What happens when a bestselling author and military veteran sits down with a father navigating pain, purpose, and personal growth?In this honest, no-BS episode, Geoff Michael Hopf joins Josh for a deep dive into the topics too many men avoid:Masculinity in today’s worldHealing without losing your edgeFatherhood without a modelWhy faith matters when everything else failsWhether you’re a man searching for meaning, a father doing his best, or just someone tired of surface-level conversations—this one hits deep.👇 Geoff brings the wisdom. Josh brings the fire. Together, they bring the truth.⭐ 5 Key Takeaways:1. You can’t heal what you won’t face. Josh's story shows how confronting trauma is the first step toward transformation.2. Fatherhood is a decision, not just a role. It’s about presence, not perfection.3. Being a man doesn’t mean being closed off. Real masculinity includes emotional depth and empathy.4. Faith gave Josh purpose when nothing else made sense. Surrendering helped him step into strength.5. Consistency is king. Growth doesn’t happen overnight—it happens when you keep showing up.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬🔗 Join the conversation and uncover real growth and healing.👇 SUBSCRIBE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/@JoshTheDerelict𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬...?▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬👍 Like the video (it helps a ton!)💬 Comment below to share your opinion!🔗 Share the video with anyone you think might help :)▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📧 For Business Inquiries: info@thederelict.biz▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoshTheDerelictTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@JoshTheDerelictInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/JoshTheDerelictLinkedin: /**Josh Tomeoni, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, RICP®**https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuatomeoni/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬And also our website:https://www.thederelict.biz/podcast▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Meet Geoff Michael Hopf04:15 – Why masculinity is under fire—and misunderstood09:40 – Josh on growing up fatherless & angry15:50 – Geoff’s military background and leadership lessons21:25 – The price of suppressing pain as a man30:10 – Faith as foundation: Why “The Big Boss” matters38:00 – Fatherhood: Showing up without a blueprint45:55 – Masculine energy vs. cultural confusion54:20 – Emotional courage & being honest with yourself1:04:00 – Final thoughts: “You are not your wounds—unless you stay in them.”
