Empowered AF

Nov 15 2024 183 ep. 30 mins 22

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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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How to Stop Procrastinating and Take Action

Nov 15 2024 28 mins

Empowered AF 2.0 - Episode 126: "How to Stop Procrastinating and Take Action"In this episode, Mark tackles the ever-present challenge of procrastination that keeps so many people from reaching their true potential. He delves into why procrastination is often the "death meal" of personal progress, blocking us from taking steps toward our goals and fulfilling lives. Mark offers a can

How to Stop Being so Emotional

Nov 08 2024 35 mins

Empowered AF 2.0 - Episode 125: "How to Stop Being so Emotional"In this episode, Mark dives into the importance of emotional awareness and healthy expression for men. He sheds light on the pressure men face to suppress their emotions and the impact it has on their relationships and personal growth. Mark introduces practical tools, like the Feelings Wheel, to help men understand and

Why You Must Kill Complacency

Nov 01 2024 26 mins

Empowered AF 2.0 - Episode 124: "Why You Must Kill Complacency"In this episode, Mark unpacks lessons from the Patriots' legendary Super Bowl LI comeback and explores the power of relentless commitment. He highlights Tom Brady’s competitive spirit, the importance of building consistent habits, and embracing accountability to overcome personal challenges, including the “father wo

What Story Are You Telling Yourself?

Oct 25 2024 31 mins

Empowered AF 2.0 - Episode 123: "What Story Are You Telling Yourself?"In this episode, Mark dives deep into the power of stories and how they shape our perspectives and actions. Whether it’s through movies, sports, or our personal lives, the stories we tell ourselves can either empower us or keep us trapped in harmful patterns. Mark challenges participants to take a hard look at

Turning Your Conviction into Commitment

Oct 18 2024 26 mins

Empowered AF 2.0 - Episode 122: "Turning Your Conviction into Commitment"In this episode, Mark dives deep into the core principles of transformation, focusing on personal accountability, true commitment, and the importance of discipline. He emphasizes that real change starts with taking ownership of one’s actions rather than blaming external factors. Through personal stories and

How Victim Energy is Killing Your Marriage

Oct 11 2024 31 mins

Empowered AF 2.0 - Episode 121: "How Victim Energy is Killing Your Marriage"In this episode, Mark dives into the concept of "victim energy" and how it impacts personal growth and relationships.Highlights:Victim Energy Defined: Mark explains how victim energy is characterized by blaming external circumstances and people for personal problems. This mindset limits growth and destroys

How to Lead Your Wife Back to the Marriage

Oct 04 2024 30 mins

Empowered AF 2.0 - Episode 120: "How to Lead Your Wife Back to the Marriage"In this episode, Mark delves into the challenges of leading your wife back to the marriage. Using the analogy of Frodo’s journey from The Lord of the Rings, he explains how many men long to return to a perfect past in their relationship. Mark emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness and vulnerabil

How to WORK on Yourself

Sep 27 2024 48 mins

Empowered AF 2.0 - Episode 119: "How to WORK on Yourself"In this episode, Mark breaks down what it really means for men to do the “work” on themselves, especially in the context of divorce, separation, and personal growth. Mark emphasizes that true self-improvement is about more than just reading books or watching videos—it's about embracing vulnerability and doing the uncomf

Q & A with Mark Santiago

Sep 20 2024 52 mins

Empowered AF 2.0 - Episode 118: "Q & A with Mark Santiago"In this episode, Mark dives deep into the most critical questions men face when trying to save a marriage. Whether you're wondering if it's time to let go, navigating the pain of separation, or dealing with a mentally ill spouse, Mark provides actionable advice on how to become the best version of yourself in the face of

How to Leverage Your Time to Save Your Marriage

Sep 13 2024 28 mins

Empowered AF 2.0 - Episode 117: "How to Leverage Your Time to Save Your Marriage"In this episode, Mark breaks down the TSC (Time, Space, Consistency) model, designed to help men navigate through separation or divorce by leveraging time wisely. He stresses the importance of building key skills such as communication, self-trust, ego control, and listening to avoid reacting emotionall