Dan Stanley: Rethinking Masculinity

Dan Stanley is a retired award-winning senior Army commando, a key decision maker in a multi-million-pound service business and a former national sporting champion in indoor rowing. Dan is a frequent contributor to national publications such as Men's Fitness and Muscle and Health magazine, public speaker and is also an expert in human development and performance.Yet despite his outward successes, he experienced a ‘midlife crisis’ shortly after becoming a father which very nearly cost him his marriage. He found he had many questions that he couldn’t answer. He was forced to learn who he truly was, where his life was going and to accept his failings. Ultimately, success is an inside job.And so, he embarked on a journey of introspection, personal growth, and deliberate action to become the BetterMan you see today whilst helping others to do the same.During this episode we talk about:His journey from turbulence to transformation.Twenty-first Century Masculinity, the Old Blueprint and the five key challenges affecting modern day men: workaholism, loneliness, poor mental health, midlife crisis, and divorce.His time in the Army and a History of Modern-day MasculinitySelf-leadership and more.Rethinking Masculinity is for anyone who has experienced a setback, finds themselves stagnant or is silently enduring the second half of life. It’s a guide for anyone who is questioning ‘is this it?’ and the understanding that your life does not get better by chance; it gets better by change ~ Jim RohnDuring this episode you will discover the BetterMen blueprint for success and learn how to live a life you’re proud of not one of regret. Remember there's no future in the past, and this is a staunch reminder that we all possess the inherent power to course correct the trajectory of our lives, no matter how dire the circumstances.Pain + Reflection = Progress ~ Ray DalioI thoroughly enjoyed my time with Dan —please enjoy what I think you will find to be a truly fascinating, potentially life-altering conversation.People & Planet.Pete🔗 CONNECT WITH DAN: 💻 Website: https://www.better-men.uk👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-stanley-bettermen/🔗 CONNECT WITH PETE: 👥 https://linktr.ee/purposemadepodcast Join our tribe and lets grow together https://plus.acast.com/s/purpose-made-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to the Purpose Made Podcast, your hub for transformative conversations, hosted by Peter Bell. This podcast is dedicated to the exploration and unlocking of untapped potential that resides within each one of us. From entrepreneurs, artists, scientists, to dreamers of all walks of life, we delve into the personal narratives of individuals and companies who have harnessed their purpose to create an impact.Our mission? To inspire, educate, and ignite that spark of purpose in you. We believe in a world where everyone is living with intention, passion, and purpose, and through engaging interviews and thoughtful dialogue, we aim to pave the way for our listeners to do the same.Each episode weaves together themes of personal growth, mental resilience, leadership, creative problem-solving and more, as we navigate the highs, lows, and everything in between on the journey to personal and professional fulfilment. We celebrate the power of conversation as a tool for change, challenging perspectives and prompting growth.Whether you're in search of inspiration, aspiring to personal or professional development, or simply yearning to broaden your worldview, the Purpose Made Podcast is here to accompany you on that journey. Together, let's unearth potential, embrace the transformative power of compelling storytelling, and unleash potential, one conversation at a time.Intrigued? Let's dive in!  Join our tribe and lets grow together https://plus.acast.com/s/purpose-made-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.