

Ep - 60 Dr. Michael Reichert
Dec 22, 2019
Dr. Michael Reichert, a psychologist and author of 'How to Raise a Boy,' shares insights on fostering emotional intelligence in boys. He highlights the importance of nurturing emotional bonds for healthier masculinity. Discussing the challenges of toxic masculinity, he emphasizes the critical role secure attachments play in boys' development. He also reflects on his journey as a grandparent, advocating for open communication and emotional expression. Reichert's innovative strategies provide parents with tools to help boys navigate a changing society.
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Science-Based New Boyhood
- Boys need a new kind of boyhood based in the science of human development to flourish.
- Current masculine norms risk creating unjust societal outcomes and harm boys' growth.
Attachment Needs Are Hard Science
- Boys' emotional and attachment needs are hard science like physical health limits.
- Without secure attachments, boys risk becoming brittle, emotionally fragile, and less resilient.
Grandfather's Secure Attachment Story
- Mark Goulston shares his heartfelt experience bonding deeply with his grandson through eye contact.
- This secure attachment is crucial to give boys a foundation of basic trust early in life.