Jonathan Gustave- Licensed Mental Health Therapist

The Giant Fundamentals: Men's Mental Health & Wellness

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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.

Author

Jonathan Gustave- Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.jonothegiant.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

#111 What is Seasonal Depression, The Signs & How To Get Through It 16.12.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss seasonal depression, the differences between seasonal depression and clinical depression, how grief plays a role and the tools to navigate through it all.

#110 How to Break The Toxic Cycle in Your Relationship 02.12.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry end the relationship mental health series by breaking down negative/positive feedback loops, how unchecked mental health issues impact relationships and how to resolve them. 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.ins...

#109 The Disturbance Of Divorce w/Ms. Tonya Carter 25.11.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry sit down with Marriage & Relationship Exit Strategist Tonya Carter. They discuss navigating divorce, how men are impacted by divorce verses women and redefining self worth outside of a marriage. Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 When Giants Get FED UP Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Childhood Trauma Masterclass https://forms.wix.com/f/...

#108 The Impact That Friendships Have On Your Mental Health w/Samantha D. Liberal 17.11.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry are joined by Samantha D. Liberal the Friendship Coach. In this episode they explore friendships and making genuine connections, the role childhood trauma plays in friendships, friendship break ups and more. Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo https://stan.store/Purefriendships Childhood Trauma Masterclass htt...

#107 Connecting Mental Health & Relationships: Dating Dynamics w/Ashley Marie 11.11.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry are accompanied by Dating Coach Ashley Marie. They discuss how to find your romantic best friend, navigating sexual dynamics in dating and more! Ashly Marie www.highcaliberdating.com 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:...

#106 How Your Mental Health Impacts Your Relationship 28.10.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss the importance of mindfulness in daily life, how ones mental health impacts their relationship, breaking down attachment styles and how they dictate the health of ones relationships https://www.attachmentproject.com/attachment-style-quiz/ Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Childhood Trauma Masterclass...

#105 The Shocking similarities between Narcissism and People-Pleasing 14.10.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss the roots of People- Pleasing, Narcissism and the similarities that they have. 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

#104 Unresolved Boyhood Trauma PT 4: Anxiety & Anger In Men 09.10.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss the importance of processing emotions, the importance of men being able to pin point when they are feeling anxious and the connection between anxiety and anger 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...

#103 Unresolved Boyhood Trauma PT 3: The Purpose Of Addiction 30.09.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss the growing and healing, the importance of emotional agility, the purpose of addiction and how it shows up in an addicts life. 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.fa...

#102 Unresolved Boyhood Trauma PT 2: The Inner Child vs The Inner Adult 23.09.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry shed light on the concept of having an inner child, how an unhealed inner child takes control of your adult life and sabotages it, how to see the signs of your inner child being in control and how to put the inner adult in the driver seat. Music https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jono-the-giant/1438242889 Book https://a.co/d/4ALJpCo Childhood Trauma Masterclass https:...

#101 Unresolved Boyhood Trauma PT 1: Validated By The Bag 16.09.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss how men sacrificing for success is misunderstood by loved ones, how it shows up in their relationships and what finances truly symbolize for men who have unresolved childhood trauma 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...

#100 Fathers, Their Feelings & The Disconnect 27.08.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry celebrate their 100th episode, the challenge of being comforting to your children, having that emotional connection while disciplining them at the same time Click here to Purchase my book https://www.amazon.com/When-Giants-Get-Fed-Up/dp/1979663297/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.hyaN8uQg_D7s_HktI0RMqU8sShwWYk83pe2c7o_QW39f2VMH3...

#99 Are Men More Emotional Than Women? 19.08.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry highlight why men are more emotional than woman, what drives them as men to be more intuned with their emotions and why women carry the toxic masculinity trait just as much as men do. IG: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Website: www.jonothegiant.com

#98 Self Acceptance > Success 16.08.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss starting over, embracing new challenges, the power of visualization and creating a safe environment IG: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Website: www.jonothegiant.com

#97 Beyond The Mask Of Men: Their Emotional Struggles & Being Misunderstood With Tonya Carter 02.07.2024

In this episode Jono is a guest on Tonys Carter's podcast where they discuss why its hard for men to show emotion, why some men tend to cheat and why so many men shutdown when having a disagreement with their significant other. Gmail: JonoTheGiant@gmail.com FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant IG: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon...

#96 Father's Day Feels 17.06.2024

In this episode Jerry and Jono discuss the gratitude they have being fathers, how making adjustments is important in order to thrive and be happy and the reason why many men tend to be emotionally unavailable for their families Gmail: JonoTheGiant@gmail.com FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant IG: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon.com...

#95 The Matrix Of Resentment 10.06.2024

In this episode Jerry and Jono discuss how grateful they are for getting off of social media, how Kyrie Irving's growth and healing journey is inspirational and how resentment manifest itself Gmail: JonoTheGiant@gmail.com FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant TikTok: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/When-Giants-Get-Fed-Up/dp/1...

#94 Why Do We Let Money Define Our Masculinity? 03.06.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry breakdown the true meaning of failure, the importance of not skipping steps and why men allow money to define them Gmail: JonoTheGiant@gmail.com FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant TikTok: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/When-Giants-Get-Fed-Up/dp/1979663297/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2ZFWZBSGDA00G&keywor...

#93 What Does Mid-Life Crisis Look Like? 20.05.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss entering mid life age, the things that come with it and the importance of paternal leave Gmail: JonoTheGiant@gmail.com FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant TikTok: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/When-Giants-Get-Fed-Up/dp/1979663297/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2ZFWZBSGDA00G&keywords=jonathan+gustav...

#92 Fast & Pray For What? 15.04.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss what is neglect and the importance of making spiritual practices more practical. Gmail: JonoTheGiant@gmail.com FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant TikTok: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/When-Giants-Get-Fed-Up/dp/1979663297/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2ZFWZBSGDA00G&keywords=jonathan+gustave&qi...

#91 A Woman's Understanding BUT A Man's Perspective 08.04.2024

In this episode Jerry and Jono dive into how women should relate to men, the importance of women not trying to force their man to go to therapy and why experience will always trump knowledge G: @JonoTheGiant FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant TikTok: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/When-Giants-Get-Fed-Up/dp/1979663297/ref=sr_1...

#90 Emotional Safety Is Security 01.04.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss what a secure attachment figure is and how your childhood programming can ruin your love relationships whether you realize it or not. IG: @JonoTheGiant FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant TikTok: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/When-Giants-Get-Fed-Up/dp/1979663297/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2ZFWZBSGD...

#89 Why Men Need To Be Heard On All Ears Podcast 18.03.2024

In this episode Jono is interviewed on the All Ears Podcast and he talks about the importance of men having a voice, the challenges men faced in boyhood and why some men show up in relationships the way that they do IG: @JonoTheGiant FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant TikTok: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/When-Giants-Get-Fed...

#88 Father's Have Feeling Too! 11.03.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss how fathers have feelings, the damage of codependent relationships and building relationships the right way IG: @JonoTheGiant FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant TikTok: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/When-Giants-Get-Fed-Up/dp/1979663297/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2ZFWZBSGDA00G&keywords=jonathan...

#87 Happy ME Happy We 04.03.2024

In this episode Jono and Jerry discuss the importance of knowing the difference between confidence and strategy, how a marriage she be about both the woman and the man and more. IG: @JonoTheGiant FB: @JonoTheGiant YouTube: @JonoTheGiant TikTok: @JonoTheGiant Spotify: @JonoTheGiant Apple Music: @JonoTheGiant Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/When-Giants-Get-Fed-Up/dp/1979663297/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2ZFW...

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