The Angry Therapist Podcast My Dick Journey
May 9, 2025
Dive into a heartfelt discussion on body image and masculinity, where personal battles with body dysmorphia and societal norms take center stage. Through candid reflections on childhood and family influences, the host navigates complex feelings tied to cultural identity. Humor meets hard truths as he shares a memorable, if traumatic, coming-of-age story. Emphasis on self-love and acceptance shines through, encouraging others on their own journeys of vulnerability and healing.
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Father's Jokes and Cultural Pressure
- John Kim shares how his father joked about his small penis, embedding early insecurity.
- Growing up in a mostly white neighborhood, John and his brother felt pressure to fit in, leading to a late circumcision.
Traumatic Circumcision Experience
- At about age 9 or 10, John underwent circumcision to fit American norms, which was traumatic.
- His mistrust of Korean doctors stems from painful medical experiences including bone setting without anesthesia.
Size, Masculinity, and Insecurity
- Exposure to porn and fraternity locker rooms fueled John's insecurities about penis size.
- He equated size with masculinity, power, and sexual prowess, feeling inadequate compared to peers.