Join us for a powerful and deeply relevant conversation with Sean Philip, founder of The Shaka Project, as he shares his mission to transform how men talk about mental health. In this episode, Sean unpacks the identity crisis affecting young boys and men, the cost of silence, and how society’s mixed messages around masculinity are creating confusion, isolation, and pain.He opens up about personal experiences, generational shifts, and why we must give our youth the tools—not labels—to navigate life, make mistakes, and bounce back stronger.
Watch the full episode to discover why Sean believes mental health advocacy starts at home and how you can be part of the change.
Sean Philip is the founder of The Shaka Project, a men’s mental health movement designed to break stigmas, spark honest conversations, and provide tools for mental resilience. From community outreach to school talks and national awareness campaigns, Sean's work emphasizes early intervention, emotional literacy, and the power of vulnerability. With a relatable voice and deep authenticity, he is helping reshape what it means to be strong in today’s world.
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00:00 - Episode Trailer
00:16 - The shifting conversation around men's mental health
01:00 - Identity crisis among boys and young men
02:21 - Mental health, masculinity, and societal confusion
03:19 - Giving our kids permission to make mistakes
04:12 - The moment that changed Sean’s mission
05:27 - Why young people need better tools, not more pressure
06:24 - Mental health doesn’t discriminate
07:21 - The danger of labels and judgment
08:12 - Talking openly with your kids about suicide and shame
09:37 - Recovery tools: cold showers, breathwork & honesty
10:51 - The goal isn’t perfection—it’s bouncing back faster
11:47 - Owning community responsibility in mental health
13:14 - Media double standards and cultural contradictions
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