ManTalks Podcast

A Man's Guide To Stop Numbing Out

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Mar 14, 2024
Exploring the concept of numbing out as a coping mechanism, the podcast discusses the impact of societal norms on emotional expression and the learned response to intense emotions. It also highlights the importance of reconnecting with emotions, managing numbing behaviors, and using breath awareness to enhance emotional wellbeing.
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INSIGHT

Numbness Misconception

  • Numbness isn't the absence of feeling, but rather the result of feeling too much.
  • Your system shuts down because it's overwhelmed, not empty.
INSIGHT

Brain's Response to Emotions

  • Your brain perceives intense emotions as problems and seeks solutions.
  • These solutions can be external coping mechanisms or internal disconnection.
ADVICE

Identify Numbing Behaviors

  • Identify the substances and behaviors you use to numb yourself.
  • These can include things like porn, weed, overeating, or excessive social media.
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