The One You Feed Journey to Healing and Recovery with Brian Broome
Oct 25, 2021
Brian Broome, a poet and screenwriter, shares his captivating journey of healing and recovery. He reflects on the societal pressures of masculinity and how they shaped his upbringing. Brian discusses the transformative power of writing, which became his therapeutic tool during rehab. He opens up about his struggles with addiction and the importance of sobriety in his life. The conversation dives deep into family dynamics, generational trauma, and ultimately redefines masculinity, advocating for self-acceptance and emotional awareness.
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Ballet Dream
- Brian Broome loved ballet but societal pressures about masculinity stopped him.
- He turned away from a ballet class, afraid of not conforming to expectations.
Dolls and Discipline
- As a child, Brian Broome was punished by his father for playing with dolls.
- Each strike silenced his rising sobs, internalizing shame and reinforcing masculine expectations.
The 'Can'ts' of Masculinity
- Masculinity seems defined more by what men can't do than what they can do.
- Suppressing emotions leads to unhealthy outlets, like violence or cruelty.
