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Becoming the Father You Needed with Glen Henry Nov 03, 2025

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I sit down with Glen Henry, creator of Belief in Fatherhood and author of Father Yourself First, to talk about the real work of becoming a better man and father. We dive into the challenges modern dads face—balancing ambition, healing our own wounds, and showing up with patience and presence.

Glen shares raw insights on building relational equity, repairing trust, and learning to father yourself before fathering others. This one’s a heartfelt and honest look at fatherhood that every man needs to hear.

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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 – The biggest challenges fathers face

02:40 – The crisis of absent fathers

05:00 – Mentorship and the power of guides

08:20 – Storytelling and fatherhood in Black culture

12:00 – Entering fatherhood with fear and purpose

17:20 – Accepting your child’s invitations

22:00 – Learning patience and self-compassion

28:40 – Healing, failure, and forgiveness

31:40 – What it means to father yourself

38:20 – The power of proof and mentorship

43:30 – Adventure, play, and connection

49:10 – Managing ambition and presence

56:40 – Rebuilding trust with your kids

01:00:25 – Understanding relational equity

01:02:20 – Glen’s message for fathers everywhere

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Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

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Desexualize Your Brain And Regain Control (In 30 Days) Oct 30, 2025

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I dive into how to desexualize your brain and regain control of your impulses in just 30 days. I break down the neuroscience of cravings, why willpower alone doesn’t work, and how to rewire your brain to stop falling into old patterns. I also share a practical five-step plan that you can follow to take back control of your urges and direct your energy where it matters most. This isn’t about shame—it’s about building trust, self-respect, and leadership within yourself.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 – Why impulse control matters

01:47 – You’re not weak, just conditioned

02:57 – How porn rewires your brain

07:42 – The 3 forces behind urges

12:22 – Step 1: Identify your triggers

14:33 – Step 2: Redesign your environment

16:44 – Step 3: Urge surfing

19:38 – Step 4: Implement intentions

21:03 – Step 5: Build your dopamine menu

24:00 – Closing thoughts

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Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.

For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

Healthy Anger, Toxic Rage with John Lee Oct 27, 2025

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I sit down with John Lee to unpack the critical difference between anger and rage. John shares his decades of experience helping men and women understand how rage can destroy connection, while healthy anger can build intimacy and trust.

We explore the generational cycles of rage, how it gets passed down to children, and what it takes to break free. If you’ve ever struggled with anger or felt trapped in rage, this conversation will hit home.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:10 – Welcome back, John Lee

00:37 – Anger vs Rage

02:11 – Why Rage Never Resolves

04:24 – Rage Is Contagious

06:29 – The Illusion of Control

08:04 – Enragers and Outragers

11:38 – Fathers, Sons, and Rage

13:50 – No Models for Healthy Anger

16:08 – Anger as Sacred Energy

20:08 – Rage Equals Pain for Children

23:19 – Facing Personal Rage

24:24 – Four Styles of Rage

27:11 – Where Healing Begins

30:30 – Sobriety and Rage

32:57 – Why Men Resist Rage Work

36:59 – Reconnecting to the Body

41:13 – Why Rage Work Isn’t Filmed

44:06 – Gentle Practices to Reduce Rage

48:58 – Expressing Anger Appropriately

52:37 – Boundaries Around Rage

53:45 – Closing Thoughts

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Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.

For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

Lessons On Building Self-Worth Oct 23, 2025

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I explore what it truly means to build self-worth as a man in a world that often tells us we’re not enough. Drawing from Nietzsche’s philosophy, I unpack how struggle, suffering, and the act of becoming shape our sense of value. This isn’t about chasing external validation or perfection - it’s about forging yourself into someone you respect. Join me as I share personal insights, lessons from fatherhood, and why facing life’s fire might be the path to authentic self-worth.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - The age of hollow men

01:19 - Nietzsche and the bridge of becoming

03:36 - Do it scared

05:23 - The forge of suffering

08:31 - Will to power and masculine expansion

11:37 - Building ManTalks and facing judgment

12:19 - The enemies of self-worth

16:04 - The act of becoming

19:25 - Living dangerously and becoming whole

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Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.

For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

Why Relationships Can’t Be 50/50 with Monica Yates Oct 20, 2025

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I sit down with Monica Yates for a raw and honest conversation about modern relationships, polarity, and the evolving dynamics between men and women. We dive into why true intimacy isn’t about splitting everything 50/50, why safety matters more than equality in relationships, and how both men and women can better understand their roles without falling into resentment.

This one will challenge assumptions, spark debate, and hopefully leave you with some clarity about love, respect, and partnership.

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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 – Opening thoughts

09:00 – Men losing purpose in modern culture

12:00 – Breadwinners and shifting expectations

31:00 – Bathrooms, chivalry, and respect

42:00 – Safety over equality in relationships

46:00 – Roles, polarity, and fulfillment

53:00 – Masculinity, emotions, and balance

01:05:00 – Leadership, attraction, and standing firm

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Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.

For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

A Jungian Guide To Healing The Father Wound Oct 16, 2025

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I take you on a deep dive into the Father Wound through a Jungian lens. I explore how your relationship with your father shapes your identity, sense of worth, and connection to the masculine. You’ll learn how this wound shows up in perfectionism, rebellion, or emotional distance—and discover five practical steps to begin healing and “fathering yourself.” This conversation is about reclaiming inner authority, developing discipline, and embodying a mature, grounded masculinity.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:01 - Introduction & Overview

02:16 - Defining the Father Wound

07:07 - The Father Archetype & Order

10:06 - How the Wound Shows Up in Men

15:01 - The Impact on Relationships

17:00 - The Unlived Life of the Father

19:28 - The Five Healing Steps

26:15 - Rituals & Emotional Integration

27:40 - Closing Reflections

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Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.

For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

Why Weddings Have Lost Their Meaning with Stephen Jenkinson Oct 13, 2025

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I sit down once again with Stephen Jenkinson to explore his latest work on matrimony, ritual, and the mothering of culture. We talk about how weddings have lost much of their meaning, what it means to return to vows with real weight, and how ritual can nourish not just a couple but an entire community.

Stephen shares how he reconstructs ceremony from broken shards of tradition and why it matters now more than ever.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - Introduction

01:19 - Matrimony vs. Marriage

06:10 - The Mothering of Culture

13:32 - Rituals, Ceremony & Lost Meaning

25:52 - Blessing and Vows

45:55 - Creating Old Order Matrimony

52:34 - Reimagining the Wedding Ritual

01:04:38 - Remembering Ritual & Culture

01:08:16 - Closing Thoughts

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Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.

For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

Healing Complex Trauma - A Man's Guide Oct 09, 2025

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I break down what complex trauma really is - and how it quietly shapes the way many men think, love, and connect. I share the difference between acute trauma and complex trauma, how it’s formed in childhood through neglect or inconsistency, and how these early wounds show up in adult relationships. Most importantly, I give you real, actionable tools to begin healing and reconnecting with your sense of safety and self-worth.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - The hidden struggle many men face

02:23 - What complex trauma really means

07:03 - How complex trauma is formed

11:34 - The telltale signs and survival patterns

17:55 - How to start healing complex trauma

20:26 - Building safety in relationships

24:11 - Learning to regulate your nervous system

27:23 - Final thoughts and Carl Jung’s reminder

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Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.

For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

What A Sexless Marriage REALLY Does To A Man (And How To Resolve It) Oct 06, 2025

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I dive deep into what really happens to men in a sexless marriage — emotionally, psychologically, and biologically. I break down why rejection cuts so deeply, how it impacts a man’s confidence and identity, and what couples can do to rebuild trust, safety, and intimacy.

Whether you’re in a relationship that’s lost its spark or trying to understand your partner better, this conversation offers a roadmap back to connection.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 – Why a sexless marriage hurts men

02:53 – Rejection and the male nervous system

05:25 – Hormonal and emotional fallout

10:32 – When sex becomes a bargaining chip

13:15 – Resentment and emotional withdrawal

17:03 – How to start rebuilding intimacy

22:54 – Practical steps for reconnection

28:29 – Co-creating a new vision for your sex life

31:06 – Final reflections and takeaways

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Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.

For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

How To Develop Unshakable Self-Worth - The hidden Connection Between Attachment and Confidence Oct 02, 2025

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I explore the real roots of self-worth and why so many of us struggle with it despite doing “all the right things.” I share how childhood experiences shape attachment and how that impacts our ability to value ourselves as adults. I also break down the crucial practices that build self-worth — from expressing needs and boundaries to taking healthy risks.

Finally, I open up about my own journey of failing my way to success and how you can begin your own process of healing.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 – What really damages self-worth

02:29 – Attachment and early development

07:23 – Childhood shame and adult struggles

11:41 – Hostility to needs and boundaries

15:23 – Expressing desires and boundaries

18:58 – The risks of lacking self-worth

23:24 – Doing hard things builds value

25:05 – ManTalks Alliance invitation

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Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth

Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/

Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment

Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship

Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.

For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

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