The Pocketknife and The Handkerchief with Mike Povenz - Episode 256

Published: April 4, 2022, 9 a.m.

Episode 256 is about marriage. How to be a better man and husband to our wives.

Mike Povenz wrote a book called “The Iron and Cotton”. It's about becoming a husband that provides protection and comfort to his wife. The book is a practical guide to help men understand what makes a happy marriage. In this episode, we're going to be talking about strategies that you can apply to your marriage in order to be a better husband. The concept of the Pocketknife and The Handkerchief is to be someone with strength and compassion. It’s all about becoming a husband that provides protection and comfort to his wife. This is a great analogy you don't want to miss.

Putting the effort in and making the best out of the relationship is never easy, especially for men. Our Men on Purpose community aims to create men who put forth the effort and has the emotional strength to protect their wife and their family. Join us and check out more episodes at https://ianlobas.com/podcast/


Quick Timestamps

00:07:49 - What motivated you?

00:14:03 - Greatest predictor of life expectancy

00:17:03 - How to deal with the awkwardness of reigniting the fire of marriage?

00:22:30 - 5 core beliefs of human

00:26:36 - The 4 Horsemen of relationships

00:36:43 - Not feeling worth it

00:43:50 - The pocket knife and the handkerchief

00:44:15 - Emotional Intelligence

00:49:53 - Definition of a man

00:55:38 - Rediscovering your wife

01:00:56 - Infidelity


Books or Articles mentioned:

https://www.amazon.com/Iron-Cotton-Marriage-Practical-knowledge/dp/1098388712

https://www.amazon.com/Men-Your-Marriage-Matters-God-ebook/dp/B0121MF5WW

https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Principles-Making-Marriage-Work/dp/0553447718


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