The Better Man Podcast

If you're a dad, especially if you have younger kids, then you know how quickly your home can go from clean and organized to a chaotic disaster. Whether you realize it or not, this physical clutter takes a toll on you - emotionally, mentally, and spiritually (even if you have a high tolerance for clutter, which is something I was not born with). With Father's Day around the corner, and as a dad of two young kids myself, I invited the PERFECT guest for today's Father's Day themed show: Tyler Moore aka The Tidy Dad! Tyler is a public school teacher, best-selling author of Tidy Up Your Life: Rethinking How to Organize, Declutter, and Make Space for What Matters Most, and perhaps most impressive, is that he's a father of three living in a 700 square foot apartment in New York City. Squeezing five people (including three children) into a 700 square foot apartment is not easy. He doesn't have the luxury of excess physical space that many of us do. And yet, his apartment stays cleaner, more organized, and more efficient than the vast majority of living spaces. Mine included. And you know what? After Tyler created a system to keep his 700 square foot apartment clean, organized, and useful … he realized how crucial his "tidying up" methods are when applied to other, more important areas of life like his relationships, his career, and his overall life. This is a fantastic episode even if you're not a dad, even if you live in a spacious home, and even if your living space isn't cluttered. Here's what Tyler and I discuss: How to declutter your life according to a dad of three living in a 700 square foot apartment in New York City The vicious way keeping up with the joneses fills your house with useless stuff How physical decluttering and organization applies to more important areas of your life too Here's a sneak peek at what's in this episode: How 30-day experiments can give you a completely new experience of life (without boxing you into a certain identity) (1:58) Why The Tidy Dad spends his mornings with Man Flow Yoga (3:13) The absolute worst way to start your morning (and you probably do it too) (8:34) A silly question to ask about your clothes that will give you instant clarity over whether it can be safely donated or kept (14:11) The strange way certain color clothing gives you a boost of confidence (18:16) How thinking of the rooms in your house as zones can tidy up a cluttered space almost overnight (and why it might address your hidden dissatisfaction) (24:56) An ingenious "toy" idea for your kids that will be consumed in quick order (41:00) How to jump off the train that leads to an endless accumulation of stuff (and the sneaky cause of it) (42:41) Why the simple act of naming stuff around your house means you can tidy it (54:42) The suffocating "Internalization" trap that men, and particularly fathers, fall into and the simple, yet identity-shattering way out (56:43) Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Man Flow Yoga Father's Day Sale: Tidy Dad-approved. If you're seeing this before Monday, June 22, we're currently having our biggest sale of the year. Become a Man Flow Yoga Lifer here: https://manflowyoga.com/fathers-day-2026/ 2. Get Tyler's Book: Tidy Up Your Life: Rethinking How to Organize, Declutter, and Make Space for What Matters Most on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Tidy-Your-Life-Rethinking-Declutter/dp/0593797833 3. Read The Tidy Times (Tyler's Substack) and learn how to become more tidy in your day-to-day life: https://tidydad.substack.com/ 4. Listen to Tyler's Podcast, Tidy Tidbits, available wherever you listen to podcasts. 5. Follow Tyler on Instagram: @TidyDad (https://www.instagram.com/tidydad/) 6. Check out The Tidy Dad website here: https://thetidydad.com/ 7. Man Flow Yoga Events: Find the full list of cities we're coming to here: https://manflowyoga.com/man-flow-yoga-events/

What if you could achieve all of your health goals without using any willpower, discipline, or external motivation? It might sound too good to be true, but there's a surprisingly simple way to do this: Falling in love with your future. Something magical happens when you fall in love with your future: You start to appreciate the mistakes you made (or will make) on your health journey instead of beating yourself up over them. Today's guest, Scott, experienced this first-hand: After retiring and moving to Hawai'i with his husband, the luxurious life caught up to his belly. One day, he looked in the mirror and hardly recognized himself because he gained so much weight. Instead of beating himself up over it or worrying how he'll find the discipline to be consistent enough to lose the weight, Scott remembered to fall in love with his future. Since that moment he looked in the mirror, Scott's done a complete 180. He started yoga and eating right. As his momentum grew, he started resistance training. And today, he's continually tinkering and integrating healthier micro habits into his daily life. Scott comes loaded with helpful tips and tricks, mindset shifts, and ways to approach your fitness and health from a new perspective. Here's what Scott and I discuss: The micro habits Scott built to lose weight in retirement How to eliminate the need for discipline and sacrifices when becoming healthier How to create your own philosophies that can hold you up when accountability, discipline, and motivation fail And more, including… The spiritual mindset shift Scott went through after not recognizing himself in his mirror (and how this enabled him to be consistent without discipline) (3:11) The slow and insidious postural destruction that happens when you sit at a desk for work all day (3:34) Why the "Gravel Hill" technique can stop you from falling off the wagon completely when you feel discouraged or uncomfortable (6:16) How to recognize your growth when you're miserable in the middle of the discomfort phase (8:16) Why falling in love with your future unlocks the ability to look forward to stumbling on your fitness journey (9:19) The counterintuitive reason to put yourself first in your relationship (it sounds weird, but Scott and his husband celebrate 30 years next year!) (16:58) Why off-the-mat Man Flow Yoga helps ingrain the postural benefits more deeply into your body (and how to easily start doing this) (28:53) How to start resistance training without stepping foot in the gym or even lifting weights (42:28) The most effective dieting strategy if you're overweight and over 50 (48:51) Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Man Flow Yoga Events: Find the full list of cities we're coming to here: https://manflowyoga.com/man-flow-yoga-events/ 2. Man Flow Yoga: Haven't signed up yet? Start your 7-day free trial and see how yoga can eliminate aches and pains better than other types of exercise here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7

There are a lot of ways that fathers get in their own way of being a great parent. Sometimes it wears the mask of "self-improvement." Sometimes it gamifies your presence. And sometimes, it's a desire to overcorrect your parents' mistakes. In many ways, it's much harder to be a father today than ever before too. Gender roles are more fluid than they were in previous generations (but there's still value in distinguishing gender roles). Fathers are forced to feel through their feelings when it comes more naturally to think through them. And balancing the climate of your home, the relationship with your partner, and your responsibilities at work can lead to burnout. That's why I was personally excited for today's follow-up discussion with Boys Will Be Men author and therapist and fellow father, Vince Benevento. Vince answers all my toughest questions around: The Gentle Strength method to become a stronger, and gentler, parent How to be better at accepting yourself as you are today instead of who you'll become after hitting another milestone How to better divvy up the balance of traditional and modern gender roles to best benefit your entire home And more, including… Why modern fathers have unique challenges previous generations didn't have (and how to better balance your responsibilities without burning out) (4:28) How your tone, anxiety, and sense of urgency seeps into your climate at home even when it originates from work (6:38) The insidious "Destination Mindset Trap" that stifles your presence when parenting (7:15) Why men in particular are prone to gamifying being present (and why you might be blinded to how this interrupts presence) (9:25) The best thing you can do if you have too much free time that will show you why you're more isolated than you acknowledge (11:43) The real reason workaholics struggle in relationships that precedes working long hours and doing fulfilling work (17:25) Why new parents have a tendency to overcorrect their parents' mistakes (and why this overcorrection backfires) (27:47) Why the word "self-improvement" is a sneaky way you hold yourself back (40:44) 3 characteristics of "Gentle Strength" that make you a better parent in your children's eyes (even after you've drifted apart from your kid) (42:00) Guest Bio: Vince Benevento is the Director and Founder of Causeway Collaborative, leading and providing direct service for all three specialized teams. A licensed professional counselor, he holds a BA in Psychology from Wesleyan University and an MA in School Counseling from Fairfield University. Vince began his career as an in-home therapist for adolescents and families at the Wheeler Clinic in Plainville, Connecticut, a regional behavioral health services provider. From there, he entered the corporate world, where he worked as a professional recruiter and honed his career-counseling skills. With this valuable experience under his belt, Vince transitioned back to individual and community-based counseling as an employment specialist for the Kennedy Center, one of Connecticut's largest and most highly regarded community organizations. At the Kennedy Center, Vince worked to find meaningful jobs for unemployed adults with psychiatric diagnoses and criminal histories. He joined Freudigman & Billings in 2010 as an educational therapist and completed a year-long internship in the Weston High School guidance department, where he initiated and co-led weekly support groups for at-risk-students. In 2012, Vince brought his skills and experiences together to start Causeway Collaborative. Vince's work experience, whether in the corporate world or in counseling, is united by a single purpose: to help students, young professionals, and those who are struggling to plan for the future and to realize their potential. Vince recently published the book, Boys Will Be Men: 8 Lessons for the Lost American Male too. Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Buy Vince's book, Boys Will Be Men: 8 Lessons for the Lost American Male on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Boys-Will-Be-Men-American/dp/1959170317 2. Follow Vince on Instagram: @vince_benevento_LPC 3. Visit Vince's company, Causeway Collaborative, here: http://www.causewaycollaborative.com/ 4. Or, check out Vince's personal website (for speaking and coaching) here: https://www.sharperformen.com/ 5. Man Flow Yoga Events: Find the full list of cities we're coming to here: https://manflowyoga.com/man-flow-yoga-events/ 6. Man Flow Yoga: Haven't signed up yet? Start your 7-day free trial and see how yoga can eliminate aches and pains better than other types of exercise here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7

If you're not training your mind, then someone else is training it for you. Without your awareness, knowledge, or consent. And you only notice how deeply entrenched your conditioning when shit hits the fan. Mark Divine (retired Navy SEAL Commander, best-selling author, and CEO of SEALFIT and Unbeatable Mind) returns to the Better Man podcast for a beautiful example of showing courageous vulnerability in today's show. Because despite writing five books on mental and emotional health… Despite being a retired Navy SEAL Commander and successfully founding multiple companies… And despite having perhaps the most intense morning routine you'll ever hear about… … shit still hit the fan for Mark, which reminds us that perfection isn't possible and to never get complacent. Mark's one of my favorite guests. And you'll see why when you listen to this show. Here's what Mark and I discuss: Mark's exact 4-hour long morning routine (and the "shit hit the fan" story behind why Mark makes it so intense) How to start a mental strength practice and use it to improve your emotional intelligence and resilience How to bounce back after going through major setbacks without losing yourself And more, including… Why Zen monks break a sweat when they meditate - and easy-to-follow steps for beginners to train your mind to concentrate (2:58) The "barbell curls for your brain" mindset shift that makes you look forward to meditation (even if you suck at it) (5:25) How to train your mind like a Navy SEAL (and why you must rewire your brain or someone else will) (15:27) Why training your mind to become "One Mind" allows you to perceive more than others think possible, to create with almost unlimited potential, and to stay young for as long as you need (19:21) A simple practicing mistake almost all men make when trying to learn something new (23:28) How gamifying your goals hijacks your mind and practically forces you to achieve them (24:52) How to tap into a river of consciousness dating back thousands of years and "borrow" its energy by repeating ancient mantras (33:40) Why the best way to "rewrite" memories of your past is to create memories of your future (44:20) An extreme real life example of the imminent danger posed to and others by letting your emotions drive your actions (52:03) Why doing the work Mark describes in this episode, work that can change your life in ways you can't even imagine right now, won't make you perfect (1:00:51) Guest Bio: Dr. Mark Divine|PHD is a retired Navy SEAL Commander, New York Times Best-Selling Author, Founder / CEO of SEALFIT and Unbeatable Mind, founder of multiple million-dollar businesses, lifetime Martial Artist, Ashtanga Yoga teacher, and host of the Unbeatable Mind podcast (recently rated #1 health podcast and #30 overall on itunes). The U.S. Navy selected him to create a nationwide leadership and mental-performance program for the SEALs, designed to help elite teams excel under extreme stress. Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Find Mark's programs, coaching, books, and podcast on his site here: https://markdivine.com/ 2. Man Flow Yoga Events: We just announced new locations for 2026 in-person events. Find the full list of cities we're coming to here: https://manflowyoga.com/man-flow-yoga-events/ 3. Man Flow Yoga: Haven't signed up yet? Start your 7-day free trial and see how yoga can eliminate aches and pains better than other types of exercise here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7

Sometimes, your health crashes and the reason is so murky, figuring out what caused it sends you down a deep rabbit hole. That's what today's guest, Caroline Alan, experienced herself. Despite never drinking or smoking and living a living a relatively healthy lifestyle, Caroline's spent too much time in a very intense, high-tech career that wrecked her health: She was burned out, had flatlined adrenals, had an autoimmune condition, had bad inflammation in her gut and mouth (which led to bone loss in her teeth and periodontal disease, causing her to need to get her teeth cleaned five times a year), and had never been able to sleep through the night (she used to wake up three to four times every single night for most of her life). And then perimenopause happened, making every symptom worse and adding new ones like intense exhaustion, all sorts of anxiety and panic attacks, chronic fatigue - and the list goes on. If there's a chronic symptom, Caroline had it. But then she changed one key thing that forever changed the course of her health: She remineralized her body. And went through an almost unbelievable transformation - all because of minerals. Turns out, minerals are THE source of fuel for your cells. They are as foundational to better health and energy as sleep is. And it's estimated that 40 to 50% of the adult population doesn't get nearly enough minerals. Here's what Caroline and I discuss on today's show: Why there's such a big mineral deficiency problem in the modern world How to get ALL of your mineral needs, in the exact ratios your cells need them, from only two molecules Why thinking of your body like a forest (instead of a mechanical car) is a paradigm shift that enables you to grow healthier with age And, so much more, including these highlights: How seemingly innocent things like the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) mislead you and condition you to approach your health in the wrong way (2:51) The only two sources of fuel for your cells (and here's the kicker: your body only makes one of the two sources) (3:37) The "Cellular Campfire" secret that explains how the human system gets energized. (Most people don't know this and it's like buying a car without knowing how to fill it with gas) (3:57) Why using a full-spectrum, highly bioavailable mineral replenishment tool is like taking the pill in Limitless. (Every neuron in your brain has up to 2 million mitochondria in it… and minerals fuel your mitochondria) (5:41) How starving mitochondria in your cells tricks you into believing that your stress is coming from the outside when it's really coming from inside of you. (This is so common, scientists have nicknamed it the "hidden hunger.") (7:12) The rarely-talked about root cause of craving sweet and salty snacks (8:05) Why you're NOT lacking discipline because you can't get off the couch to exercise, the real reason is THIS (9:06) How remineralizing cleared Caroline's periodontal disease in about two months (before doing this she had to get her teeth cleaned five times a year) (13:20) The neglected "Low Cell Wall Permeability" problem that explains why water doesn't hydrate and food doesn't nourish your body like it should (and how to fix it) (21:23) Why taking a 65 million year old substance that originally formed after a meteor killed 75% of life on Earth in mere hours is the antidote to poor cellular health almost every modern person experiences today (22:38) The shocking reason why modern food contains zero humic or fulvic acid (both of these molecules not only have every mineral your cells need, but they're also in the perfect ratio) (28:08) 2 scientific ways to test whether you have mineral depletion or not (37:01) Why you DON'T want to use magnesium for cramps (not only is fulvic a more effective, more scientific, and speedier option, but magnesium has a dark streak of causing osteopenia and osteoporosis in athletes) (40:57) How humic and fulvic allow your body to decide which minerals it needs, how it needs them, and where it needs them 24/7 instead of becoming an armchair scientist in your spare time just to figure out your supplement stack (44:11) Listen now. Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Pre-order The Mineral Reset: The Essential Guide to Replenishing Your Body ​and Restoring Your Health. Pre-order Caroline's new book, releasing in April 2026, and unlock a free bonus when you pre-order through this link: https://MineralResetBook.com. 2. Remineralize your body with Beam Minerals and score an exclusive discount: If, after listening to this episode you're ready to mineralize your body, head over to Beam Minerals. Using our link to unlock your automatic discount: https://BeamMinerals.com/MFY 3. Follow Caroline on social media: Instagram: @carolinealan.offical YouTube: @carolinealan.official TikTok: @carolinealan.offical Facebook: Caroline Alan, The Mineral Geek 4. Man Flow Yoga Events: On February 28, I'm hosting a Saturday Workshop in Denver, CO. If you want to do yoga with me and get feedback in real-time, get your ticket here: https://shop.manflowyoga.com/collections/in-person-events/products/mfy-workshop-denver-february-2026-02-28 5. Man Flow Yoga: Haven't signed up yet? Start your 7-day free trial and see how yoga can eliminate aches and pains better than other types of exercise here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7

Today's episode features a legend in the mobility space, one of the "founding fathers' of mobility training himself, Dr. Kelly Starrett. Besides being a renowned mobility expert, Kelly's also the founder of The Ready State. In this episode, Dr. Starrett shares practical strategies for adapting workouts, prioritizing mobility, nutrition, sleep, and recovery, and building a resilient, adventure-ready body. We also cover the evolution of fitness, the pitfalls of outdated routines, and the importance of foundational habits over trendy hacks, offering actionable advice for lifelong health and functional movement. If you want to keep your mobility as you age (so you can do all of your favorite activities and hobbies), listen now. The highlights include: How to adapt your workouts as your body changes: Learn specific modifications for joint health, muscle maintenance, and injury prevention tailored to each decade of life (3:15) Step-by-step mobility, warm-up, and recovery routines proven to reduce injury risk if you're over 35 (6:30) The essential "NSM" trio: Here's exactly how much sleep, what types of foods, and which daily movements are most effective for boosting long-term health (10:00) The weird reason we're not getting healthier even as fitness knowledge peaks (and how to create a wellness blueprint that actually makes you healthier in your real life) (16:54) The "8's Plus Weights" method for totally simplifying your fitness without sacrificing your results (and, in most cases, actually improving your results) (21:18) Why you need to eat more protein, not less protein, as you get older (23:55) Simple ways that don't take any more "time" from your regular life to walk at least 8,000 steps per day (this is the "magic number" of steps per day because it drops your all-cause mortality risk by 51%) (25:49) How to set more specific and meaningful fitness goals that actually translate into daily function and resilience (26:20) How to break through fitness plateaus and bounce back from injuries or motivation slumps (33:10) Why recovery looks different after 40 (and how to maximize your gains even with an aging body) (37:25) Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Get the "Bible" of mobility books, Becoming a Supple Leopard: The Ultimate Guide to Resolving Pain, Preventing Injury, and Optimizing Athletic Performance by Dr. Kelly Starrett on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Supple-Leopard-2nd-Performance/dp/1628600837 More ways to connect with Kelly: 2. Visit Dr. Kelly Starrett's website here: https://readystate.com/ 3. Find him on social media below: X: https://x.com/thereadystate Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thereadystate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereadystate/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnnB4zDBqZHhQ4uLTAX8eYA 4. Buy my book, Yoga for Athletes, which features a great foreword from Dr. Kelly Starrett on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0744034892 5. Man Flow Yoga Events: On February 28, I'm hosting a Saturday Workshop in Denver, CO. If you want to do yoga with me and get feedback in real-time, get your ticket here: https://shop.manflowyoga.com/collections/in-person-events/products/mfy-workshop-denver-february-2026-02-28 6. Man Flow Yoga: Haven't signed up yet? Start your 7-day free trial and see how yoga can eliminate aches and pains better than other types of exercise here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7

David Maus Jr., the internet's premier expert on cold plunging, saunas, and other biohacking tools, makes his return in this episode. David and I explore the science behind extreme temperature therapy, dive into the mental clarity, recovery, and longevity benefits of cold plunges, saunas, and contrast therapy, and the best ways to fit these practices into your busy life. We go much deeper than cold plunges and saunas though. We also cover related biohacking topics like red light therapy, acupressure mats, and creatine (the most studied supplement on the planet with lots of benefits that transcend fitness). If you feel like something's "off," you're ready to take your next step on your fitness journey, or you want to do everything in your power to live as long and strong a life as possible, then listen to this episode. Here's what David and I discuss in today's show: Why contrast therapy is the holy grail for recovery and circulation When to choose cold therapy and when to choose hot therapy based on the benefits you're looking to unlock How creating an intentional recovery practice is the single most important thing you can do for your overall health and longevity And more, including these highlights: How to boost your mood, energy, and fast track your recovery by doing this simple, yet tough practice (1:15) Why you must gradually adapt to colder temperature extremes (5:30) Physiological advantages of hot therapy, particularly sauna use, for cardiovascular health and cellular repair (10:20) Why contrast therapy is perhaps the single most effective way to recover as quickly as you did in your 20s or 30s (15:45) The #1 mistake men make when experimenting with extreme temperature therapy (20:10) Are other related biohacking practices like red light therapy, acupressure mats, and creatine supplementation worth it? David explains at… (24:00) Why wearing synthetic clothing in a sauna can not only defeat the benefits, but can put your health at risk (38:05) How to integrate new wellness therapies into your life (especially if you're busy) (41:30) Listen now! Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Follow David's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@DavidMausJr: If you have any questions about cold plunging, using a sauna, or DIYing your own biohacking tools, David's super approachable and ready to answer your questions. 2. Man Flow Yoga Events: On February 28, I'm hosting a Saturday Workshop in Denver, CO. If you want to do yoga with me and get feedback in real-time, get your ticket here: https://shop.manflowyoga.com/collections/in-person-events/products/mfy-workshop-denver-february-2026-02-28 3. Man Flow Yoga: - Start your 7-day free trial and see how yoga can eliminate aches and pains better than other types of exercise here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7