Send us a text In this episode, Howard shares his personal journey from a stoic British upbringing to becoming a therapist who specialises in men's emotional health. He reflects on: His early emotional strugglesThe impact of cultural norms on his mental healthHis path to self-discovery and emotional wellbeingHoward delves into his therapeutic practices and how they helped him become more authentic and self-compassionate. The conversation also explores: The importance of finding a ...

Send us a text Is true friendship a cornerstone of emotional wellbeing? Friendships that offers support, belonging and genuine connection. If so: Why are so many men in Australia and beyond quietly battling loneliness and isolation? How do male friendships change over time?What does it takes to move past surface-level banter and build friendships that matter? You are invited join Ryan and I in conversation as we unpack the power of authentic male friendships. If this ep...

Send us a text There are too many blokes who are way too hard on themselves. In this episode I’m going to break down the myth that self-compassion is soft, weak, self pity or even selfish. What does Self-Compassion really mean?What are the skills?Why is it so hard for some men?How can it actually make you stronger—not softer.If this episode raises your interest to work on Self Compassion and you need get some counselling support Howard is available for consultations in Australia. ...

Send us a text Why would you want to sit with uncomfortable feelings? A reasonable question! In this latest conversation Ryan and Howard discuss: What does sitting with feelings even mean and what stops most of us?The impact of avoiding our emotionsSome practical ideas of how to sit with feelingsThe value of finding a ritual or a practice and seeking supportThis episode delves into the complexities of men's emotional experiences. Through personal anecdotes, we emphasise the importance of reco...

Send us a text In this engaging and thought provoking conversation, the first co-hosted Man Talk episode, Howard and Ryan unpack what Men's Work is all about. They share some of their experiences of Men's Groups and broader themes of Men's Work today including: What is Men’s Work? Where does it originate? What are some of the core concepts of Men’s Work?Our personal experiences of men’s work: What’s the point? Why put yourself through it?What are some of the contemporar...

Send us a text If you push down your feelings and tell yourself to 'man up,' 'she’ll be righ't and keep going on with life, what happens? Bottling your emotions will make you more confused, more frustrated, disconnected from your partner, your kids, your friends, yourself! Despite telling yourself you’re fine, this internalising leaves you carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. If you find yourself bottling your emotions this episode is for you. We’re brea...

Send us a text If communication is the foundation of connection how come relationships can feel distant, strained and disconnected? What are you not talking about with your partner? You know those times when: You want to share how you’re feeling, but you don’t know where to start, so you stay silent. Your partner brings up an issue, and instead of addressing it, you either shut down or get defensive. You feel like no matter what you say, it’s taken the wrong way, so you ...

Send us a text Do you get distracted? What kind of distractions get in the way of the kind of relationship u wan t? Do u ever feel: IsolatedDisconnectedMentally overloadedMissing intimacyEmotionally numbInternalising too many thoughtsThese are some of the consequences of distraction and a lack of presence…. the cornerstone of the connection u create with the love of your life! In this episode we unpack : Why does your presence matter?What do you get distracted by, how do u maintain your atten...

Send us a text Barriers to Communication - What does this actually mean? How aware are you of what gets in the way of communicating effectively? Why can it sometimes be so difficult to communicate in a relationship? In this episode we’ll explore: What emotional barriers meanWhy they exist How they impact your relationshipAnd, most importantly, how to overcome them. You will get 4 actionable steps you can start using right now! Do you want to learn more ways to improve your relationship s...

Send us a text As you strive to create a fulfilling and meaningful life it’s likely you may occasionally get in your own way! You know those seemingly invisible chains that hold you back from reaching your full potential, in relationships, in your career, personal growth, in your health and fitness, and overall well-being. Most of us have limiting beliefs that can create all kinds of self-inflicted obstacles. This episode, the first of 2025 looks at how can you manoeuvre tha...

Send us a text Men often find themselves too busy and distracted from connecting with their partners. There are many reasons for this. However, there are 4 hidden reasons why many men get distracted - which are harder to spot, because men don’t talk about them. This episode uncovers some internalised patterns that can distract men, how they impact men's emotional wellbeing and some ideas of what men can do about it . Do you want to learn more ways to improve your emotional health ...

Send us a text We live in a world that glorifies hustle culture—where the value of hard work and being busy is emphasized, but emotional health often takes a back seat. Many men find themselves caught between the desire to provide and the toll it takes on their mental well-being. We’re conditioned to power through stress without talking about how we feel, but that just creates more pressure. This episode is dedicated to all you blokes out there who know, deep down, that your mental health is ...

Send us a text Life can be full of curveballs, uncertainties and moments that we simply haven’t planned for! Stress and anxiety are hard to ignore. If you've been feeling or ever felt worried, stressed, nervous, anxious and your brain has a mind of it’s own racing with overthinking, or looping thoughts - this episode is for you! We look at a bloke's experience of stress and anxiety, how it impacts life and relationships. Tune in to listen to how men get in their own way and ...

Send us a text Good communication is vital for a healthy relationship. Obvious right! Why do some men struggle with communicating with their partner? This episode provides the practical skills to not only communicate better but to build stronger connection in your relationship. Do you want to learn more ways to improve your relationship skills? Download a free guide: Better Conversations for Blokes - Quick and Simple Ways to Communicate with Your Partner Check out our Online...

Send us a text How do you manage conflict? What do men experience when conflict gets in the way of a healthy relationship? This episode takes a close look at negative conflict styles, how it impacts individual partners and relationships, and provides tips and strategies to see conflict as an opportunity to change. Do you want to learn more ways to improve your relationship skills? Download a free guide: Better Conversations for Blokes - Quick and Simple Ways to Communicate with Yo...

Send us a text Have you ever wondered why emotional distance happens in a relationship? It's more common than your realise. What do men experience when this disconnection happens and what helps to reconnect with your partner? This episode uncovers 6 ways to repair emotional disconnection. Do you want to learn more ways to improve your relationship skills? Download a free guide: Better Conversations for Blokes - Quick and Simple Ways to Communicate with Your Partner Check out ou...

Send us a text What is it that makes a relationship successful? This episode is the first of the Man Talk Interviews and in it my colleague and good friend Naomi Rubinstein and I chat about the ingredients required in order to become a master of relationships as opposed to a disaster! We discuss some of the processes values and relationship skills in the research. A bit of our work with couples is shared and our brand new forthcoming Relationship Workshop is mentioned ...

Send us a text Losing control of your emotions can be described in a variety of terms: “hissy fit” "throwing a tantrum"“ fit of rage” “losing the plot” “ out of control “The psychological terms that describe losing control of emotions include ‘'Flooding”' “Dysregulation”"Flipping your lid" It’s the experience of emotions spinning out of control? Whether triggered by an argument, a professional or personal failure, anxious about someone u love, extreme le...

Send us a text In the book “Emotional Intelligence,” Daniel Goleman describes how anger causes blood to flow to our hands, making it easier for us to strike an enemy or hold a weapon. Our heart rate speeds up, and a rush of hormones…creates a surge of energy strong enough to take “vigorous action.” In this way, he says, anger is ingrained into our brain to protect us. What else do you know about the feelings and thoughts lurking underneath anger? In this episode we take a look ...

Send us a text Do you get angry? What kind of anger is it? How do you make sense of anger and it’s impact on you and your life? In this episode we take a deeper look at anger, one of the most primitive emotions we experience. We’re going to explore: Your relationship with angerHow Men Mask their angerThe 5 destructive types of AngerA Positive and Constructive form of angerThe most important first step to understanding your anger Follow us + Join the Conversation INSTAGRAM F...