In this episode of The True North Movement podcast, Pastor Eric shares his powerful transformation journey, from overcoming childhood trauma and addiction to embracing radical resilience. He discusses his path to spiritual awakening, becoming a youth pastor, and finding his true purpose. Through candid reflections, Pastor Eric emphasizes the role of resilience in navigating life's hardships and how community support, biblical masculinity, and personal discipline played pivotal roles in his life. He also touches on the importance of maintaining a personal relationship with God and how his faith became a source of strength and resilience.

0:00 - Opening Remarks on Radical Resilience
Pastor Eric introduces the theme of resilience and shares his journey.

2:00 - Early Life Challenges
Details of Eric's childhood struggles with trauma and addiction.

5:30 - A Turning Point
A faith encounter that marked the start of his resilience journey.

10:45 - Becoming a Youth Pastor
Mentorship and purpose led him to ministry.

15:30 - Resilience Through Setbacks
Insights into maintaining faith during hard times.

20:00 - Community Support
How a strong community and mentors fueled his resilience.

27:00 - Life as a Spiritual Journey
Finding his True North by aligning with his divine purpose.

33:03 - Spiritual Disciplines in Resilience
Eric shares how prayer, fasting, and worship strengthened his walk with God.

40:36 - Finding Divine Purpose
Eric discusses the joy and meaning that come from discovering one’s purpose.

44:16 - Final Thoughts and Encouragement
Encouragement for men to stay connected to community, seek their purpose, and grow spiritually.

In this special season finale Q&A episode of The True North Movement podcast, Pastor Eric Heard joins Dr. Andy to explore the vital role of resilience in navigating life's challenges. They kick off by delving into biblical perspectives on resilience and perseverance, sharing verses that inspire and sustain believers through difficult times. Throughout the episode, they respond to listener questions and further explore how resilience impacts key areas of life, including marriage, business, health, and personal growth. This engaging conversation emphasizes the importance of adhering to core Christian values and provides a thoughtful wrap-up to season 2 of the podcast.

• 0:54 Biblical Foundations of Resilience
  • Discussion on resilience in scripture and its application in life.
• 5:43 TrueNorth Authenticity and Resilience
  • How personal values and Christian beliefs forge a resilient character.
• 10:31 Resilience Training with Navy SEAL Examples
  • Insights into the mental toughness and perseverance of Navy SEALs.
• 13:38 Understanding True Self for Resilience
  • Personal stories highlighting the journey to self-discovery and resilience.
• 18:43 Resilience in Marriage and Tragedy
  • Narratives of personal loss and the resilience found in faith and relationships.
• 24:49 Community Support in Resilience
  • The role of friends and community in navigating grief and building resilience.
• 28:06 Challenges to Men’s Resilience and Leadership
  • Exploring the struggles men face with identity and resilience.
• 33:39 Principles of Resilience and Transformation
  • Discussion on the impact of resilience on personal growth and transformation.
• 39:20 Time Stewardship and Fulfilling God's Purpose
  • Advice on maximizing time and energy for personal and spiritual growth.
• 45:03 Defining TrueNorth Through Values and Community
  • How defining core values and engaging with a supportive community enhance resilience and purpose.

In this episode of The True North Movement, Dr. Andy Garrett and Pastor Eric Heard delve into the often challenging yet rewarding world of goal setting and resolutions. As the new year unfolds, they shed light on the common pitfalls of traditional New Year's resolutions, emphasizing why many of these annual commitments tend to fall by the wayside. The episode offers a fresh and insightful perspective on setting meaningful and achievable goals, anchored in the TrueNorth principles. This discussion is not just about setting any goals, but about crafting ones that resonate deeply with personal values and aspirations, ensuring they are both fulfilling and sustainable.

Dr. Garrett and Pastor Heard explore the psychological and spiritual dimensions of goal setting. They stress the importance of reflecting on the past year's experiences to inform and empower future aspirations. Throughout the episode, they weave in practical wisdom, including biblical references and psychological insights, to guide listeners in establishing resolutions that are more than just fleeting desires. The episode is not only a guide to setting and achieving objectives but also a journey into understanding human nature, discipline, and the power of community in personal growth. Whether you're looking to make incremental changes, set 'hinge goals' that can pivot your life in new directions, or simply find a more meaningful approach to personal development, this episode is a treasure trove of guidance and inspiration.

01:00 - Introduction to the Episode's Theme

• The episode opens with Dr. Andy Garrett and Pastor Eric Heard discussing the ineffectiveness of traditional New Year's resolutions and introducing the TrueNorth principles for setting meaningful goals.

02:35 - The Failure of Resolutions

• The hosts explore why New Year's resolutions often fail, focusing on human nature and the challenges in maintaining discipline.

03:07 - Reflecting on the Previous Year

• Importance is placed on reviewing the previous year (2023) before setting goals for the new year. This includes understanding past successes and failures for better goal setting.

04:58 - Building Momentum from Past Successes

• Discussion on leveraging the previous year's successes to set impactful goals for the new year.

09:16 - Spiritual Foundations for Resolutions

• A passage from Ephesians is referenced, highlighting the need to be wise and understand God's will in the context of setting resolutions.

10:18 - Planning and Values in Resolutions

• The hosts emphasize the necessity of planning and aligning new year goals with personal values.

12:24 - Incremental Changes and Discipline

• The significance of making small, consistent changes and the role of disciplines like fasting in personal and spiritual growth.

16:17 - The Concept of a 'Hinge Goal'

• Discussion on how a single, well-chosen goal can have a ripple effect across various aspects of life.

18:29 - Community and Accountability in Achieving Goals

• The importance of having a supportive community and accountability mechanisms for goal attainment.

22:02 - Psychological Benefits of Confession

• The psychological impact of acknowledging and letting go of past failures to move forward effectively.

25:18 - SMART and WHIP Methodologies for Goal Setting

• Introduction and explanation of effective goal-setting strategies like SMART and WHIP.

29:31 - Anticipating Obstacles

• Planning for potential setbacks and obstacles in the path to achieving goals.

31:49 - Flexibility in Goal Achievement

• The importance of adapting and being flexible in the pursuit of goals.

34:21 - Equipping for Challenges

• The necessity of being prepared to handle challenges and setbacks in goal achievement.

36:11 - Daily Accountability and the Concept of 'Rebooting'

• The role of daily accountability practices and the idea of starting fresh each day to stay on track.

39:11 - Visualization Techniques for Success

• The use of visualization techniques to enhance the goal achievement process.

40:13 - Applying Tools and Methods in Practical Life

• Closing remarks on how to practically apply the discussed tools and methods in everyday life.