Ep 40: Reframing Masculinity: Navigating Emotions and Self-Care with Dr. Bryan Pearlman

Send us Fan MailApril 2, 2024Love You MoreEp 40: Reframing Masculinity: Navigating Emotions and Self-Care with Dr. Bryan PearlmanEpisode summary:In this episode, Jen's family therapist, Dr. Bryan Pearlman, joins the show as we delve into the topic of self-care for boys and men. From exploring the barriers that get in the way of emotional awareness to the stigma surrounding vulnerability and expressing feelings, this conversation goes deep. In his practice, Dr. Bryan focuses on the power of mindfulness and being present and living in the now. He works with men and boys of all ages and helps them to embrace their emotions as part of their masculinity. From years in the educational system and his recent work as a therapist for men and boys, Dr. Bryan's insights are invaluable. You'll want to tune in for this one! Dr. Bryan's BioDr. Bryan Pearlman is a former school principal & teacher, a keynote speaker, and an adjunct professor of education psychology. He is also the author of three books and the co-founder of a mental health non-profit. Bryan utilizes a customized approach to help people to become the best version of themselves. Bryan works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families to progress in their day-to-day lives, school, careers, and relationships with a focus on achieving balance. Bryan also works with competitive athletes on mental performance. Favorite Quotes:"Self Care doesn't have to be hours of things...you could get a decent amount of self care in 10 minutes if that's all you have." - Bryan"The idea of being open and being yourself and challenging those past ideas of masculinity. I can still be a tough guy, I can still be masculine, I can still be competent and successful and be really in tune with my emotions and be able to express them." - Bryan"Self care doesn't make us selfish." - BryanResources Pearlman and AssociatesDistinguished School of Mental Health & WellnessFind Dr. Bryan's Books on [email protected] New Masculinity BookJennifer's InstagramMcDaniel Nutrition Therapy InstagramMcDaniel Nutrition Therapy WebsitePast Podcast EpisodesSupport the show