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Unconventional Masculinity

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Breaking out of the box of conventional masculinity opens up a world of new possibilities. What if being a man meant so much more than what society tells us?

In this episode, we’re thrilled to explore what it means to live beyond the constraints of traditional masculinity. We're talking about shaking off the cultural conditioning that shapes men, tapping into our imagination, and finding new forms of freedom. Plus, we’ll uncover ways to foster intimate, emotionally understanding relationships among men and redefine what it means to take responsibility. Trust us, you don't want to miss these insights!

So, let's think about it. The conventional idea of masculinity often feels like a suit of armor – heavy, restrictive, and outdated. But what if we told you that taking off this armor can lead to a life that's freer and more authentic? We also discuss the importance of taking ownership of our actions and how this shift can strengthen our relationships, both platonic and romantic. Imagining a world where masculinity and femininity are seen as a spectrum could reshape how we view leadership and community roles.

Our conversation is just scratching the surface, and we’re excited to continue this journey with you. Tune in to the full episode and join us as we explore how to live beyond boundaries.

Specifically, this episode highlights the following themes:

  • Breaking free from traditional male roles and societal expectations
  • The importance of emotional intimacy and vulnerability among men
  • Embracing the spectrum of masculine and feminine energies in our lives

If you're interested in finding answers to your most pressing questions, or to submit a question of your own for an upcoming episode, go to jonsymes.com/drop-in. We host a free monthly drop-in for you to join the discussion!

👉🏻To watch all episodes, head over to jonsymes.com/podcast
👉🏻Feel free to drop Jon a line at jonsymes.com/contact
👉🏻To connect with Jared, visit jaredarchbold.org

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Exploring possibilities, norms, and boundaries in masculinity (00:03:56)

3. Responsibility, Apology, and Redefinition (00:11:10)

4. Sexuality can be beautiful and nourishing (00:17:56)

5. Accepting differences and embracing masculine and feminine energies (00:25:18)

6. Women in power need not conform to male rules (00:29:31)

7. Episode In a Nutshell - What's possible if we find new ways? (00:36:18)

9 episodes

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Content provided by Jon Symes & Jared Archbold, Jon Symes, and Jared Archbold. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Jon Symes & Jared Archbold, Jon Symes, and Jared Archbold or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

Breaking out of the box of conventional masculinity opens up a world of new possibilities. What if being a man meant so much more than what society tells us?

In this episode, we’re thrilled to explore what it means to live beyond the constraints of traditional masculinity. We're talking about shaking off the cultural conditioning that shapes men, tapping into our imagination, and finding new forms of freedom. Plus, we’ll uncover ways to foster intimate, emotionally understanding relationships among men and redefine what it means to take responsibility. Trust us, you don't want to miss these insights!

So, let's think about it. The conventional idea of masculinity often feels like a suit of armor – heavy, restrictive, and outdated. But what if we told you that taking off this armor can lead to a life that's freer and more authentic? We also discuss the importance of taking ownership of our actions and how this shift can strengthen our relationships, both platonic and romantic. Imagining a world where masculinity and femininity are seen as a spectrum could reshape how we view leadership and community roles.

Our conversation is just scratching the surface, and we’re excited to continue this journey with you. Tune in to the full episode and join us as we explore how to live beyond boundaries.

Specifically, this episode highlights the following themes:

  • Breaking free from traditional male roles and societal expectations
  • The importance of emotional intimacy and vulnerability among men
  • Embracing the spectrum of masculine and feminine energies in our lives

If you're interested in finding answers to your most pressing questions, or to submit a question of your own for an upcoming episode, go to jonsymes.com/drop-in. We host a free monthly drop-in for you to join the discussion!

👉🏻To watch all episodes, head over to jonsymes.com/podcast
👉🏻Feel free to drop Jon a line at jonsymes.com/contact
👉🏻To connect with Jared, visit jaredarchbold.org

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Exploring possibilities, norms, and boundaries in masculinity (00:03:56)

3. Responsibility, Apology, and Redefinition (00:11:10)

4. Sexuality can be beautiful and nourishing (00:17:56)

5. Accepting differences and embracing masculine and feminine energies (00:25:18)

6. Women in power need not conform to male rules (00:29:31)

7. Episode In a Nutshell - What's possible if we find new ways? (00:36:18)

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