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Therapy for Men with David Khalili
Nov 7, 2023
Guest David F Khalili, Licensed Therapist and board-certified sexologist, discusses the struggles men face in expressing emotions, the impact of shame on accountability, low libido treatment for women, and the need for connection in desire discrepancy. They also mention David's new workbook on men's mental health issues.
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- The mental health workbook for men aims to help them integrate all aspects of themselves, challenging societal expectations and building authentic relationships.
- Addressing shame and creating a safe space for men to explore emotions empowers them to navigate relationships consciously and cultivate self-compassion.
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Importance of Mental Health Workbook for Men
David Kalele, a licensed therapist and founder of Ruse Relational Wellness, discusses the motivation behind creating a mental health workbook for men. Growing up in a household where sex and relationships were openly discussed, David observed how discomfort around these topics affected men, especially when it came to expressing emotions. With his own struggles as a queer and mixed-race individual, David aimed to create a practice and a book that would help men integrate all aspects of themselves. By addressing challenges in accessing emotions and learning to challenge societal expectations, David's workbook aims to support men in building authentic and healthy relationships.
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