Have you ever struggled with feeling like you're falling short in being a man, so you then dream of rebuilding your identity? You've been told to always have it together and never show vulnerability, but that only makes you feel empty and disconnected. With guest Michael Jaquith, we’ll chat about moving beyond performance and validation, the pain of unattainable expectations and navigating emotional resilience with authenticity.

Through his own experiences of healing and growth from a traumatic childhood, Michael speaks to the transformative power of connecting with others on a deep level, the significance of self-forgiveness, and the impact of personal growth on family relationships. He worked through the emotional turmoil of his past, freeing himself of his deep-seated anger and shame; he found freedom not only for himself but also for his family. Michael's journey is a powerful reminder of the strength that we can tap into by confronting and overcoming our past painful experiences.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Strengthen your emotional resilience and conquer fears.
• Embrace the power of grace and forgiveness in your life.
• Discover healing and growth through vulnerability and openness.
• Explore the impact of absent validation and approval on your journey.
• Embrace opportunities for growth and learning through mistakes.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:10:06 - Healing and Forgiveness

00:16:52 - Misconceptions About Forgiveness

00:19:33 - The Need to Forgive Oneself

00:25:23 - Confronting Identity and Surrender

00:28:09 - Relearning Masculinity

00:39:44 - Building emotional resilience

00:41:56 - The power of validation

Connect with Michael Jaquith

Website

https://catholiclifecoachformen.com/

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hicoachmike