Are you a man struggling to find real purpose, haunted by past trauma, or constantly wrestling with your identity? Have you felt trapped by labels, longed for authentic brotherhood, or wondered if true freedom and transformation are even possible? In this powerful episode of the Stand Up Dude Podcast, we sit down with combat veteran, theology graduate, and North Arrow Coffee founder Robert Mitterando for an unfiltered conversation on overcoming PTSD, breaking free from victimhood, and embracing radical discipleship as a follower of Christ.
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If you’re searching for encouragement, practical tools, and raw truth on how to walk as the man God created you to be—THIS is the episode you can’t afford to miss.
What You’ll Experience in This Episode:
- • PTSD & Trauma—The Untold Truth: Robert exposes the biggest misconceptions surrounding PTSD and trauma, sharing how combat experiences and personal failure led him into self-medication, addiction, and hopelessness—and how Christ’s lordship shattered the chains.
- Masculinity Redefined: Discover why true masculinity isn’t about bravado, military achievements, or worldly success—but about standing in the truth, walking in vulnerability, and living wholly surrendered to Jesus.
- From Label to Liberation: Hear Robert’s brutally honest account of claiming “PTSD” as an identity—and the moment God confronted him with, “Really?” Learn how to break free from false identities and choose who Christ says you are.
- Discipleship That Transforms: Get a first-century insider’s view on biblical discipleship: how real men reflect Jesus in every area—and why being a disciple goes far beyond Sunday attendance or religious labels.
- Radical Generosity & Kingdom Business: Explore how Robert’s faith revolutionizes his approach to business, money, and stewardship—including why North Arrow Coffee gives away 15% of proceeds and operates with Spirit-led generosity. • Community & Brotherhood: Practical advice for finding authentic, Spirit-filled men, building real community, and letting iron sharpen iron—so you don’t walk alone.
- Overcoming Addiction & Anxiety: Tim and Robert get honest about alcoholism, anxiety, and the daily battle for gratitude and freedom—giving hope to men battling darkness.
- A Call to Boldness: Learn why rebellion and apathy destroy more lives than atheism—and how to reject lukewarm Christianity and live a life that actually looks like Jesus.
- Take Your Next Step: Plus, a simple, powerful invitation to know Jesus personally, pray for transformation, and access free resources for your own journey—no matter where you start.
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Timestamps:
00:00 "Marine Corps Over College Fears"
05:53 "Trauma, Idols, and Repentance"
09:18 "Transformed Through Faith and Discipleship"
12:39 Faith, Struggles, and Redemption
14:26 "Sharing Without Emotional Overload"
19:14 "Identity in Christ Explained"
22:51 Identity Rooted in Faith
24:29 "Making Jesus Lord of Life"
28:50 "Discovering Faith Through Community"
30:40 God Teaches When We Ask
34:54 "Everything Belongs to God"
37:14 "Faith-Driven Business Transparency"
42:20 Invitation to Know God
43:23 "Connect, Pray, Grow in Faith"
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