Episode 17: Healing the Hidden Wounds: Identity, Purpose, and the Work Men Don’t Talk About with Michael Ayala-White episode artwork

EPISODE · Aug 27, 2025 · 1H 12M

Episode 17: Healing the Hidden Wounds: Identity, Purpose, and the Work Men Don’t Talk About with Michael Ayala-White

from Love Your Life and Yourself Podcast · host Dr. Ashley Rath

In this conversation, Dr. Ashley Rath and Mike Ayala-White explore the complexities of men's identity, trauma, and addiction. Mike shares his personal journey of overcoming trauma and addiction, emphasizing the importance of understanding the roots of these issues. They discuss the impact of pornography on relationships, the role of shame, and the necessity of having difficult conversations. The conversation also highlights the significance of emotional intelligence, somatic healing, and creating safe spaces for men to express themselves. Ultimately, they stress the importance of prevention and the need for men to do their own work to foster healthier relationships and communities.📲 Find Michael Online → [@wayward_coaching]📲 Find Ashley Online → [www.drashleyrath.com]🎯 Let’s Connect: [Linktree]📲 Follow Ashley on Instagram for daily insights → [@drashleyrath]📚 Get Ashley's Book here: [⁠⁠Love Your Life and Yourself⁠⁠]

In this conversation, Dr. Ashley Rath and Mike Ayala-White explore the complexities of men's identity, trauma, and addiction. Mike shares his personal journey of overcoming trauma and addiction, emphasizing the importance of understanding the roots of these issues. They discuss the impact of pornography on relationships, the role of shame, and the necessity of having difficult conversations. The conversation also highlights the significance of emotional intelligence, somatic healing, and creating safe spaces for men to express themselves. Ultimately, they stress the importance of prevention and the need for men to do their own work to foster healthier relationships and communities.📲 Find Michael Online → [@wayward_coaching]📲 Find Ashley Online → [www.drashleyrath.com]🎯 Let’s Connect: [Linktree]📲 Follow Ashley on Instagram for daily insights → [@drashleyrath]📚 Get Ashley's Book here: [⁠⁠Love Your Life and Yourself⁠⁠]

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