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Men and Vulnerability
42:00 - 50:05 (08:05)
The societal pressure on men to not show vulnerability leads to a pattern of behavior that can impact their mental health, according to this podcast host. The pressure on men from other men to not show vulnerability or cry when hurt starts at a young age and shapes how men relate to their emotions.
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Men are often taught to hide their vulnerability and not show emotion, but it's important for them to embrace and express their vulnerable side.
42:00 - 44:49 (02:48)
Summary
Men are often taught to hide their vulnerability and not show emotion, but it's important for them to embrace and express their vulnerable side. This behavior is shaped by cultural expectations and not biological differences between sexes.
ChapterMen and Vulnerability
Episode#563 - Dr Russell Kennedy - Why You Feel So Anxious All The Time
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker reflects on the societal challenges faced by men in today's world, including their portrayal as perpetrators of violent crimes as well as their higher risk of suicide.
44:49 - 46:28 (01:39)
Summary
The speaker reflects on the societal challenges faced by men in today's world, including their portrayal as perpetrators of violent crimes as well as their higher risk of suicide.
ChapterMen and Vulnerability
Episode#563 - Dr Russell Kennedy - Why You Feel So Anxious All The Time
PodcastModern Wisdom
Exploring how men and women fundamentally differ in their understanding of emotions and how societal norms have policed men from expressing their emotions.
46:28 - 50:05 (03:37)
Summary
Exploring how men and women fundamentally differ in their understanding of emotions and how societal norms have policed men from expressing their emotions. Anxiety is a part of life and we need to find healthy outlets to channel it.