Super Human Fathers

On this episode of Super Human Fathers Transformation Podcast, we have Greg Lowe as our guest. Greg discusses his desire to please God and not waste his life. He shares about having a reminder of mortality through a screensaver, which inspires him to live with love towards God and others. Greg opens up about a recent incident involving drinking, where he initially planned to have only one drink but ended up consuming more, including finishing a bottle of champagne and consuming liquor from the garage. He admits to a lack of self-control and awareness during this incident and woke up feeling the consequences. However, Greg takes responsibility for his mistake and focuses on getting back on track and balancing his calories.

Greg reflects on the ways he lied to himself during his weight loss journey and mentions a specific week where he wasn't mentally prepared, affecting his progress. He overcame the fear of getting smaller and losing muscle by trusting the advice given by others and pushing through. Greg emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing one's own fears and self-sabotaging thoughts. He admits feeling uncomfortable and wanting to eat more but doesn't want to drag out the process.

During the episode, Greg acknowledges that his food choices were limited and highlights his spouse's support in making low-fat meals. He believes that self-talk plays a significant role in achieving goals. Greg is passionate about nutrition, fitness, and weight lifting. He shares his journey of drinking heavily for the past 10 years despite his interest in fitness, and how it started ramping up while working long hours and being unable to go to the gym regularly. Greg speaks openly about driving under the influence multiple times, even with his children in the car, and the consequences it had on his life.

The turning point for Greg came when he realized he needed to make a change and reached out to someone named Ryan for support. He abstained from drinking for the first 3 months due to fear of cirrhosis of the liver and the possibility of dying. With a clean bill of health, he felt tempted to drink again.

Greg also shares about his experiences in a men's group and the support and willingness of its members. He emphasizes the idea of unlimited potential and the need to forgive oneself. Greg acknowledges his own shortcomings and how they prevented him from living according to the principles he believed in. With the help of others, Greg began to make positive changes in his life.

Throughout the episode, Greg highlights the importance of accountability and how the Super Human Father's program has been instrumental in his personal development. He talks about the community's support, transparency, and the shared struggles of others in the program. He encourages quick comebacks from failure without shame and shares inspiring stories of individuals who have faced challenges and come out stronger.

Greg also delves into the impact of his transformation on his relationships, particularly with his wife and children. While his wife initially doubted his actions aligned with his words, their relationship improved as people noticed his weight loss. Greg emphasizes the importance of honesty, vulnerability, and bravery for personal growth.

In the later part of the episode, Greg engages in a conversation with one of the hosts about their perspective on marriage and its impact on their leadership roles. This insightful conversation highlights the complexities and growth that can come from navigating relationships.

Overall, this episode of the Super Human Fathers Transformation Podcast with Greg Lowe discusses his journey of transformation, self-discovery, and the importance of accountability and support. Listeners gain insights into overcoming personal struggles, embracing vulnerability, and finding strength through self-improvement.