In this episode Mike and Jen talk about their concerns regarding the prevalence of violence against women.

Working with elite male sport teams and coaches in the NRL, Mike is deeply committed to healthy and respectful work environments. He believes that it is time for all good men to stand together to help every man regain their pride and sense of self.

Jennifer mentions a quote from CEO of the City of Greater Geelong Ali Wastie regarding sexual harassment. Ms Wastie said, "It has been my experience that men who sexually harass women do so to boost their fragile egos and manage their own insecurities."

Mike agrees with this sentiment. He suggests that men need to be responsible for each other through his idea of 'Mate Check, Colleague Check & Stranger Check'.

Ministry of Self is a podcast where strategist Jennifer Cromarty and emotional intelligence practitioner Mike Martin talk about the importance of understanding the self, how others influence who you are and why our emotions drive everything.

"We believe that it is for all of us to think about who we really are or what we can become if we are emotionally strong and fulfilled. The gifts accorded us such as creativity, skills, beliefs, and strength are all much more enhanced when linked to our healthy emotions," Mike & Jen