Wounded Boy, Healed Man
Wounded Boy, Healed Man is a journey into the depths of healing, exploring how personal challenges and past wounds shape who we become. Through honest conversations and insights, this podcast offers a space for reflection, resilience, and growth, especially for those navigating mental and emotional wellness.
Wounded Boy, Healed Man
Ep. 4 - From Bottled Up to Breakthrough: How Men Start to Heal
Episode Summary
In this episode of Wounded Boy, Healed Man, Jordan explores the myths surrounding masculinity and mental health. Through storytelling and personal reflections, he challenges outdated beliefs about vulnerability, self-reliance, and emotional expression, offering a new path toward connection and healing.
[0:00]: Introduction and Purpose of the Episode
Why societal myths about masculinity keep men emotionally stuck and how creating space for vulnerability is essential for healing.
[03:28]: Devante’s Story: Real Men Don’t Cry
A boy’s early lesson in suppressing emotions and the science behind why crying is essential for mental and physical well-being.
[05:45]: Debunking Myth #1: The Cost of Emotional Repression
How suppressing emotions leads to anger and health issues, and how embracing all emotions creates balance.
[09:26]: Devante’s Story: Real Men Don’t Ask for Help
The harmful impact of the self-reliance narrative and why seeking help is a true sign of strength.
[11:22]: Debunking Myth #2: Vulnerability as Strength
How asking for help fosters trust and deeper connections, and why isolation damages emotional health.
[15:48]: Devante’s Story: Anger is the Only Acceptable Emotion for Men
The dangers of using anger as a mask for deeper emotions and how unchecked anger isolates men.
[24:01]: Final Reflections and Letter to Your Younger Self
A heartfelt message of resilience, self-acceptance, and encouragement
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