S5 | Ep.4 The Embodied Man: Reclaiming Masculinity Through Truth, Trauma, & Transformation w/ Ryan Barraclough, Co-Founder of The Embodied Man Institute

In this episode, I sat down with Ryan Barraclough, a teacher, writer, mentor and therapist dedicated to reconnecting humans with their true nature so they can live with aclear mind, open heart, and deep roots. As the co-founder of the Embodied Man Institute, he co-leads Australia’s largest men’s gathering and guides menthrough rites of passage, initiation, education, and brotherhood.He is also is also the co-founder of BioTra, a pioneeringhealth company that blends biophysics, evolutionary biomechanics, and psycho-spiritual coherence to help people align with the wisdom of nature. In this episode we discuss his insights on the importance ofbrotherhood, the cultural shifts affecting masculinity, and the role of presence in understanding one's true nature. Enjoy the episode.Connect with Ryan:Website: www.ryanbarraclough.coInstagram: @ryanbarraclough__The Embodied Man Institute IG: @theembodiedmaninstitute BioTra: www.biotra.com.auBioTra IG: @biotra.officialUpcoming Retreat Nov 25 - https://biotra.com.au/solomon-islandsConnect with The Skin I'm In Podcast on Socials!!!Spotify: ⁠⁠The Skin I'm In Podcast⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠@theskinimin_pod⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠@theskiniminpodcast⁠⁠Facebook: @TheSkinImInPodcastYouTube: ⁠⁠@TheSkinImInPodcast⁠⁠X: ⁠⁠TheSkinImInPod⁠⁠Join the mailing list here 📩https://forms.gle/q76GNmxXWoo7SJNc7 Get your discounts!SuperchargedFoodCode: THESKINIMINEMR TEKCode: THESKINIMINDindi NaturalsCode: SKINLOVE10Not CoffeeCode: THESKINIMINChapters00:00 The Importance of Brotherhood and Men's Groups02:34 Personal Journey and Key Influences05:30 Cultural Shifts in Masculinity07:52 Role Models and Toxic Masculinity10:35 Power Dynamics in Relationships13:42 Rites of Passage and Initiation16:09 Supporting Men's Growth18:55 The Journey of Self-Discovery21:59 True Nature and Presence24:25 Navigating Modern Challenges26:57 Men's Gatherings and Their Impact29:30 Initiation in Today's Society36:39 The Importance of Brotherhood39:41 Aligning with Nature41:32 Paths to Truth and Spirituality45:04 Psychedelics vs. Breathwork49:11 Changing Perspectives on Healing53:27 The Journey of Self-Discovery58:57 The Biotra Approach