The Toxic Myths Holding Men Back: Breaking Free from 'Alpha Bro' Beliefs

Toxic masculinity doesn't just hurt others—it holds men back from living fully and authentically. Breakthrough coach Bryan May joins to dismantle the rigid "alpha bro" mindset and the cultural programming that teaches men to disconnect from their emotions. From surviving profound personal loss to leading men through spiritual healing and emotional reprogramming, Bryan shares hard-won insights on healing, vulnerability, and transformation. Learn how real strength comes from courage, awareness, and the willingness to drop the outdated beliefs that no longer serve.

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: The Toxic Myths Holding Men Back: Breaking Free from 'Alpha Bro' Beliefs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9S_Y1PryeA&list=PL7judgDzhkAWmfyB5r5WgFD6ahombBvoh

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT THINGS LIKE:

• Why toxic masculinity is a form of emotional protection
• How men can release rigid "alpha bro" programming
• The psychology behind limiting beliefs and inherited trauma
• Why healing starts with unwiring, not just rewiring
• The spiritual and practical power of somatic healing
• How grief can become a gateway to growth and clarity
• Reframing confidence as the result of courage and repetition
• What internal family systems and timeline therapy reveal about patterns
• The myth of “manifesting” without grounded action
• The importance of showing up as your authentic self

SOME QUESTIONS IRENE ASKS BRYAN:

• What was the unexpected and heartbreaking turn your life took when you lost your beloved wife?
• What were the self-improvement and healing modalities you explored that led you to healing and purpose?
• Tell us about this ‘alpha bro’ mindset. How do you help men overcome it?
• How do you combine coaching with metaphysical practices to assist your male clients to become the most authentic version of themselves?
• Can you give us an example of someone you’ve worked with whose life was transformed by learning to overcome rigid “alpha bro” mindsets?
• How do you help men to reframe their life’s difficulties, to turn adversity into opportunity?
• What types of tools and guidance do you provide to help men make lasting, meaningful change in their lives?

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