Boys learn a certain set of rules in terms of what it means to be a man from friends, peers, coaches, movies, music and social media. These rules include ideas such as be stoic, be tough, be self-reliant, don’t act gay and don’t act feminine. This process starts in kindergarten and continues beyond high school. These rules make up the Man Box. These rules are so deeply engrained in us, it is hard to even recognize the profound impact they have on our daily living. 

One such impact is in our romantic relationships. As men may only demonstrate anger, stress or lust publicly (without fear of being mocked), even male depression comes out differently than female depression. Male depression largely comes out as irritability, impatience, and blaming others for problems. 

Join Dr. John and Joree Rose, LMFT for an enlightening conversation around how these things impact romantic relationships and what you can do about it. 

Some of the areas covered…

02:13 - Everyone needs reassurance and validation in relationships. But how can you get it?

14:35 – The surprising reversal of gender stereotypes in some romantic relationships

13:27 - Comparing depression symptoms in males vs. females

18:42 – Anyone who says “I’m not emotional” is absolutely emotional.

21:37 - The impact of childhood trauma on your present-day relationship

23:35 - Ways to increase your emotional awareness

32:22 – Better ways to communicate when you, or your partner, need some extra support or reassurance

40:02 - Tools and support for possible depression

Joree is a marriage and family therapist, host of the Journey Forward podcast, author, entrepreneur and the loving and loved fiancée of Dr. John.

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JoreeRose.com 

MindfulnessAndTherapyCenter.com

TheUltimateRelationship.com

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