A Mason's Work

In a heartfelt episode, our host shatters the stereotype of silent strength and advocates for self-care among men. With a mix of wisdom and vulnerability, he encourages fellow masons to seek help within their brotherhood, reminding us that self-love and community support can reshape our journey to personal success and fulfillment.

Key Points
• Society tells men to "tough it up".
• Fear of asking for help can isolate.
• Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness.
• Self-care equals asking for help.
• Help others as an act of self-love.

Best Quotes
00:03 - 00:14 • "I'm convinced there's a lot of guys out there that don't love themselves, that are not applying that, that trial to their own behavior and or to themselves as people."
00:29 - 00:37 • "The challenge that comes with that is that when you're genuinely stuck and don't know what to do next, you're now afraid to ask for help."
00:50 - 00:53 • "that you can't be a man, that you can't do the things you need to do."
01:27 - 01:35 • "But understand that caring for yourself means understanding that there's very likely somebody else out there who solved the problem in a much easier way."
02:05 - 02:11 • "Do it as an act of self preservation. If you need, do it as an act of self-love."
02:40 - 02:43 • "I always think, man, that wasn't so bad. I wish I did that years ago."
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Creators and Guests

Host
Brian Mattocks
Host and Founder of A Mason's Work - a podcast designed to help you use symbolism to grow. He's been working in the craft for over a decade and served as WM, trustee, and sat in every appointed chair in a lodge - at least once :D

What is A Mason's Work?

In this show we discuss the practical applications of masonic symbolism and how the working tools can be used to better yourself, your family, your lodge, and your community. We help good freemasons become better men through honest self development. We talk quite a bit about mental health and men's issues related to emotional and intellectual growth as well.