There are too many blokes who are way too hard on themselves. In this episode I’m going to break down the myth that self-compassion is soft, weak, self pity or even selfish. If this episode raises your interest to work on Self Compassion and you need get some counselling support Howard is available for consultations […]

Why would you want to sit with uncomfortable feelings? A reasonable question! In this latest conversation Ryan and Howard discuss: This episode delves into the complexities of men’s emotional experiences. Through personal anecdotes, we emphasise the importance of recognising and addressing emotions rather than avoiding them, highlighting how communication and emotional awareness can improve mental […]

In this engaging and thought provoking conversation, the first co-hosted Man Talk episode,  Howard and Ryan unpack what Men’s Work is all about.  They share some of their experiences of Men’s Groups and broader themes of Men’s Work today including: Resources: Books Blogs The Man Talk Blog: Offers insights and tips on relationships, emotional well-being, […]

If you push down your feelings and tell yourself to ‘man up,’ ‘she’ll be right’ and keep going on with life,  what happens?  Bottling your emotions will make you more confused, more frustrated,  disconnected from your partner, your kids, your friends, yourself!  Despite telling yourself you’re fine, this internalising leaves you carrying the weight of […]

If communication is the foundation of connection how come relationships can feel distant, strained and disconnected? What are you not talking about with your partner? You know those times when: In this episode we discuss how you can change this, have better conversations and deepen the connection in your relationship Do you want to learn […]

Do you get distracted? What kind of distractions get in the way of the kind of relationship you want? Do u ever feel: These are some of the consequences of distraction and a lack of presence…. the cornerstone of the connection u create with the love of your life! In this episode we unpack : […]

Barriers to Communication – What does this actually mean? How aware are you of what gets in the way of communicating effectively? Why can it sometimes be so difficult to communicate in a relationship? In this episode we’ll explore: And, most importantly, how to overcome them. You will get 4 actionable steps you can start […]

As you strive to create a fulfilling and meaningful life it’s likely you may occasionally get in your own way! You know those seemingly invisible chains that hold you back from reaching your full potential, in relationships, in your career, personal growth, in your health and fitness, and overall well-being. Most of us have limiting […]