You can understand exactly why you feel the way you do and still feel stuck. Explore how intellectualizing can distance us from our bodies—and how somatic therapy and embodiment offer another way into healing.

At Kindman & Co., we believe healing happens in community—and that includes men and masc-identified folks reimagining what masculinity can mean. In this post, Paul shares why expanding men’s emotional capacity matters, why group therapy is so powerful, and why he’s proud to support the launch of our new group, Redefining Masculinity. If you’ve ever felt boxed in by traditional scripts of ‘how to be a man,’ this one’s for you.

Toxic masculinity shows up in how we hold space for men and boys who are having a hard time. Every time we enforce toughness or silence from a struggling masculine person in our life, we are sending the message that we don’t want them to open up. Toxic masculinity is there in the discomfort you feel when our brothers cry, express their pain, and share their vulnerability. Read more on how to heal from toxic masculinity and allow space for vulnerability, nurturing, and community.