The Modern Masculine™

Mentoring Men is a registered Australian charity providing free life mentoring programs for adult men in the community.  The brain child of Ian Westmoreland who had the idea to provide a service to  to help adult men experiencing distress.  
When Ian found himself at a crossroads, he was unable to find a place to connect to other men for mentoring  or a new sense of direction.  This set him on a mission to create this incredible free one on one “life” mentoring service, providing valuable, solid assistance to help men to adjust and transition through difficult times to a better and normal quality of life.

Joining the conversation is Shay Hare, a mentor at the non-profit organisation and the inspiring creator of The 25twoZERO Movement.  Shay himself faced a huge shift in his own life and was moved to take action after the suicide of a co-worker.After a period of hard questions and seeking his own truth through vulnerability,  Shay set up the 25twoZERO Movement and has set himself the goal to run 2,520 km this year. Each kilometre ran will represent every male that loses their battle each year.  Shay’s campaign goal is to increase awareness, change the way males talk about their mental health and raise funds to help reduce the number of men in crisis from over 2,500 to ZERO.
It is my pleasure to hold this conversation with these 2 inspiring men, providing such valuable services for men in distress.
You can find them here:
https://mentoringmen.org.au/
https://www.25twozero.org.au/

 

If you have a family member suffering from depression and you are worried, or friends you know are not doing so well, this chat with Jamie Gray is a must listen.  
Jamie's candid discussion around suicide and mental health is both personal and moving, after the loss of a close friend 4 years ago,  Jamie and his community was devastated to think they didn't have the skills to help him.  
So over the last few years Jamie has immersed himself in the Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Spaces to find out what we really should know about this important social crisis and indeed - How do we help someone who is suffering with mental health issues?
 Jamie is currently working on an education program titled Scratch the Surface, shining a light on these important topics, hoping to reach as many people as he can to help them understand and maybe, hopefully, save a life.  

It is such a pleasure to share with you the wisdom of Henry Johnstone.  Henry is a Rapid Change Therapist from the UK, who overcame a 15 year journey of alcohol addiction which almost took his life.  Sobering up after 15 years he underwent an amazing transformation into the man he is today.  
Henry's incredible ability to share and his deep and moving insights into the role of the hero and "being manly" are such food for thought.   
When Henry shares his view on hope during this episode, it felt profound.  His gentle advice and deep non-judgemental compassion is really something to hear, he is certainly an inspiration.

Henry can be reached through the link below:
https://www.henryjohnstone.uk/

This week I chat to Mark Guay, an amazing Performance & Meditation Coach from San Diego, California. 

Mark's incredible ability to bring meditation into the everyday is inspiring.  Connecting the dots between performing at your best and focusing the mind, Mark discusses the raw truth of how to create a more mindful response to life.  Sharing his extensive knowledge and experience with such ease, he removes the mystique and false impression of what meditation needs to look like.⁠ 

Ending this episode with a short, powerful mediation for listeners to try, it's easy to see why Mark is a popular contributor to the Global App "Insight Timer".  ⁠I absolutely loved this conversation, it's was really fun to hear Mark's clear and realistic approach to this beneficial practice, look him up, he's amazing!⁠ 

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In this episode I am thrilled to share the wisdom and experience of Andrew Lines, the amazing mind and creator behind "The Rite Journey", an incredible resource offered to schools to "Transform Todays Teens".  

Andrew discusses some of the many issues faced by parents, acknowledging the immense impact of the internet, social media and the difference this has made to what our children face on a day to day basis.  Andrew chats about how his program addresses the communication between girls and boys, how to embrace important conversations and discuss emotions, how to talk about the "uncomfortable" things and how to connect in a world bombarded by screens.

Established in 1997, Andrew's mission has never been more needed than it is today.  The Rite Journey provides unique educational programs in schools and organisations designed to support the development of self-aware, responsible, respectful, resilient and resourceful adults.

It is my pleasure to have had this conversation, I so enjoyed it and I am sure you will too.

https://theritejourney.com

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During the 1960s and 1970s, a notorious paedophile ring preyed on children in the regional Victorian city of Ballarat, my guest today, Peter Blenkiron was abused by one of these Christian Brothers when he was 11 years old.

In this conversation we chat about the affects not just on Peter, but on the community as a whole.  Ballarat has an increased suicide rate of 30% over the rest of Australia and unfortunately the news that another man has taken their life is way too familiar.  This conversation is grounded, honest and moving.  Honouring the depth of mental health and the traits that can cover it, Peter shares how it was nearly 30 years before he allowed the truth to come forward and how it felt when many many others came bravely forward to share the truth that it had happened to them too.
Peter became the voice of his community during the Royal Commission, even flying over to Rome to stand on the steps of the Vatican to be heard and seek justice.  Much love to this community.

Should you feel affected either by this podcast or any other challenges at this time, please reach out knowing that you matter.

Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14

Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636

Mensline: 1300 78 99 78

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Daniel Hayes is a Real Estate success story, his successful business HayesWinckle is a testament to the tireless hours and energy he invested - but to what cost?  In this revealing chat Daniel talks about what it's like to "play a big game" his wins his loses and of course the grief when the losses are personal.

Daniels latest passion is his YouTube Channel "Million Dollar Bogan".  After finding solace and joy in long haul motorbike riding, he began to vlog his experiences on some of the most enduring and risky trips.  During this process, he unravels how he feels and shares that in a vulnerable and real way that is an important step in allowing others to do the same.  

Making a decision to "Live in his own skin" without any distractions or addictions, this chat highlights what that really looks and feels like when the  Ferrari no longer makes you feel good.

Here's the link to Daniels YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQP8xYYN_pPF5Jfd4vB534A

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Rod Gordon brings such deep knowledge to the table in this candid chat, I would encourage EVERYONE, man or woman to listen to his insightful advice on how to build and consistently deepen a long lasting and fulfilling intimate relationship.  

Rod takes us on a journey to understand how we can be both present and available for our partner while staying true to our own emotional needs.  Explaining the key qualities and clearly pointing out specific tools that can be used in this space, Rod really does give us a modern road map into the possibility of a partnership that assists each of us to blossom within it.

I was so inspired and enlightened by Rod in this interview, I look forward to having his expertise on The Modern Masculine again soon.

https://rodgordon.com/ - Intimacy and Embodiment Coach

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Kenny’s incredible life journey has taken him from refugee camps, through overcoming OCD and mental health issues, to working with Mother Teresa and taking part in danger sports all over the world. Turning around his own traumas and dramas has enabled him to meet men where they are and facilitate life-changing shifts in perspective and life.

Passionate to make space for the voices of men to be heard, by self and others, towards a more authentic, loving, conscious and sharing world, Kenny is “The Man Whisperer" (Newsweek) and helps men achieve their life, relationship and career goals.  Founder of MenSpeak men's groups, Kenny facilitates workshops, works privately with individuals and partners, has held men’s groups for seventeen years and trains men, women, therapists, coaches - anyone who wants to communicate better with men, to hold safe, conscious spaces to allow men to be heard and turn around their lives.

Try Kenny's Personal Discovery Questionaire - at this link: https://www.kennydcruz.com/work-with-me/

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