"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