BraveCo Podcast

170: Dr. Henry Cloud - Manhood in Marriage: Stop Leading Like a CEO—Start Leading Like a Husband

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What does it really mean to lead in marriage as a man of God?

In this episode of the BraveCo Podcast, I sit down with the legendary  @DrHenryCloud —renowned author of Boundaries—to dive deep into how men can lead with strength, emotional intelligence, and spiritual clarity. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, under-equipped, or unsure how to show up in your home, this conversation is for you. We talk about everything from fatherhood and marriage to emotional connection, leadership, and how to create psychological safety in your home.

Dr. Cloud lays out a clear framework for what it means to build a house—starting with connection, followed by boundaries, protection, and healthy communication. We also explore the reality that most men were never modeled connection or emotional leadership growing up. But that doesn’t disqualify you—it just means it’s time to build structure and train differently. Whether you're single, newly married, or decades into family life, this episode will equip you with practical tools to become a present, powerful, and emotionally safe man.

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Christian masculinity | Biblical manhood | Marriage leadership | Fatherhood | Emotional health | Spiritual leadership | Healthy communication | Personal development for men | Psychological safety

Connect with Dr. Henry Cloud:
Website: https://www.drcloud.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhenrycloudofficial/
Twitter(X): https://x.com/drhenrycloud
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrHenryCloud/featured

Chapters:
00:00 - You Were Made for More Than Survival
01:23 - The Missing Rite of Passage for Men
10:55 - How to Lead a Marriage (Even If You Never Saw It Modeled)
24:00 - Psychological Safety: The Secret to a Thriving Home
41:22 - Boundaries Without Walls: Leading Through Connection

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