The Truth About Stuck Men: Sex, Shame, and Silent Struggles Feat. Dr. Matt Zakreski

In Season 9, Episode 4 — the fourth track of the As a Man series, Volume 2, titled As a Man, You Feel Too Much, Izzy Baker sits down with Dr. Matt Zakreski, author of The Neurodivergent Playbook and nationally respected speaker, for an unfiltered conversation about what it means when a man feels stuck—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

Building on themes from the previous track, Izzy and Dr. Matt explore the internal prisons that keep men from moving forward. From shame and isolation to purpose confusion and burnout, they break down why so many men stay stagnant even when showing up, trying, and putting in the work. Dr. Matt explains how neurodivergent men often misread their emotions—confusing sadness and overwhelm with anger—and how the mind can trick us into staying stuck out of fear, pride, or pressure to perform. 

The conversation touches on everything from Tiger Woods’ raw ability and emotional control to the mental toll of unspoken sexual struggles that many men silently endure. In true Mental Man Monday fashion, they also bring in unexpected wisdom, referencing Miss Frizzle from The Magic School Bus as a reminder that growth requires risk. Sometimes, you have to “take chances, make mistakes, and get messy” before real change can happen. They close by discussing faith, healing, and the power of Proverbs 16:3—why actual behavior change requires clarity, self-awareness, and a willingness to wait on God’s direction instead of rushing into motion. 

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