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February 12, 2025 60 mins

This week we are going to flip the coin to the emotional development gaps often seen in men. We discuss how the lack of nurturing and supportive male role models in childhood can lead men to seek validation and emotional support from female partners in adulthood. Our conversation covers the impact of attachment theory, the differences in handling stress, and the mutual need for safety and security in relationships. We touch on the misinterpretations of traditional gender roles and the importance of self-awareness and compassionate communication within partnerships. We also share personal anecdotes to highlight the complexities and nuances of men’s emotional and psychological needs. If you missed the companion episode about women’s emotional needs, be sure to go back and listen to Episode 16.


00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:55 Diving into Today's Topic

01:22 Exploring Male Roles and Expectations

02:33 Attachment Theory and Emotional Needs

05:36 Parental Influence on Emotional Development

08:21 Seeking Validation and Overcompensation

22:00 Emotional Development Gaps and Relationships

28:48 Understanding Emotional Neglect in Relationships

29:50 The Role of Parents in Emotional Development

32:12 Athletics and Emotional Resilience

35:37 The Impact of Parental Absence

37:32 Emotional Withdrawal and Dependency

41:20 Balancing Stress and Communication in Relationships

48:29 The Importance of Safe Spaces for Men

55:36 Concluding Thoughts on Emotional Awareness


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The environment around us is a swirling vortex of chaos, but you can navigate it when you have an anchor that can keep you steady.  Each episode, Liz Herl dives into data driven strategies and real world tactics with Dr. Tim Caldwell to help you become more grounded and centered in a world that is constantly shifting and changing.  Learn to effectively navigate family strife, career challenges and handle the anxiety of the unknown that the news is constantly bombarding us with. Liz is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and Dr. Caldwell is a retired primary care physician and personal trainer.  You can lean on their decades of experience to find stability and peace without having to control circumstances or people around you.  You can be anchored in chaos.


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