Jonathan Gustave- Licensed Mental Health Therapist
The Giant Fundamentals: Men's Mental Health & Wellness
In The Giant Fundamentals Podcast Jono The Giant and Jerry Vaval bridge the gap between mental health, music, entertainment and men issues. In addition, as mental health professionals and advocates Jono and Jerry give practical advice that men can use in order to deal with the stress and anxiety that comes with being a man in America.
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Jonathan Gustave- Licensed Mental Health Therapist
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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
#136 Why Being a Good Guy Leaves You Empty & How To Change That 28.07.2025 40:18
In this episode of Giant Fundamentals, Jono and Jerry dive into the importance of living authentically, the pitfalls of seeking external validation, and the journey towards self-acceptance. Tune in for an insightful conversation that challenges societal norms and encourages listeners to find strength in vulnerability. Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the...
#135 The Journey Of Healing & Forgiveness w/Dr. Michelle Mras 21.07.2025 53:34
Join us on this transformative episode of Giant Fundamentals as we sit down with Dr. Michelle Mras, a beacon of hope and resilience. Dr. Mras opens up about her profound journey of healing and forgiveness, sharing how she overcame immense personal challenges, including trauma and illness. Through her story, we explore the power of vulnerability, the importance of forgiving oneself and others, and...
#134 3 Signs Of An Emotionally Immature Man & 3 Ways To Reversing It 07.07.2025 1:04:04
In this episode Jono and Jerry talk about the 3 signs of an emotionally mature man while also bringing up the sign of an emotionally mature man. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Social Media https://www.instagram.com/jo...
#133 Let The Dark Knight (Night) Rise: 3 Ways Shadow Work Could Enhance Your Quality Of Life 23.06.2025 48:44
In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss doing shadow work, its importance and how it can completely change the course of ones life. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Social Media https://www.instagram.com/jonothegiant/ ...
#132 3 Things That Every Man Is Addicted To & How Overcome Them 16.06.2025 53:29
In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss the 3 things that men are addicted t. More than porn, more than alcohol, even more than. money. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Social Media https://www.instagram.com/jonothegiant...
#131 Self Paid, Self Made: An American Trauma Response 02.06.2025 43:51
In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss understanding change and emotional patterns, the journey of self discovery, the burden men carry to be successful and the way American society weaponizes childhood trauma. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book ...
#130 Out With The Old In With The New: Why Questioning Your Beliefs is Vital To Your Happiness 19.05.2025 47:56
In this episode Jono and Jerry reflect on the NBA playoffs so far, the power of questioning one beliefs, defense mechanisms and the part they play in our lives and more! Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Social Media htt...
#129 Doulas and Daddys Unite: Why Men Play A Pivotal Role In The Birthing Process 12.05.2025 1:08:30
In this episode Jono and Jerry interview Expert Licensed Clinician and Doula Niketa Pechan. Niketa educates and inspires men regarding their role in a woman's birthing process, generational trauma and the birthing process, understanding the power of a birth plan, hospital rights and more. Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/...
#128 Defense DOES NOT Win Championships: How To Spot Your Defense Mechanisms & Replace Them With Growth Mechanisms 05.05.2025 1:09:07
In this episode Jono and jerry discuss the disempowering affect of defense mechanisms, how they impact your closes relationships, your career and overall mental and emotional wellness. Additionally, they give the steps on how to spot defense mechanisms and the growth mechanisms to replace them with. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music ...
#127 Full Court Suppression: 3 Reasons Men Have Difficulty Opening Up 28.04.2025 51:46
In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss why its so hard for men to open up and be vulnerable, understanding the emotional barriers that men face, generational differences when it comes to defining toughness and more! Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP B...
#126 Say no to R&R (Roles/Responsibilities): Why Defining Yourself By What You Do Is Making You Unhappy 21.04.2025 47:21
In this episode Jerry and Jono discuss the danger of men anchoring themselves in their roles, the negative impact chasing fulfillment has and the role childhood wounds play in it all. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Soc...
#125 Spilling The T:" Defining Childhood Trauma; Its Subtle and Giant Impact On Our Everyday Lives 07.04.2025 54:09
In this episode as Jono and Jerry celebrate their 125th episode they breakdown the difference between big traumas and small traumas, how they show up while parenting and how they impact a child's overall development. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP...
#124 You Better Regulate!: Dysregulation & Its Impact On Your Overall Well Being 31.03.2025 56:08
In this episode Jerry and Jono define what dysregulation is, where it comes from, how it looks in men and how to get oneself back to baseline emotionally. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Social Media https://www.instag...
#123 The Most Important Thing Every Man Should Know About Himself 24.03.2025 54:16
In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss men valuing themselves beyond material success, understanding who you truly are as a man and so much more! Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Social Media https://www.instagram.com/j...
#122 Men, Monogamy, Mental Health: The Major Impact Marriage Has On A Man’s Quality Of Life 17.03.2025 44:38
In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss the impact that marriage has on a man's quality of life (mentally, emotionally and physically). Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Childhood Trauma Masterclass https://forms.wix.com/f/7103308422262555448 Social Media https://www.instagram.com/jonothegiant/ https://www.facebook.com/JonotheGiant
#121 MJ vs LBJ: GIANT Differences Between Traditional and Modern Masculinity 10.03.2025 51:43
In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss the differences of how past generations saw masculinity verses current generations. They do this by looking at differences between Michael Jordan and LeBRON James. Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Childhood Trauma Masterclass https://forms.wix.com/f/7103308422262555448 Social Media https://www.insta...
#120 3 Signs You Are Controlling, How It’s Impacting Your Relationships & How to Overcome It 03.03.2025 40:19
In this episode Jono and Jerry tackle a subtle issue that many men have... Being controlling. The discuss where the need to control everything and everyone around you comes from, how it negatively impacts relationships, and how to manage the need to want to control. Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Childhood Trauma Masterclass https://fo...
#119 5 Ways To Know If Resentment Has taken Over Your Life 23.02.2025 43:16
In this episode Jerry and Jono discuss how resentment shows up in men's behavior, how it destroys relationships, its origin and how to overcome it. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Social Media https://www.instagram.com...
#118 The Pressure Of Performing: The Burden Men Carry To ALWAYS Show Up At Their Best 17.02.2025 51:07
In this episode Jono and Jerry talk about the pressure many men face to perform at their best, how man equate receiving approval and acceptance with how much they can provide financially and where this "performance posture" originates from. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889...
#117 Men Have Feelings Too: Why Men Have A Hard Time Expressing How They Feel 10.02.2025 38:45
In this episode Jerry and Jono discuss the age old question concerning men: "Why do men have a hard time expressing their true emotions." The elaborate by breaking down mens quest for love and connection, understanding why men have the emotional responses that they have, what 'Toxic Masculinity' really is and more! Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life...
#116 The Subtle but Major Difference Between Personality & Identity 20.01.2025 37:38
In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss the subtle differences between a man’s identity and his personality. Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Childhood Trauma Masterclass https://forms.wix.com/f/7103308422262555448 Social Media https://www.instagram.com/jonothegiant/ https://www.facebook.com/JonotheGiant
#115 The Connection Between Upbringing & Financial Success w/ Natalie Bullen 13.01.2025 42:41
In this episode Jono and Jerry interview the CEO and Founder of Unapologetic Wealth Natalie Bullen. She breaks down where her confidence comes from, the connection between her upbringing and 6-figure business and the illusion of the "American Dream." Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Childhood Trauma Masterclass https://forms.wix.com/f/71...
#114 What Does Codependency Look Like In A Man: How It’s Sabotaging Your Life, Relationships & How To Be Done With It For Good 06.01.2025 40:34
In this episode Jono and Jerry talk about codependency, what it looks like from a man’s position, and can a relationship ever get out of the codependent zone to an interdependent one. Free Masterclass: 7 Ways Childhood Trauma is Impacting Your Life Right Now-Jonothegaint Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo So...
#113 New Year New Me: Stepping Into 2025 With The Right Frame Of Mind To Accomplish Your Goals 30.12.2024 44:07
In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss the importance of embracing the good and bad that happen in ones life, believing you deserve everything you desire, setting appropriate goals and expectations going into the new year.
#112 Having The Christmas Spirit All Year Round 23.12.2024 19:20
In this episode Jono and Jerry express gratitude for the holiday season, embracing the holiday season and having the permission to have the holiday season all year round.
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