Lost Your Manly Purpose? Here's The Fix 🎖️🔥

Hey there, battle-tested man!

In our last email, we introduced the 7 secret pains that hold men back...

from reaching their full potential.

Today, we dive deep into the first pain: Loss of Identity or Purpose.

This is a struggle that lots of guys face...

especially as they navigate career changes...

adding one more candle to your birthday cake... 🎂

and changing roles in mens lives [1].

Meet Ryan.

A 37-year-old former Marine who had dedicated 15 years of his life to serving his country. 🇺🇸

As a Marine...

Ryan had a clear sense of purpose...

a strong identity...

and an unbreakable bond with his fellow Marines.

He felt like Michael Jordan in his prime...

like he could conquer any obstacle that stood in his way. 💪

But when he was discharged, everything changed.

Suddenly... Ryan found himself like a tumbleweed in the heart of San Antonio, Texas...

in the civilian world...

feeling lost and disconnected from the life he once knew.

The camaraderie, the structure, the sense of meaning—it was all gone. 😞

He turned to Wild Turkey Bourbon & Coke ... and ... easy women to numb the pain, but it only left him feeling more empty and alone. 🍸💔

It's a vicious cycle.

And Ryan's story... paints a vivid picture of the...

specific...

emotional pain points...

that men experience when they lose their sense of identity and purpose [2].

But here's the thing...

Your identity is not defined by your job title, your uniform, or the number of notches on your bedpost. 🛌

Your true purpose lies in the passions that set your soul on fire...

the lives you touch...

and the legacy you leave behind. 🔥

So… at this point you might be wondering…

how do you redefine your purpose and reclaim your warrior spirit?

Glad you asked…

Here's your battle plan:

1. Identify ONE thing you LOVE doing, that makes an hour seem like 5 minutes go by... and makes you happy. Pursue that THING ... with NONSTOP passion. 💗 

• Could be playing guitar, writing a new book, or learn to
dance Salsa with a cute Latina woman.

2. Reach out to someone younger who could enjoy your wisdom and life-experience. Become their mentor, their guide, their friend. 🌟


3. Reconcile your past emotional baggage. THIS IS A BIG DEAL. Seek therapy... practice mindfulness meditation... or join a men's group to process your experiences and heal your past trauma wounds. [9][10]🩹 


• Consider "Inner Child Work" by a Jungian Analyst. Jung
 Society of Washington, DC... is highly recommended.


BONUS: If you want the Surgical Option: Consider... ibogaine treatments. It helps kick substance abuse bad habits... like ... DRUGS & ALCOHOL... and if you've suffered traumatic brain injury. Stanford Medicine researchers also finds this plant-based psychoactive compound... safely fixed depression, anxiety and life-functioning for veterans with traumatic brain injuries. [5][6]

For a deeper dive into finding meaning and purpose in the second half of life...

check out today's book recommendation: "Finding Meaning In The Second Half Of Life: How to Finally, Really Grow Up" by James Hollis. 📚

Remember, your identity is not a fixed destination...

but a journey of continuous discovery and reinvention [7].

You have the power to rewrite your story, to craft a new chapter that is even more epic than the last. 📝

So don't let TikTok, Instagram, and even family members... define your worth.

Embrace the power of personal growth...

mentorship...

and emotional healing to reignite your inner fire and blaze a trail that is uniquely yours. 🔥 [3][8]

To your unbreakable spirit,

Mens Health Secrets
–Live Past 100

P.S. The next email reveals the one emotion you're not allowed to feel as a man. It's a game-changer. 👀 [4]

P.P.S. >>> Go here to subscribe to our Mens Health Secrets YouTube Channel if you haven't yet…. leave a comment… and level up your Mens Health knowledge to live longer.

P.P.P.S. Always consult your doctor before starting any new protocol or treatment, including our tips. This is for edu-tainment only, not medical advice. 🩺 [4]

Medical References:

[1] Seidler, Z. E., Rice, S. M., Ogrodniczuk, J. S., Oliffe, J. L., & Dhillon, H. M. (2018). Engaging Men in Psychological Treatment: A Scoping Review. American Journal of Men's Health, 12(6), 1882–1900. https://doi.org/10.1177/1557988318792157

[2] Kleykamp M, Montgomery S, Pang A, Schrader K. Military identity and planning for the transition out of the military. Mil Psychol. 2021 Aug 20;33(6):372-391. https://doi.org/10.1080/08995605.2021.1962176. PMID: 38536371; PMCID: PMC10013545.

[3] Seidler ZE, Rice SM, Ogrodniczuk JS, Oliffe JL, Dhillon HM. Engaging Men in Psychological Treatment: A Scoping Review. Am J Mens Health. 2018 Nov;12(6):1882-1900. https://doi.org/10.1177/1557988318792157. Epub 2018 Aug 13. PMID: 30103643; PMCID: PMC6199457.

[4] Griffith, D.M., Bruce, M.A., & Thorpe, Jr., R.J. (Eds.). (2019). Men’s Health Equity: A Handbook (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315167428

[5] Williams, S. (2024, January). Ibogaine shows promise in treating PTSD, study finds. Stanford Medicine. https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2024/01/ibogaine-ptsd.html

[6] Corkery JM. Ibogaine as a treatment for substance misuse: Potential benefits and practical dangers. Prog Brain Res. 2018;242:217-257. https://doi.org/10.1016/bs.pbr.2018.08.005. Epub 2018 Oct 12. PMID: 30471681.

[7] Leardprasopsuk, N. (2022, July 27). How to reinvent your self-identity and live your best life. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbescoachescouncil/2022/07/27/how-to-reinvent-your-self-identity-and-live-your-best-life/

[8] Borland, J. (2024). Men’s mental health: 11 tips for taking care of yourself. Cleveland Clinic. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/tips-for-taking-care-of-mens-mental-health

[9] Jamil A, Gutlapalli SD, Ali M, Oble MJP, Sonia SN, George S, Shahi SR, Ali Z, Abaza A, Mohammed L. Meditation and Its Mental and Physical Health Benefits in 2023. Cureus. 2023 Jun 19;15(6):e40650. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.40650. PMID: 37476142; PMCID: PMC10355843.

[10] Vickery A. 'It's made me feel less isolated because there are other people who are experiencing the same or very similar to you': Men's experiences of using mental health support groups. Health Soc Care Community. 2022 Nov;30(6):2383-2391. https://doi.org/10.1111/hsc.13788. Epub 2022 Mar 16. PMID: 35297130; PMCID: PMC10078724.