What happens when your career conflicts with your deepest values? In this episode, Jacob Strong shares how leaving his job as a civil engineer led him to a new life filled with purpose and connection. His journey shows how movement and somatic practices can help us understand ourselves and our place in the world.Jacob Strong, now a somatic coach and men's work facilitator, started his career in environmental engineering in Sydney, Australia. Disillusioned by the industry's approach, he moved to Portugal and began exploring movement and embodiment. Jacob's path included yoga teacher training in Ibiza and intensive study with movement experts like Ido Portal. Today, he is part of the Red Beard Team, offering somatic coaching and men's retreats.Listeners will hear about Jacob's personal transformation from being emotionally unavailable to becoming empathetic and connected. He explains how practices like yoga, dance, and martial arts helped him reconnect with his body and emotions. Jacob also discusses the importance of men's work, emphasizing how it helps men balance their masculine and feminine energies and foster deeper relationships.Curious to learn more about Jacob's journey and how these practices can help you too? Listen to the full episode for practical insights and inspiration.Key Highlights:00:00 - Introduction00:27 - Jacob Strong and His Journey01:04 - Jacob Joins the Red Beard Team01:30 - From Civil Engineer to Somatic Coach02:32 - The Turning Point: Leaving Engineering03:57 - Discovering Yoga in Ibiza06:19 - Awakening to Environmental Conflicts09:11 - The Role of Movement in Personal Growth10:27 - Understanding the Body-Mind Connection13:23 - Learning from Indigenous Australian Wisdom16:34 - Training with Ido Portal19:00 - Developing Empathy through Movement21:52 - Insights from Chandler Stevens' Eco-Somatics28:35 - Unpacking Relationship Dynamics36:50 - The Power of Men's Work and RetreatsLinks and Resources: Connect with Jacob: https://www.redbeardsomatictherapy.com/team/jacob-strong Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jacob.alchemy Website: https://alchemybrothers.org/ 

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