Father Bill W.
Father Bill W.
Men & Emotions: Understanding Men's Emotions
Men & Emotions: Understanding Men's Emotions
Men & Emotions: Understanding Men's Emotions
Wednesday 20th November 2024
Explore men's emotional struggles and solutions with Father Bill W. and therapist Laura Jones Swann. Learn about emotional intelligence and safe expression.
63 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Men experience emotions as intensely as women but struggle more with expressing them.
- Cultural stereotypes often prevent men from articulating their feelings.
- Providing safe spaces can help men feel comfortable expressing emotions.
- Emotional intelligence involves recognising and regulating one's own emotions.
- Practical exercises can improve emotional awareness and regulation.
Men experience emotions internally at the same level as women, but articulating them out loud is way lower.
In this episode of Father Bill W.'s podcast, the focus is on understanding men's emotions and the societal norms that shape them. Father Bill is joined by Laura Jones Swann, a therapist and author of 'Men and Emotions: It's a Thing'. Together, they explore why many men struggle to articulate their feelings and how cultural stereotypes contribute to this challenge.
Laura shares her extensive research, including interviews with over 400 people, revealing that both men and women experience emotions equally but express them differently. The conversation highlights the importance of providing men with safe spaces to express their emotions without fear of judgement. Laura also discusses emotional intelligence, a concept that encompasses recognising and regulating emotions, which is crucial for personal growth and recovery.
The episode is packed with practical advice, including exercises for improving emotional awareness and strategies for emotional regulation. It's an enlightening discussion that offers valuable insights for anyone interested in emotional health, especially those in recovery. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation that sheds light on the often overlooked emotional lives of men. Tune in to learn more about fostering emotional intelligence and creating supportive environments for emotional expression.