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Great Men Rebuild After Betrayal (w/ Jeff Rose)

Great Men w/ Shane Sams··8 September 2026·1h 8m

About this episode

Shane Sams sits down with longtime friend Jeff Rose, founder of Good Financial Cents, for a raw and vulnerable conversation about midlife crises, business betrayal, and the painful path of rebuilding trust. Jeff opens up about the devastating fallout of selling his financial planning practice and digital brand, only to discover critical deception from a business partner that cost him millions. He candidly shares the humbling process of buying back his own company and the deep psychological toll the ordeal took on his mental health and marriage. From battling severe depressive episodes and suicidal thoughts to finding breakthroughs through ketamine therapy and inner child work, Jeff illustrates the courage required to confront betrayal and reclaim personal agency. The episode moves deep into the messy realities of fatherhood and self-forgiveness, exploring the emotional weight of parenting a child with an attachment disorder and letting go of impossible expectations. Shane and Jeff discuss the subtle dangers of midlife burnout, emphasizing why maintaining simple, consistent physical health routines like walking, lifting, and playing pickleball serves as an essential anchor during high stress seasons. By shedding chronic guilt, working through ongoing therapy, and leaning into creative new projects, Jeff provides an honest, empowering roadmap for men learning how to navigate life's darkest storms and model true resilience for their families. Join the brotherhood at greatmen.org.