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What does it take to face fear, push boundaries, and grow as a man? Extreme challenges can reveal a lot about resilience, mental health, and personal growth.

In this episode of The Meaning of Men, I speak to extreme mountaineer Jost Kobusch the day before his latest attempt to climb Mt Everest. Jost shares his journey from a boy afraid of heights to one of the world’s most daring alpinists, reflecting on men’s mental health, vulnerability, and emotional resilience.

In this episode you will learn:

  • How facing physical and mental challenges can build resilience and self-awareness

  • The impact of bottling up emotions and the stigma around fear for men

  • Signs of male depression and practical ways to manage stress and emotional strain

  • How to find balance between risk, challenge, and stability in everyday life

  • The importance of support networks, vulnerability, and leaning on others for growth

This conversation is essential for anyone interested in men’s mental health, resilience, personal growth, adventure, and emotional wellbeing, offering inspiring insights from a man who literally climbs mountains to understand courage, vulnerability, and self-discovery.

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