"Men often use 'safe' to describe someone they can openly talk to, showing their deep but often hidden need for trust and vulnerability." Alison Armstrong

Today on Bridging Connections:

• 00:00 Welcome & Introduction
• 01:00 Alison Armstrong's Impact on Bryan's Relationship Journey
• 01:54 Longing for Elder Wisdom
• 03:39 How Alison’s Journey with Men Began
• 05:07 Becoming a "Frog Farmer" – Transforming Men
• 09:44 The Power of Listening and Understanding Men
• 13:33 The Well of Men's Emotional Responses
• 14:14 Men and Congruency: Understanding Commitment
• 17:09 Differences in Male and Female Communication Styles
• 19:10 The Attention Women Crave from Men
• 21:52 Safety, Security, and Connection in Relationships
• 25:46 The Emotional Depth of Men: What It Means to Be “Safe”
• 29:28 Asking for Connection and Attention in Relationships
• 31:48 Men Are Like Icebergs: Emotions and Depth Below the Surface
• 34:12 Women’s Desire for Men to Feel Desired
• 43:18 The Problem with Labeling in Relationships
• 47:16 Rethinking Relationships: The Instance of Being Related
• 54:16 How to Be in the Moment: Being, Listening, and Speaking
• 58:35 Women's Instinct to Speak for Safety
• 01:02:26 Alison's Resources and Final Thoughts

Connect with Alison:

• Website: alisonarmstrong.com
• Resources: Sample Understanding Women 
• Subscribe to: alisonarmstrongvideos

Connect with Bryan & Tait:

• Website: bryanreeves.com 
• Instagram: @bryanreevesinsight / @taitarend08