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EPISODE · Mar 28, 2026 · 17 MIN

Why Men Struggle to Express Emotions (And How to Fix It)

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

Why is it so hard for many men to talk about how they really feel?In this episode of The Making of Me Podcast, leadership coach Trevor Stevenson breaks down the deep-rooted reasons men struggle to name and express their emotions—and how this impacts relationships, leadership, and personal growth.Discover how societal expectations, upbringing, and communication habits shape emotional awareness—and more importantly, what you can do to change it.In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why many men struggle to identify their emotions• The impact of emotional suppression on relationships and leadership• Practical steps to build emotional awareness• How to communicate more effectively at work and at homeIf you’re ready to build stronger connections, improve communication, and gain clarity in your emotional life, this episode is for you.🌐 Connect with Trevor Stevenson:Website: https://trevorstephenson.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-bryce-stevensonSubscribe for more powerful conversations on personal growth, leadership, and emotional intelligence.#MensHealth #EmotionalIntelligence #Leadership #Relationships #MakingOfMePodcast #PersonalGrowth #CommunicationSkills

Why is it so hard for many men to talk about how they really feel?In this episode of The Making of Me Podcast, leadership coach Trevor Stevenson breaks down the deep-rooted reasons men struggle to name and express their emotions—and how this impacts relationships, leadership, and personal growth.Discover how societal expectations, upbringing, and communication habits shape emotional awareness—and more importantly, what you can do to change it.In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why many men struggle to identify their emotions• The impact of emotional suppression on relationships and leadership• Practical steps to build emotional awareness• How to communicate more effectively at work and at homeIf you’re ready to build stronger connections, improve communication, and gain clarity in your emotional life, this episode is for you.🌐 Connect with Trevor Stevenson:Website: https://trevorstephenson.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-bryce-stevensonSubscribe for more powerful conversations on personal growth, leadership, and emotional intelligence.#MensHealth #EmotionalIntelligence #Leadership #Relationships #MakingOfMePodcast #PersonalGrowth #CommunicationSkills

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