How Men Can Practice Mindfulness: A Conversation with Dr. Jason Frishman

04/24/24 • 52 min

Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.
Today we welcome Dr. Jason Frishman who has been working for 25 years to support individuals, groups, families, organizations and businesses. He believes that our lives are adventurous, and we can and should be an active, engaged author of our own adventure stories!
Dr. Frishman is a practicing licensed therapist. He is a Psychologist and Doctorate with specific training in Collaborative, Narrative, and Adventure therapies. He is the Founder of JourneyMen, which inspires committed, well-balanced men to successfully journey through life with responsibility, meaning and intention.
For today’s episode we will discuss the common mental struggles men face and strategies to overcome them.
Enjoy the show.
Questions Answered
00:00 Introduction
01:05 As the founder of Journeymen, what inspired you to focus on addressing the mental health challenges specific to men?
04:37 Can you share some insights into the common mental struggles that men often face in today's society?
10:00 In your experience, what are some of the key reasons men may hesitate to seek help for their mental health, and how can this barrier be overcome?
26:55 Can you discuss the importance of fostering emotional intelligence in men and how it contributes to their overall mental well-being?
30:05 What are the coping mechanisms that men employ, and are there healthier alternatives that you recommend?
33:59 What role do relationships and social connections play in supporting men's mental health, and how can individuals cultivate these supportive networks?
40:16 Are there specific mindfulness or self-care practices that you recommend for men to incorporate into their daily lives to promote mental well-being?
50:00 Where can our listeners learn more about you and your work?
www.JourneyMenFoundation.com
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Rise Above the Money Fog: A conversation with Financial Psychologist Mikelann Valterra, MA, AFC

Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.
For more than two decades, master money coach Mikelann Valterra, MA, AFC®, has helped folks transform their relationship with money. A highly respected expert in financial psychology, she is the author of Rise Above the Money Fog and has been quoted in national publications, including Forbes, USA Today, and Business Insider.
Mikelann is an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®) and holds a master’s in psychology and consciousness studies.
On today’s episode, we will discuss the money fog, and what it means to you and your partner.
Enjoy the show.
Questions Answered
0:00:00 Introduction
0:01:15 Where does your passion for financial psychology come from?
0:07:12 What has been the biggest change in financial psychology over the past 25 years?
10:18 What is a money fog?
12:26 Can you explain your acronym, FOG?
13:47 What are some of the hidden impacts of the money fog?
16:41 What is the origin of the money fog?
22:22 What is your favorite story of someone who rose above the money fog?
24:48 Where can listeners go to learn more about you?
25:33 What is one piece of simple and actionable advice you want to leave our listeners with?
Resources
Seattlemoneycoach.com

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The Early Role of Fathers A conversation with Dr. Volling of the University of Michigan

Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.
Today we welcome Dr. Brenda Volling who is a developmental psychologist and award-winning educator and researcher at the University of Michigan.
Her research focuses on early social and emotional development with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, parent-child interaction, and family relationships. Dr. Volling works primarily with young fathers during the perinatal period and the transition to fatherhood and studies men’s mental health, father-child relationships, and co-parenting. Her research has been showcased on CBS Sunday Morning, the BBC, the Washington Post, the New York Times, and Parents magazine.
On today’s episode we discuss the essential role fathers play in the early years of a child’s development. Enjoy the show.
Questions Answered
00:00 Introduction
01:15 From a 20,000 foot view, can you share a bit about your research on the role of fathers for infant development?
13:56 What steps should fathers take to prepare for their first born?
25:13 What outcomes have you found with fathers who form a strong bond with their children as infants?
32:43: What can fathers do as caregivers that is most meaningful for their child's development?
40:14: Where can folks turn to learn more about you and your work?
41:25 What advice do you have for our listeners that is simple and actionable?
The Volling Lab: https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/volling-lab/our-team/

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