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Being raised without brothers or sisters has advantages that can serve you well. Sometimes it can be tough being an only child, but if you focus on the positives, it will make growing up a little brighter and prepare you for the future. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbeat humor, your host Tim Williams, chats about a variety of to...

Comparing yourself to others is the worst benchmark you can use to rate your personal value. Improving your self-worth means incremental steps over time. Knowing your value means you won't be distracted by others but will stay committed to doing what is best for you. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbeat humor, your host Tim Wil...

Seniors everywhere are celebrating another milestone - graduation! It's time to celebrate, time to relax, and time to contemplate what the future might hold for you, but what about time itself? As you move into the next season of life, the great equalizer waits for no one. How you spend your time can be the difference between an optimistic future and a regrettable past. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffl...

Having a good vocabulary can be an incredible self-esteem booster. It also gives the impression that you are a young man serious about honing your craft into an art form of verbal communication. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbeat humor, your host Tim Williams, chats about a variety of topics that not only challenge but motivate ...

Your mom has a special request for this upcoming Mother's Day. She wants you to be kind. With all the rancor saturating our country these days, moms are becoming increasingly concerned about the lack of tenderness with the younger generation. Listen in and find out how to show a little kindness to your mom on "Kindness Sunday" without losing your manliness. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of ...

The more you know, the less you don't know. Well that's obvious, right?! Many teenage guys aren't taught basic life skills that can help them make life a little easier as they mature into adulthood. With that in mind, here are some helpful tips that can aid you in making a smoother transition into the next stage of life. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned...

Do you have a good relationship with your brothers and sisters? If not, you might want to try a little harder because it has the potential of saving your future marriage and making life rich. Research shows that growing up with siblings has several advantages. We will discuss some of the positives and explain why a strong bond is important as you grow older. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of...

As the 29th overall pick in the first round of the 2020 NFL draft, Isaiah Terrell Wilson was poised to be a starter for the Tennessee Titans. What appeared to be a bright future for the 22-year-old right tackle turned into a grim horizon as poor choices led him down a path of uncertainty. While his future is now in doubt, there are some life lessons we can learn from this story whose end is yet to be determined. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who ...

As part two of the Helpful Tips For Your First Job Interview series, we discuss how to conduct yourself during an interview, the questions an interviewer might ask, important questions you should ask, and how to follow up after the interview. Remember...your first goal is to convince someone you're worth hiring; your second goal is to prove them right! *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth...

Here are some tips to help you guys land that all important first job. We discuss resumes, grooming, proper dress, and general presentation tactics. Be on the lookout for the follow up episode that will cover interview practices, questions, and what to do after the interview. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbeat humor, your hos...

Texting someone out, aka asking them out by text, is a growing trend today. While this approach to the old fashion way of landing that first date makes the dreaded process less stressful and easier to manage, something might be lost in the process. Discover what that something is in this episode. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbe...

We might find ourselves in a relationship that ends up being more of a pain than it's worth. Until our situation changes, we can complain about how awful the person is and how much discomfort they are causing us, but there is another approach we can take that gives us an advantage over the situation. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled wit...

So what's in a handshake? No doubt this is a crazy topic to be talking about, but since the time of the Greeks, the handshake has been recognized as an international symbol for a proper introduction. Is the handshake more than just a polite gesture when greeting someone? Does it convey an instant message about us? Is there even any research on this strange subject? Get a kick out of this episode as we wander into the world of handshake humor. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life road...

If you have been unable to attend school in person over the last year, this episode is for you. The COVID crisis has placed boys and young men into silos, and while Zoom calls have helped continue the education portion of the school experience, the loss of interaction with friends and classmates has resulted in lasting negative consequences. While the current situation seems bleak, a brighter tomorrow remains strong. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young ...

This is a short preview of the upcoming episode entitled Endurance During The COVID Crisis. You don't want to miss this one! *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbeat humor, your host Tim Williams, chats about a variety of topics that not only challenge but motivate you to thrive as you boldly mature into manhood. www.thrivehoodp...

Let's be honest...most of us cringe at the thought of having to start up a conversation with a stranger. Choosing your opening, keeping the dialogue moving, then figuring out how to end the excruciating moment respectfully is stressful. What if the person hijacks the conversation, or even worse, treats you like you are a brick wall? Here are some simple steps you can take to alleviate the pressure of starting a conversation. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and y...

The upcoming episode, The Art Of Conversation, discusses the art of starting and keeping a conversation going. We will also reveal what tennis and talking have in common. Stay tuned! *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbeat humor, your host Tim Williams, chats about a variety of topics that not only challenge but motivate you to thriv...

The definition of success has become skewed in recent years as most define it as a bank account balance. As we will learn in this episode, a young man comes to understand the true meaning of success and the value of becoming a well-rounded individual. *** The Thrivehood Podcast is a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men who want to do more than just survive the baffling years of youth. Bringing a dose of seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbeat humor, your host Tim Williams, chats about ...

The journey to manhood is filled with wonder, excitement, and promise, but it can also bring uncertainty, confusion, and self-doubt. Looking at what is considered the cornerstone of this podcast, the Rite of Passage is a practice that was, and still is, used as a gateway for young men entering into adulthood. Many tribes, groups, and religious circles perform this important ceremony to not only acknowledge, but to celebrate, the boys who are on a new path toward the men they are called to be. **...

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