This episode explores the often-unspoken reality behind modern masculinity — where strength and vulnerability collide. This episode dives deep into the emotional struggles men face in silence, the pressure to “be the rock,” and the hidden cost of suppressing pain. Hosts Ray and Parfait open a real conversation about how men can carry strength without losing their humanity, combining stoic principles with emotional intelligence to define what healthy masculinity looks like in 2025.This discussion challenges outdated stereotypes about what it means to “be a man.” The hosts unpack courage, leadership, and emotional control — emphasizing that masculinity is not about hiding emotions but mastering them. Drawing from real-life experiences and pop culture icons like Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, and Yellowstone’s John Dutton, the episode reveals how true confidence is rooted in preparation, composure, and calm under pressure. When men learn to lead with balance — strength without arrogance, vulnerability without collapse — they unlock what the show calls “quiet power.”In “Real Leadership Starts with Emotional Control” the conversation turns raw and real. The hosts talk about grief, anxiety, and the weight men carry when life demands composure in moments of chaos — from funerals to fatherhood to everyday leadership. They highlight how being stoic doesn’t mean being emotionless. Instead, it’s about the discipline to act with courage and clarity when others need you most. Through humor, honesty, and sharp insight, “When Men Break” bridges old-school values and modern emotional awareness. The hosts challenge the “alpha male” myth, arguing that real masculinity thrives on humility, purpose, and preparedness. They discuss the difference between performative strength and authentic resilience — showing that calm leadership, not dominance, defines real power. 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes on leadership, parenting, and resilience — real talk for people who want to build strength, not excuses.✦ About Ernie Burns & Burns Estate Planning & Wealth AdvisorsPresident & CEO: Ernie M. Burns, Jr.Master Certified Estate Planner (MCEP®)Forbes Top Financial Security Professional in Louisiana – 2022 & 2023Author: Total Retirement: A Step-By-Step Educational GuideHost: Total Retirement with Ernie Burns – airing weekly across Louisiana, Florida & Alabama✦ Contact InformationToll-Free: 800-308-4416Louisiana: 985-345-7114Florida: 850-855-4890Alabama: 251-378-9822Fax: 985-345-7124Email: marketing@burnsestateplanning.comWebsite: burnsestateplanning.comOffice Locations: Hammond (HQ), Mandeville, Metairie, Baton Rouge (LA); Destin, Panama City Beach, Pensacola, Tallahassee, West Palm Beach, Jacksonville (FL); Spanish Fort (AL).Social Media:Facebook: Burns Estate Planning & Wealth AdvisorsLinkedIn: Burns Estate Planning & Wealth AdvisorsYouTube: Burns Estate Planning & Wealth Advisors🎧 Listen on Spotify: New Dad Order Podcast on Spotify📸 Follow us on Instagram: @newdadorderpodcast1#CharlieKirk #NewDadOrder #Podcast #CharlieKirkMurder #Politics #FreedomOfSpeech📩 Reach Out:Jerrard:📧 Email: jmparfait@gmail.com📱 Instagram: @itsparfaitRay:📧 Email: rbelvin91@gmail.com💤 Sleep & Recovery:Melatonin-Free Sleep & Recovery for Peak Fitness👉 Hit this link and use promo code: NDOZZZ🔗 https://thirdzy.com/⚡ Energy Boost:Need a new energy drink? Try Dubby Energy!👉 Use this link and discount code automatically applies🔗 https://www.dubby.gg/discount/NEWDADORDER?ref=fhfcqotb🌐 Find Us Online:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/newdadorderpodcast1Spotify:🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/4Zi2b2lmVbAr1m8mhHhjOK?si=l6HluKZ8Rs2Fxt6WJAVy9QTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@newdadorderApple broadcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-dad-order/id1849310124