Belly Buttons, Sacred Masculine Toymakers with David Ask

In this episode, Julie Hilsen interviews David Ask, an entrepreneur and encourager, about the importance of knowing oneself and embracing one's unique identity. They discuss the concept of true north and how it relates to finding one's purpose. David shares a story about an orphan and a toy maker to illustrate the power of belonging and having a mission. They also touch on the significance of affirming and validating others. The conversation concludes with a discussion about David's mission to empower boys through his program, Guardians of Grit. The conversation explores the importance of being a guardian of grit and the role of fathers in raising uncrushable children. It emphasizes the need for fathers to have an internal constitution and values that they can pass on to their children. The conversation also touches on the significance of guarding one's heart and the power of perspective. It concludes with a discussion on the value of relationships and the impact they have on our lives.
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Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction: Embracing Encouragement and Creativity
• 2:07 Chapter 1: Discovering Your True North: Embracing Your Unique Identity
• 9:29 Chapter 2: Belonging and Mission: The Power of Knowing Who You Are
• 13:47 Chapter 2: Belonging and Mission: The Power of Knowing Who You Are
• 18:11 Chapter 4: Empowering Boys: The Guardians of Grit Program
• 24:16 Chapter 4: Empowering Boys: The Guardians of Grit Program
• 26:32 Guarding the Heart: The Wellspring of Life
• 31:33 Shifting Perspectives: Changing the Way We See Challenges
• 36:12 The Essence of Life: The Importance of Relationships