Why do so many men suffer in silence, unable to access the emotional and spiritual healing they truly need?
In this powerful episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, host Luam welcomes Michael Tierno, co-founder of Men of Integrity. Michael shares the raw truth about the emotional isolation men face and what it really takes to heal. He opens up about his own transformation, from relying on logic and spiritual bypassing to experiencing unconditional love through expanded states like ayahuasca. Through story and deep wisdom, Michael offers a roadmap back to the heart. This episode isn’t just about psychedelics. It’s about the sacred return to wholeness.
Michael Tierno is the co-founder of Men of Integrity, a healing community for men that combines immersive retreats, guided psychedelic experiences, and brotherhood-based accountability. With years of experience in transformation work, Michael helps men release the armor of disconnection and step into their true essence, rooted in safety, love, and power.
Where to find more of Michael:
Men of Integrity Retreats: https://moi.community
Website: https://www.michaeltiernoguide.com
Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(02:30) Why most men feel emotionally unsafe
(05:48) The spiritual bypassing trap
(08:15) Experiencing unconditional love in ceremony
(11:20) The inner child’s longing to be seen
(18:00) Masculinity, suppression, and rage
(21:47) Creating a healing container for men
(28:11) What “safety” truly means for men
(36:15) Bringing these tools into relationships
(39:48) Why joy isn’t always the goal
(42:10) Returning to the wholeness within
(45:30) Hope for the future of masculinity
(48:30) Outro
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