How Have Men Been Socialized to Avoid the Topic of Grief?

Men have been raised in a culture of silence when it comes to grief. They are taught that showing emotion and asking for help are signs of weakness; they should only be strong and steadfast at all times. In honor of Father’s Day in the U.S., this special episode invites Marv Weidner back to the podcast to discuss how men can overcome this stigma, why they should never shy away from the topic of grief, and how they can finally feel free to be vulnerable. It’s a powerful and timely conversation for anyone who wants to better understand the emotional lives of men, especially fathers, and support them in their healing journey.

WATCH AND SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzuV7fMcOsg&list=PL7judgDzhkAWmfyB5r5WgFD6ahombBvoh&index=4

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT THINGS LIKE:

• What it is like to love life and face death
• The importance of living with an open heart following a loss
• The power of letting go of the thought habits that hold us back from happiness
• The toxic trio: doubts, guilt, and regrets that prevent people from moving through the grief process
• When and how to suspend judgment about grieving people, to love the person as they are
• Marv’s playbook on what we can do for someone who is grieving

SOME QUESTIONS IRENE ASKS MARV:

• Can you explain the challenging and rewarding way to live that you have adopted in your life?
• How are men socialized to avoid the topic of grief, and what does this do to them?
• How can we keep our reservoir of resilience full, especially when we lose a loved one?
• How is it best to deal with anger, which can often be part of the grief experience? 
• How can you know yourself better by witnessing someone else’s pain?

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