ManTalks Podcast

By: Connor Beaton
  • Summary

  • The ManTalks podcast features conversations between one of the leading men’s work facilitators and philosopher, Connor Beaton, and world class guests with expertise in mindset, life purpose, psychology, relational communication, sexual intimacy, business and spirituality. For more information about ManTalks go to: http://www.mantalks.com
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Episodes
  • A Man's Guide To Helping Your Anxious Partner
    Nov 21 2024

    talking points: anxiety, psychology, relationships

    If you've ever been with someone who struggles with anxiety, this one's for you. A lot of men lean heavily into trying to fix things, even making it their entire mission. Here are some alternative steps that respect responsibility, autonomy, and help strengthen the relationship.


    (00:00:00) - Intro, my working definition of anxiety, and the many places it comes from

    (00:05:42) - Signs of anxiety in your partner

    (00:10:47) - So what do you do? On reinforcement and co-regulation

    (00:14:59) - Attune to her signs, and physical touch

    (00:17:36) - How to balance leaning into discomfort with backing off


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    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.

    Enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify

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

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    21 mins
  • Michael Meade - How To "Man Down": The Importance Of Myth And Descent For Men
    Nov 18 2024

    Talking points: masculinity, psychology, myth, Jung

    Hot on the heels of the legendary John Lee, I interviewed another founding elder of men's work: Michael Meade. This is a powerful discussion focused on how essential "descent" is for men, and how it's almost completely disappeared from society in favor of endless, destructive growth and commodified "mastery". Powerful words from one of the wisest teachers out there, in my opinion.


    (00:00:00) - The importance of descent in a man’s life

    (00:11:51) - The signs of descent, and the role of technology

    (00:22:28) - How the old worldview has collapsed, and the result is collective despair and grief

    (00:29:39) - How do you deal with the feeling that things are ending?

    (00:35:20) - The intersection of myth and AI; will they come together?

    (00:41:29) - Where does the descent actually lead, and the symbolism of water and sword

    (00:55:13) - How to “get the water”


    Michael Meade, born and raised in New York City, is a renowned storyteller, author, and scholar of mythology, anthropology, and psychology. He combines hypnotic and fiery storytelling, street-savvy perceptiveness, and spellbinding interpretations of ancient myths with a deep knowledge of cross-cultural rituals. His ability to tap into ancestral sources of wisdom to help people of today heal their communities has inspired thousands of people throughout the world. His unique translations of age-old myths and symbols into culturally relevant, everyday language earned him an honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from Pacifica Graduate Institute. Michael is also the founder of Mosaic Multicultural Foundation and author of The Genius Myth, The Water of Life, The World Behind the World, Fate and Destiny, and Why the World Doesn't End. He is co-editor of The Rag and Bone Shop of the Heart, and editor of the cross-cultural anthology on rites of passage: Crossroads: A Quest for Contemporary Rites of Passage.


    Connect with Michael:

    -Podcast: Living Myth: https://www.mosaicvoices.org/podcast

    -Website: https://www.mosaicvoices.org/


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    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 of attachment theory 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.

    Enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • 3 Mental Health Issues Men Struggle With More Than Women
    Nov 14 2024

    Talking points: psychology, depression,

    These are 3 conditions you may have never heard of before, but based on my experience working with men for 10+ years, they’ve got a significant presence. They’re also under-discussed.

    (00:00:00) - Dysthymia, aka low-key depression

    (00:04:25) - Alexithymia, when you can't describe emotions

    (00:07:06) - Derealization, when nothing feels real

    Further Reading

    -Dysthymia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dysthymia

    -Alexithymia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexithymia

    -Derealization: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Derealization


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    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.

    Enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podc

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    14 mins

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