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Episode 215: Strategising Your Mental Health
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Episode 215: Strategising Your Mental Health

Episode 215: Strategising Your Mental Health



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Mental health is receiving growing attention in public and professional conversations, with abundant advice on maintaining or improving well-being. Yet much of the existing guidance tends to overlook the distinct challenges many men encounter. Join co-hosts John Sanei and Erik Kruger in this episode of The Expansive Podcast as they discuss how societal shifts, evolving gender roles, and personal disconnect are contributing to rising male suicide rates and isolation. They share practical strategies for tackling these issues and improving men’s mental well-being.

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Men’s mental health is in crisis due to shifting societal expectations.

Many men struggle with their mental health, often due to societal changes that have left them feeling disconnected and unsure about how to act appropriately. Raised with specific expectations centered mainly on achievement and outcomes, many grown men find these performance-focused values at odds with today’s more inclusive and emotionally-aware cultural landscape. This misalignment has led to a men’s mental health crisis, underscored by rising suicide rates, particularly among young men, and reflected by lower participation in education and a decrease in securing high-quality jobs.

As women become more empowered and society embraces diverse gender roles, many men report feeling lost or alienated, often lacking the emotional support systems they need. This shift has also contributed to a broader societal divide where negative stereotypes about men, such as the phrase “...

About the Podcast

John Sanei is a futures strategist who combines human behavior and future studies. Erik Kruger is a keynote speaker, executive coach, and author.


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