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.
Most Recent Episode
Breaking the Ruhls (and The Rules)
2 days ago
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52 minutes
The Man Rules do not prepare men to navigate the rocky emotional terrain of their day-to-day lives. So, what happens when childhood sexual abuse and emotional abuse make that terrain much, much rockier than average? In most cases, it leads to men suffering in silence from profound depression, crippling anxiety, rage, addiction, and behaviors that are destructive to themselves and others. Larry Ruhl, our guest this week, was on such a path until his caring partner encouraged him to get help. His father began sexually abusing him at age 4, and he was constantly subjected to his narcissistic mother’s verbal abuse, manipulation, and violent rages. Teased and berated for not being man enough; seduced and abused for his sensitivity and vulnerability. He shares his story with Dan and proves that no matter how men have suffered, or how limited they’ve been by The Man Rules, there is hope and there is a better way forward. Larry’s story is the first to be featured in our new series of Deep Dive episodes, where we ask one man to share about his struggles in learning to live authentically in spite of The Man Rules. If you can identify with any of this story please find someone with whom you can talk and consider getting help and support. You deserve peace and you don’t have to suffer alone.
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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
