<p>We grew up hearing "boys don't cry," but more men are choosing emotional connection — and it’s changing everything. In this episode, men’s group facilitator Jason Lange explains how these spaces help men unlearn emotional suppression and give themselves permission to be vulnerable and simply <em>feel</em>.</p><p>We explore how our culture has shaped men's emotional experience, the impact emotional detachment has on the body and relationships, and what healthy masculinity actually looks like. Join us to learn how men are finding healing through presence, connection, and support!</p><p><br /></p><p>Topics discussed in this episode:</p><p>Introduction (00:00)</p><p>Jason’s transformative men’s group experience (02:49)</p><p>Rites of passage and models of masculinity (05:35)</p><p>Grief and anger as paths to healthy emotional expression (09:18)</p><p>The physical effects of emotional disconnection (11:50)</p><p>What brings men to finally seek support (13:08)</p><p>The mind-body connection in emotional growth (16:38)</p><p>How vulnerability shifts relationship dynamics (20:12)</p><p>What to expect from in-person and virtual men’s groups (26:53)</p><p>Finding true connection in friendships (28:29)</p><p>The benefits of joining a men’s group (31:15)</p><p><br /></p><p>Explore more about men's groups and Jason's work at <a href="https://evolutionary.men/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">EvolutionaryMen</a>!</p><p><a href="https://evolutionary.men/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://evolutionary.men/</a><br /></p><p><strong>Shoreside Therapies</strong></p><p><a href="https://shoresidetherapies.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shoresidetherapies.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></p><p>Shoreside Therapies offers compassionate, client-focused counseling for individuals, couples, and families. With expertise in mood disorders, life transitions, grief, trauma, and maternal mental health, their dedicated therapists provide a safe space to support your journey toward meaningful change and personal growth.</p><p><strong>Headspace</strong></p><p><a href="https://headspace.pxf.io/oqGZBo" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://headspace.pxf.io/oqGZBo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></p><p>Headspace is a leading app for mindfulness and meditation, offering guided sessions, sleep aids, and stress-reducing techniques. Designed to fit seamlessly into your daily routine, Headspace empowers you to find calm, focus, and balance in today’s fast-paced world.</p><p><strong>Wisconsin Wellness Podcast</strong></p><p><a href="https://wisconsinwellnesspodcast.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wisconsinwellnesspodcast.com/⁠</a></p>