{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F3155b925-b200-4022-8f90-2c9f9e540d44","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"Brotherhood, Healing & Grit: Jon McLeod on Rewriting Masculinity\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/3155b925-b200-4022-8f90-2c9f9e540d44\"></iframe>","title":"Brotherhood, Healing & Grit: Jon McLeod on Rewriting Masculinity","description":"In this raw and riveting episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Jon McLeod\u2014mental health advocate, father, speaker, and survivor\u2014to unpack what it really means to be a man in today\u2019s world. From surviving gun violence and poverty in Brooklyn to becoming a coach for purpose-driven men, Jon shares why resilience isn't just about enduring, but evolving. The conversation explores how men can stop surviving in silence and start healing in brotherhood\u2014supported not just by other men, but by strong, grounded women. This is a call to rebuild masculinity around faith, tribe, and truth.\nAbout the Guest:Jon McLeod is a mental health advocate, certified life coach, and motivational speaker who has lived through violence, trauma, and transformation. With a mission to help men live intentionally and seek support, he empowers others to build authentic brotherhoods and lead with purpose. Jon uses his platform to break the silence around men\u2019s mental health and faith-led healing.\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nSurvival alone doesn\u2019t define a man\u2014healing and transformation do.\n\n\nBrotherhood is essential: Men need safe, nonjudgmental spaces to talk, grow, and recharge.\n\n\nGod, therapy, and trusted community form the foundation of Jon\u2019s resilience.\n\n\nStrong women are not bystanders\u2014they are essential partners in the healing journey.\n\n\nReal strength is not just carrying others\u2014it\u2019s also knowing when and how to be carried.\n\n\nConnect with Jon McLeod:\n\n\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjonmcleod/\u00a0\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nTune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\n\n\nSubscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\n\n\nJoin Community: https://nas.io/healthymind\n\n\nStay Tuned And Follow Us:YouTube \u2013 https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylifeInstagram \u2013 https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads \u2013 https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podFacebook \u2013 https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn \u2013 https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster\n#podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #masculinity #brotherhood #mentalhealth","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/75d1fd94-b981-4db9-8d2c-62e0cb4bc74a/lixfg9y8bkdk92vanxdi7hauq6o2.jpg"}