This moment could have led to their divorce.Instead, they chose to fight for one another — and heal. Backstory It’s conference season. You’re traveling — a few work partners, back-to-back meetings, and long days. One Old Fashioned turns into four.And on the ride back, you end up in an Uber with the lone female on…
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A common sentiment I hear from the men I serve is that, “I wish she would initiate.” Brother, let’s flip that question. — Are you the type of husband that is worth initiating for? — Her initiating is less about what you perceive as her duty and more about the level of polarity, tension, and…
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In a recent episode of Whole Hearted Leadership with Lantz Howard, Jonathan Duarte shared a deeply personal journey of faith, leadership, and transformation. The Dance of Leadership and Marriage For Jonathan, leadership lessons began on the dance floor. While learning to dance with his wife, Isela, he realized that leading well is not about control,…
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Marriage is more than just sharing a home, finances, or responsibilities—it’s about deep connection, trust, and intimacy. But in a fast-paced world, many couples struggle to maintain both spiritual and sexual closeness. In a recent episode of the Wholehearted Leadership podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo, founders of One…
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In a world where leadership is often measured by bottom-line results, Greg Massey, CEO of First United Bank, offers a refreshing perspective—one rooted in faith, integrity, and people-centered growth. In a recent conversation on Whole Hearted Leadership podcast, Greg shared his journey of leading a company from just a few dozen employees in the 1990s…
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In a world where our phones are designed to steal our attention, what does it look like to reclaim our presence? That’s the conversation I had with Joey Odom, co-founder of Aro, on a recent episode of the Whole Hearted Leadership podcast. Joey’s mission is simple yet profound: help people develop a healthier relationship with…
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Introduction: Leadership is not just about strategy and execution—it’s about the heart. In my recent conversation with Ron and Nan Deal, we explored the Pain and Peace Cycle, a framework that brings clarity and healing to both marriage and leadership. The lessons from The Mindful Marriage: Create Your Best Relationships by Understanding and Managing Yourself…
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High-performer—one of the most overused words in leadership. But what does it actually mean? I had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Henry Cloud to unpack this, and his answer was a game-changer. Instead of chasing performance, we should be asking: Are we growing in maturity? Are we becoming complete? In this conversation, we…
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What makes a marriage strong? Is it grand gestures, years of experience, or simply luck? According to Trey Morgan, none of the above. Instead, it’s about daily choices, intentionality, and prioritizing your spouse in the midst of life’s chaos. In a recent episode of Wholehearted Leadership, I had the privilege of sitting down with Trey…
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Do you feel tension with your business partner? Are you having disagreements about how to operate? If you are a faith-driven leader continue with this thought for a minute. I am going to project a question on you, but it comes from our shared belief. “Are you praying for ____?” Insert his or her name.…
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He called this week, deeply concerned about his lack of empathy and selfishness in his marriage. A high-achieving, Christ-following man—but trapped in a cycle of perfectionism and criticism, unknowingly suffocating connection and intimacy. This is the hidden struggle of many good men. Driven. Successful. Yet disconnected. The fear is real: 💭 What if I share…
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