What if competition isn’t just about winning — but about becoming the man God created you to be?In this “Thoughts with Mitch” episode, we explore the surprising connection between competition, brotherhood, and holiness. From intense Madden rivalries to wrestling, prayer, and softball — this is a real look at how competition shapes the masculine heart.We dive into:➤ The good, bad, and redeemed sides of masculine competition➤ How brotherly rivalry can actually sharpen your faith➤ What sports, losing, and board games teach us about the spiritual life➤ Why men are wired for hierarchy — and how it connects to heavenIf you've ever felt the urge to prove yourself, or if you're learning to reframe competition through the lens of virtue, you're not alone. This one's for the brothers in the fight.🚨 Feeling stuck? Like there’s more you were made for — but you’re still chasing worth through success, lust, or comparison?You don’t have to keep living like that.I work with Catholic men who are hungry for personal growth, deeper integration, and real freedom — especially around chastity and self-mastery.👉 Book a free 30-min consult at: https://www.craftedformore.com📩 Or DM (nick@craftedformore.com) me directly if you’re not sure where to start.There’s a better way to live. One rooted in truth, freedom, and purpose.🎧 Join the Hey Brother Community: https://discord.gg/DD4y9dYzQv📺 Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@heybrotherpodcast

This week on the Hey Brother Podcast, Nick Redd joins Nick Clune to share his powerful journey through addiction, shame, and identity — and how leaning into desire, brotherhood, and vulnerability brought lasting transformation. Nick opens up about his struggles with porn, the wounds of his past, and how the love of a priest helped him reclaim his worth.In this episode:→ The hidden cost of numbing through porn, alcohol, and passivity→ Why Catholic men often fear their deepest desires→ The difference between craving vs. temptation→ How brotherhood and spiritual fatherhood lead to lasting healing→ Nick's mission with The Freedom Group to help men reclaim sexual integrity💥 If you’ve ever felt stuck in shame or unsure of your purpose — this episode is for you.🎯 Watch this and learn how to stop living in your head... and start living in the arena.🔗 Resources Mentioned→ Nick Redd’s Work: https://www.thefreedomgroup.co→ Book: Addiction and Grace by Gerald May→ Book: The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen👥 Join the Hey Brother Community:Find brotherhood, live support calls, and resources for Catholic men:👉 https://discord.gg/DD4y9dYzQv🙏 Subscribe for more conversations that help you become the man God made you to be.📩 Interested in mentorship? Visit: https://www.craftedformore.com📧 Email Nick: nick@craftedformore.com🎙️ Podcast available on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.

Feeling like life is speeding past you — and you're just trying to keep up? In this first episode of Season 2, Nick and Mitch dive deep into what it actually looks like to slow down, be present, and embrace the mess of fatherhood, faith, and real life.🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:➡️ Why life changes (like having kids) demand new rhythms➡️ The hidden cost of "getting everything done"➡️ How to pray in the chaos (and why it's still holy)➡️ Embracing the mess instead of trying to outwork it➡️ The power of memory snapshots and wasting time on purpose🧠 Struggling to keep up with everything?You’re not alone. Season 2 is here to remind you that you don’t have to earn your worth through perfection. Slowing down isn’t failure—it’s how you reclaim your life.📥 Free Resources + Community👥 Join the Men Striving for More Discord: https://discord.gg/DD4y9dYzQv🤝 Mentorship for Catholic Men: https://www.craftedformore.com🔔 Stay Connected✅ Subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes💬 Comment below: How do YOU want to slow down this season of life?📲 Share this with a brother who’s feeling overwhelmed📌 Hashtags#HeyBrotherPodcast #CatholicMen #SlowingDown #Brotherhood #Fatherhood #CatholicFather #MenStrivingForMore #FaithInTheMess