Healthy Masculinity, Overcoming Burnout, Finding True Love | Brandon Shindo, LCSW

In this conversation, Brandon Shindo, CEO of  @kandbtherapy  shares his personal and professional growth journey. He discusses overcoming burnout, finding balance, and the necessary steps he took to achieve a thriving private practice and a healthy relationship. Brandon reflects on the influence of his Japanese American heritage and the lessons he learned from his elders. He also explores the concept of healthy masculinity and the importance of listening and understanding in relationships. Brandon offers advice on navigating difficult relationships and finding love after experiencing setbacks. In this conversation, Brandon reflects on the lessons he learned from his grandmother and how her death impacted his life.

Takeaways

• Overcoming burnout and finding balance is essential for personal and professional growth.
• Seeking help and being vulnerable are crucial steps in achieving a healthy work-life balance.
• Cultural influences shape our work ethic and understanding of masculinity.
• Finding peace and safety in relationships requires active listening and understanding.
• Lessons from difficult relationships can lead to personal growth and the ability to find healthy love.

Time Stamps

• 00:00 Introduction and Favorite Movie
• 00:42 Personal and Professional Growth
• 02:21 Overcoming Burnout and Finding Balance
• 03:23 Lessons from Early Career
• 04:22 Seeking Help and Vulnerability
• 05:51 Shifting Priorities and Finding Balance
• 06:54 Lessons from Elders and Changing Mindset
• 08:48 Taking Care of Family and Reprioritizing
• 09:48 Appreciating Life and Embracing Vulnerability
• 11:06 Cultural Influence on Work Ethic
• 12:35 Lessons from Japanese American Heritage
• 16:06 Lessons from Japanese Elders
• 17:06 Balancing Masculine and Feminine Traits
• 19:23 Defining Healthy Masculinity
• 21:30 Finding Peace and Safety in Relationships
• 23:33 Lessons from Manipulative Relationships
• 26:02 Navigating Healthy Relationships
• 28:44 Generosity and Kindness in Relationships
• 31:43 Finding Love After Difficult Relationships
• 34:56 Lessons from Adversity
• 36:17 Lessons from Brandon's Grandma
• 37:10 Maladaptive Coping