Men’s Emotional Leadership Development with Owen Marcus | Emotional Intelligence and Resilience

Real Men Feel with Andy Grant

In this episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant welcomes pioneering coach and author Owen Marcus, who discusses integrating emotional physiology, attachment theory, and somatic therapies into men's emotional connection and leadership development.

Owen shares insights from his new community, MELD, which focuses on men's emotional leadership development. They explore diverse subjects such as rolfing, polyvagal theory, anti-fragility, and the importance of co-regulation and vulnerability in emotional intelligence.

The conversation highlights the significance of using somatic experiences for emotional growth and how men can improve their relationships and leadership skills through these practices. Owen also emphasizes the role of safe spaces for practicing emotional skills and the benefits of such spaces on men's personal and professional lives.

The episode wraps up with a discussion on the common challenges men face and how women can support men in their emotional journeys.

Topics and Highlights

00:00 Welcome to Real Men Feel

00:26 Introducing Owen Marcus

01:50 The Journey to MELD

02:38 Understanding Somatic Therapy

04:26 Exploring Rolfing

06:57 Men's Emotional Leadership Development

08:39 Polyvagal Theory Explained

11:28 The Importance of Vulnerability

14:09 Emotional Intelligence and Leadership

24:35 Challenges Men Face Today

26:17 MELD Programs and Offerings

28:40 Couples Retreat and Coed Programs

31:23 The Impact of Men's Groups

36:14 Advice for Women Supporting Men

42:08 Conclusion and Contact Information

Links

Owen Marcus & MELD -- https://meld.community

Resources

Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us, by Dr Stephen W. Porges

The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, by Dr Stephen W. Porges

Antifragile: Things That Gain from Disorder, by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love, by Dr. Sue Johnson

Attachment Theory in Practice: Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) with Individuals, Couples, and Families, by Dr. Sue Johnson

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