007 EOD1 Kevin Bewley  #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #EOD #GWOT #IRAQ #Military  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 23 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Darkness. An area that is absent of or lacking light. It can be an physical location, a mental state, or an emotional overcast. This week, it’s someone who has experienced all three simultaneously.  The team welcomes our special guest and former teammate of Mike, EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) tech Rico; a 20 year combat veteran of the Global War on Terror. Rico joins us to share his story of his career, but not to boast or brag about his service, but to share some valuable lessons from his military experience that ultimately prepared him for the worst day of his life as a man after retirement. Listen in and join us as we scrape away the common misperceptions about stress, mental and emotional health, and the exemplary fortitude it takes to volunteer to enter the darkness, and then find our way put. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS! In Memory of: APRIL 6, 2007: EODC Greg Billeter  EOD1 Joseph Adam McSween  EOD2 Curtis Hall  JULY 17, 2007 EODC Pat Wade   EOD1 Jeff Chaney EOD1 David Hawxhurst-WIA NOVEMBER 5, 2007 EOD1 Kevin Bewley  #PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast #HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #EOD #GWOT #IRAQ #Military  Check us out on: Facebook Instagram Apple podcasts Spotify Linked In Amazon Music IHeart Radio Heroes Media Group Goals for the rest of 2022:  -100  Ratings on Apple Podcasts  -50 Written reviews on Apple Podcasts  -500 followers on FB and IG! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Darkness. An area that is absent of or lacking light. It can be an physical location, a mental state, or an emotional overcast. This week, it’s someone who has experienced all three simultaneously. 


The team welcomes our special guest and former teammate of Mike, EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) tech Rico; a 20 year combat veteran of the Global War on Terror. Rico joins us to share his story of his career, but not to boast or brag about his service, but to share some valuable lessons from his military experience that ultimately prepared him for the worst day of his life as a man after retirement.


Listen in and join us as we scrape away the common misperceptions about stress, mental and emotional health, and the exemplary fortitude it takes to volunteer to enter the darkness, and then find our way put. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS!


In Memory of:


APRIL 6, 2007:

EODC Greg Billeter 

EOD1 Joseph Adam McSween 

EOD2 Curtis Hall 


JULY 17, 2007

EODC Pat Wade  

EOD1 Jeff Chaney

EOD1 David Hawxhurst-WIA


NOVEMBER 5, 2007

EOD1 Kevin Bewley 


#PBC #PushingBackChaos #Podcast

#HMG #HeroesMediaGrp #Veterans #EOD #GWOT #IRAQ #Military 


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]]> 3806 PBC, Ep: 003 - Premature baby, Veteran family:- Ashley Sneed https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Ashley Sneed is no stranger to service. She spent time in the US Army, her husband Matt was in the US Marines- and is now a Fireman/ Paramedic. With three happy and healthy kids at home, her fourth baby Enola Grace announced her arrival after a pregnancy of only 24 weeks.   The story of the delivery and her subsequent 177 days in hospital is an amazing testament to the tenacity and strength of the entire Sneed family.   Ashley was a listener to the previous Not Your Average Operator podcast, and after hearing Melon share the story of his premature daughter Annie, reached out to him and Cherie directly- from Texas to Saudi Arabia. A connection quickly formed due to the similar nature of their trials, and now Ashley is here to share her insights and to hopefully help others.   All of us will face challenges in our lives. The exact name of the challenge will vary, but the experience while going through it can often feel very similar. We hope you are able to take away something you can use yourself or pass on to others to help in your own time of trial. You will also be able to celebrate Enola Grace and her amazing family.   We’re all in this together.   Contact/Like/ Follow us: FB, IG, Linked in   Listen in on: Apple Podcasts & Spotify   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 16 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Ashley Sneed is no stranger to service. She spent time in the US Army, her husband Matt was in the US Marines- and is now a Fireman/ Paramedic. With three happy and healthy kids at home, her fourth baby Enola Grace announced her arrival after a pregnancy of only 24 weeks.   The story of the delivery and her subsequent 177 days in hospital is an amazing testament to the tenacity and strength of the entire Sneed family.   Ashley was a listener to the previous Not Your Average Operator podcast, and after hearing Melon share the story of his premature daughter Annie, reached out to him and Cherie directly- from Texas to Saudi Arabia. A connection quickly formed due to the similar nature of their trials, and now Ashley is here to share her insights and to hopefully help others.   All of us will face challenges in our lives. The exact name of the challenge will vary, but the experience while going through it can often feel very similar. We hope you are able to take away something you can use yourself or pass on to others to help in your own time of trial. You will also be able to celebrate Enola Grace and her amazing family.   We’re all in this together.   Contact/Like/ Follow us: FB, IG, Linked in   Listen in on: Apple Podcasts & Spotify   PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ashley Sneed is no stranger to service. She spent time in the US Army, her husband Matt was in the US Marines- and is now a Fireman/ Paramedic. With three happy and healthy kids at home, her fourth baby Enola Grace announced her arrival after a pregnancy of only 24 weeks.

 

The story of the delivery and her subsequent 177 days in hospital is an amazing testament to the tenacity and strength of the entire Sneed family.

 

Ashley was a listener to the previous Not Your Average Operator podcast, and after hearing Melon share the story of his premature daughter Annie, reached out to him and Cherie directly- from Texas to Saudi Arabia. A connection quickly formed due to the similar nature of their trials, and now Ashley is here to share her insights and to hopefully help others.

 

All of us will face challenges in our lives. The exact name of the challenge will vary, but the experience while going through it can often feel very similar. We hope you are able to take away something you can use yourself or pass on to others to help in your own time of trial. You will also be able to celebrate Enola Grace and her amazing family.

 

We’re all in this together.

 

Contact/Like/ Follow us: FB, IG, Linked in

 

Listen in on: Apple Podcasts & Spotify

 

PushingBackChaos@gmail.com


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]]> 3838 PBC Episode 2: Conflict Resolution https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/pushing-back-chaos/ Have you had instances where you’ve had a blow up with someone and know there is tension lingering? How about having internal conflict within yourself? Listen in as the trio of Melon, Mike, and Raf welcome back a previous guest, Simon, a former Australian soldier with extensive conflict resolution experience, as they discuss examples and offer advice on how to navigate each situation and to leave with the intentions of resolving issues professionally while moving forward. -Go in with a clear message -Listen to Understand/Not Respond -Ask questions -Approach with respect/professionalism  -Don’t leave without a plan to resolve/move forward How do you prefer to resolve internal/external conflicts? Let us hear you! Contact/Like/ Follow us: FB, IG, Linked in Listen in on: Apple Podcasts & Spotify PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 09 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Have you had instances where you’ve had a blow up with someone and know there is tension lingering? How about having internal conflict within yourself? Listen in as the trio of Melon, Mike, and Raf welcome back a previous guest, Simon, a former Australian soldier with extensive conflict resolution experience, as they discuss examples and offer advice on how to navigate each situation and to leave with the intentions of resolving issues professionally while moving forward. -Go in with a clear message -Listen to Understand/Not Respond -Ask questions -Approach with respect/professionalism  -Don’t leave without a plan to resolve/move forward How do you prefer to resolve internal/external conflicts? Let us hear you! Contact/Like/ Follow us: FB, IG, Linked in Listen in on: Apple Podcasts & Spotify PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have you had instances where you’ve had a blow up with someone and know there is tension lingering? How about having internal conflict within yourself? Listen in as the trio of Melon, Mike, and Raf welcome back a previous guest, Simon, a former Australian soldier with extensive conflict resolution experience, as they discuss examples and offer advice on how to navigate each situation and to leave with the intentions of resolving issues professionally while moving forward.


-Go in with a clear message

-Listen to Understand/Not Respond

-Ask questions

-Approach with respect/professionalism 

-Don’t leave without a plan to resolve/move forward


How do you prefer to resolve internal/external conflicts? Let us hear you!


Contact/Like/ Follow us: FB, IG, Linked in


Listen in on: Apple Podcasts & Spotify


PushingBackChaos@gmail.com

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]]> 3769 PBC Ep: 001 - PUSHING BACK CHAOS Join Melon, Mike and Raf in their effort to push back against the chaos of life. Join these three close friends, who engage in very real, very raw, and transparent conversations about work, love, family, and everything in between. Their goal is simple. Help everyone listening by learning from their mistakes and victories, because we’re in this together. All three, veterans of multiple Middle East combat tours, two as pilots, one as a Special Operations soldier. In lock step, they are making their own effort to create a framework for anyone looking to push back against the chaos and optimize their own lives. In this first episode, the team welcomes you back to the conversation and share their new goals, what has driven them to push back against the chaos, and what you can expect in the coming future from this new endeavor. Cheers to the new! Contact/Like/ Follow us: FB, IG, Linked in Listen in on: Apple Podcasts & Spotify PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Jun 2022 13:19:23 -0000 full Heroes Media Group Join Melon, Mike and Raf in their effort to push back against the chaos of life. Join these three close friends, who engage in very real, very raw, and transparent conversations about work, love, family, and everything in between. Their goal is simple. Help everyone listening by learning from their mistakes and victories, because we’re in this together. All three, veterans of multiple Middle East combat tours, two as pilots, one as a Special Operations soldier. In lock step, they are making their own effort to create a framework for anyone looking to push back against the chaos and optimize their own lives. In this first episode, the team welcomes you back to the conversation and share their new goals, what has driven them to push back against the chaos, and what you can expect in the coming future from this new endeavor. Cheers to the new! Contact/Like/ Follow us: FB, IG, Linked in Listen in on: Apple Podcasts & Spotify PushingBackChaos@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join Melon, Mike and Raf in their effort to push back against the chaos of life. Join these three close friends, who engage in very real, very raw, and transparent conversations about work, love, family, and everything in between. Their goal is simple. Help everyone listening by learning from their mistakes and victories, because we’re in this together. All three, veterans of multiple Middle East combat tours, two as pilots, one as a Special Operations soldier. In lock step, they are making their own effort to create a framework for anyone looking to push back against the chaos and optimize their own lives.


In this first episode, the team welcomes you back to the conversation and share their new goals, what has driven them to push back against the chaos, and what you can expect in the coming future from this new endeavor. Cheers to the new!


Contact/Like/ Follow us: FB, IG, Linked in


Listen in on: Apple Podcasts & Spotify


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