Welcome to ManPODS - a podcast series to connect and inspire men. Addressing topical issues and quashing the stigma that men shouldn't cry, men can't talk about their feelings and men won't be vulnerable - because we all need help, we all need support, and you are not alone. Together we will positively impact mental health.

On this episode we are thrilled to have with us, Mark Mandeno, the owner and director of Adventure Works - an outdoor education centre.

While teaching his kids to surf in 2015, Mark fell off a surfboard into shallow water and received a spinal cord injury.

Losing the use of 85% of his body, Mark has travelled an incredible INWARD journey to discover his purpose and identity - seperate from the outward journey that has previously directed his life.

What does suffering and pain look like?

How do the thoughts in our head direct the outcome of our life?

How can we possibly master those thoughts and then change them, so that we can not only survive adversity and conflict, but learn to live fully whole and free lives, removing constraint and lack?

Jo and Sue chat with Mark and learn about his profound inward journey. Mark has much to teach us all, on our search for truth, compassion, gentleness and ultimately love. 

With huge thanks and gratitude to Mark Mandeno at https://www.adventureworks.co.nz