The Rebuild Podcast

The Rebuild Podcast

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  • Being a Bad Person Made Me Good | Ep 12

    In this more personal episode I discuss:

    - The mindset shift that unlocked my mental healing

    - The story behind my 2nd Tattoo

    - My experience with Christianity

    - How being "good" kept me stuck

    - Comments on alcohol, cigarettes, the club, and more

    - How I approach hardships 

    To reach out with questions, comments, or conversation, email [email protected]. 
    If you enjoyed this episode please like & subscribe - it helps grow the podcast! 

    29 min
  • Most Men Live From The Neck Up | Ep 11

    In this episode we cover:

    - The childhood pattern that initiates men out of their bodies.

    - What happens when men never spend time "inside" themselves.

    - What "living out of your head" sounds like.

    - 3 ways to start getting back in touch with your body as a man

    This podcast will be a resource in the upcoming "Emotional Education" curriculum that will be free for any man looking to unlearn emotional repression. 

    Follow along for future announcements and updates! 
    Email me at [email protected] for questions, comments, and support, or schedule an appointment with me here. 

    22 min
  • The Real Reason Your Relationship Isn't Working | Ep 10

    In this episode we discuss:

    • Why relationships feel magical at first, then mechanical
    • How resentment forms
    • Why your brain decides who to get close to, and who to pull away from
    • The hidden danger of expecting too much from one person
    • How trauma makes you attracted to what harms you
    • What to do if you keep saying "I shouldn't have to tell them, they should just know."
    • A simple framework to diagnose ALL your relationships
    • If after listening to this episode you'd like some personal coaching to get to where you are fully accountable in your relationships and getting your needs met, schedule an appointment with me here. 

      For any other comments, questions, or feedback, email [email protected]. 

      24 min
    • Reclaiming Self-Esteem & Energy As a Man | Ep 9

      This 16 minute episode contains everything most dudes need to know about boundaries. In it we cover 2 main things:

      - What is a boundary?

      - How do I set boundaries?

      By the end of listening you will have a KILLER tool in your toolbox to begin reclaiming your confidence and your energy. 
      Men that don't have boundaries get overused and end up burned out, exhausted, and numb. 
      Learning this ONE THING can begin to change everything. 
      To join the next cohort of The Rebuild Group Coaching Program, email me at [email protected]

       

      Or schedule a free call with me here. 

      17 min
    • Not All Pain Makes You Strong (Most Men Miss This) | Ep 8

      Men are taught a dangerous lie about pain.

      That if something hurts, you should just push through it.

      That enduring pain makes you strong.

      That quitting, resting, or listening is weakness.

      But if that were true, the men carrying the most pain would be the strongest men alive.

      They’re not.

      In this episode, we break down why most men are exhausted, burned out, disconnected, and quietly falling apart, not because they avoid pain, but because they endure the wrong kind of pain.

      Pain isn’t a badge of honor.

      It’s a messenger.

      And if you don’t know how to interpret it, it will slowly ruin your life.

      In this episode, we cover:

      • The two types of pain every man must learn to distinguish

      • Why “pushing through it” often leads to burnout, depression, and numbness

      • How growing pain strengthens you, and how injury pain weakens you

      • Why shame, neglect, and oppression never lead to growth

      • The difference between blind discipline and informed discipline

      • How men confuse toughness with self-abandonment

      • Why monk mode, isolation, and constant proving often backfire

      • How to rebuild a wiser, healthier relationship with pain

        This episode is for men who feel tired, stuck, or disconnected, and can’t figure out why all their effort isn’t paying off.

        If you want help learning how to reconnect with yourself and your emotions in order to build a life that you love...

        You can reach me directly at:

        If this episode helped you, consider sharing it with a man who’s quietly carrying more than he should.

        16 min
      • I Went Viral Talking About Burnout...Then Burned Out | Ep 7

        Last year, I went viral talking about burnout in men.

        Then I burned out myself.

        In this episode, I share the honest story of how chasing growth, algorithms, and people-pleasing slowly pulled me away from myself, and what burnout forced me to change.

        In this episode, I talk about:

        • How building my business the “right” way led me straight into burnout

        • Why burnout isn’t a personal failure, but a signal that something needs to change

        • The moment I stopped posting overnight and listened to my body

        • How learning to trust my body shortened burnout from months to weeks

        • The difference between creating from vanity vs. creating from humanity

        • Who I’m no longer willing to serve moving into 2026, and why

        • Why real change doesn’t come from quick fixes or constant stimulation

          If you’re exhausted, discouraged, or quietly thinking about quitting everything, this episode is for you.

          If you’re interested in joining one of my group coaching containers, you’re welcome to reach out directly.

          📩 Or book a free call here.

          17 min
        • I’ve Been Hiding – Here’s What I’m Changing | Ep 6

          For a long time, I’ve been hiding.

          I didn't realize it, but as I reflected on this year I've realized that I don't really show any of my own journey - my struggles, my wins, my losses. 

          This episode marks a shift.

          I talk about what I think is actually valuable in a life coach or therapist, as well as my personal formula for living a fulfilling, and imperfect, life. 

          In this episode, I explore:

          • Why shame makes life so much harder than it needs to be

          • What actually makes someone worth listening to

          • Why avoiding mistakes keeps men stuck for years

          • How learning to hate yourself less changes everything

            I’m not here because I have life figured out.

            I’m here because I’ve learned how to live in a way that’s less painful, more honest, and more sustainable.

            This is me showing up with less polish and more truth. Mistakes included.

            If this resonates and you want to talk, you can:

            • Set up a quick call
            • Follow me on instagram.
            • I hope to connect soon. 

              Nate

              20 min
            • Male Exhaustion Explained & Solved In 10 Minutes | Ep 5

              In this episode we dissect where all you're energy & focus are going, leaving you totally exhausted all the time, AND discuss a roadmap for how to start to feel alive again. If you're struggling with burnout, this 10 minute episode can turn the lights on for you and get you on back on the path to aliveness. 

              I'm currently assembling the last men's group of the year - the December cohort launches one week. If you're interested in joining the Rebuild Group Coaching Program, email me at [email protected] or DM me the word GROUP on instagram.

              If you're needing some extra guidance this week, click here for a free strategy call where we'll dive deep into where you're at and map out some clear next steps to get you where you want to be. 

              12 min
            • The Number One Tool For Overcoming Your Inner Critic | Ep 4

              In this episode we dive into the concept of delusional, non-real thinking and how it's ruining the way you see yourself, your relationships, and more. At the end I give a practical exercise to begin to make your brain user-friendly and overcome the inner critic. 

              I'm currently assembling the last men's group of the year - the December cohort launches in just a few weeks. If you're interested in joining the Rebuild Group Coaching Program, email me at [email protected] or DM me the word GROUP on instagram. 

              If you're needing some extra guidance this week, click here for a free strategy call where we'll dive deep into where you're at and map out some clear next steps to get you where you want to be. 

               

              23 min

            About The Rebuild Podcast

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            The Rebuild is a mental-health-oriented podcast about choosing yourself and rebuilding a life you actually love, hosted by Nate Johansen, a wannabe therapist with 3,000+ hours of coaching experience.