Connor Beaton, a men's life coach, dives into attachment styles, exploring how to identify and improve them. Topics include understanding attachment theory, regulating anxiety through breathwork, healing attachment styles through nervous system work, and communicating needs in relationships. Practical insights on moving out of anxious attachments and strategies for managing avoidant tendencies are discussed, along with building intimacy through synchronized breathing exercises.

Connor Beaton, founder of ManTalks, discusses the struggles of young men, the impact of vulnerability on mental health, and the failure of modern therapy. He explores surface-level relationships among men, embracing anger for personal growth, competition, trust, and the impact of emotionally damaged men. The importance of observing undesirable behaviors, developing deeper relationships, and the impact of fatherlessness on young boys are also explored. The conversation touches on performance anxiety, struggles with physical and mental health, and optimizing hormone levels.

Themes: Masculinity, Emotions, Vulnerability, Relationships, Men’s Work, Self-Worth, Purpose, PornographySummary: Today I’m chatting with one of my good friends, Connor Beaton. Connor is the founder of ManTalks, an international organization dedicated to men's wellness, success, and fulfillment. Connor is a coach, facilitator, teacher, podcast host, and speaker who helps men from all over the world find purpose, healthy love, a joy-filled life, and fulfilling sexual connection. His teachings draw from an in-depth apprenticeship in Jungian psychology, Gestalt, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and both Buddhist and Taoist traditions. Known for his no-nonsense approach and compassionate understanding of human limitations, Connor has coached thousands of men through private coaching, group work, workshops, retreats, and masterminds. He has also shared the stage with renowned speakers like Gary Vaynerchuk, Lewis Howes, and Danielle LaPorte.Tune in for a free-flowing conversation where we jam on the challenges men face today, masculinity, turning towards our pain, and his new book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide to Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, and Find Freedom.Discover: Our thoughts on why toxic masculinity manifests Why emotional suppression is so common for men in our culture today The healing that is being asked of men right now The value of an initiatory process as young men Why turning towards your pain is necessary in order to find freedom and be the man you want to be Why porn has become an addiction for many and its effect on relationships 00:00 Intro 04:12 The men’s movement06:10 Emotionality in men12:00 Toxic masculinity16:28 Hurt people hurt people25:41 Men and vulnerability33:44 Healing the divide between men and women49:09 Men’s work54:42 A relationship with something bigger than yourself59:20 “I don’t trust men…”1:05:19 You don’t need to hit rock bottom to change1:13:53 There’s more to it than vulnerability1:22:51 What fulfilling relationships require1:28:00 Being present1:31:27 Pornography1:42:49 Impact of pornography on relationships1:46:18 Healing a porn addictionLinks: Website | mantalks.com Instagram | @mantalks Book | Men's Work, A Practical Guide to Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, and Find Freedom Podcast | ManTalks Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connor Beaton, founder of ManTalks, discusses the shortage of elders to guide young men, the retreat of men from society and relationships, the challenges of vulnerability, living in congruence with one's ideal self, and the importance of collective empathy and shadow processing.

Connor Beaton, men's life coach and founder of ManTalks, joins host Larry Hagner on The Dad Edge Podcast to discuss the power of voice in conveying emotions and creating a comfortable environment for effective communication. They explore how slowing down speech and being mindful of tone can reduce anxiety and improve relationships. The conversation extends to the impact of voice in parenting and marriage, emphasizing how a calm demeanor and voice can influence behavior and emotions of children and partners.

Vienna Pharaon speaks with husband Connor Beaton, founder of ManTalks, about his struggles post-parental divorce, tools for personal growth, and journey to self-acceptance. They discuss confronting emotional wounds, post-traumatic growth, and cultivating honesty in relationships.

Ian MacKenzie interviews Connor Beaton about his journey into fatherhood, discussing the struggles, joys, and decision-making process. They explore the importance of readiness, nurturing relationships, and embracing paternal responsibility. The conversation delves into cultural ceremonies for fathers, the significance of support from other men, sacred birth stories, and the balance between parental involvement and personal fulfillment.

In this insightful discussion, John Wineland, a thought leader on masculine leadership, along with personal development advocate Preston Smiles, holistic wellness expert Dr. Siri Sat Nam, and men's work specialist Connor Beaton, tackle the complexities of race, privilege, and healthy masculinity. They emphasize the necessity for men to confront their roles in societal racism and engage in meaningful conversation. Additionally, they explore emotional literacy, the importance of diversity in men's groups, and the power of community in fostering social justice and personal growth.

Guests delve into their early encounters with porn, navigating puberty, and individual experiences with porn & masturbation. They touch on the evolution and impact of the porn industry, societal implications, the thin line between healthy usage and addiction, therapy for children, and trauma's influence on coping mechanisms in adulthood.

Connor Beaton, expert in men's work and founder of Mantalks, explores topics such as keeping the sex life alive in long-term relationships, the prevalence of sexual content and addiction, understanding sexual boredom, embracing emotional vulnerability, the effects of social media stimulation, and overcoming loneliness and improving impulse control.