The state of masculinity is undergoing massive changes, and it’s affecting us all. Today’s guest, Jake Woodard, has faced dark circumstances and grew from them to become a heart centered and responsible man. His work is now dedicated to helping others find their way to the light. We learn about the power of a good cry, how to de-armor our hearts, and why feeling our feelings is vital to emotional health. Remember, almost all of the work we talk about on the podcast needs brotherhood or a space holder, whether that be virtual or physical. If you need help finding support, check the links below!
Show Notes:
- Courage Embodied – Showing up vulnerably and sharing our truth
- Why we develop a layer of armor around our hearts
- If you are not able to allow yourself to be perceived as weak, then you will never be strong.
- The subtle difference between experiencing depression and BEING depressed
- Repressing sadness will lead to greater pain later on.
- Which one will you choose – the need to be right or the desire to anchor love?
- Spending any significant amount of time with your family reveals how “woke” you truly are.
- If you don’t know how to let down your armor, you’ll learn by witnessing others.
- The forgotten gifts of breathing and crying
- By feeling our feelings, we teach others that IT IS OKAY.
- No one is going to clap for you after every single positive decision you make
- If a father doesn’t slay his dragons, the challenge falls to his son.
Connect with Jake:
Awake With Jake Show – Jake’s podcast which is available on all the usual podcasting locations
Jakewoodard.com for info on retreats, coaching, and link to purchase his book!