Radio Ronin
Blu Robinson
Reinventing Yourself with Craig Filek
Reinventing Yourself with Craig Filek
Reinventing Yourself with Craig Filek
Tuesday 10th June 2025
Join Coach Blu Robinson and Craig Filek as they explore reinvention, connection, and healthy masculinity in midlife challenges and addiction recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Men face unique challenges in midlife.
- Healthy masculinity involves emotional safety.
- Mentorship is key in personal development.
- Community and elders guide authentic living.
- Purpose can be found beyond addiction.
You can reinvent an entire lineage of pain and destruction and turn that around—and you didn't do it alone.
In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson invites guest Craig Filek to discuss the themes of reinvention, connection, and healthy masculinity. The conversation centers around the unique challenges faced by midlife men, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and emotional safety in men's work. Filek, who has focused his work on helping individuals navigate life's transitional stages, shares insights into finding purpose beyond addiction and fostering healthy relationships among men.
Filek observes that many high-achieving midlife men reach a plateau where traditional success no longer satisfies them. They encounter a lack of direction akin to being at the end of the road without a map. This is where mentorship and community play crucial roles in guiding these men towards authentic living. The role of elders, who can offer wisdom and guidance, becomes paramount, helping younger generations navigate their paths to purpose.
A significant part of the discussion revolves around the concept of healthy masculinity, which involves emotional safety and the ability to express vulnerabilities. Filek notes that many young men have misconceptions about masculinity, often seeing distorted and incomplete examples. Through personal anecdotes, he highlights the potential to reinvent oneself and break free from the destructive patterns of the past.
Blu Robinson and Craig Filek emphasize the power of community, pointing out that people do not have to face their challenges alone. They encourage listeners to widen their mentor circles, engage with supportive communities, and seek out resources like Addict to Athlete's men's groups and counseling services. Finally, they discuss the legacy one can leave by living a life of purpose and contribution, turning one's personal challenges into a message of hope and resilience.
The episode is a heartfelt call to action for men to embrace their authentic selves and support one another on their journeys.