Why Every Man Should Consider Therapy Now

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02/05/25 • 24 min

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Are you struggling with the weight of trying to handle everything alone as a man?

Many men today face a crisis of loneliness and disconnection, often waiting until divorce, job loss, or addiction forces them to seek help. But there's a better way forward.

In this episode, you'll discover what healthy masculinity really means, why therapy specifically designed for men is different and more effective, and understand practical steps to break free from isolation and build meaningful connections with other men.

Our guest, Marc Azoulay from Men's Therapy Online reveals the four pillars of authentic masculinity and shares how men can proactively take charge of their mental health before crisis strikes.

Topics Discussed:

Common barriers preventing men from seeking mental health support
The current masculinity crisis and finding middle ground between traditional and modern views
Four pillars of healthy masculinity: strength, courage, mastery, and honor
How to combat loneliness and build meaningful male friendships as an adult
Why many traditional therapy approaches fail men
The importance of having male therapists who understand men's experiences
Practical steps for getting started with therapy
How community and group support aid in healing
The value of proactive vs. reactive mental health care
Breaking free from the "fix it yourself" mindset

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Are you struggling with the weight of trying to handle everything alone as a man?

Many men today face a crisis of loneliness and disconnection, often waiting until divorce, job loss, or addiction forces them to seek help. But there's a better way forward.

Our guest, Marc Azoulay from Men's Therapy Online reveals the four pillars of authentic masculinity and shares how men can proactively take charge of their mental health before crisis strikes.

Topics Discussed:

Common barriers preventing men from seeking mental health support
The current masculinity crisis and finding middle ground between traditional and modern views
Four pillars of healthy masculinity: strength, courage, mastery, and honor
How to combat loneliness and build meaningful male friendships as an adult
Why many traditional therapy approaches fail men
The importance of having male therapists who understand men's experiences
Practical steps for getting started with therapy
How community and group support aid in healing
The value of proactive vs. reactive mental health care
Breaking free from the "fix it yourself" mindset

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GUEST WEBSITE: https://menstherapy.online/

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Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI - Why Every Man Should Consider Therapy Now

Transcript

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So I want to just kind of get, you know, a lay of the land. Like, what are some of the common barriers you see that guys are facing getting the mental health that they need? Because, you know, we're in so many positions of power, and yet when it comes to mental health, we are lagging far behind. Far behind, right? I mean, I get too many of the stats, but I can just rouse them off. It's like men commit suicide three times more than women, right? Like one in four men sa