How do we define masculinity?  In this episode, we will do a deep dive into what it means to be  "manly," why it's stereotypically harder for men to open up and be vulnerable with other men, and how to leave toxic masculinity in the dust.

The Cliff notes
(07:04) How do you define trauma? 

(07:56) The difference between small t trauma and big t trauma 

(11:00) How trauma impacts your day-to-day life. 

(15:55) How do you define masculinity? 

(32:22) How men can have deeper conversations with other men 

(35:09) Masculinity and porn 

(39:20) Can masculinity be on a spectrum? 

(42:52) How can women help men be more vulnerable 

All About Eli 

Eli is a Social Work therapist (LCSW )who has worked in a psych hospital, intense outpatient clinic and currently works in a group and private practice in queens. 

He created ELIvation and became a therapist to fill a need and create a modern outlook on mental health to create a more digestible and relatable view on mental health to help those in struggling times and add some extra inspiration and motivation into everyday life.

Eli has been featured on Kelly Clarkson show, IVF Warrior, Fruitful, Breaking Taboo and on multiple podcasts ranging from parenting, relationships, mental health, and infertility. 

His main goal is to help people on their journey to add support, care, empathy, expertise, and insight.

He runs events, seminars, and individual coaching on topics from mental health awareness, public speaking coaching, relationship coaching, and confidence-boosting.

Follow Eli on Instagram at @eliweinstein_lcsw and @thedudetherapist