Husband Material My Addiction To Screens: HMA Manly Monday Example
Jul 14, 2025
John Kilmer, a Mental Health Life Coach and Certified Husband Material Coach, dives deep into the complexities of screen addiction. He guides Drew Boa through a powerful live demonstration addressing the emotional vulnerabilities tied to digital dependency. They explore how screens can bring both comfort and isolation, affecting personal relationships and self-worth. The conversation highlights the delicate balance between resilience and vulnerability, urging men to confront their habits and embrace genuine connections. Through introspection, they advocate for healthier emotional expressions and community support.
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Essence of Masculinity
- Masculinity means pushing through difficulty and succeeding despite fear and weakness.
- It involves creating, building, and speaking life even in hard circumstances.
Drew's Screen Addiction Story
- Drew Boa shares his long-term addiction to screens starting from childhood with devices like Game Boy and Windows 98.
- This addiction subtly affected his heart and relationship, especially due to smartphone use.
Phone Used to Numb Pain
- Drew describes his unhealthy phone use at night to numb feelings after children disrupt sleep.
- This numbing protects loved ones from his aggressive thoughts but impacts intimacy with his wife.