S21: Men Navigating Strength, Vulnerability and Addictions | E1: Vulnerable from Birth with Roni Maislish

In season 21 guest Roni Maislish shares his insights discussing the foundational relationship topic of Men Navigating Strength, Vulnerability and Addictions.

In this first episode of the season, Vince Vasquez and psychotherapist Roni Maislish dig into how complex, hidden childhood trauma can shape men’s lives in surprising ways. Roni explains how subtle neglect and covert expectations leave lasting marks, often leading men to disconnect emotionally or turn to addictions. It’s a deep dive into how finding your “true self” might mean unlearning everything you thought you knew about being “tough.”

Over the eight episodes in this season, we’ll discuss the tricky balance between strength, vulnerability, and those pesky addictions that keep men from reaching their full potential. From childhood wounds to the importance of having a purpose, Vince Vasquez and psychotherapist Roni Maislish break down how embracing emotions, navigating toxic relationships, and building meaningful connections can turn survival mode into truly living. It’s all about becoming the best version of yourself, one deep conversation (and maybe a few tough realizations) at a time.

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To listen to all episodes in this season, visit RelationshipFitness.com. There, you’ll find not only a complete library of episodes, but also aligned playbook articles, tools designed to help you assess, improve, and manage the quality of your relationship. and your very own AI Relationship Coach, to get private, on-demand coaching whenever you need it. Go to RelationshipFitness.com to start tr

The Relationship Workout for Men podcast is dedicated to helping men be more intentional in choosing a better partner and being a better partner for the person they choose.

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1. An AI Relationship Coach where you can Access private, on-demand relationship coaching whenever you need it.
2. A Self-Guided Relationship Gym where you’ll discover tools to assess, improve, and manage the quality of your relationship, and
3. Educational Content tailored specifically for men, including webinars, playbook articles and this podcast.

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