What if the shame you've been carrying isn't yours to hold?

In this episode of the Triangle Theory podcast, we’re joined by a relationship coach and conscious masculinity mentor, Sam Gibbs Morris, as we unpack the emotional weight of shame, the healing process, and what it means to embody healthy masculinity in the modern world.

Topics We Cover:

- Escaping the prison of self-shame

- Healing childhood wounds and ancestral trauma

- Creating safety in relationships as men

- Balancing strength and softness in masculinity

- Ayahuasca, edge hunting, and spiritual growth

Sam shares personal stories, insights from men’s coaching, and tools for transforming pain into purpose.

In this episode, we discussed:

00:00 - Intro

02:28 - Living in a Self-Made Prison: The Edges of Shame

07:14 - The Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing

10:47 - The Impact of Early Life Experiences on Adult Behaviour

16:57 - Recognising the Need for Self-Saving

20:51 - Rebuilding Trust and Understanding Love

24:36 - Transcending Edges: A New Perspective on Growth

26:46 - Edge Hunting: Practical Steps for Men

30:39 - The Fixing Instinct: Understanding Male Responses

33:01 - The Importance of Staying Power in Relationships

36:42 - Creating Safe Spaces for Communication

38:50 - Navigating Modern Masculinity and Overwhelm

42:49 - Finding One's Truth and Identity

46:26 - Defining a Real Man: Truth and Integrity

50:26 - The Role of Accountability in Personal Growth

55:10 - Balancing Strength and Softness in Masculinity

01:02:05 - The Warrior and the Poet: Balancing Masculine Energies

01:06:09 - Understanding Karmic Debt and Ancestral Patterns

01:10:46 - Lessons from Ayahuasca Retreats: Healing Shame and Trauma

01:25:34 - Transformations in Men's Coaching: Rediscovering the Divine Masculine

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