Episode 191: Reinventing Masculinity For Greater Happiness

<p>In a recent FiveThirtyEight poll, 60 percent of men surveyed said society puts pressure on men to behave in a way that is unhealthy or bad. Men account for 80 percent of suicides in the United States, and 3 in 10 men have suffered from depression. Ed Adams and Ed Frauenheim say a big part of the problem is a model of masculinity that's become outmoded and even dangerous, to both men and women.<br /><br />The conventional notion of what it means to be a man--what Adams and Frauenheim call "Confined Masculinity"--traps men in an emotional straitjacket; steers them toward selfishness, misogyny, and violence; and severely limits their possibilities. As an antidote, they propose a new paradigm: Liberating Masculinity. It builds on traditional masculine roles like the protector and provider, expanding men's options to include caring, collaboration, emotional expressivity, an inclusive spirit, and environmental stewardship.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Some of the topics covered in this one:</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>A better definition of masculinity to better serve men and women<br /><br /></p><p>Better ways to show up a man<br /><br /></p><p>The top commonalities among great leaders<br /><br /></p><p>The future direction of masculinity <br /><br /></p><p>Surviving growing up as a male in society</p><p><br /></p><p>The damage done to young men growing up in the Man Box</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>About My Esteemed Guest, Ed Frauenheim:</strong></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Ed Frauenheim</strong> was senior director of content at Great Place to Work--the research organization behind <em>Fortune</em>'s "100 Best Companies to Work For" list. He has written or cowritten articles for <em>Fortune, Inc.</em>, and <em>Wired </em>and is the coauthor of three books.</p><p><br /></p><p>Ed Frauenheim has wrestled with what it means to be a man for four decades. In his personal and professional lives. As a young man, an adult, a father. As an observer of the best workplaces in the world. As cofounder of a group trying to reinvent organizations.<br /><br /></p><p>The traditional male obsessions with winning, with brute strength, with becoming king of the corporate hill haunted Ed for much of his life. But through personal reflection, mindful practices, and plenty of help, he has come to redefine as worthy traits like emotional sensitivity, exuberance, and camaraderie. He’s living a fuller life as a result.<br /><br /></p><p>Ed has cowritten three other books, including A Great Place to Work for All: Better for Business, Better for People, Better for the World. In that book and other content, Ed has explored how our more-complex, interconnected economy is calling on men to break free of a narrow version of masculinity. <br /><br /></p><p><br /><br /></p><p><br /><br /><br />If you like what you've heard at The Evolved Caveman podcast, support us by subscribing, leaving reviews on Apple podcasts. Every review helps to get the message out! Please share the podcast with friends and colleagues.<br /><br /></p><p>Follow Dr. John Schinnerer on<br /><br /></p><p>| Instagram |<a href="http://instagram.com/"> Instagram.com/</a>@TheEvolvedCaveman<br />| Facebook |<a href="http://facebook.com/Anger.Management.Expert"> Facebook.com/Anger.Management.Expert<br /></a>| Twitter |<a href="http://twitter.com/"> Twitter.com/</a>@JohnSchin</p><p>| LinkedIn |<a href="http://linkedin.com/in/DrJohnSchinnerer"> Linkedin.com/in/DrJohnSchinnerer<br /></a>Or join the email list by visiting:<a href="http://guidetoself.com/"> GuideToSelf.com<br /></a><br /></p><p>Please visit our YouTube channel and remember to Like &amp; Subscribe!<br /><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/jschinnerer">https://www.youtube.com/user/jschinnerer<br /></a><br /></p><p><br />Editing/Mixing/Mastering by: Brian Donat of B/Line Studios<a href="http://www.blinestudios.com/"> www.BLineStudios.com</a></p><p> </p><p>Tune in to find out more in this episode of The Evolved Caveman Podcast with Dr. John Schinnerer. </p><p> </p><p>Please be sure to like, rate, review and share! Thank you in advance for helping to spread the word! </p>