What if the key to raising healthier men starts with teaching boys to trust their emotions? In this episode of The Meaning of Men we sit down with Kimmi Berlin, founder of Build Up Boys, a pioneering organisation dedicated to helping young boys retain their innate emotional intelligence.  We explore why boys, often as young as five, begin trading pieces of their emotional wholeness for social acceptance — and the lasting consequences this has on their mental health, relationships, and sense of self. Kimmi offers practical strategies for parents, from replacing “you’re okay” with genuine curiosity, to teaching body autonomy, empathy, and conflict resolution through play. Together, we discuss how fostering these skills early can lead to healthier friendships, stronger families, and a generation of men more comfortable with vulnerability and connection. Hear more from Kimmi: www.buildupboys.com   https://youtube.com/@buildupboys7351?si=Wi9ObA8jXFE5z0tO   https://motherwellmag.com/2025/04/09/adolescence-call-to-action-build-up-boys/amp/   https://www.popsugar.com/family/promising-young-woman-illustrates-need-to-teach-consent-48213626   Timestamps:   07:04: The Importance of Early Emotional Education 13:09: Navigating Emotions: Anger and Beyond 21:17: Consequences of Emotional Suppression in Adulthood 25:13: Building Emotional Awareness in Boys 30:22: Fostering Emotional Intelligence at Home 32:55: Small Changes for Big Impacts 37:25: Positive Changes Observed in Boys 42:26: The Power of Kindness in Raising Boys