An Empowered man is one who communicates like a leader, sets boundaries that gets respect, knows who he is and what he wants...and owns his own sh*t. The Empowered AF podcast is designed to help men do just that in their marriage and life. Join entrepreneur, coach, and father Mark Santiago every week as he shares the secrets to stepping into your own empowerment as a man. Each week you’ll hear about taboo issues that hold back the modern-day man from knowing who he is, what he wants, and how to become the man he wants to be as a father, husband, and leader.
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episode 164: Client Journey: How to Kick Ass, Take Responsibility and Own Your Shit with Scott Suazo
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In this episode, Mark is joined by Scott Suazo and they discuss the powerful concept of kicking ass, taking responsibility, and owning your actions. Scott, a military officer, shares his journey in understanding and implementing responsibility in his life. The conversation highlights the importance of communication, the impact of past experiences on relationships, and the significance of setting boundaries. Scott's journey serves as a testament to the transformative power of personal growth and taking charge of your life.
Episode Summary:
- Personal growth and responsibility. 0:03
- Mark Santiago introduces the next level of his podcast, empowered AF 2.0, which will delve deeper into what it means to be an empowered man.
- Scott Suazo, a client of Mark's, joins the episode to discuss the importance of taking responsibility and ownership, with a focus on kicking ass and being a manly figure.
- Taking responsibility and communication in relationships. 2:07
- Scott reflects on his personal responsibility and sense of duty, citing his parents and personal beliefs as influences.
- Scott grapples with the idea of men not taking responsibility, suggesting it may be due to a lack of programs or support structures encouraging personal accountability.
- Scott reflects on his first marriage, acknowledging communication issues and the importance of taking responsibility and ownership in relationships.
- Scott's ex-wife and current wife have different personalities and communication styles, leading to challenges in their relationships.
- Communication and boundary-setting in relationships. 7:27
- Mark and Scott discuss their experiences with toxic communication in their previous relationships and how they've learned to set boundaries and communicate better through a program.
- Scott credits the program with helping him understand how to use "I feel" statements and set boundaries, but still struggles with it at times.
- Toxic relationships and personal empowerment. 10:08
- Mark shares his experience with a toxic relationship, highlighting the importance of setting boundaries and recognizing when someone is not a safe space for vulnerability.
- Scott relates to the experience, emphasizing the difficulty of finding support groups for those who have been emotionally drained by toxic relationships.
- Mark emphasizes the importance of empowering individuals to make their own decisions, rather than telling them what to do.
- Scott shares his personal experience of gaining insight and control through therapy and self-work, leading to a divorce decision made by themselves.
- Relationship dynamics and personal growth. 15:00
- Scott reflects on his relationship with his ex-wife, noting changes in his communication and behavior after her father passed away and he became a caregiver for her mother.
- Scott struggles with understanding his ex-wife's emotional state and feels responsible for supporting her through difficult times.
- Standing up for a marriage and personal growth. 17:52
- Mark describes a situation where he is willing to work on a relationship, showing a willingness to stand his ground and take a healthy approach to processing emotions.
- Scott's approach is praised by Mark as a strategic and powerful way of handling his situation, demonstrating the results of doing the work and leaning into the process.
- Scott shares his experience with the program, mentioning the importance of forgiveness and being driven by love rather than guilt or shame.
- Scott encourages new participants to be ready for the journey and to trust the process, despite initial doubts or reservations.
- Personal growth and empowerment. 23:19
- Scott shares their experience with Thrive Therapy, mentioning the financial and time commitment involved, but also the positive impact it has had on their life.
- Mark expresses gratitude and admiration for Scott's journey and willingness to share his experience with others, highlighting the importance of taking responsibility and owning one's actions.
- Mark expresses gratitude and admiration for Scott and invites listeners to join the Empowered Man community for personal growth and development.
- Mark thanks listeners for tuning in and encourages them to explore previous episodes and join the Empowered Man group for further support and connection.
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