“I Found My Birth Mother… But It Didn’t Heal Me. It Broke Me in a Different Way.”

In this powerful and honest episode, I explore the emotional reality behind adoption reunions — especially for adopted boys and men. We often imagine that finding our birth parents will bring closure, peace, or a sense of identity. But the truth can be far more complicated. What if your birth parent doesn’t remember things the same way? What if they don’t want to talk about the past? What if the answers you’ve been chasing leave you feeling even more lost?

This episode is for adopted men, adoptive parents, therapists, and anyone who’s been affected by adoption. I talk about the deep emotional impact of adoption, the unspoken grief, and the questions we rarely feel safe enough to ask out loud. If you’ve ever felt like something’s missing, or if you’re thinking about searching for your birth family — watch this first.

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In part 2, we explore how men can move from isolation and shame to receiving real mental health support—starting right in the workplace. And how work places can help with this. Many men struggle in silence, fearing judgment, stigma, or the risk of appearing “weak.” But change is possible.

We’ll talk about: Why shame stops men from seeking help

How workplace culture can either silence or support mental health conversations The role of leaders, colleagues, and HR in creating psychologically safe environments

Practical steps men can take to access support and look after their well-being

What real support looks like—not just awareness days, but action If you're a man struggling with mental health, or someone who wants to support men better at work, this video is for you.

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In part 1, we explore how men can move from isolation and shame to receiving real mental health support—starting right in the workplace. Many men struggle in silence, fearing judgment, stigma, or the risk of appearing “weak.” But change is possible.

We’ll talk about: Why shame stops men from seeking help How workplace culture can either silence or support mental health conversations The role of leaders, colleagues, and HR in creating psychologically safe environments Practical steps men can take to access support and look after their well-being What real support looks like—not just awareness days, but action If you're a man struggling with mental health, or someone who wants to support men better at work, this video is for you.

Don’t forget to subscribe for more content on men’s mental health and emotional wellbeing.

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What does it mean to be a man in a world that tells you to be strong but never soft, loud but never vulnerable? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into what masculinity looks like when you strip away the ego, the armour, and the pressure to perform.

If you’ve ever felt like you had to “man up,” stay silent about your pain, or wear a mask just to survive this conversation is for you. From young men still figuring it out, to grown men trying to heal decades of silence, this episode will help you reconnect to your true strength and power your roar.

What we cover: Why many men feel disconnected from themselves The emotional masks men are taught to wear How suppressed pain shows up in relationships, work, and health

What reclaiming your voice actually looks like

Real quotes and wisdom from Dr. Myles Munroe, TD Jakes, Robert Bly, and Jim Rohn

How to break generational patterns and show up fully as yourself

This is more than a podcast. It’s a movement to bring men back to their authentic selves.

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Marriage is not just a ceremony — it’s a commitment that will test your communication, trust, and personal growth. Before you say “I do,” there are five deep, often uncomfortable questions every couple needs to ask and answer with honesty.

In this episode, I walk you through the most important conversations couples often avoid before marriage — and why ignoring them could lead to heartbreak later.

Whether you're engaged, dating seriously, or thinking about settling down, this is the relationship talk you didn't know you needed.

• The #1 reason couples regret getting married too soon

• How to explore values, lifestyle, and emotional needs

• Why sexual expectations and intimacy need real conversation

• What couples misunderstand about money, roles, and family

• Why silence on the big issues creates resentment

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Why Talking About Suicide Out Loud Can Save Lives

What if the very thing we’re afraid to say... is the thing that could save a life? In this raw and powerful episode, I open up about what suicidal thoughts actually sound like, why men struggle to talk, and how speaking up — even just once — can be the difference between life and death. Whether you’re someone who’s been there, love someone who’s struggling, or want to understand the silent pain many young men carry — this is the conversation we need to stop avoiding.

What You’ll Learn: The real reasons why so many men stay silent What suicidal thoughts often sound and feel like The masks men wear to hide their pain What “help” can actually sound like (not clichés) Why honest conversations about suicide save lives How to support yourself or someone else who’s on the edge You’re not broken. You’re not weak. You’re not alone. Talking about suicide won’t put the idea into someone’s head — it can help them finally let it out.

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What happens when a man finally talks about his feelings? This video is a raw and honest look into what many men carry in silence — and what changes when they finally speak. As a Black male therapist who grew up fatherless, battled depression, experienced homelessness, addiction, and suicidal thoughts, I’ve lived both the silence and the healing. In this video, I explore: Why men struggle to open up emotionally The hidden rage that often stems from childhood (inspired by Fury by H.G. Tudor) The games some men unconsciously play in therapy (from Games People Play by Eric Berne) How silence damages relationships, fatherhood, and mental health Why emotional honesty isn’t weakness — it’s power The spiritual and cultural layers behind male pain As someone who went from rock bottom to becoming a therapist, author, property investor, and group facilitator, this isn’t just theory — it’s truth, lived.

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You’re NOT Lazy – The Truth Nobody Told You About Setting Goals

What if you’re not lazy — you just never learned how to set goals that actually work? In this episode, I break down the hard truth about goal setting, motivation, and why most people stay stuck for years. This isn’t hype or hustle culture fluff — it’s real talk from someone who’s been at rock bottom and clawed his way up to writing five books. Whether you're a young man feeling unmotivated, a student unsure of your path, or someone who’s just tired of failing the same goals every year, this is the episode you didn’t know you needed. What you'll learn: Why your goals don’t stick The 6-step, no-BS method to actually get what you want Why “starting from the bottom” is your greatest asset What success really looks like, especially if you’ve messed up before You’re not broken. You’re not weak. You just need a system that makes sense to you. Let’s fix that — starting now.

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