# Ep 70: What Happens When You Check All the Boxes But Still Feel Disconnected with Bob Smith

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Podcast: [The Divine Worth Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-divine-worth-podcast-7058732)
Published: 2026-01-15T12:35:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2579

## Resource

In this episode, guest Bob Smith shares his journey from checking all the boxes of LDS life while feeling empty inside, to discovering true connection with himself, his relationships, and God. Bob opens up about growing up in a chaotic home that left him feeling small and powerless, and how years of marriage revealed that what was missing wasn't more doing—it was his authentic presence. He introduces his "Become the Captain" method, which combines vision, tools, and emotional healing to help LDS men step into their divine power and create genuine intimacy in their marriages. Bob's story reminds us that the longest journey we make is the 13 inches from our head to our heart, and that healing and transformation are absolutely available to each of us. 5 Key Takeaways Doing More Isn't the Answer - You can read scriptures, attend church, serve in callings, and check all the boxes, but if you're not present and connected to yourself, you'll still feel empty. What matters most is bringing your authentic self to your relationships. Complete the Emotional Circuit - True healing requires experiencing both the difficult emotions AND the resolution emotions. We can't just jump to positive thinking—we must allow ourselves to fully process negative emotions and then experience the completion (comfort, pride, nurturing) to truly move forward. Alignments Create Assignments - Who you surround yourself with is more important than what you do. Finding the right coach, mentor, or community aligned with where you want to go will naturally lead to the right actions and faster progress. All Problems Are Emotional Problems - The only reason we avoid doing something is because of how we believe it will make us feel. Recognizing this helps us understand that emotional healing is the k…

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