
Be The Husband She Brags About
Welcome to the podcast helping you be the high performing husband your wife loves, kids respect and friends admire.
This podcast aims to end every man’s greatest fear that his best will never be enough to make marriage work, in the chaos of life’s overwhelming demands.
Join Masculine Mastery coach Mark Usher on a journey going from feeling frustrated, overwhelmed and incompetent in marriage to being the confident, attractive and radically alive husband your wife will love, laugh and let loose with.
Better Husbands Today. Better World Tomorrow.
Latest episodes

Jul 18, 2025 • 50min
253: 5 Easy Steps To Embodying A Trustworthy Secure Attachment Style No Matter What Dysfunctional Attachment Style Has Eroded Trust Until Now
In this episode, you'll discover the one practice you need to know to start embodying a secure attachment style, no matter what dysfunctional attachment style you have had until now.
The 3 specific benefits you’ll gain by listening to the end of this episode are:
- You’ll know exactly what response to take at the first signs of conflict….husbands that struggle don’t know this simple practice.
- You’ll have a precise checklist to use helping you remain calm and grounded in any emotional upset.
- You’ll have a repeatable process designed to inspire trust and connection in every conflict or disagreement.
Let’s begin…..
Foundations of Attachment style old episode 213: Be The Husband She Brags About / The 4 Attachment Styles Husbands and Wives Have In Marriage
Want the Quickest & Easiest Path to Becoming the Marriage Transforming Hero of your relationship?
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Get your FREE “15 Simple Habits to Be The Husband She Brags About” e-book at www.kingsoffreedom.me
I want to hear from you! Click the link to send me a 90sec voice message with questions or suggestions for relationship topics you’d love me to cover.
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To connect with Mark’s Queen and her incredible work:
Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers podcast

Jul 11, 2025 • 25min
252: An Easy 2-Minute Progress Building Communication Habit To Create A Sense of Confidence and Connection No Matter How Distant Your Marriage Feels
In this episode, you'll discover a daily progress building communication habit that can be done in 2 minutes flat.
The 3 marriage transforming benefits you'll gain by listening are:
- Gaining a high leverage connection habit you can fit in the busiest of family schedules
- A simple tool to focus you and your wife's awareness on the things that are going well
- A daily habit guaranteed to build momentum in the right direction towards connection.
Let’s begin…..
Want the Quickest & Easiest Path to Becoming the Marriage Transforming Hero of your relationship?
Book FREE 50min Heroic Husbands Bootcap Intensive 1-1 Coaching Application call
Don’t Miss The Upcoming Intake to the brand NEW Heroic Husbands Training and Community platform – Join the newsletter list to receive all the details for joining:
Get your FREE “15 Simple Habits to Be The Husband She Brags About” e-book at www.kingsoffreedom.me
I want to hear from you! Click the link to send me a 90sec voice message with questions or suggestions for relationship topics you’d love me to cover.
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Jul 3, 2025 • 1h 5min
251: The 3 Levels of Masculine Maturity Wives Meet in their Husbands When Trying to Land Their Feminine Feedback…2 They Hate, 1 They LOVE!!!
Discover the three levels of masculine maturity that shape how husbands respond to feedback from their wives. The exploration reveals the challenges men face, from the beaten boy to the maturing man, in navigating emotional growth. Learn how embracing feedback can strengthen trust and connection in marriage. The discussion emphasizes the importance of gratitude and emotional awareness, offering valuable insights to enhance relationship dynamics. Tune in for tips on transforming feedback into a powerful tool for marital success!

Jun 27, 2025 • 38min
250: The #1 Hack British Olympic Gold Rowing Legends Can Teach Us About How To Be Ultra Decisive Husbands All Day Every Day
In the run up to the summer Olympics In Sydney 2000, the British rowing team had failed to win gold for over 88 YEARS!
Like most husbands, they had a long history of their good intentions never being good enough.
Determined to finally change the story, they based their entire training preparations on one simple clarifying question.
This one simple tool allowed them to decide what was going to lead them to Gold….and more importantly, what was not.
The type of decision-making clarity is absent in every struggling husband on the planet.
This episode will introduce you to a simple decision-making tool that will turn you into a decisive man your Queen will trust like never before.
Let’s begin…..
Want the Quickest & Easiest Path to Becoming the Marriage Transforming Hero of your relationship?
Book FREE 50min Heroic Husbands Bootcap Intensive 1-1 Coaching Application call
Don’t Miss The Upcoming Intake to the brand NEW Heroic Husbands Training and Community platform – Join the newsletter list to receive all the details for joining:
Get your FREE “15 Simple Habits to Be The Husband She Brags About” e-book at www.kingsoffreedom.me
I want to hear from you! Click the link to send me a 90sec voice message with questions or suggestions for relationship topics you’d love me to cover.
Send Mark voice message Now
To connect with Mark’s Queen and her incredible work:
Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers podcast

Jun 26, 2025 • 1h 13min
249: Marriage Transformation Heroes Special Series with Tara and Duane Kennedy
We welcome in Tara and Duane Kennedy to tell their heart-warming story of marriage transformation.
From the depths of pain and hopelessness that things could ever improve, Tara and Duane let us know the insights and strategies driving their stunning turnaround.
Tara gifts us many profound insights into the challenges a wife experiences when relating with a well-intentioned but emotionally unsafe husband.
Duane explains how he used the Heroic Husbands mantra "Inspire Don't Require" to create a safe space where his Queen feels seen, heard and safe as the new norm.
If you ever doubt you'll be able to radically change your marriage for the better, then this is the rocket fuel your soul has been waiting for.
Let's begin...
Want the Quickest & Easiest Path to Becoming the Marriage Transforming Hero of your relationship?
Book FREE 50min Heroic Husbands Bootcap Intensive 1-1 Coaching Application call
Don’t Miss The Upcoming Intake to the brand NEW Heroic Husbands Training and Community platform – Join the newsletter list to receive all the details for joining:
Get your FREE “15 Simple Habits to Be The Husband She Brags About” e-book at www.kingsoffreedom.me
I want to hear from you! Click the link to send me a 90sec voice message with questions or suggestions for relationship topics you’d love me to cover.
Send Mark voice message Now
To connect with Mark’s Queen and her incredible work:
Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers podcast

Jun 20, 2025 • 57min
248: 10 Ways Stoicism Will Help You Kill Victimhood and Master Your Mind and Marriage
Explore how Stoicism can shift your mindset from victimhood to empowerment for stronger relationships. Discover the significance of radical ownership in marriage and learn to embrace challenges as growth opportunities. The discussion emphasizes emotional presence, taking risks, and fostering deeper connections with partners. Gain insights into creating a supportive home environment while proactively engaging with loved ones. Get ready to transform your marriage through a powerful mental outlook!

Jun 13, 2025 • 23min
247: The 3 Attachment Needs to Instantly Ease Tension in Marital and Parenting Conflicts With Zero Need to Say Anything Clever
Most of us husbands have a trigger happy impulse to try and fix conflicts at home with rational solutions.....that rarely work!!!!
In this episode you will meet the three human attachment needs and how to use them at home that will change how you look at conflict forever.
In conflict, effective communicators are not trying to change the mental state of others.
Instead, their focus is on changing their emotional state via meeting their attachment needs.
When this happens, emotional reactivity is gone and full intelligence comes back online...aka: end of conflict.
Let’s begin…..
Want the Quickest & Easiest Path to Becoming the Marriage Transforming Hero of your relationship?
Book FREE 50min Heroic Husbands Bootcap Intensive 1-1 Coaching Application call
Don’t Miss The Upcoming Intake to the brand NEW Heroic Husbands Training and Community platform – Join the newsletter list to receive all the details for joining:
Get your FREE “15 Simple Habits to Be The Husband She Brags About” e-book at www.kingsoffreedom.me
I want to hear from you! Click the link to send me a 90sec voice message with questions or suggestions for relationship topics you’d love me to cover.
Send Mark voice message Now
To connect with Mark’s Queen and her incredible work:
Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers podcast

Jun 6, 2025 • 59min
246: 10 Ideas To Break Up Mundane Marital Boredom By Unleashing Your Freedom-Loving WILD Man
Monotony in marriage can stifle excitement and passion. Embrace your wild side to rejuvenate your relationship! Discover the power of 'hell yes, hell no' lists to reclaim what energizes you. Dive into self-love and engage in playful activities that inspire. Overcoming fears and self-limiting beliefs is key to nurturing your partnership. Learn how to transform your life into a thrilling adventure, giving both you and your queen what you've been missing!

May 30, 2025 • 56min
245: Why Not Giving A Sh!t About Your Wife’s Happiness Actually Inspires Her To Love and Trust You More Than Ever Before
Unpack the surprising idea that not prioritizing your wife's happiness might actually enhance your relationship. Discover how societal conditioning from childhood shapes our emotional interactions in marriage, often with negative consequences. Learn the importance of prioritizing your own emotional needs to foster deeper connections. This conversation encourages men to reclaim their self-worth and embrace self-care as a pathway to building healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

May 23, 2025 • 50min
244: The 6 Most Unsexy and Untrustworthy Mistakes Husbands Commonly Make When Trying to Save Their Marriage
Husbands often strive to improve their marriages but can stumble into common mistakes that hinder progress. Connection and consistency are essential for meaningful change, rather than pursuing quick fixes. Emotional energy can be stifled by childhood conditioning, making it crucial for men to embrace their feelings. Authenticity becomes vital in rekindling passion between partners, highlighting the need for commitment and mutual understanding. Dive into strategies to avoid pitfalls and strengthen your marriage.