Men’s Emotional Leadership Development with Owen Marcus | Emotional Intelligence and Resilience

Aug 10, 2024

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In this episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant welcomes pioneering coach and author Owen Marcus, who discusses integrating emotional physiology, attachment theory, and somatic therapies into men's emotional connection and leadership development.

Owen shares insights from his new community, MELD, which focuses on men's emotional leadership development. They explore diverse subjects such as rolfing, polyvagal theory, anti-fragility, and the importance of co-regulation and vulnerability in emotional intelligence.

The conversation highlights the significance of using somatic experiences for emotional growth and how men can improve their relationships and leadership skills through these practices. Owen also emphasizes the role of safe spaces for practicing emotional skills and the benefits of such spaces on men's personal and professional lives.

The episode wraps up with a discussion on the common challenges men face and how women can support men in their emotional journeys.

Topics and Highlights

00:00 Welcome to Real Men Feel

00:26 Introducing Owen Marcus

01:50 The Journey to MELD

02:38 Understanding Somatic Therapy

04:26 Exploring Rolfing

06:57 Men's Emotional Leadership Development

08:39 Polyvagal Theory Explained

11:28 The Importance of Vulnerability

14:09 Emotional Intelligence and Leadership

24:35 Challenges Men Face Today