The Man Rules
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Live with intention. Build connection. Create a more meaningful life. Host Dan Griffin shows you how, through funny and insightful conversations about The Man Rules — those often-unconscious expectations that shape what it means to be a “real man" in the 21st century. It’s a must-listen for anyone seeking to live a more authentic life.Read more »
Live with intention. Build connection. Create a more meaningful life. Host Dan Griffin shows you how, through funny and insightful conversations about The Man Rules — those often-unconscious expectations that shape what it means to be a “real man" in the 21st century. It’s a must-listen for anyone seeking to live a more authentic life.Read Less
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More Than a Moustache
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The Movember Foundation is a multinational charity that aims to raise awareness of and money for men’s health. They address some of the biggest health issues faced by men: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health and suicide prevention. And it's definitely not just about moustaches! In this episode, one of Movember’s Senior VPs, Mark Hedstrom, sits down with Dan to talk specifically about mental health among fathers (since it is #FathersMonth after all…) As a society, we’ve raised the bar for what it means to be a great dad in the last couple of decades. Men are enjoying a lot more freedom to be fully, physically and emotionally involved in all of the ups and downs of parenting. But, as the Movember Foundation points out on their Facebook page, part of being a great dad is taking care of yourself, so you’ll be around to see your kids through all their major milestones. Unfortunately, this also means that a lot of Dads are also feeling pressure do things perfectly. It’s not enough to be a good Dad; you have to be a GREAT one. The day-to-day stresses of trying to be Super Dad (and Super Husband, and Super Son, and Super Employee) can definitely take a toll on a man’s mental health. And, it can cause him to de-prioritize his own physical health in favor of devoting more time to the family. And remember, as we say on MRP all of the time: you can't do it perfectly, but you can always do it consciously. To get started, visit Movember.comRead more »
The Movember Foundation is a multinational charity that aims to raise awareness of and money for men’s health. They address some of the biggest health issues faced by men: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health and suicide prevention. And it's definitely not just about moustaches! In this episode, one of Movember’s Senior VPs, Mark Hedstrom, sits down with Dan to talk specifically about mental health among fathers (since it is #FathersMonth after all…) As a society, we’ve raised the bar for what it means to be a great dad in the last couple of decades. Men are enjoying a lot more freedom to be fully, physically and emotionally involved in all of the ups and downs of parenting. But, as the Movember Foundation points out on their Facebook page, part of being a great dad is taking care of yourself, so you’ll be around to see your kids through all their major milestones. Unfortunately, this also means that a lot of Dads are also feeling pressure do things perfectly. It’s not enough to be a good Dad; you have to be a GREAT one. The day-to-day stresses of trying to be Super Dad (and Super Husband, and Super Son, and Super Employee) can definitely take a toll on a man’s mental health. And, it can cause him to de-prioritize his own physical health in favor of devoting more time to the family. And remember, as we say on MRP all of the time: you can't do it perfectly, but you can always do it consciously. To get started, visit Movember.comRead Less
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etilton from
Totally Amazing
"The cost of disconnection is disconnection!" (Terry Real), what a powerful statement speaking about how men are being socialized and the impact that it is having not only on our communities but relationships and also future generations! This episode did an amazing job being able to say so many things that I feel have needed to be said, not only how men are seen in our culture but sadly how men are seeing themselves. Looking forward to what the next episode brings!
Date published: 2017-05-15
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Deanna_1986 from
Glad I found this!
I was recommended to listen to this podcast by a friend and after listening to a couple of episodes I think that he was right! This is a podcast for not just men but women as well that are looking to have better relationship with the men in their lives!!
Date published: 2017-05-20
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Joey _From_Denver from
Glad to hear this
What a refreshing look at some of the confusion and struggles that are happening in the relationships with men, not only men with other people but also men with themselves! Looking forward to the next episode!
P.S The Practical and Tactical!!! Awesome
Date published: 2017-05-23
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Denver_Lilly from
Wow!
Great show! I think that this is something that everybody needs to be talking about. I am going to let all my friends know about the "Man Rules"
Date published: 2017-05-26
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JasonVitello from
Don't let the rules rule you...
We are living in the midst of a backlash to thousands of years of patriarchy. Male privilege is being rightfully challenged (about time) but as a result, countless men are feeling confused, enraged, displaced and lost. Many have retreated deeper into the toxic embrace of the modern conception of masculinity – "the self-made man" – a masculinity measured by status, wealth and domination over others. This notion of maleness perpetuates a dog eat dog world where it is every man for himself. The implications of all this are profoundly destructive - not just to men but to children, women and all of society.
Dan Griffin brings this all to light in insightful and entertaining fashion. He exposes the ever present influence of the "man rules" which men have internalized since birth. We adhere to these commandments because we believe they keep us safe - when in actuality they cause much of our own suffering.
Dan promotes the concept of "conscious masculinity" as the answer and the antidote to the present male crisis. He also provides a platform for others, including pioneers such as Dr. Allen Berger and John Lee to share their wisdom. This is an excellent and necessary show that I recommend to men and anyone who cares about them.
Date published: 2017-05-29
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Samsand from
Great podcast!
I was asked by a friend to check this out! What a refreshing perspective on emotional disconnect. I've encouraged my husband to check it out as well as the rest of Dan's podcasts.
Date published: 2017-05-26
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Jackie12345 from
Awesome
This was so helpful. Explains how the man rules play out in life and how they interfere with true happiness.
Date published: 2017-05-26
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bigstevek2703 from
Great Show
This is such a great show, with a really strong message. I am excited to keep listening.
Date published: 2017-05-26
