Growing Up Again

M3 Bearcast: Logical Families, The Long Goodbye, and the Art of Self-ParentingIn this episode of the M3 Bearcast, host Malcolm Travers dives into the intersection of mental health, social justice, and personal growth. Reflecting on 10 years of Male Media Mind (M3), Malcolm explores how our upbringing, our environments, and our perspectives shape the people we become—and how we can consciously choose to evolve.In This Episode:Segment 1: Biological vs. Logical Families – We unpack a viral story of a woman ostracized by her family on Christmas morning over a conversation about racism and immigration. Malcolm discusses the concept of a "Logical Family"—a term rooted in LGBTQ+ and ballroom culture—and why finding a chosen family is sometimes the only way to maintain your values and mental health when biological ties become toxic.Segment 2: Depression and "The Long Goodbye" – Malcolm reacts to a moving video about viewing life through the lens of loss. We challenge the traditional medical model of mental illness, discussing the nuance between "chemical imbalances" and the "unconscious programming" that dictates our worldview. Can we find agency in our mental health journey by focusing on the "hellos" instead of just the "goodbyes"?Segment 3: Learning to Love After the "Hood" – We listen to a powerful testimony from a man who grew up in an environment where affection was seen as a weakness. Malcolm discusses the process of "self-parenting"—deconstructing the survival mechanisms we learned as children to become emotionally available, intimate, and affectionate adults.Support M3 (Male Media Mind)Male Media Mind is a grassroots organization dedicated to vital community conversations. If you value this content, please consider supporting us:Become a Patron: Join our community at patreon.com/malemediamind. Patrons get early access to episodes and exclusive after-shows from our live streams.Follow Us on Social Media:YouTube: youtube.com/mailmediamind2 (Subscribe and hit the bell!)Facebook: Male Media MindInstagram: @MaleMediaMindThreads: @MaleMediaMindTikTok: @MaleMediaMindBlue Sky: @MaleMediaMindListen & Rate: If you’re listening on a podcatcher, please take a moment to rate the show, leave a comment, and share this episode with a friend.Thank you for being part of the conversation.@cfstory https://www.tiktok.com/@cfstory?_t=8Z3vrK3ANNW&_r=1@zermanzane https://www.tiktok.com/@zermanzane?_t=8Z3vv41QIxP&_r=1@purposeandresilience https://www.tiktok.com/@purposeandresilience?_t=8Z3vzQpa1RD&_r=1