257 - Respect Is NOT What You Think It Is with Dr. Julie Pham

Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). What if most conflicts about respect aren't actually about respect?In this fascinating conversation, Boysen sits down with historian, researcher, TEDx speaker, and author Dr. Julie Pham to explore one of the most misunderstood words in our culture: respect.Most of us assume we know what respect means. We ask for it. We expect it. We feel hurt when we don't receive it. But Dr. Pham's research suggests something surprising: while people generally agree on how respect feels, they often disagree dramatically on what respectful behavior actually looks like. Drawing from her bestselling book, The 7 Forms of Respect, Julie introduces a practical framework for understanding why misunderstandings happen at work, at home, in friendships, and in communities. She explains how our experiences, culture, family systems, and generational influences shape our expectations—and why curiosity may be the missing ingredient in so many difficult conversations. Together, Boysen and Julie explore: The seven forms of respect and how they show up in everyday life  Why respect is dynamic, subjective, and often contradictory  The "Rubber Band Rule" and understanding our personal breaking points  How hierarchy, power, and context influence our expectations  What men can learn about respect, communication, and curiosity  Why organizations struggle when they never define what respect means  The relationship between respect, belonging, and mattering  How curiosity creates connection across differences This conversation offers a fresh lens on relationships, leadership, and community—and a practical way to navigate conflict with greater understanding.If you've ever said, "I just want to be respected," this episode may completely change what that means.Find Julie Pham - https://curiositybased.com Hearing the call? We're here. https://mkpusa.org BetterHelp: Get 10% Off Your First Month Of Therapy The ManKind Podcast has partnered with Betterhelp to make it easier for listeners to access licensed mental health therapists who can aid them in their mental health journey. Brandon and Boysen stand by this service as they use BetterHelp for their therapy needs.#Sponsorship #AdSupport the show