In this episode, Jess sits down with Amadeus Heimann for an honest conversation about heartbreak, masculinity, and what can unfold when a relationship ending becomes a catalyst for deep inner work. Amadeus shares his experience leaving an emotionally abusive relationship, the loss of identity that followed, and how that rupture pushed him to rebuild himself from the inside out.

Together, they explore what it means to be a man in today’s world, why so many men feel disconnected from themselves and from others, and how doing personal healing and growth work changes the way we show up in relationships, dating, and life.

In this episode, we explore

• Heartbreak through the male lens and why it is so rarely talked about
• Losing yourself in a relationship and rebuilding identity afterward
• The idea of “male vacancy” and how the absence of mentorship and belonging is leaving many men disconnected
• Redefining masculinity in a world where old models no longer fit
• The role of inner work in confidence, boundaries, and self trust
• Dating after heartbreak, emotional unavailability, and learned patterns
• Why connection, community, and brotherhood are essential for growth

About Amadeus Heimann:

Amadeus Heimann is a strength coach specializing in injury management, with a background rooted in helping people rebuild trust in their bodies. Currently in massage school, he is in the midst of a purposeful pivot toward more holistic, hands-on healing work.

Alongside his professional work in fitness, Amadeus is deeply committed to men’s mental health and personal growth. He is a published author, an active member of the men’s work community in the Northern Virginia and DC area, and a passionate advocate for integrated masculinity in the modern world. He is also the host of the Male Vacancy Project podcast, where he explores masculinity, emotional depth, and the importance of community, mentorship, and connection for men today.

•  Amadeus’ Instagram
• Male Vacancy Project Podcast Instagram
• Sacred Spaces Volume 3

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