Pete Marlow brings his psychotherapist perspective to the topic of Toxic Masculinity with founder of Optimum Joy Alexandra Hoerr. Did you know that a rigid definition of masculinity actually has been shown to result in less overall life satisfaction in men? And if you stuff your emotions that it can show up as bodily health issues, including symptoms of depression and anxiety? Listen in on this conversation to learn about vulnerability and being congruent in life as a way to crusade against toxic masculinity.

0:00​–10:35​ – Introduction on toxic masculinity

10:35​– 23:03​ – Why this is important

23:03​–31:30​ – How it shows up / Useful recommendations

Hosted by therapist Alexandra Hoerr