What happens when a man wakes up and realizes he’s been living on autopilot—running the same patterns, reacting the same way, and never truly steering his own life?

In this episode, Wes Earls joins Garth Haslem for a raw, winding conversation about loneliness, control, and the patterns that keep men stuck. From childhood abuse to school bullying, from suicidal thoughts to spiritual awakening, Wes shares how he finally learned to stop living as a passenger and start driving his own life.

Together they explore isolation, masculinity, and the deep power of self-awareness—the moment a man realizes he can choose how to respond, rather than simply react. This is a story about forgiveness, humility, and the long road back to self-respect.

Highlights:

• Breaking free from autopilot and the illusion of control

• The loneliness every man feels but rarely names

• From being bullied and beaten down to building strength

• “Nothing happens to me; everything happens for me” — a new life mantra

• Learning that healing means helping someone else

• Why every low point can become the beginning of purpose

If you’re struggling: In the U.S., call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

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men’s mental health, childhood trauma, loneliness, isolation, bullying, healing trauma, depression recovery, emotional growth, forgiveness, self-awareness, purpose, overcoming abuse, suicide prevention, resilience, vulnerability for men, masculinity, spiritual awakening, manhood, personal growth, emotional intelligence, Manalizing podcast, Wes, Garth Haslem

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