169 - How to Stop Repeating the Patterns that Kill Your Relationships with Jayson Gaddis

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In this episode of the Mankind Podcast, hosts Boysen Hodgson and Brandon Clift are joined by Jayson Gaddis, founder of The Relationship School, to dive deep into the dynamics of relationships, emotional growth, and masculinity. Jayson shares his personal journey, starting with the pain and failure he experienced in relationships, and how that led him to do his inner work. He opens up about overcoming childhood conditioning, where he learned to suppress his emotions, leading to difficulties in intimacy and connection.

Key themes include the challenges men face in relationships, the role of emotional intelligence, and how both men and women can break unhealthy patterns. Jayson introduces his concept of "Lufu" (Listen Until They Feel Understood), a transformative approach to communication, particularly valuable for men struggling to connect with their partners.

The conversation also touches on how childhood experiences shape adult relationships, the importance of group work in healing, and the radical changes that can come from self-awareness. Jayson highlights the balance between fierce confrontation and tender care in coaching men to develop deeper, more meaningful relationships. He also shares his vision of reaching 17 million American families to teach them how to repair and grow from relational conflicts.

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Find Jayson Gaddis - https://relationshipschool.com/

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