Multifaceted Masculinity

In Episode Five, we welcome our first female guest and one who gives voice to Narcissistic Abuse Survivors and a perspective that might be hard to hear. Her story of being in a relationship with an extremely abusive, passive-aggressive, covert narcissist is not a rare story, but one that may rarely be heard. However, with the release of her new book, “Misaligned Mind” the world has a resource to h...

True Narcissists are douchebags! Well, they can be. Narcissism in relationships, Narcissism in the Church or other organizational leadership - it seems to be a hot topic lately and many are still trying to understand it. It tends to creep into even the most beautiful of environments and stifle initially benevolent intentions. In today's episode, Josh and Seth unpack Narcissism and its close proxim...

Have you ever felt like there was a wet blanket over your mind or your heart, making it difficult to think or feel good? One reason this may be happening is because of Codependency. We experience codependency in many ways; maybe with where we live, our careers, the climate of our lives in general, but in this episode, Josh and Seth discuss Codependency within relationships. Since they can be the m...

In this episode, Josh and Seth lay the foundation for season two of Multifaceted Masculinity with a discussion surrounding the use of Psychedelic Plant Medicine. Their conversation leads from their own personal journeys and gives a new perspective to those who are not familiar with the use of Psychedelics to assist in mental health. As Mindset and Integration Coaches, they champion the necessity o...

In this first episode of the new season, Josh introduces his new co-host of Multifaceted Masculinity, Seth Conner. Naturally, they discuss and comically recall the inception and nature of their relationship over the 10 years ago to include Failed Marriages Psychedelic Plant Medicine Business Endeavors Spiritual Deconstruction and more!  Seth Conner - Psychedelic Integration Coach:  sethc...

I wasn't sure what to fully expect going into my first ayahuasca retreat. I had heard everything from "You're going to see demons and talk to the devil" to "it will be the most healing experience of your life." I came into it with a few intentions, but also a heart posture of being open to whatever the experience had for me.   I walked away from the retreat with a few unexpected answers, some...

Men can inadvertently become fickle and reactionary when they begin the journey of "emotional health". Today we talk about the primary ways your emotions can betray you, and how you can learn to differentiate the process of validating your emotions while not letting them overtake you.   Links: Josh Cearbaugh Consulting 12-Week Course designed to help you find clarity, get unstuck and build mo...

There are several well-intended men who slowly lose themselves in a relationship. They do all they can to "love" the other person, not realizing their actions lead to feeling insecure and ultimately causes them to doubt their own intuition. The painful reality is it leads to becoming "less of a man" in their own eyes as well as their partner.  We're talking about codependence... it can be les...

The holiday season is normally chaulked full of festivities that create life-long memories. They are a time to be thankful, celebrate, and share with one another, all of which are some of the most beautiful qualities life has to offer.  But for some men, this time of year is horrible. It brings up pain, old trauma, and isolation. I'm talking specifically for men who are single dads. Today is...

As men, we've all felt like a fraud at some point but did you know it could actually be a positive thing? I'm not talking about hiding behind false humility or using it as a way to emotionally abuse yourself into "success". I'm referring to using the feeling of being a fraud as an indicator that you're moving through the stages of competency. Once you learn how to identify it within the stages you...

We all have this inner voice that tries to give us an out from taking responsibility, confronting our shortcomings, and embracing our greatness... it's our inner victim mentality... better known as our "inner bitch".   The challenge comes when we try to identify the voice because it is largely driven by our subconscious.  That can change today if you're willing to confront it. We wi...

Jim Rohn famously said you are the sum of your five closest friends. Hopefully, you are choosing to surround yourself with individuals who are willing to challenge you at times by "positive peer pressure". Meaning, they are making you feel uncomfortable with your current norm and help you find personal growth within the discomfort.  URL's Host: JoshCearbaugh.com Podcast: MultifacetedMasculini...

The fact that Social Media and "screen time" creates a damaging internal ripple effect is nothing new. What's different about The Social Dilemma is the message is coming directly from the very people who created the services we are so addicted to today.  I'd highly recommend you stop and watch the documentary if you haven't already.  Today we cover:  Ways to reconnect to your streng...

Don't be one of the many men who are able to articulate their inner world but not have a clue how to live from it in a healthy way. It's nothing more than distorted fear masquerading as wisdom.  If that's you, it may be time to stop learning more about life and exchange your intellectual wisdom with life experiences that create lasting change.    URL's Host: JoshCearbaugh.com Podcas...

This week's Three Minute Thought we talk about how pursuing emotional health can have the best of intentions but accidentally lead to a deep sense of loneliness, which is counterproductive for pursuing a better internal world. ;-) Don't be enticed by only the allure of emotional health. Instead, approach your process with intentionality that leads to becoming a well-rounded man.  Important UR...

We have been taught to fear what we don't understand and that truth can easily be found when you start talking about psychedelics. It's much harder to pause your default reaction to a topic, stop and listen to someone who may offer a different point of view, and possibly expand your understanding of this amazing life we get to live.  Offense is an easy way to find where religion has gotten in...

Vulnerability has become a trendy word in the last few years but still manages to be something that eludes most men. There's a reason we avoid it like the plague even though deep down our heart is longing for intimate connection.   Today we dive into: Why is vulnerability so scary? How celebrating success can be vulnerable. Why you need to have men in your life you are vulnerable with on a re...

Dreams should be an intricate part of our daily lives. They speak to us, guide us, and lead us into the life we are meant to have. In part two of our series on dreams we dive into how exactly do you activate dreams if you feel you don't' have them and so much more.    Things we cover: How to "turn on" your dream life.  How to increase the number of dreams you have.  How to extr...

No, we're not talking about how to grow a garden today. We're talking about the principles of pruning and how applying them to your life can significantly help alter your ability to anchor in your masculinity. Important URL's Be a part of the conversation! Submit Your Question Host: Josh Cearbaugh Consulting 12-Week Course designed to help you find clarity, get unstuck and build momentum Free 15 M...

Understanding Dreams - Our first series! It's proven that sleep (or lack thereof) can drastically affect almost every area of your life. Much like masculinity, the time you sleep is "multifaceted". Dreams are only one aspect, but they can be used to guide you through life, unlock parts of your true identity, and draw you closer to God. We spend roughly 1/3 of our life sleeping, so I thought it was...

As men, we've all felt like a fraud at some point but did you know it could actually be a positive thing? I'm not talking about hiding behind false humility or using it as a way to emotionally abuse yourself into "success". I'm referring to using the feeling of being a fraud as an indicator that you're moving through the stages of competency. Once you learn how to identify it within the stages you...

Today's episode is packed with helpful information. Dave Charlson is a high-level executive coach who has a unique ability to draw the best out of people regardless of where they are in their personal or professional journey. Here are some of the highlights from today's episode: How to identify your true "essence phrase", a phrase which is divinely given to ground and strengthen you. The two prima...

It's important to learn how to embrace your masculine strength AND your soft side. Men who are able to live in the tension between the two are the ones who build sustainable success in every area of their life. URL's Host: JoshCearbaugh.com Podcast: MultifacetedMasculinity.com 12 Week Course: Jumpstartyourlife.com Free 15 Minute Consultation: Click Here

Excellence in and of itself is a good thing, but it can do harm when you subconsciously misapply it to your life. You have to ask yourself a few important questions when it comes to excellence to prevent it from becoming the very thing holding you back from achieving the very thing you're pursuing. Show Notes: Ways we use excellence in unhealthy ways: Cover up a subconscious expectation of perform...

Most people waste so much emotional energy trying to "fix" relationships. Putting that focus on the right thing will fundamentally shift the relationship you have with yourself as well as the one you're unhappy with, but it requires you to choose to change your focus. URL's Host: JoshCearbaugh.com Podcast: MultifacetedMasculinity.com 12 Week Course: Jumpstartyourlife.com Free 15 Minute Consultatio...