In this episode of the Man of War Podcast, We sit down with Frank Stallone for a raw and powerful conversation about what it really means to survive in a world built on illusion.
Frank shares the truth about growing up under the weight of the Stallone name, what it felt like to be pushed aside in the industry, and how betrayal shaped his view of loyalty and legacy. This is not a Hollywood story. It's a lesson in grit, manhood, and standing firm in your values when everyone around you folds.
We talk about what it takes to stay grounded, why so many men lose themselves chasing recognition, and how to build something real that lasts.
If you're a man navigating adversity, dealing with identity, or fighting to carve your own path, this conversation will hit home.
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In this episode of the Man of War Podcast, We sit down with Frank Stallone for a raw and powerful conversation about what it really means to survive in a world built on illusion.
Frank shares the truth about growing up under the weight of the Stallone name, what it felt like to be pushed aside in the industry, and how betrayal shaped his view of loyalty and legacy. This is not a Hollywood story. It's a lesson in grit, manhood, and standing firm in your values when everyone around you folds.
We talk about what it takes to stay grounded, why so many men lose themselves chasing recognition, and how to build something real that lasts.
If you're a man navigating adversity, dealing with identity, or fighting to carve your own path, this conversation will hit home.
Bulldog Mindset: Destroying the Victim Mentality & Reclaiming Masculinity | Ep. 236 w John Sonmez
Man of War: Forging Men into Warriors
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3 months ago
Bulldog Mindset: Destroying the Victim Mentality & Reclaiming Masculinity | Ep. 236 w John Sonmez
Men today are drowning in victim mentality and John Sonmez, founder of Bulldog Mindset, is here to crush it. In this powerful conversation, we break down:
✅ How to eliminate the victim mindset and take full responsibility for your life
✅ Why men must embrace pride, hardship, and masculine virtues
✅ The secret to mastering fear (and how John overcame crippling panic attacks)
✅ Stoic philosophy and emotional mastery for men
✅ Why self-worth comes from YOUR judgment, not others
This episode will challenge you to stop blaming the world and start becoming the man you were meant to be.
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Takeaways
• Responsibility over Blame: Your life is YOUR responsibility, regardless of fault.
• Masculine pride comes from hardship, not comfort.
• Fear dies when you face it head-on, not when you avoid it.
• Stop external validation: your opinion of yourself matters most.
• Emotional mastery means feeling deeply but staying steady—a true king’s mindset.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro: Why Masculine Mindset Matters
01:04 The Birth of Bulldog Mindset
03:39 Killing the Victim Mentality
07:49 Pride, Hardship, and Becoming a Man
11:02 Conquering Fear: John’s Panic Attack Story
16:55 Stoicism & Overcoming Life’s Hardest Challenges
24:18 Emotional Mastery for Men
31:14 Past Trauma vs Present Responsibility
39:51 Building True Self-Worth
46:54 Where to Find John Sonmez
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Programs for Men Ready to Lead:
Men of War Crucible – A rite of passage, not a retreat: https://www.manofwar.us/
The Odyssey Program – Father-son legacy through challenge: https://www.theodysseyprogram.com/ody…
Private Mentoring Protocol – 1-on-1 elite coaching: https://www.rafajconde.com/
House of Kings Mastermind – For warrior CEOs and legacy builders: https://www.thehouseofkings.com/
MAN of WAR Podcast – Unfiltered truth for modern men.
Explore all: https://www.manofwar.us
Follow Rafa on Instagram: @manofwarr
Facebook: @therealmanofwar
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Man of War: Forging Men into Warriors
In this episode of the Man of War Podcast, We sit down with Frank Stallone for a raw and powerful conversation about what it really means to survive in a world built on illusion.
Frank shares the truth about growing up under the weight of the Stallone name, what it felt like to be pushed aside in the industry, and how betrayal shaped his view of loyalty and legacy. This is not a Hollywood story. It's a lesson in grit, manhood, and standing firm in your values when everyone around you folds.
We talk about what it takes to stay grounded, why so many men lose themselves chasing recognition, and how to build something real that lasts.
If you're a man navigating adversity, dealing with identity, or fighting to carve your own path, this conversation will hit home.
