The Pocketknife and The Handkerchief with Mike Povenz - Episode 256

<p>Episode 256 is about marriage. How to be a better man and husband to our wives.<br> <br> Mike Povenz wrote a book called “The Iron and Cotton”. It's about becoming a husband that provides protection and comfort to his wife. The book is a practical guide to help men understand what makes a happy marriage. In this episode, we're going to be talking about strategies that you can apply to your marriage in order to be a better husband. The concept of the Pocketknife and The Handkerchief is to be someone with strength and compassion. It’s all about becoming a husband that provides protection and comfort to his wife. This is a great analogy you don't want to miss.</p> <p>Putting the effort in and making the best out of the relationship is never easy, especially for men. Our Men on Purpose community aims to create men who put forth the effort and has the emotional strength to protect their wife and their family. Join us and check out more episodes at<a href="https://ianlobas.com/podcast/"> <u>https://ianlobas.com/podcast/</u></a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Quick Timestamps</strong></p> <p>00:07:49 - What motivated you?</p> <p>00:14:03 - Greatest predictor of life expectancy</p> <p>00:17:03 - How to deal with the awkwardness of reigniting the fire of marriage?</p> <p>00:22:30 - 5 core beliefs of human</p> <p>00:26:36 - The 4 Horsemen of relationships</p> <p>00:36:43 - Not feeling worth it</p> <p>00:43:50 - The pocket knife and the handkerchief</p> <p>00:44:15 - Emotional Intelligence</p> <p>00:49:53 - Definition of a man</p> <p>00:55:38 - Rediscovering your wife</p> <p>01:00:56 - Infidelity</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Books or Articles mentioned:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Iron-Cotton-Marriage-Practical-knowledge/dp/1098388712"><u>https://www.amazon.com/Iron-Cotton-Marriage-Practical-knowledge/dp/1098388712</u></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Men-Your-Marriage-Matters-God-ebook/dp/B0121MF5WW"><u>https://www.amazon.com/Men-Your-Marriage-Matters-God-ebook/dp/B0121MF5WW</u></a></p> <p><a hre