Mental Health And Men's Health With Hearts Wide Open

Have you ever consciously or subconsciously talked about a past event using third person language? This can mean different things like creating distance to our past self because it doesn't serve us anymore or we evolved from this person. Take a moment and think about it. Why am I using third person language here?

We also talk about s*xual abuse on men and that if it happens to a man, it can challenge us in our manhood. "I don't wanna be the guy that this happened to"

These are exactly the type of things we want to open up about, talk about and share with the world on this podcast. The uncomfortable topics. This happens to men too and we should talk about it and once we did, there is a high chance that we'll feel lighter, relieved and more connected as we open up the door for others to share with us too.

You're not alone. Share your story with us too, if you feel the calling like we did <3

Stay in the topic and check out another episode? Listen to #19 The Impact Of P*rn On Men & Evolving To Who I Really Am - We Had Coffee With An Award-Winning Barista

Want to join our online men's circle? You can put yourself on the waiting list, by getting in touch with us (see below). We're launching soon!

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We invited Jaideep to the pod and the conversation that unfolded left us speechless 🤯

Jaideep is an award-winning barista at Wide Awake Coffee in Brussels by day, but he is so much more than that and you can witness this in his thoughts about a wide range of topics related to men's health. He's been working on evolving and becoming his best self a lot over the past decade and it shows.

Join us on this episode as we dive deep into topics of evolving oneself or reinventing yourself and what that implies. We look at both the positive as well as the darker aspects of this never-ending process.

Halfway through the epsiode Jaideep serves us some specialty coffee from Wide Awake Coffee in Brussels and explains his love for the craft of making coffee as well as similarities he sees with evolving himself.

We also touch on the topic of performance anxiety with friends, family, in social situations or at work and what it feels like when you're playing a role that's not truly you. When and why do we do this? Does playing a role gain us anything? What do we have to lose?

Not enough? Wondering why this has become our longest episode thus far? Well hold my drink:

We also discuss a topic that's barely talked about in men's health and that's p*rn! Make sure to stay until the end to get the most out of it. What is Jaideep's story with this topic? How does it impact men and how can you stop?

Lastly we engage in a bit of a unstructured rant on what it means to be "cool" vs. secure.

You can't miss this one!

Stay in the topic and check out another episode? Listen to #12 Authentic Self-Expression: Why Does It Matter? How Can We Express Ourselves Authentically? where we talk more about being authentic and self-expression.

Want to join our online men's circle? You can put yourself on the waiting list, by getting in touch with us (see below). We're launching soon!

Check out Jaideep & Wide Awake Coffee Brussels:

@jaideology

wideawake.coffee

The Spice Within Podcast

Have a question, a guest in mind who should be on our podcast or a topic that you think we should cover related to men's mental health?

Grab a pen and paper and join us on this episode, where we dive into the power of journaling.

We begin the episode with some general chit chat between men, exchanging ideas and thought and our reflections on how the journey has been for Hearts Wide Open:

From starting our first podcast 6 months ago, to regularly releasing better and better episodes for a growing audience of men who want to embrace themselves and live more authentically.

Halfway into it, we invite you to join us on the creative writing exercise that helps us visit our younger selves through creative storytelling. If you don't have a pen and paper, feel free to use a note on your phone. Feel free to share your story with us via voice message (see below) or in text.

Want to join our online men's circle? You can put yourself on the waiting list by getting in touch with us (see below). We're launching soon!

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On this episode we talk with Leon who's currently in training to become a neo-emotional release facilitator. Dennis and Leon met on a retreat last summer where they instantly connected as "tent buddies" in the camp.

Leon's energy and capacity to hold space for people and their emotions is inspiring. Together we were able to go deep into our own emotions and experience what emotional release can feel like. Yes you heard right, we did this live on this episode! This episode felt almost like a small men's circle.

We also discuss the differences between mind and emotion, as well as the difference between feeling and releasing emotions.

Join us in this space of safety where emotions are welcome to flow and witness as we dive deeper into working with our bodies and emotions.

This episode links nicely to the episode we did on Trauma:

#15 Help! I Think I'm Traumatized - What Is Trauma, Where Does Trauma Come From And How Can I Cope? Conversation With A Traumatherapist

Make sure to also check this one out, if you haven't yet.

Want to join our online men's circle? You can put yourself on the waiting list, by getting in touch with us (see below). We're launching soon!

Check out Leon and his work:

@leon.methner

⁠leonmethner.com⁠

⁠Inner Fire Podcast⁠

Have a question, a guest in mind who should be on our podcast or a topic that you think we should cover related to men's mental health?

Have you ever asked yourself whether we may all carry some sort of trauma with us? How do I know whether I have trauma? What is trauma and where does it come from? We'll dive into this and more with Tamara who is a Corporate Health Manager and Traumatherapist in training.

Soroosh and Dennis met Tamara this past summer whilst on their trip to Portugal, check out the full episode about their trip here:

#10 What Surfer Mentality Can Teach Us On Being In The Moment - Going On A Conscious Vacation

As Tamara was visiting Amsterdam, Dennis grabbed the opportunity to invite her to the Hearts Wide Open Studio for an interview.

Tamara shares her views on the importance of mental health, men's mental health and the role she thinks women have to play with regards to men's health.

The conversation also goes deeper into topics surrounding trauma: The different origins of trauma and a healthy approach to look at and start dealing with traumata.

As always, we share personal experiences from our own lifes, so make sure to tune in!

Follow and get in touch with Tamara via her Instagram channel @__tamaruh

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This episode is perfect for you, if you're with family for the holidays and experiencing some sort of struggle or anxiety about it.

In this epsiode Dennis interviews one of his oldest and best friends Jakob. Jakob is also a world traveler, journalist, political scientist, activist and so much more.

Tune into this one as the two friends are having a conversation from the heart. They talk about Jakob's research, psychology myths and share valuable insights, experiences and more from their own lifes, when it comes to surviving the holidays at home with family.

Have a question, a guest in mind who should be on our podcast or a topic that you think we should cover related to men's mental health?

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Jakob's research at the University of Vienna

Want to reach out to Jakob? Simply get in touch with us and we'll sort you out.

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In this episode, podcast host Dennis interviews Enes who he's met at the Men's Retreat this summer.

#04 What Happens At A Men's Retreat?

Join us, as Enes shares about his ongoing journey with self-worth, self-love and self-acceptance.

The two discuss Enes' current training and focus in Spain, as he shares some valuable insights on changing his environment to create focus for a specific goal.

Enes is a voice actor, yoga teacher, retreat cook, handstand practitioner, aspiring coach and also a fellow podcaster. With his podcast "Gesunde Gedanken" (Healthy Thoughts) where he shares valuable tips and tools from his life and interviews interesting guests.

Have a question, a guest in mind who should be on our podcast or a topic that you think we should cover related to men's mental health?

Send us a voice message on Spotify, DM us via our Instagram ⁠⁠@hearts_wide_open_podcast⁠⁠ or simply mail us at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

Gesunde Gedanken Podcast

@enes_motion

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Join us for a deep dive into the world of self-expression.

In this episode, Dennis and Soroosh explore the reasons behind expressing ourselves and share real-life examples of the different ways they personally like to express who they are and how they experience this. From verbal communication to ecstatic dance, discover the many dimensions of self-expression.

As the conversation unfolds, we unravel the profound benefits of embracing authenticity in self-expression. What happens when we stifle our true selves, and what can the consequences of not expressing ourselves at all be? Tune in for a thought-provoking exploration of the power of expressing your authentic self.

Have a question, a guest in mind who should be on our podcast or a topic that you think we should cover related to men's mental health?

Send us a voice message on Spotify (see below), DM us via our Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@hearts_wide_open_podcast⁠⁠⁠ or simply mail us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠

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This episode is special! Why? Because it's Movember? Because it's number 11?

Yes, but also: Soroosh challenged himself last week! He's never been a "runner", but now he calls himself one! Why? How?

That's exactly what we'll be discussing in this episode.

Join us as Dennis interviews Soroosh on running the Haarlem Urban Trail, the why behind his decision to run, his preparation, and the pivotal role running plays in mental health.

They discuss the highs, lows, and unexpected challenges during the run, from the impact of rain to the uplifting cheers of spectators.

Explore Soroosh's mental and physical journey throughout the race, the moments of realization, and the stages that unfolded.

This episode is a testament to the power of running as a tool for mental resilience and the unexpected triumphs that emerge when we push our limits.

Tune in for a captivating discussion that goes beyond the finish line, capturing the essence of determination, challenges, and the mental fortitude that running brings.

Make sure to also check out #09 How Far Can You Push Yourself? - On The Power Of Running As A Tool To Cope With Mental Health With Anil Toraty

The Movember Campaign we mention on the Episode has ended, but you can check out our progress on our ⁠Movember page⁠! With the support of our listeners, we were able to exceed our goal of raising 250 EUR for men's mental health! We also hosted a men's circle and ran 100km throughout November to raise awareness for men's health.

Have a question, a guest in mind who should be on our podcast or a topic that you think we should cover related to men's mental health?

Send us a voice message on Spotify (see below), DM us via our Instagram ⁠⁠@hearts_wide_open_podcast⁠⁠ or simply mail us at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

If you're enjoying the podcast, your 5-star review really helps us amplify the voice for men's health and motivates us to lead by example in showing that men can open up space where it's okay to be vulnerable and authentic.