Reflections on Freedom, Control, and Personal Growth in Relationships

This chapter explores the concept of freedom and control in a relationship, highlighting one person's journey of personal growth and their partner's struggles with insecurities and societal expectations. The chapter concludes with a mention of an upcoming project on men and masculinity.

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Lily Mandelbaum and Elisa Goodkind, the mother-daughter duo behind the groundbreaking digital media platform “StyleLikeU,” join us for a truly inspirational conversation about body positivity (25:07), self-love, confidence, and the beauty of embracing "what's underneath."

Tune in for an exciting announcement: StyleLikeU is partnering with Man Enough to release a new season of the popular What’s Underneath series, titled “What’s Underneath: Masculinity.” (11:42) For the first time in StyleLikeU’s history the series will exclusively focus on men and masculinity!

Pulling from a shared belief in the connective power of vulnerability and truth (15:24), this collaboration is set to redefine the conversation around men and masculinity, challenging stereotypes, and encouraging self-expression all while calling men in, not out. Join us for thought-provoking discussions with Steve-O, Jidenna, Colton Underwood, and others as we explore themes like body image, sex addiction, sports culture, mental health, and much more.

This special season of What’s Underneath will debut on November 9th with video episodes available on StyleLikeU's YouTube channel and extended podcast interviews right here on The Man Enough Podcast feed.

Watch this episode on YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/LZWjW526uoA

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The Man Enough Podcast is produced by Wayfarer Studios and presented by Procter and Gamble, in partnership with Cadence13, an Audacy company.

Timecodes:

(00:10) - It’s time we recognize eating disorders in men

(04:52) - When was the last time Lily & Elisa didn’t feel enough?

(11: 42) - Man Enough x StyleLikeU Season Announcement!

(15: 24) - How Lily and Elisa founded “StyleLikeU”

(23:15) - How Elisa’s relationship to her body affected Lily growing up

(25:07) - The power of owning your body

(30:21) - Cultural Beauty Standards

(42:27) - How Lily found self-acceptance

(51:23) - How society heightens our insecurities

(55:31) - What does it mean to be Man Enough?

Quotes:

“I think all things should and can appeal to men, not just things you find in a men's book, but things that appeal to women as well.” - Jamey Heath

“Two people could be wearing the same outfit, but if one person is really owning who they are…that’s what makes you stop and stare.” - Lily Mandelbaum

“We learned through all these interviews that the unifying thread between everybody that we were drawn to interview wasn't about their clothing at all, it was about their sense of comfort in their skin.” - Lily Mandelbaum

About StyleLikeU

StyleLikeU is a radically honest media company powering a self-acceptance revolution. Their mission is to fundamentally change how people see themselves and others. Their video series such as, The What’s Underneath Project, Closets, Dispelling Beauty Myths and more connect people through the healing power of vulnerability, truth sharing, and the unshakeable bravery to be yourself. Founded by mother-daughter duo, Elisa Goodkind and Lily Mandelbaum.

Instagram: @stylelikeu

Youtube: StyleLikeU

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Instagram: @lilymandelbaum

ELISA

Instagram: @elisagoodkind

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