
In this episode, I sat down with Jacob O'Neill, Men's Coach and the Founder of The Gathering of Men.
A wild hearted leader blending primal wisdom with practical structure, my guest bridges ancient initiation with modern ambition.
From archetype mapping to wedding rituals to 100km races, this isn’t a man who is just living the work. He is the work. And he’s willing to walk barefoot through the fire just so he can create meaningful initiation pathways for other men.
In this episode we explore men in relationships and the deep initiation work that empowers a man to live from his heart and build the life he was born for.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Men's Coaching and Personal Journey
02:30 The Importance of Vulnerability in Relationships
06:50 Understanding Core Wounds: Too Much vs. Not Enough
11:27 The Role of Love and Emotional Support in Relationships
15:46 Cultural Conditioning and Emotional Caregiving
19:23 The Need for Self-Work and Personal Growth
23:14 Redefining Leadership in Relationships
26:56 Addiction to Suffering and Identity
28:01 Embracing Life's Cycles
30:10 The Role of Elders in Personal Growth
31:40 Initiation and Responsibility in Manhood
34:39 The Weight of Grief and Community Support
37:56 Living Authentically and Embracing Vulnerability
43:47 Transforming Grief into Purpose
48:42 The Power of Collective Grieving
53:14 Understanding the Role of Life Rafts
56:00 The Importance of Inner Work for Men
58:52 Archetypal Mapping and Personal Myth
01:04:06 Navigating Life Stages and Legacy
01:06:55 Embracing Vulnerability and Authenticity