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 MarcusToday on Men, This Way:00:00 Welcome & Introduction01:07 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 Practices28:47 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 Resistance47:13 The Importance of Language in Expressing Emotions50:23 Current Personal Challenges and Insights 52:54 The Future of Men's Work and Community Growth55:49 Advice for Women Supporting Men's Emotional Growth 59:24 Closing Thoughts and AppreciationConnect with Bryan & Tait:Website: bryanreeves.com Instagram: @bryanreevesinsight / @taitarend08Email: bryan@menthisway.com / tait@menthisway.com Join Elevate: https://bryanreeves.com/elevate Connect with Owen Marcus:Website: owenmarcus.comInstagram: @owenmarcusThis show is produced by Synchro Social