130. The Power of Connection (Men Don’t Know What They’re Missing) w/ Owen Marcus
"We're hardwired not just for survival but for connection. We need different types of bonds, like intimate ones with partners. Many of us struggle because we didn’t experience enough secure attachment as children." - Owen Marcus
Today on Men, This Way:
00:00 Welcome & Introduction
01:07 Background and Everyman
02:20 Early Challenges with Dyslexia and Asperger's
03:25 Realizations and Growth
04:23 Motivation to Start Men's Work
05:00 The Importance of Feeling in Relationships
08:33 Introducing Somatics and Co-regulation
11:12 Discussing Safety and Vulnerability
13:16 Creating Safe Spaces in Men's Groups
14:11 Deepening Connections Through Vulnerability
16:17 The Rock Formula: Relax, Open, Connect
18:35 The Impact of Constant Stress on Relationships and Health
22:48 Proactive Approaches to Men's Mental Health
25:44 The Process of Embracing Change and New Practices
28:47 The Role of Community and Connection in Men's Work
33:15 Finding and Creating Men's Groups
37:22 Challenges of Emotional Expression in High-Stakes Professions
40:17 Somatic Practices and Mindfulness
43:14 Patterns in Men's Emotional Growth and Resistance
47:13 The Importance of Language in Expressing Emotions
50:23 Current Personal Challenges and Insights
52:54 The Future of Men's Work and Community Growth
55:49 Advice for Women Supporting Men's Emotional Growth
59:24 Closing Thoughts and Appreciation
Connect with Bryan & Tait:
- Website: bryanreeves.com
- Instagram: @bryanreevesinsight / @taitarend08
- Email: bryan@menthisway.com / tait@menthisway.com
Join Elevate: https://bryanreeves.com/elevate
Connect with Owen Marcus:
- Website: owenmarcus.com
- Instagram: @owenmarcus
This show is produced by Synchro Social
