Taming Thumos: Real Men, Real Conversations

About Taming Thumos: Real Men, Real Conversations

A podcast where we drop the stigma and talk about men's mental health. Expect to read and hear inspiring stories from behind closed doors. Normalizing the challenges of everyday life, one conversation at a time... tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast)

Publisher

A Men's Mental Health Podcast

Category

health & fitness · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Feb 2026

Latest episode

1 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Oct 2026

   #15 Men’s Work and the Next Generation

   In this episode, I welcome Tyler Birch—a facilitator for the men’s personal growth program Common Ground (https://menswellbeing.org/common-ground/), a father of two, and a former commercial construction manager turned early childhood educator. Tyler shares his remarkable professional and personal evolution: leaving behind a high-stress, male-dominated career in high-rise construction to work with young children in early learning centers. He opens up about his turning point at age 30, confronting relationship breakdowns, suicidal ideation, and the pivotal moment with his father that taught him absolute personal accountability. The conversation explores the transformative nature of men’s groups, the power of “I-language” and active listening, the necessity of non-judgmental spaces for men, and why doing internal work before becoming a parent creates positive ripples for future generations. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here. Key themes from the episode Career Pivot & Redefining Success Tyler shares how he transitioned from the high-stress, male-dominated world of commercial construction to early childhood education. Taking the leap and denying the “golden handcuffs” of money to prioritize personal fulfillment, connection, and unhurried presence in a job he truly loves. The Path to Accountability & Self-Responsibility Tyler talks about reaching rock bottom at age 30 and breaking out of cyclical patterns of numbing, relationship breakdowns, and blame. Realizing that he was the common denominator in his own life, and taking ownership of choices, emotions, and language. The Power of Men’s Circles & The Common Ground Programme We discuss the power of sitting as equals in a circle to share stories, creating an environment of safety, trust, and deep listening. Moving past ego, arrogance, and the illusion that you “have it all figured out”. Experiencing the “magic” of men supporting men through vulnerability rather than competition or posturing. Essential Boundaries for Safe Emotional Spaces I ask Tyler what he has learned to be the essential ingredients for maintaining an effective container for men to gather and share openly. * Confidentiality: Ensuring what is shared in the circle stays in the circle. * “I” Language: Speaking strictly from individual lived experience rather than using evasive or generalized language. * No Unsolicited Advice or Fixes: Removing the urge to “solve” another man’s problem, allowing him the dignity and trust to find his own answers. Fatherhood & Modern Masculinity Navigating the lack of a “handbook” for modern manhood and defining masculinity on your own terms. The positive “ripple effect” that doing internal emotional work has on partners, children, and the broader community. Using men’s groups as a space to process emotions so you can show up as a calmer, more grounded, and present partner and father at home. “Something I am incredibly grateful for is that I came into men’s work before I became a father… for me, stepping into that space at 30 and then becoming a father at 36, the ground that I covered inside of myself—I don’t know how I would have done fatherhood with the level of awareness that I had at 30….So like I think about ripples, the ripples that that makes in my son’s life, the change of trajectory… for my children, it’s immeasurable.” I hope you enjoyed that conversation, I know I did! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments, I love hearing about what people take away from these conversations! Learn more If you’d like to learn about more about the Common Ground programme, check out the Men’s Wellbeing website here (https://menswellbeing.org/common-ground/). Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7mjXZUfbTL4eEMHizleqKi) and follow Taming Thumos on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tamingthumos/) or better still, sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! Go deeper If you’re enjoying the vulnerability of the podcast and appreciate introspective, thought provoking content, consider checking out my personal publication Musings On Life and Such Things here (https://musingsonlifeandsuchthings.substack.com/). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

2. 

   17 Sept 2026

   #14 Wisdom from 20,000 human interactions

   In this episode, I catch up with long-time friend and legendary fitness educator Karl “Steaderz” Steadman. Karl reflects on his 20+ years in the fitness industry, including a 15-year tenure on the CrossFit Seminar Staff delivering over 400 seminars to an estimated 18,000+ people worldwide. The conversation dives deep into the art of communication, leadership, and adaptive coaching. He contrasts rigid, command-and-control leadership with an empowering, “outcome-based” style that gives people the freedom to take ownership. Later in the episode, Karl speaks candidly about parenting, navigating life’s non-linear path, and the grief of losing an identity. Finally, he introduces his current venture, Momentum Fitness (https://www.instagram.com/momentum_fitness_tarland/)—a minimalist, outdoor strength and conditioning community based in the Scottish Highlands. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/p/14-wisdom-from-20000-human-interactions). Key themes from the episode The Art of Communication & Delivery How working with non-native English speakers refined Karl’s verbal coaching by stripping away flowery language. Reading the room: Using subtle audience cues to adapt the delivery on the fly and evaluating success based on output: Did the student actually understand and execute? Leadership: Intent vs. Rigidity Why rigid, command-and-control leadership restricts growth and creates fear of failure. Rather than an intent-based framework: Asking team members “How do you intend to do this?” rather than giving strict commands. Insecurity, Ego, and “Johnny Average” Karl’s perspective on himself as “Johnny Average done well” through application and work ethic. Balancing tall poppy syndrome (”don’t stand out”) with a quiet internal confidence in one’s specific skill set. “Trust Your Gut, the Rest is Logistics” Why overthinking paralyzes decision-making. Karl’s “all-in or all-out” personality and committing fully to life choices. Parenting, Navigating Emotional Waves & Identity Shifts “Action vs. Emotion”: Teaching his 14-year-old son that it’s okay to feel any emotion, but the action afterward is what matters. And the difficulty navigating the adolescent tension between authenticity vs. belonging. Dealing with identity loss after leaving CrossFit and riding the “grief wave”. And how negative emotions hit hard early on, but shrink in size over time. Momentum Fitness & Outdoor Community Partnering with Stu (Operation Cairngorms) to build a minimalist strength program in the Scottish Highlands. Removing “CrossFit” branding to break down barriers to entry and earn the trust of everyday people. The Real McCoy Club: Free monthly community sessions connecting local veterans and men through physical training and campfire chats. “Trust your gut, the rest is just logistics” I hope you enjoyed that conversation, I know I did! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments, I love hearing about what people take away from these conversations! Learn more If you’d like to learn about more about Momentum Fitness, check out their Instagram here (https://www.instagram.com/momentum_fitness_tarland/). Karl also mentioned that he has transitioned to working with Metfix, if you’d like to learn more about Metfix, check out their website here (https://metfix.org/). Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7mjXZUfbTL4eEMHizleqKi) and follow Taming Thumos on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tamingthumos/) or better still, sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! Go deeper If you’re enjoying the vulnerability of the podcast and appreciate introspective, thought provoking content, consider checking out my personal publication Musings On Life and Such Things here (https://musingsonlifeandsuchthings.substack.com/). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

3. 

   4 Sept 2026

   #13 A Vagabond and a Nomad walk into a bar...

   In this candid episode of Taming Thumos, I sit down with Alex Thomas—a fitness professional, author, poet and self-professed nomad. Alex shares his journey from growing up in a tough environment in Northern England to coaching across 50+ gyms around the world, writing eight books, and using creative expression to process trauma. The conversation explores the heavy psychological realities facing some men today such as: a lack of purpose, generational trauma, suicidal ideation, and the struggle to balance authenticity with belonging. The episode culminates in Alex discussing his upcoming endurance challenge where he is going to be pulling a car for 24 continuous hours to raise funds and awareness for suicide prevention via the charity Lifestyle Psychiatry Society. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/p/13-a-vagabond-and-a-nomad-walk-into). Key themes from the episode Connecting Through the Fitness Community Alex shares his coaching journey from charging $1.50 for a 90 minute session in the park at age 14 to becoming a CrossFit L2 head Coach at a number of CrossFit Affiliates in the UK and New Zealand. We talk about our shared experience of transitioning from coaching in the UK to moving across New Zealand and Australia to find a place to call home. The “Choice Point” Alex shares a vivid story from New Zealand where childhood survival mechanisms triggered a sleepwalking episode holding a knife. Recognizing the need to break free from generational trauma and toxic, hyper-masculine patterns. The Power of Poetry & Creative Expression How breaking his back (L5-S1) at age 18 forced Alex to find emotional outlets outside of physical exertion in the form of poetry. A journey that went from writing scribbled notes on scrap paper to self-publishing eight books, including The Nomad Series (https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B08RWJ623V?ref_=mr_referred_us_au_au) and children’s books. Masculinity, Community & Breaking the Stigma The difference between surface-level greetings like “You good?” and genuine, heart-centered check-ins like “How are you really feeling?”. And the importance of finding safe, communal spaces for open dialogue outside of traditional drinking culture environments. Challenging the “zero-sum” narrative around gender equality: why men supporting other men’s mental health creates a healthier society for everyone. The 24-Hour Car Pull Charity Event Alex details his upcoming physical challenge where he intends to pull a vehicle for 24 hours on a drag track to raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention through Lifestyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lifepsych-society/) and build community resilience. This mammoth feet represents the relentless, 24/7 weight of mental health struggles and trauma that individuals carry every day. "Everything that I do is for other people, but every piece of writing I do is for myself. I am closer to who I actually am when I write." I hope you enjoyed that conversation, I know I did! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments, I love hearing about what people take away from these conversations! Learn more If you’d like to support Alex’s 24 hr challenge and help raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, visit his gofundme page here (https://www.gofundme.com/f/milo-miles?attribution_id=sl:77e8b7b3-86f1-4e71-a9aa-3efdc796d471&lang=en_GB&ts=1786261914&utm_campaign=man_ss_icons&utm_content=amp30-treatment-6&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link). If you’d like to learn about more about Alex check out his podcast The Nomadic Podcast here (https://open.spotify.com/show/6c9pizqwNio5Hut9xFMWei), watch his TedX talk here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEkXjhKfRJ8) and check out his books on Amazon here (https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B08RWJ623V?ref_=mr_referred_us_au_au)! Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7mjXZUfbTL4eEMHizleqKi) and follow Taming Thumos on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tamingthumos/) or better still, sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! Go deeper If you’re enjoying the vulnerability of the podcast and appreciate introspective, thought provoking content, consider checking out my personal publication Musings On Life and Such Things here (https://musingsonlifeandsuchthings.substack.com/). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

4. 

   2 Aug 2026

   #12 Lessons in Leadership

   In this episode, I reunite with my former troop commander from the Royal Marines, Roderic (Rod) Yapp. Nearly two decades after we served together in Afghanistan on Op Herrick in 2007, we reflect on our individual experiences from opposing sides of the fence. We discuss what Rod learned from his time serving as a Royal Marines Officer, his transition from military service to coaching leadership in the civilian world, and how foundational leadership principles apply to relationships and parenting. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/p/12-lessons-in-leadership). Key themes from the episode Command Decisions & The Greater Good Rod explains his decision-making process during our 2007 deployment, emphasizing that the needs of the wider team (the unit or troop) must always take precedence over the individual. Leadership vs. Technical Skill In business as in the military, people are often promoted because they are good at technical execution. Rod notes that leading a team requires a fundamentally different mindset—shifting from “playing the instrument” to “conducting the orchestra.” The “Tribe” & Post-Service Isolation We discuss the disorientation many veterans feel when returning to civilian life. We discuss the loss of tight-knit bonds (as explored in Sebastian Junger’s book Tribe) and the danger of not taking responsibility one’s self, replacing that loss with codependent relationships or unhealthy habits. Self-Care as a Prerequisite for Leadership & Parenting Using the “oxygen mask” analogy, Rod explains that taking care of one’s basic physical and mental health (sleep, exercise, nutrition) isn’t selfish—it is essential to being strong enough to lead and serve others effectively, including your family. "It's not about the job or the work; it's about the bonds that get created amongst people doing dangerous work because they have to rely on each other... When you come back, all of those bonds are just ripped apart." I hope you enjoyed that conversation, I know I did! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments, I love hearing about what people take away from these conversations! Learn more If you’d like to know more about Rod’s work with Leadership Capital visit his webiste here (https://leadershipcapital.com/). You can also check out Rod’s Tedx talk Double-loop learning: a case study from the front-line here (https://youtu.be/JN6elXXSrRM?si=pyBPKRJ9tRrukOkx). Rod can be found most readily on LinkedIn here (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodericyapp/). Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7mjXZUfbTL4eEMHizleqKi) and follow Taming Thumos on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tamingthumos/) or better still, sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! Go deeper If you’re enjoying the vulnerability of the podcast and appreciate introspective, thought provoking content, consider checking out my personal publication Musings On Life and Such Things here (https://musingsonlifeandsuchthings.substack.com/). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

5. 

   17 Jul 2026

   #11 Balancing the Masculine and Feminine Energies Within

   In this episode of the Taming Thumos, I’m joined by my friend Jake “Choccy” Norton (no, he is not a UFC fighter). Choc is a podcaster and holistic health coach based in Sydney. He uses Chek (https://chekinstitute.com/)principles and knowledge from The Master’s Way (https://theishtarchannel.com/about-the-masters-way-school) to help his clients reconnect with their intuitive higher Self to live a more fulfilling life. In this conversation, we reflect on our personal growth journey, vulnerability, and navigating the transition from a traditional masculine environment into a holistic, intuitive approach to life. We discuss the power of speaking your truth, the “lonely chapter”, and how ancient energetic principles (chakras) align with modern human needs and attachment patterns. As well as somatic tools such as breathwork to recalibrate and re-center. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/p/balancing-the-masculine-and-feminine). Key themes from the episode The Power of Speaking Your Truth Jake reflects on advice from a past mentor about how speaking your truth, even when it feels uncomfortable, can serve as a powerful ripple effect to change someone else’s life. The “Lonely Chapter” Jake details his shift from working as a plumber to entering the health space. He spent two years feeling deeply conflicted—studying wellness while working a trade job that he didn’t align with energetically. A difficult crossing point between an old lifestyle program and a new one. Jake credits taking action, changing his social circle to inspiring people, and studying his ego/shadow aspects for allowing him to transition out of a victim mentality. Understanding Chakras and Attachment Patterns Jake maps the basic human energy centers (chakras) to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, noting that humans frequently get trapped in the bottom three “survival” chakras—worrying about money, belonging, tribal safety, and self-image. Recalibration and Re-centering We discuss how somatic practices like breathwork act as a powerful tool to pull individuals out of their mental loops, helping to regulate the nervous system and clear out trauma stored in body tissues. Returning to Faith We talk about a rising trend of people looking past the current socio-political structures and returning to a higher power or deep spiritual connection for direction and a sense of belonging. "When you're limited by the “Buddhist cage:” or your beliefs and thoughts and everything's perfectly organized, you miss out on the beauty of what actually life's trying to teach you." I hope you enjoyed that conversation, I know I did! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments, I love hearing about what people take away from these conversations! Learn more If you’d like to know more about Choccy’s work and The Intuitive Human Project; a map designed to help people unpack their mental blocks and step past protective ego mechanisms, visit his website here (https://chocnortoncoaching.com.au/intuitive-human-project-8882) and be sure to follow him on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/chocnortoncoaching/), where you can sign up for his thought provoking newsletter. AND be sure to listen into his educational and entertaining podcast Chats with Choccy (https://open.spotify.com/show/5oieQSNoD1jYbZvWY03RGH)! Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7mjXZUfbTL4eEMHizleqKi) and follow Taming Thumos on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tamingthumos/) or better still, sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

6. 

   2 Jul 2026

   From Attachment to Authenticity

   Today I’m joined by Rich Johnson. Rich is a wellness practitioner and co-founder of Sacred Humans (https://www.sacredhumans.org/), a platform dedicated to emotional calibration and self-healing through sound frequency work. Having met over a decade ago in the London CrossFit community, our parallel paths eventually crossed again on the other side of the world, on Gubbi Gubbi Country. As Rich approaches his 50th birthday, he reflects on the challenges and breakthroughs of maintaining personal authenticity within relationships. Rich talks about transitioning away from “people-pleasing,” navigating relationships through personal evolution, and processing deep-seated childhood experiences through introspection, plant medicine and sound frequency work. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/). Key themes from the episode The Evolution of Relationships Rich discusses re-framing his past relationships from failures to essential chapters of learning, realizing he was the common denominator in his relationship patterns. Allowing him to shift from the “nice guy” persona and anxious attachment styles to building healthier, more grounded boundaries. Life Milestones as Wake-Up Calls How the passing of his father at age 60 and his brother’s early-onset Parkinson’s diagnosis served as profound catalysts for prioritizing personal wellness, lifestyle alignment, and longevity. The Healing Journey (Somatic and Spiritual) Rich details his 11-year journey with plant medicine, the somatic processing of grief and childhood trauma, and finding a space of deep forgiveness and unconditional love. He shares the daily tools he uses for ongoing self-care, including Yin practices, Qigong, and the science behind the sound frequency work offered through Sacred Humans (https://www.sacredhumans.org/). “I feel so secure now that if those relationships move on, I’m fine. That is not who makes me. My identity isn’t a direct reflection of how much the other person is there for me or not there for me. If I’m fully in my power, it doesn’t matter.” I hope you enjoyed that conversation, I know I did! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments, I love hearing about what people take away from these conversations! If you’d like to know more about Rich and the work that he offers through Sacred Humans, . Visit the website (https://www.sacredhumans.org/) or on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sacredhumans12/). Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7mjXZUfbTL4eEMHizleqKi) and follow Taming Thumos on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tamingthumos/) or better still, sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

7. 

   22 Jun 2026

   Faith and fitness

   In this episode, Brett and I catch up to discuss his background in the military, physical training and reflect on what he has learned over an extensive 20-year coaching career. We dive deep into the philosophy of physical training, how Brett’s coaching style has evolved from being rigid to a more supportive mentor role, and the connection between physical fitness, mental resilience, and spiritual health. Key themes from the episode Lessons from 20 Years of Coaching Brett notes that a primary lesson from his decades of coaching is realizing you don’t know everything, even when you think you do. Self-reflection vs External Validation We discuss the the importance of self-reflection as well as external validation to orient ourselves in the world. Specifically, how the rigorous nature of the CrossFit seminar staff internship process shifted me from a place of blaming outside factors to deeply auditing my own professional capacity and self-reliance. Self-Talk During Training The two of us contrast our internal monologues during intense physical workouts. How I tend to be driven by internal high standards and pushing to absolute physical limits, often blocking out external noise to grind through the hurt. Whereas Brett’s Style is more calculated, logical, and structured. Brett admits he handles training “softly” compared to high-intensity outliers, focusing on pacing and doing what is sub-maximally sustainable. The Connection Between Fitness and Faith Finally, Brett draws a strong parallel between physical fitness and his recent return to Catholicism. He equates fitness to physical health and faith/spirituality to internal, spiritual health. Rather than strictly focusing on granular, rigid rules (micro-rules), Brett highlights the overriding “meta-rules” of both practices. Where in fitness, “something is better than nothing,” and in faith, the guiding principle is love and self-reflection. “One must imagine Sisyphus happy... [Life] is a punishment, and it relates to the human condition because we are the rats in the wheel, and the existential dilemma is: what’s the point of this? ...The trick is to enjoy every moment, be grateful for the things you have.” I hope you enjoyed that conversation, I know I did! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments, I love hearing about what people take away from these conversations! Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify and sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

8. 

   2 Jun 2026

   The Feather, the Brick, and the Truck: Recognizing Life’s Wake-Up Calls

   In this episode, I am joined by Andrew Boniface, a former emergency helicopter pilot turned corporate consultant and men’s group facilitator. Andy shares his profound personal transformation following the breakdown of his marriage. He discusses how hitting rock bottom led him to processing and taking responsibility for his own trauma. Which in turn, allowed him to become a more present and regulated father to his twin daughters. He is now giving back by facilitating dad’s groups and helping corporate organizations foster human-first cultures. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/p/the-feather-the-brick-and-the-truck). Key themes from the episode The Analogy of the Feather, the Brick, and the Truck Andy introduces a powerful framework for how life communicates lessons to us through subtle and not so subtle means. Starting with the feather, a gentle, subtle tickle or indicator (e.g., minor arguments or coming home with the wrong mindset) that we often ignore. Which then turns into the brick: A more severe, tangible warning sign. And if we ignore that, the truck! Usually, a catastrophic event or rock bottom that forces an ego death and complete awakening. Squeezing the Lemon: Facing Generational Patterns Andy notes that it isn’t until we are squeezed like a lemon under intense stress that our deepest unaddressed issues emerge. Having previously avoided long-term relationship tests, the immense stress of sleep deprivation and raising twin daughters caused him to default to the critical, judgmental habits of his own father—habits he had sworn he would never replicate. Recognizing this allowed him to step out of a victim mindset and take absolute responsibility for his actions. The Power of Emotional Responsibility and Self-Forgiveness Andy talks about learning the difference between blame and responsibility. We discuss how losing oneself in shame becomes self-loathing rather than focusing on repair. And how self-forgiveness must take place to stop whipping yourself and truly take responsibility. Andy explains how he grew up believing anger was inherently “wrong” because of his father’s short temper, leading him to suppress it. Through men’s work, he learned that responsibly expressing anger is necessary. Moving from Left-Brain Logic to Right-Brain Feeling Andy shares how his self-development was purely left-brained, focused on structured logic, reading classic corporate psychology books, and physical fitness. Referencing Steve Bidoff’s book Wild Creature Mind, Andy discusses how men frequently suppress emotions with logic. True healing required him to get back into his body and actively feel the suppressed emotions. "For every new level, the same devil will be there... we can never outrun the humanity. I've got to love the humanity because that will always be there. I can never outrun it by fixing myself." I hope you enjoyed that conversation, I know I did! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments, I love hearing about what people take away from these conversations! To learn more about Andy’s corporate offering, Altitude Initiative, visit his website (https://www.altitudeinitiative.com/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/andrew_boniface2025/). Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify and sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

9. 

   15 May 2026

   Grief, the shadow of responsibility

   This episode features a deep and moving conversation with my friend and former colleague Lachlan Learg. Lachlan is a CrossFit Seminar Lead Instructor and gym owner. The conversation centers around his journey navigating immense personal loss while balancing the heavy responsibilities of business and family. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/p/grief-the-shadow-of-responsibility). Key points from the episode The Weight of Responsibility Lachlan reflects on the “psychological reality” that while responsibility is a positive force, it can also become a burden that requires difficult choices. He shares how facing the arrival of his third child and a promotion to Flowmaster, he realised he was juggling too much and winging his professional preparation. And to be more present for his family, he made the difficult decision to sell his original CrossFit affiliate in Dubbo, which he had run for a decade. Lachlan also shares his views on work as not only as a means to provide, but as a way to model being a productive member of society for his children. Navigating Sudden Grief A significant portion of the conversation focuses on the sudden loss of Lachlan’s twin brother, Tavis, in a car accident in France in 2023. Lachlan describes the unique difficulty of losing a twin with whom he shared every life stage and interest. He shares how his therapist helped him understand and prepare for the oscillating nature of grief. And how he found CrossFit training to be vital outlet, noting that a particularly grueling workout felt like it accelerated his grieving process. Not to mention the strength he found through his CrossFit gym community, who shared their own stories of miscarriage, stillbirth, and loss, creating a sense of solidarity that made his own pain easier to bear. Finding Closure and Meaning Lachlan shares extraordinary experiences that helped him process his brother’s passing, such as the repatriation journey where he traveled to France to bring Tavis’s ashes home, retracing his brother’s final travel steps, which provided a necessary sense of closure. He also shares with us a series of vivid, lucid dreams where he communicated with Tavis. And how these dreams, which several close family members also experienced, helped him accept his brother’s death. “The goal of life isn’t to avoid struggle, but to struggle well” I hope you enjoyed that conversation, I know I did! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments, I love hearing about what people take away from these conversations! Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify and sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

10. 

    1 May 2026

    Building range and transcending resistance

    Hello and welcome to another episode of Taming Thumos! My guest for this episode is Rich Burrows. Rich is a high performance coach, former intelligence officer and father. Rich has trained a range of people from world champion ultra endurance athletes to corporate CEOs and tech entrepreneurs. This conversation centres around stress and ways that we can often find ourselves like a frog in boiling water; incrementally becoming burned out by modern western living and the various micro-stressors we face on a daily basis. And most importantly, ways that we can manage and develop tolerance for stress rather than avoiding it. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/p/transcending-resistance). Expect to hear how Rich uses tools such as breathwork, cold water exposure as well as pool training to help his clients transcend the limits of their own resistance and fear. He emphasises the importance of building range rather than just calm to handle life’s stressors. Focussing on controlling the controllables, nervous system regulation and movement and environment. As well as training for acute stress vs. living in chronic stress. We also dive into finding balance between logic and emotional regulation. Rich shares how marriage and parenting have been great teachers for him to learn how to see the emotional experience alongside the rational. Finally, we touch on the pillar of health often missed, the spiritual one. For Rich, spiritual health is tied to purpose; what one wants to leave behind for their family and community. Value Alignment; stepping back for a “thousand-yard view” to ensure daily behaviors align with core values. And transcendence; moving from self-improvement to responsibility for others, such as the gift of shaping a child’s life. Learn more about Rich’s work with The Resistance Lab here (https://www.resistance-lab.com/about), focusing on meeting the resistance of cold exposure and expanding one’s window of tolerance. He is planning on hosting another Range Workshop on the Sunshine Coast following the success of the last workshop in Melbourne, collaborating with former AFL player Troy Simmonds to explore how movement informs performance and well-being. Stay tuned by following him on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/richjburrows/)! "We're not about building calm, we're about building range. You want to actually widen the scope of what's available to you to feel, to experience, to activate without it causing you to completely flip your lid or shut down." I hope you enjoyed that conversation with Rich. As always, please leave your thoughts on the episode in the comments section on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/p/transcending-resistance). Pssst… this is where you can watch the video version of this episode! Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify and sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

11. 

    16 Apr 2026

    Navigating chaos with calmness

    My guest for this episode is JP. He and I go way back! We served in Afghanistan together in 2008, as young Royal Marines Commandos. JP went on to work in Maritime security during the piracy surge in the late 2000s around West Africa (you may recall the film Captain Philips with Tom Hanks…). He then went on to test himself in the private security world, working with prestigious families in Hong Kong and eventually becoming the physical security manager for a leading tech company. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/podcast). Key points from the episode * We talk about the essential roles many men occupy that keep society operational, but don’t get the credit like some of the more front facing roles. * The conversation also touches on how having a tangible purpose, whether in the military or a high-responsibility civilian role, positively impacts men’s mental health and sense of identity. * We discuss how the “flat structure” and culture of the Royal Marines, where Marines acknowledged Sergeants on first name terms and visa versa, built a foundation of trust and competence. JP explains how he uses those same principles today to empower his teams and identify individual strengths. * We reflect on our time in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Where you go from patrolling through poppy fields one minute, to realizing you’re caught in an ambush. * The level playing field of war and how it has it’s way of showing you who you really are. * We also remember the real heroes, specifically discussing the incredible courage of fellow Marine Cousie Jones, who earned the Military Cross for his actions under fire. Listen out for “Bootneck” Slang: As two former Marines, the conversation is peppered with jargon! You might hear terms like: * Dit: A story (a “genuine dit” is a true one). * Green Lid: The iconic Commando green beret. * Threaders: Extremely annoyed or fed up. * Scran: Food. Houston, we have a problem… Unfortunately, due to technical difficulties some of the conversation was cut short. However, I still wanted to share what we did record of the conversation because I think it will give some insight into the realities of war, which many people think only existed 100 years ago. I hope you enjoyed that episode with JP, I know I did! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify and sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

12. 

    2 Apr 2026

    Learning to drink tea with the Devil

    My guest for this episode is Alain Sauvage. I first met Alain through a men’s group I co-facilitated here on the Sunshine Coast. He is a former school teacher and principal, and today, he serves as a grandfather and mentor. At 70, he is an avid surfer and active member of the community. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/podcast). Key points from the episode Alain recounts his early childhood in Kenya, living in a house of local materials where lions and hippos were part of the neighborhood. Despite the idyllic memories of an African nanny and camping under the stars, his family’s move to Perth in the 1960s sparked a lifelong struggle with belonging. As a "third culture" immigrant with French parents who didn't quite fit the Anglo-Saxon mold nor the Italian "wog" groups at school, Alain often felt like an outsider. The conversation dives deep into Alain’s evolving understanding of masculinity and faith. He describes a spiritual journey that moved from traditional Catholic belief to a mystical, “Desert Father” style of prayer centered on the silence between thoughts. For Alain, spirituality is not a Sunday activity but a “unitive experience” that connects him to the earth, with all beings and the Aboriginal spirit. A central theme of the episode is Alain’s experience with rheumatoid arthritis. He offers a powerful metaphor for dealing with debilitating pain: instead of fighting it, he invites the “devil” in for tea. Alain argues that the language of “fighting” illness is unhelpful because it targets a part of oneself. “I started then to make peace with my body and to say… have a cup of tea with my pain and say, 'oh, you’re going to hang around today, aren't you? All right, how are we going to dance? Let's dance together.” Now serving as a grandfather and mentor, Alain reflects on the transition from the “cocky 30-year-old” who thought he knew everything to a community elder who realizes he knows less now than ever. He shares the gentle advice he gives his grandchildren: persist, believe in your own beauty, and don’t let the hooks of social media get under your skin. Alain’s story is a reminder that while we cannot control the upheaval of life or the limitations of our bodies, we can choose how we dance with them. I hope you enjoyed that episode with Alain! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify and sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! Join the crew Be part of the community, remember “no man is an island”! Share your thoughts by participating in the comments section! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

13. 

    20 Mar 2026

    Harder to kill and easier to love

    In this episode, I talk to Pat Barber, who I know from my work with CrossFit. He is a father of 4, CrossFit Seminar lead instructor and founder of the Father’s guild, a practical training initiative for fathers who want to be more present and impactful at home. We discuss how Pat’s coaching has gone from the gym floor to the personal development space. We also talk about the importance of emotional regulation, the journey of self-discovery, the balance between reflection and action, and unconditional love Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/podcast). Key points from the episode * Emotional regulation and the transformative power of manual journaling for slowing down to accurately form thoughts and assess your emotional state. * Navigating the disconnect between a “logical” mind and a “visceral” body response during a personal mental breakdown centered around attachment. * Our experience with “Parts” therapy, where Pat shares how he discovered a version of himself that felt profoundly lonely despite a seemingly happy exterior. * Spiritual Bypassing vs. Action, how another 10-day ayahuasca trip isn’t always the answer and the importance of taking physical action in the material world. * The Foundation of Unconditional Love: Why feeling loved at a core level is a prerequisite for being “steady” and how to find that “divine guidance” if it wasn’t provided by earthly parents. * The “Ready” Myth of Fatherhood: Pat’s refreshing take on why you are never truly “ready” to be a dad, but why it remains the most purposeful “job” one can ever have. “You’re crazy if you think you know what it’s like to have a kid before you have a kid... but don’t wait to be ready for it, because that s**t’s not going to happen.” Connect with Pat I hope you enjoyed that episode with Pat! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. Visit thefathersguild.com (https://thefathersguild.com) to learn more about The Father’s Guild retreat. Follow Pat on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thefathersguild/) and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@thefathersguild) and check out The Father’s Guild Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/7LeRRAx3WqOVqQ8drbDtR3?si=c0bd1f2e480e4f22) Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify and sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! Join the crew Be part of the community, remember “no man is an island”! Share your thoughts by participating in the comments section! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

14. 

    12 Mar 2026

    Forging purpose through service

    In this episode of Taming Thumos, I sit down with Dafydd (Davs) Dennis, a former Royal Marine, 15 year CrossFit gym owner and CrossFit Seminar Flow Master, to discuss the importance of physical training for your mental health, trust and the transition from military to civilian life. We also talk about the grueling upcoming charity challenge for our mutual friend, McCoy Turner, whose passing serves as the catalyst for raising awareness about the “silent epidemic” of male suicide. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/p/episode-1). The Power of “Shared Suffering” Davs and I explore why CrossFit gyms and military service create such unbreakable bonds. Davs explains that communities forged through shared physical suffering—whether in the Marines or a CrossFit box—create a “safety network” and mental stability that is difficult to find in typical civilian life or in “globo gyms”. Transitioning from the Military We talk about how joining the Royal Marines at age 16, significantly shaped our lives, for better and for worse. Difficulty trusting people in “Civvy Street,” where in the Marines you were about to trust people with your life. I reflect on my early desire to shed my “Marine” identity to fit into civilian life, while Davs discusses the initial embarrassment—and eventual pride—associated with his service. Remembering McCoy We share memories of our friend McCoy, the “perfect actor” who could lead seminars with high energy while privately struggling with complex PTSD and depression. We discuss the isolation trap and how McCoy’s move to Bali may have contributed to his struggles by removing the “structure and community” that had previously kept him grounded. The 3 Peaks 10k To honor McCoy’s life and support his family, Davs, Rob Lawson and Dave Palfreman are participating in an extreme version of the UK Three Peaks Challenge (https://maximumadventure.com/adventure/the-3-peaks-challenge/?campaignid=23567006326&adgroupid=194168670958&keyword=three%20peaks%20challenge%20uk&device=c&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23567006326&gbraid=0AAAAAD_OYs2jY4B1EUysXAgaBig5IDN6S&gclid=CjwKCAjwyMnNBhBNEiwA-Kcgu7k0At7I0LVlYBie6o9B5Avlg4i3ZIP3mIpDvYLRqfxdyjwmGRULixoC9mAQAvD_BwE). Where they will climb the UK’s three highest peaks with 35kg Rogue Echo rowers (https://www.rogueaustralia.com.au/rogue-echo-rower-au?srsltid=AfmBOopw4uo_0EDZzVQr5byiBJv-Bwt8xTYzGscVbRvJ2v1scRhl3-MW) strapped to their backs. At the summit of each mountain, they will row 10km before descending and driving straight onto the next mountain. All with the intent of raising funds for McCoy’s two sons, Brodie and Tommy, and to raise awareness of men’s mental health and the silent epidemic of male suicide. “Every single step will be f*****g god-awful... but it’s not as bad as what he went through.” — Davs Dennis Support the Cause I hope you enjoyed the conversation with Davs! Please share your “take aways” in the comment section below and consider sharing the episode with your friends and family. You can support the 3 Peaks 10K challenge and McCoy’s family by donating to their JustGiving page here (https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/for-mccoy?utm_term=8MqY2W6XX&utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL). You can also follow the progress of the team on Davs’ Instagram here (https://www.instagram.com/davsdennis?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==). Also… If you’re struggling with your mental health and experiencing suicidal ideation, do not hesitate to contact your local mental health crisis service: Australia: Lifeline (https://www.lifeline.org.au/) 13 11 14 UK: 111 or 116 123 for the Samaritans (https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/)or text SHOUT 85258 to contact the Shout Crisis Text Line (https://www.giveusashout.org/), or text "YM" if you're under 19 Stay up-to-date Support this work, and never miss an episode with a subscription—every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Join the crew Be part of the community, remember “no man is an island”! Share your thoughts by participating in the comments section! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

15. 

    1 Mar 2026

    Hello and welcome to Taming Thumos...

    Hi, Welcome to Taming Thumos… My name is Tom Henry, I’m a psychologist and former Royal Marines Commando. I’m your host and this is a short intro episode to give you some insight into the inspiration behind the podcast and what it’s all about. The aim of this podcast is simple: to provide relatable content that helps men feel less alone and empower them by drawing upon other men’s experiences and their own internal resources to climb out of the proverbial pit. I also hope to normalise the challenges of being a man in our modern western culture and inspire men to reach out for support as needed. We all need to “go monk” from time to time, but as a good friend reminded me during one of my “monk” phases, “no man is an island”... And with any luck, these conversations might also serve to provide some insight into the specific challenges men face for their partners, friends and family. I will be interviewing men from many different age groups and walks of life to provide a breadth of experiences that all men will be able to relate to. Expect to hear inspiring stories that usually remain behind closed doors, but the very stories we need to hear to validate our own experience. And from those stories, pearls of wisdom and actionable steps that helped men get through various challenges in their lives. Reminding you that you don’t need to go “full David Goggins mode” to pull yourself out of the pit! With the right mindset, skills, community and a little bit of faith, you can too! Welcome friend… Stay up-to-date Support this work, and never miss an episode with a subscription—every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Join the crew Be part of the community, remember “no man is an island”! Share your thoughts by participating in the comments section! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

16. 

    24 Feb 2026

    Finding your true north

    In this debut episode of Taming Thumos, I’m welcoming Dave Venus, for a candid conversation about men’s mental health, military service, and the long journey toward finding his “True North” after the uniform came off. Scroll down if you’d like to watch the conversation or if you’re listening on Spotify please visit the Substack page here (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/p/episode-1). The Military Bond and the “Slow Creep” of PTSD We reflect on our shared history in the Royal Marines, particularly our time deployed in Afghanistan 2007. Dave recalls the paradox of active combat: while facing extreme danger, life felt more real, friendships were more authentic, and the “pantomime” of civilian roles dropped away. However, we also discuss the “slow creep” of returning home, where the loss of the military’s scaffolding can lead to a loss of direction. Dave shares his personal struggle with memory loss and the eventual “crashing down” of his life—experiencing divorce and the sudden deaths of two immediate family members, all within a six-month period. Holistic Healing and the Western Mind Dave’s path to recovery led him away from traditional medical routes toward more intensive practices like CrossFit then into the energetic space of yoga to settle the “snow globe” of the Western mind. He talks about the importance of re-connecting the mind to the body, moving away from the disembodied state often demanded by modern work and technology. We also discuss the challenges of integrating deep healing modalities like plant medicine and long meditation retreats into a Western culture that lacks the necessary communal infrastructure to support them. The Search for Elders and Meaning The conversation shifts to a critique of the modern “radical individual nature” of society and the disappearance of the three-generational household. Dave asserts that Men in crisis should seek an “elder”—someone who has lived through the pitfalls and embodies their teachings who can guide you through it. Dave shares his adopted mantra “Suit up, shut up, show up”—a reminder to be of service, quiet the voice that demands constant validation, and stay grounded in the present moment. I hope you enjoyed that episode with Dave! Please feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. Support the cause If you’re enjoying the podcast, and would like to support men’s mental health, consider leaving a 5 star review on Spotify and sharing the episode on your social media! Stay up-to-date Never miss an episode by subscribing to Taming Thumos on Substack (https://tamingthumos.substack.com/), it’s free! Every new episode and article is sent directly to your email inbox. Or if you’re listening on Spotify hit the notification bell to stay up to date with future episodes! Join the crew Be part of the community, remember “no man is an island”! Share your thoughts by participating in the comments section! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamingthumos.substack.com (https://tamingthumos.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

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