Hector and Matthew Sloane, an author, coach, facilitator and an ally to all dads, explore the complexities of being a man in today’s world. They dive into the struggles of balancing sensitivity, anger, and the responsibilities of fatherhood, while unpacking the unspoken challenges many men face. They discuss the emotional impact of boundaries, societal expectations, and how self-compassion is so powerful. It’s a conversation that sheds light on the inner conflicts of today’s men and the paths toward growth and connection.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - Setting the Stage: Why Compassion is the New Masculinity
• 00:01:43 - Names, Identity, and What They Reveal
• 00:02:30 - A Father's Struggle: The Tightrope Walk of Modern Parenthood
• 00:04:17 - Sensitivity Unmasked: Power or Weakness?
• 00:06:30 - The Invisible Lines We Cross Daily
• 00:07:53 - What Happens When Vulnerability Leads the Way
• 00:15:35 - The Quiet Revolution: Men’s Work in Action
• 00:25:15 - From Monkeys to Men: How We’re All Connected
• 00:26:31 - A Sneak Peek Inside Matthew Sloane's Inner World
• 00:43:45 - Can Masculinity Still Be Modern?
• 00:45:14 - Wrapping Up: What Will You Take With You?

Links and Resources

• Matthew Sloane
• Matthew on LinkedIn
• Hiding Inside a Man
• Understanding the Mature Male
• Stable Dad 101
• Hector Santiesteban on LinkedIn
• Hector Santiesteban on Twitter

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