Deep Growth in the Midlife Unraveling (Season 4 | Episode 5)

Deep Growth in the Midlife Unraveling (Season 4 | Episode 5)

In this episode, Brian, Matt, and Drew explore the deep growth that can come out of what Brené Brown calls the “midlife unraveling.” They talk about learning to trust themselves after years of believing this should be cautioned against and share about the journey of becoming more emotionally honest and expressive. You’ll love this vulnerable conversation about the challenging but real progress in shedding old patterns and living more freely. Brene Brown article - "The Midlife Unraveling" - https://brenebrown.com/articles/2018/05/24/the-midlife-unraveling/ [https://brenebrown.com/articles/2018/05/24/the-midlife-unraveling/] Brian Burchik at The Moth Storytelling event - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPFEu0R1CCM [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPFEu0R1CCM] Matt Reynolds's new home ⁠www.plywoodpeople.com⁠ [applewebdata://B5A6D6CF-F08D-49E3-8CC9-8D3BDA4A97EE/www.plywoodpeople.com] Drew McClure's coaching Follow us on Instagram: @wnaf_podcast , @brianburchik , @matt___reynolds, @_drewmcclure

“Yes, Thank You” (Season 4 | Episode 4)

On this episode, Brian and Matt talk about the power to change your emotional state by embracing gratitude. They reflect on 2025, sharing how challenging it can be to choose gratitude in life’s annoying or difficult moments. Listen and be challenged to say “Yes, Thank you” to those inevitable moments when life doesn’t go as you wanted, big or small.

Curiosity for Yourself and Others (Season 4 | Episode 3)

In this episode, Brian, Matt, and Drew explore what it means to approach life with a curious and gracious posture—especially toward ourselves. Together, they unpack:     •    How curiosity helps overcome shame and interrupts the judgmental, critical tone we often direct inward     •    Why extending compassion to ourselves makes space for new emotional growth     •    How practicing curiosity in our own inner world naturally shapes the way we show up for our kids, leading to more patient and connected parenting It’s a truly vulnerable conversation as Brian, Drew & Matt share how they are embracing curiosity in real time.

Visualization, Creativity, and Feeling Less Than (Season 4 | Episode 2)

In this episode, Brian, Matt, and Drew sit down for a fun and deep conversation about how visualization can help us work against old mental loops and limiting beliefs we’ve carried for years. They also dive into how creative impulses stretch us into new and vulnerable pursuits. Finally they talk about feeling “less than” — and practical ways to see the world outside of comparison and competition. Resources Mentioned Brian’s Comedy One-Man ShowMillennial Meets Midlife — a comedy show based on Brian’s 40th birthday spiral in a Starbucks drive-thru, where comedy meets honesty about midlife sadness, career struggle, and finding new perspective in the most unexpected places. Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyC0UAE0gpY] Marco Polo Men’s Mental Health EventA powerful gathering focused on authentic connection and the pursuit of emotional wellbeing for men. Watch the Event Here [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1EEy5P_AWA&list=PLg5e9buvuevkiwTWpXOfRwnx179vsRTMv&index=31] Visualize: Think, Feel, Perform Like the Top 1% by Maya Raichoora  Check it out Here [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F6FT31ZD/?bestFormat=true&k=visualize%20maya%20raichoora&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_k0_1_9_de&crid=1QUBMKFIUQXC1&sprefix=visualize]

Integrate your Life (Season 4 | Episode 1)

We are starting Season 4 and today’s episode opens up a conversation on integration—living a whole, aligned life. Brian, Matt and Drew share big life updates and personal stories of unraveling and rediscovery, exploring how therapy, job changes, and midlife reflections have pushed them to integrate their lives in a more coherent and honest story.  What part of your life is asking to be integrated right now? Growth, healing and opportunity are available through this difficult but worthwhile journey. Brene Brown article mentioned in the podcast. Midlife Unraveling [https://brenebrown.com/articles/2018/05/24/the-midlife-unraveling/]