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Explore the success stories of men like you that joined Man On FIRE and upleveled every area of their lives.

Roy Cocciolo’s Story:

“This Isn’t About Success. It’s About Becoming a Man Worth Coming Home To”

Roy had the career, the kids, the relationship… and yet, he was silently eroding. He hurt the woman he loved — and it cracked something open. In this raw, powerful share, hear how Man On FIRE gave him more than tools — it gave him back his heart, his courage, and the brotherhood he never knew he needed. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything “right” but losing yourself in the process… this is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed.

David Stapf’s Story:

He Built Concrete Walls Around His Heart — Until This Cracked Him Open

David had the money, the house, the cars. But passion? Gone. Love? Distant. Behind his business success was a man stuck in his head and walled off from his heart. In this open, transparent story, he reveals how Man On FIRE shattered those walls — and reconnected him to the man his wife could finally feel. If you’re tired of performing and ready to feel again — not just in life, but in love — watch this now.

Stanley Felix’s Story:

“She couldn’t feel me… Until I found my fire!”

Stanley thought he had it all — the marriage, the kid, the career path. But when his wife said "I love you, but I'm not in love with you", the illusion shattered. What he discovered inside the Man On FIRE Immersion wasn’t a checklist or a pep talk — it was the raw, real ignition of his masculine heart. Watch how one man found his power, his purpose, and reclaimed his presence — for himself, his family, and his future.

Mark Tamburro’s Story:

Success Wasn’t the Problem. Emptiness Was

Where did my “why” go? Mark had everything — wealth, respect, freedom. But inside? No why, no aliveness, no one to share it with. In this deeply human testimonial, he opens up about the emptiness that success couldn’t fill… and how the Man On FIRE Immersion cracked him open. What began as four days with strangers became the spark he needed to reconnect to his soul, his desire for real family, and his courage to finally go all the way. Watch and feel what’s possible.

Father and Son:

David and Greg Varnau’s Story

Grief, Rage, and Redemption: A Man’s Final Chance to Heal with His Son

After losing his wife and facing cancer himself, David felt hollow — until his son, Greg, invited him to a Man On FIRE Immersion. What unfolded wasn’t just healing — it was rebirth. This intimate look captures a son guiding his father back to his masculine presence, helping him rage, feel, and reconnect. It’s a rare, emotional journey of grief, love, and redemption — and a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to reclaim your heart… or your family.

Michael Polito’s Story:

“The business Michael Polito and the personal Michael Polito… are two f*ing separate guys.”

Michael Polito built a $50 million business. He gave his family everything — except the one thing they truly wanted: him. In this raw, no-BS testimonial, Michael opens up about the success that masked a lonely marriage, a disconnected heart, and a five-year-old boy still running the show. What he found inside the Man On FIRE brotherhood shattered everything he thought he knew about being a man. If you’re crushing it professionally but crumbling at home — watch this now.

Antonio Rodriguez’s Story:

A woman won’t fully reveal her heart… until she can trust your masculine leadership. Not Dominate. Not Fix. LEAD.

Tanya cried herself to sleep. Antonio heard it… and did nothing. Not out of cruelty — but disconnection. In this searing, redemptive testimonial, you’ll witness what happens when a man learns to lead from his heart, not just his head. When Antonio found Man On FIRE, he didn’t just save his marriage — he awakened a version of himself his wife had been longing for. If you want to reclaim that kind of connection — this is where it begins.

James Jex’s Story:

From Numb and Lost to Fully Alive: One Man’s Return to His Heart

James was drifting — numb, disconnected, and quietly falling apart. He wasn’t showing up for himself… or the people who mattered most. In this honest, soul-stirring testimonial, he shares how Man On FIRE cracked his heart wide open and showed him the power of being truly seen. What he found was more than personal healing — it was a reconnection to love itself. If you’re ready to stop performing and start feeling again, this is the story your heart has been waiting for.

Andrew Ybarra’s Story:

“I stopped drinking. My business exploded. I found love again — and this time, for real.”

Just 1 year prior, Andrew couldn’t stop drinking — and he couldn’t stand the man he’d become. Numb, stuck, full of blame. But one decision — to join Man On FIRE — set everything in motion. What followed was radical ownership, deep transformation, and a life that finally feels like his. In this fully open story, you’ll see what happens when a man stops running and chooses to rise. If you know there’s more in you… this is your wake-up call.

Jesse Reyna’s Story:

The Pain Wasn’t That She Left — It Was That He Never Let Her In

Jesse Reyna was the provider, the protector, the man who did everything “right.” But when his wife came home and said “I love you, but I’m not in love with you” — everything cracked. In this raw and redemptive testimonial, Jesse reveals how Man On FIRE taught him to finally feel, to own his pain, and to embody the mature masculine presence his relationships had been starving for. If you’ve been hiding behind success… this is your invitation home.

Douglas Wenzel’s Story:

It Took Him a Lifetime to Feel Worthy. This Is the Moment It Finally Broke Open

At nearly 75, Douglas Wenzel thought his fire was supposed to be out. He’d lived decades without tears, passion, or joy — hardened by pain, masked by performance. But when he walked into Man On FIRE, something cracked open. What followed was raw, real, and long overdue. If you’ve spent your life pushing feelings away, chasing worth, or just going through the motions… this is the story that proves it’s never too late to come home to yourself.

Mike L.

It was November 2019 and my life was bottoming out. I weighed 317 pounds, was nearing the end of yet another failed relationship, had next to no relationship with either of my kids and my business was all but dead.

I had no idea what to do about it, although I knew I had to do something. My weight was causing all sorts of issues including a nearly weekly gout outbreak that was so painful that there were days I could hardly walk.

The stress that came from all my relationships just compounded the problems I was facing as I couldn’t concentrate on my construction business, the stupid mistakes I was making were costing me a lot of money but even worse they were harming my reputation. My finances were at an all time low and I was at risk of being evicted from my home if I couldn’t turn things around. I was desperate.

I didn’t know where to turn. I was raised in a religious home but had been isolated from that community for years due to my disillusioned view of the way things were done there. I felt so alone, had no one that I could confide in.

Then I heard about a men’s community, Man of Fire that spoke of a brotherhood of men that were committed to up levelling there lives. They were having an event in a couple weeks do I made the decision to go and see what it was all about.

Without going to deep into the journey, which included a lot of hard work, accountability and support, I’ll share with you where my life is now.

I’ve been in the best relationship of my life with a woman that i treasure, we have such a great life due to the skills I’ve learned over my journey. We have moved from Canada to Akumal Mexico where we are living the life we have dreamed about. I’ve not only repaired my relationship with my kids but have become the kind of Dad that they both chose to follow to another country to be around, yes, they live about 15 minutes away and we regularly have family dinners together.

I’ve got an amazing career gear in Mexico building a sub division of homes the way we build in Canada and the USA. I’m so grateful to be hear teaching the locals a new way of constructing homes, helping them to develop new skills that enables them to earn a better living going forward. Everyday is an adventure!

Last but not least, my health, by identifying the underlying reasons why I chose to eat the way I did and my lack of discipline when it came to exercise I was able to make real and sustainable changes that have resulted in my losing over 60lbs !!! That’s 4 inches around my waist ! I feel great and best of all, I have not suffered a gout outbreak in at least 3 years!!!

Man on Fire is the real deal and I have so much love and gratitude David Mehler and his team because I know I could not have done it on my own, I had nearly 50 years of proof of that.

Reach out, what have you got to lose. 🔥🔥🔥

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Brian Dugay

Before Man on Fire, I didn't know what it meant to be a man anymore. I didn't know how to challenge myself or be challenged by other men in a meaningful way.

I wasn't a good role model for my son. I was indecisive and unable to confront issues and conversations needed to have. After being with Man on Fire for 6 months, I now have my balls [my power] back. I'm able to confront and have the difficult conversations with my wife, and colleagues. I have more energy and can handle life's problems without feeling overwhelmed. I respond from a place of power with masculine maturity.

I am a different man now than I was before Man On Fire Rising and could not have done it without the support of the brotherhood, and being held accountable to the issues I needed to face and the actions I needed to take to grow myself. I would recommend Man on Fire Rising to any man who wants to grow himself.

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Pat F.

It's hard to remember the hurts and the pains I was experiencing 3 years ago when I fully committed to the coaching program at Man On Fire and attended my first 4 day immersion. I've been given so many gifts after using the tools of the program to up-level myself, daily. I'm so full of joy and proud of myself for being all-in.

I didn't come here to post this because someone asked me to. I didn't come here to gloat or receive attention. I didn't come here to promote the program. I came here because I see so many men in need of motivation. A kick in the pants. I was there, too. You are not alone!

Before I joined MOF, I was in the midst of a break up that tore me apart.

After two divorces, I never wanted to get married again because I didn't want to feel abandoned and hurt again.

After 5 years in a committed relationship with a girlfriend, she cheated, and I felt crushed and alone. There I was at age 47, alone, and distraught just like I had been in the two previous marriages. I felt doomed, stuck in a life of repeated loss.

Man On FIRE appeared in my FB ads and I made the call and committed, blindly, to the coaching, the brotherhood, and the challenge from other men to up-level myself.

What were the results?
Feelings of self-fulfillment.
Having the ability to make all decisions without fear.
Taking risks in order to reap the rewards.
Accepting others' feelings of lack, drama, having problems, fighting with others, feeling frustrated, as simply them vibrating at a lower level of consciousness.
Opening my heart.
Being vulnerable.
Leading myself without fear of being judged by others.

What was I able to do after up-leveling myself?
I attracted a beautiful queen, who saw me country-line dancing 2.5 years ago… and SHE APPROACHED ME because of my energy, and we started a relationship.
I sold my house that I owned for 25 years, something I was always afraid of selling. But, it was the right decision to move in with my queen. I felt no fear proposing to her 1.5 years ago.

She went through a few surgeries and I loved her back to a full recovery. And we decided we would marry last week.

I love her so much and am proud to call her my queen and it fills my heart when she calls me her king. I'm so blessed!

In addition, 2 years ago, I opened up to my dad and we have shared a lot of vulnerable conversations that helped the two of us better understand each other, love each other and fill so much emptiness we had when I was growing up.

I felt no regrets that I didn't tell him how much he meant to me before he passed away in January of this year. I truly miss him but feel his loving presence in my life, even though he has crossed over.

Also, I reconnected with my first ex-wife and we became friends again. Sadly, her auto-immune problems resulted in her dying at a young age. But, she asked that I scatter her ashes for her as a last wish. I'm driving cross-country to honor her wish at Glacier Park in MT later this month.

Finally, I took some risks in my investments, which resulted in me being able to purchase a dream car, a Lamborghini (for real!), which I am picking up next week.

3 years ago… I was at the lowest point in my life.

I felt like I couldn't go on.

I can now say that after one immersion and a little over a year with MOF, I was able to turn that feeling of lack into a feeling of abundance, living into the man I was born to be and truly manifesting my dreams.

Today, I'm reaping the rewards.

Was the program expensive for me? Yes! It was hard to commit to spending the money.

Was that investment necessary in order to keep me committed to the program? 100%

Did I have to put in daily work in order to help myself grow, even after I finished the coaching program with MOF? Absolutely.

Did the investment in MOF and continuing to do the work pay me back in dividends? I can't put a percentage or dollar amount on it. I wish I had done MOF years ago.

I appreciate all the blood, sweat and tears that David, Kenneth, and the entire team of coaches have put into this program. It's a labor of love for them and I'm forever grateful.

Trust the process, allow them to challenge you, up-level yourself, and you will reap the benefits!

I'm proud to say, “I'm a Man On Fire alumnus!”

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