"Manly" Convos

George Watkins, a marketing manager, shares his journey into therapy and mental health. He initially sought therapy to overcome his fear of public speaking but soon realized that there were deeper issues related to his childhood experiences and anxiety. Through therapy, George has been able to unpack and address these issues, gaining a better understanding of himself and his emotions. He emphasizes the importance of therapy in improving relationships and creating a stable mental state. George also discusses his interest in Buddhism and the idea of nurturing one's true self. He looks forward to becoming a father, engaging in DIY projects, and gardening with his child.

#therapy #mentalhealth #childhoodexperiences #anxiety #relationships #stability #Buddhism #self-nurturing #fatherhood

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Manly Convos and George Watkins
02:42 Unpacking Childhood Experiences and Anxiety
09:17 Therapy: Uncovering Buried Emotions
14:40 Understanding Emotions and Personal Growth
32:47 Insights from Buddhism: Nurturing the True Self
38:06 Fatherhood and Personal Growth
42:25 Finding Happiness in DIY Projects and Gardening

Show Notes

George Watkins, a marketing manager, shares his journey into therapy and mental health. He initially sought therapy to overcome his fear of public speaking but soon realized that there were deeper issues related to his childhood experiences and anxiety. Through therapy, George has been able to unpack and address these issues, gaining a better understanding of himself and his emotions. He emphasizes the importance of therapy in improving relationships and creating a stable mental state. George also discusses his interest in Buddhism and the idea of nurturing one's true self. He looks forward to becoming a father, engaging in DIY projects, and gardening with his child.


#therapy #mentalhealth #childhoodexperiences #anxiety #relationships #stability #Buddhism #self-nurturing #fatherhood


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Manly Convos and George Watkins

02:42 Unpacking Childhood Experiences and Anxiety

09:17 Therapy: Uncovering Buried Emotions

14:40 Understanding Emotions and Personal Growth

32:47 Insights from Buddhism: Nurturing the True Self

38:06 Fatherhood and Personal Growth

42:25 Finding Happiness in DIY Projects and Gardening


What is "Manly" Convos?

“Manly” Convos is a brand that distigmatises men expressing emotions, being vulnerable, showing love and taking steps to work on their mental health. Through conversations with men who have experienced the transformative power of therapy, we aim to help men feel comfortable and open about their journey.