”You can pretend to care, but you can’t pretend to show up”

This episode of the Delay the Decay podcast with Dan Hardy features an in-depth conversation with Brian Mavis, founder of America’s Kids Belong. Brian shares his experiences over the past decade, including his work as a mentor, pastor, and advocate for vulnerable children. He discusses his current life focus, dubbed 'Brian 6.0', which emphasizes the importance of relationships and living intentionally.

The episode delves into Brian’s journey in foster care, the founding of America’s Kids Belong, and his views on living a balanced, intentional life. This conversation was a blend of heartwarming stories and practical advice for anyone aspiring to make a difference in their own lives and the lives of others, and I’m very glad Brian joined us for this one.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

02:28 How Dan and Brian Met

03:57 Brian's Recent Life Decisions

07:14 The Concept of Brian 6.0

12:24 Balancing Ambition and Relationships

14:52 The Importance of Tailwinds in Life

19:44 Health Challenges and Personal Growth

22:47 The Ripple Effect of Physical Health

25:33 Introduction to Brian's New Book: Go Upstream

26:17 The Impact of Foster Care on Society

34:31 Statistics and Outcomes for Foster Kids

36:15 Preventative Maintenance and Foster Care

40:27 Founding America's Kids Belong

47:27 Personal Reflections and Advice

55:27 Encouragement and Final Thoughts

Thank you Brian Mavis for being a guest on Delay the Decay!

Find Brian on social media:

- Brian on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-mavis-akb

- Brian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmavis/

- Brian on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brian.mavis/

- America’s Kids Belong Website: https://americaskidsbelong.org/

Delay the Decay is a podcast for unashamedly ambitious men who want to live longer, better and deeper by prioritizing what’s really important in life.

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Dan Harty is a coach, entrepreneur, and former pastor, who helps people build resilience in body, mind and spirit by emphasizing faith, fitness, and fighting the natural decay with daily habits rooted in biblical truths. Find Dan on social media:

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- Dan’s Guides: www.danhartyguides.com

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”You can only control a small amount of things in your life. And almost all pain in life is when you're focused on things that you can't control.”

Welcome to another episode of Delay the Decay with Dan Harty, featuring our guest Spencer Schubert, an accomplished sculptor renowned for his likeness sculptures of notable figures such as Bill Snyder, Buck O'Neill, and Marcus Aurelius. Spencer's entrepreneurial spirit and his pursuit of capturing the essence of individuals in his work are just the tip of the iceberg in this engaging episode.

Dan and Spencer’s conversation ranges from the unexpected way they met through the 4K Weeks project, to Spencer's philosophy on living an intentional and ambitious life. They discuss the impact of Memento Mori, a concept that encourages awareness of life's brevity to inspire more meaningful living, and how it aligns with the principles of stoicism that guide Spencer's daily life. We also chat on balancing hard work with maintaining physical and mental health, as well as the challenges of modern life and its impact on achieving well-being.

00:00 Introduction to Spencer Schubert

02:32 Meeting Spencer: A Serendipitous Encounter

04:00 The Importance of Following Through

04:53 Parenting Challenges and Insights

07:32 Balancing Business and Personal Life

14:00 Entrepreneurial Journey: From Sculpture to Business

19:31 Discovering and Growing 4K Weeks

35:51 Aging and Mortality: Embracing the Inevitable

37:38 Delay the Decay: Healthy Rhythms for Longevity

39:21 Personal Stories: Lessons from Family and Fitness

41:13 The Importance of Physical Fitness and Nutrition

54:53 Balancing Hard Work and Relationships

57:49 Stoicism and Personal Philosophy

01:08:06 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Thank you Spencer Schubert for being a guest on Delay the Decay!

Find Spencer on social media:

- Spencer on Instagram: www.instagram.com/espencerschubert

- Spencer on Twitter/X: www.x.com/SculptureSchube

- Spencer on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esschubert

- Spencer’s Website www.spencerschubertsculptor.com

Delay the Decay is a podcast for unashamedly ambitious men who want to live longer, better and deeper by prioritizing what’s really important in life.

- Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delay_the_decay/

- Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Delay-the-Decay/61577725301458/

- Website: www.delaythedecay.com

*** New episodes every Monday! ***

Dan Harty is a coach, entrepreneur, and former pastor, who helps men build a life of more intentional direction, not perfection, focusing on 5 main domains. Find more about Dan:

- Dan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dharty123/

- Dan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DanHarty/

- Dan’s Guides:

 ”You can find the time, but it is going to take some effort and some intentional planning.”

On the very first episode of Delay the Decay with Dan Harty, we sit down with Jobe Lewis from The 40 Day Fight. We talk about Jobe’s background, highlighting his journey as a former Division 1 football player, and how he faced the challenge of balancing faith, fitness, family and personal goals. He shares a little about his experience working with youth pastors and about The 40 Day Fight initiative, designed to help people integrate spiritual, nutritional, physical and mental health for sustained growth and well-being.

Jobe and Dan reflect on the significance of finding balance and success in one’s journey, moving beyond temporary fixes like diets or exercise fads, to embrace a holistic approach that fosters resilience and purpose. Tune in for valuable insights into how faith and fitness can work hand in hand to build strength and endurance, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and balanced life.

00:00 Introduction to Jobe Lewis

02:30 Recent Small Decisions in Jobe’s Life

05:18 About the Beginnings of Delay the Decay and The 40 Day Fight

10:08 Balancing and Prioritizing What Truly Matters

17:24 Loving God and Our Neighbor

18:28 What’s Unique from The 40 Day Fight

28:08 Why 40 days? Why Not 25 or 100?

31:29 Jobe’s Message to His 33-Year-Old Self and Thoughts on Decay

41:21 Incorporating a Busy Life as a Family Man and Businessman

46:07 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Thank you Jobe Lewis for being a guest on Delay the Decay!

Find Jobe on social media:

- Jobe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jobelewis_/

- Jobe on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jobelewis

- Jobe on X/Twitter: https://x.com/jobelewis28

- The 40 Day Fight: www.40dayfight.com

Delay the Decay is a podcast for unashamedly ambitious men who want to live longer, better and deeper by prioritizing what’s really important in life.

- Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delay_the_decay/

- Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Delay-the-Decay/61577725301458/

- Website: www.delaythedecay.com

*** New episodes every Monday! ***

Dan Harty is a coach, entrepreneur, and former pastor, who helps men build a life of more intentional direction, not perfection, focusing on 5 main domains. Find more about Dan:

- Dan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dharty123/

- Dan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DanHarty/

- Dan’s Guides: www.danhartyguides.com

- The 40 Day Fight: www.40dayfight.com

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