Our world never stops demanding our attention, so much so that finding clarity has become one of the greatest challenges men face today. I sit down with Kyle Nelson and Eli Libby, founders of Solo Retreat Company, to discuss their new book "The Art of a Solo Retreat" and how intentional solitude can break through the noise to reveal your true purpose and direction.

Both Kyle and Eli discovered the power of solo retreats during their darkest moments - Kyle after losing everything in the Paradise, California wildfire and facing suicidal thoughts, and Eli after his business crumbled, his marriage ended and he lost a beloved mentor all within two weeks. Their stories reveal how removing external noise and creating space for deep self-reflection can literally save lives and transform futures.

Your breakthrough isn't found in adding more to your life - it's discovered by reducing the daily chaos and reconnecting with your authentic self. Kyle and Eli share their RESET framework (Remove the noise, Engage with the present, See what's true, Envision what's next, Take aligned action) and explain how solo retreats work for men whether they're in crisis, transition or simply wanting to confirm they're on the right path.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Giving yourself permission to step away and prioritize your mental and emotional wellbeing

• Discover the neuroscience behind solitude and why removing noise allows your inner voice to be heard clearly

• Navigate major life transitions including career changes, empty nest syndrome, divorce and grief

• Implement the RESET framework for structured self-reflection and breakthrough moments

• Create sustainable reset rhythms from 5-minute daily practices to multi-day retreats

• Build authentic accountability systems focused on camaraderie rather than micromanagement

The key moments in this episode are:

00:06:30 - Kyle's Journey From Paradise Fire and Suicidal Thoughts to Breakthrough

00:10:45 - Eli's Crossroad of Business Closure, Marriage Ending and Uncle's Passing

00:15:10 - The Science Behind Why Solo Retreats Work

00:22:40 - Who Benefits Most from Solo Retreats

00:30:15 - The RESET Framework Explained

00:35:10 - Accountability is the Key to Long-term Success

00:40:15 - How to Get Started with "The Art of a Solo Retreat"

Connect with Eli Libby and Kyle Nelson

Book - 'The Art of a Solo Retreat'

https://shorturl.at/v7EFy

Website

https://soloretreat.co

LinkedIn - Eli Libby

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elilibby/

LinkedIn - Kyle Nelson

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylenelson1/

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

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