Living Mirrors with Dr. James Cooke James Hollis on the psychology of men | Living Mirrors #68
Sep 29, 2021
Jungian psychoanalyst James Hollis discusses men's psychology, societal expectations, toxic masculinity, and the importance of addressing inner shadows. The podcast explores the absence of traditional rites of passage for men, struggles of egoism, resilience, and the impact of father-son relationships on mental health. It emphasizes emotional vulnerability, authenticity, and the journey towards meaningful connections.
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Hollis' Resistance and Breakthrough
- James Hollis experienced deep resistance when first addressing men's psychology due to old, internalized secrets.
- Sharing these secrets helped many men realize their fears and struggles were universal, reducing isolation.
Men's Conditioned Restrictions
- Men are as restricted by societal role expectations as women, though this is less recognized.
- Men's conditioning often hides beneath power dynamics, limiting full self-knowledge and expression.
Men's Emotional Isolation
- Men often lack close emotional friendships and internal guidance, facing isolation and worth defined by productivity.
- This emotional deprivation creates loneliness and a profound loss within men's inner lives.