Hector sits down with therapist John Sendim to talk about the hardships men face in embracing therapy and dealing with emotions they’ve often been taught to ignore. They talk about why so many guys avoid therapy, what it takes to really process emotions like anger and sadness, and how therapy is more than just talking—it’s about building tools for life. John shares his own story of getting through a personal loss and explains why inner work isn’t just about “feeling better” but learning to live fully, even through the tough stuff.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 – Opening Thoughts and Setting the Stage
• 00:00:43 – Unmasking Therapy's Role for Men
• 00:01:05 – Reflections on Mental Health Journeys
• 00:02:37 – John Sendim’s Path to Becoming a Therapist
• 00:04:36 – Tragedy’s Turning Point
• 00:08:02 – Navigating Emotions and Duties
• 00:15:05 – The Rise of Men’s Groups
• 00:18:23 – Key Challenges Men Face in Therapy
• 00:20:41 – Launching a Podcast as Self-Therapy
• 00:22:03 – Unpacking Anger and Emotional Suppression
• 00:24:34 – Therapy’s Role in Emotional Growth
• 00:26:20 – Inner Child and Healing Work
• 00:28:08 – Linking Past to Present Self
• 00:30:26 – Exploring Therapy Techniques
• 00:34:19 – Boundaries and Anger Management
• 00:37:39 – Wrapping Up and Resources for Next Steps

Links and Resources

• John on LinkedIn
• UpLift Therapy for Men
• Hector Santiesteban on LinkedIn
• Hector Santiesteban on Twitter

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