The Mr. Therapist Podcast

In this episode of The Mr. Therapist Podcast, Manny Romero explores one of the most important questions a man can ask:
👉 “How can I show up better?”

We dive into the fine line between healthy responsibility and codependence—what it means to take ownership in your marriage, your parenting, and your leadership without sacrificing your own needs or losing yourself in the process.

Using real reflections from his own life, Manny breaks down:

• The dangers of black-and-white thinking in shame cycles
• How resentment builds when we avoid responsibility in relationships
• Why protecting your boundaries actually makes you a stronger husband, father, and leader
• The difference between serving your family and people-pleasing
• How to apply responsibility not just in relationships, but in your goals, your work, and even how you model behavior for your kids in a digital world

This episode also reflects on the fragility of life after the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk, challenging us to honor the time we have by showing up with purpose, love, and legacy for our families.

Whether you’re a husband, father, entrepreneur, or leader, this episode will help you reframe responsibility as a tool for strength—not shame.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Strong men protect their boundaries so they can serve from strength.
• Taking ownership opens the door for real change—blame keeps you stuck.
• Asking “How can I show up better?” daily can transform your marriage, parenting, and leadership.
• Legacy is built one intentional choice at a time.

📌 Connect with Manny

• 📧 Email: [email protected]
• 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: [Mr. Therapist Podcast]
• 📱 Follow on Instagram: @mrtherapistmft

In this episode of The Mr. Therapist Podcast, host Manny Romero, LMFT gets real about the “S-word” — shame.

Manny unpacks how shame often shows up as the belief “I’m not good enough” and how these hidden shame cycles can affect fathers, husbands, and leaders in every area of life — from relationships to parenting to business. He shares personal stories, generational insights, and practical tools for recognizing, challenging, and rewriting the lies we tell ourselves.

You’ll learn:

• What shame cycles are and how to recognize when you’re in one
• How generational messages of “not enough” get passed down — and how to stop the cycle
• Practical tools to break free from shame, including writing it out, challenging lies with truth, and building a new messaging system for yourself
• Why leading your family well means healing yourself first

Plus, Manny talks about football season, family culture, and the balance between passions and presence at home.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re not smart enough, not worthy enough, or just not “enough,” this episode will remind you that you’re not alone — and you don’t have to stay stuck.

Have questions or want to share your own story? Email Manny at [email protected]

In this episode of the Mr. Therapist Podcast, Manny Romero discusses the importance of mental health and personal growth for men, especially in the context of relationships. He emphasizes that while this podcast provides insights, it is not a substitute for professional therapy.

The conversation explores the complexities of conflict in relationships, focusing on the root issues that often drive repeated arguments—such as feeling misunderstood, disrespected, or neglected. Manny introduces active listening as a powerful tool for breaking these cycles and creating healthier communication.

What is Active Listening?
Active listening means putting aside your own agenda to truly understand your partner’s perspective. It involves:

• Putting your stuff aside and giving undivided attention

• Saying things like “Tell me more,” “What else?” “Tell me everything”

• Rephrasing what they said and asking if that’s what they meant (seeking to understand)

• Summarizing their point of view and perspective

• Apologizing for not understanding or for the pain you caused

• Asking for feedback: “What can I do differently next time?”

Notice—nowhere in this process are your own issues, complaints, or emotions front and center. That doesn’t mean they won’t ever be addressed, but the first step is to create a safe space where your partner feels heard.

By practicing active listening, couples can shift the dynamics of their arguments, build emotional awareness, and work toward resolution rather than repetition.
If you found this episode helpful, share it with a friend or partner who could benefit from stronger communication skills. And if you have questions or topics you’d like me to cover, send them directly to [email protected]

In this episode, we talk about why so many men feel disconnected, depressed, and unsure of how to lead at home.

You’ll hear why this podcast exists and how men can start showing up with emotional strength, clarity, and purpose — as husbands, fathers, and leaders.

If you’ve been silently struggling with your role as a man or partner, this is for you.

Let’s talk about mental health for men, breaking cycles, and building legacy — because you were built for more.

Mr. Therapist discusses the secret weapon that helped him overcome those moments in his relationship where there was something wrong but his partner had a tough time identifying what was wrong. When this happens you usually experience a change in your partners "energy", they give you short one-word answer, and are a bit more cold to you, but when you ask what is wrong they say "Nothing". 

Mr. Therapist talks about how he discovered a way to overcome these moments at a Sales Workshop he attended! Listen to this amazing story and take notes on how you can use this secret weapon for your relationship!

In this special edition Mr. Therapist talks with his good friend and chiropractor Dr. Kahnaki on mindset and how to do things that scare you to improve your quality of life and your relationships. Dr. Kahnaki practices in Mission Viejo, CA. Look him up by googling "Cloud Chiropractic". 

Mr. Therapist discusses the reason he created this podcast. Who this is for and who its not for. And he tells you where to really start if you are on board with creating EXTRAORDINARY relationships! 

Manny Romero discusses why Relationships are important to work on. How it affects people personally in terms of confidence and self-esteem. He talks about his first experience in therapy, and a very crucial moment that changed EVERYTHING for him!

In the introduction of this video, Manny explores conversations that can shift the perspective in therapy from a negative focused conversation to a more positive one. Manny also encourages people to check-in with themselves to improve their emotional and mental well-being.   Manny gets into detail on Time-Outs for relationships as a different way to check-in with yourself and a great way to begin changing patterns in your relationships.

Manny talks about the foundation of mental health and emotional well-being is your relationship with yourself. He provides some exercises that could help you begin to assess your relationship with yourself and how to begin nurturing a better self-relationship.