Season 3 kicks off with a high bar, and our very first episode dives deep into modern masculinity through the eyes of someone living it every day—my son, Toshi. Having him as our inaugural young man’s voice was uniquely special. Though we talk often, sharing these insights on a public platform opened the door to understanding boys even wider.Toshi offers a fresh perspective on nature versus nurture—and challenges the idea that genders are so different after all. He speaks candidly about how today’s education system can fuel men’s mental-health struggles, and he reflects on a recent personal challenge that reshaped his view of life’s true quality.From shifting gender norms to mental health challenges, education gaps, and rediscovering the authentic self, Toshi shares candid insights drawn from his own experiences growing up and navigating modern pressures.Full disclosure: I’m biased as his mom, but this conversation is important. Men will find comfort in knowing they’re not alone, and parents or caregivers will gain rare access to the emotional world of boys—something I’m always passionate about illuminating. Enjoy the episode, then please share it with someone who needs to hear it.Feeling motivated? Here's a short, powerful coaching experience to help you tune in, connect, and understand your son—one tiny step at a time.Join my free 1:1 Tiny Challenge™: 3 Days to a Stronger Connection With Your Son✨ In just 3 days, you’ll take one small step each day to understand, connect, and affirm your son—no overwhelm, no pressure, just powerful parenting in action.Here’s how it works: ✔️ I’ll send you one simple action + reflection each day ✔️ You’ll message me back with your experience ✔️ I’ll support you personally with insights, encouragement, and next steps👉 Ready to get started? You can just send me a note at [email protected] and say “I’m in!” and I’ll take care of the rest.Guest BioToshi is a creator and professional problem solver who loves spending time with family and immersing himself in nature. He cherishes authentic expression and advocates for kinder, more flexible norms around masculinity and learning.Key TopicsBeing a Man TodayGender roles are shaped more by nurture—our environments and media—than nature.Today’s generation has both more freedom and more conflicting messages about masculinity.Protector, Provider, Procreator?Traditional archetypes (protector/provider) may be fundamentally human rather than strictly gendered.Cultural expectations and media-driven ideals create boxes that can be challenging to fit into.Mental Health & LonelinessAuthentic self-expression and real-world connections are vital antidotes.Education & OpportunityOne-size-fits-all schooling “forces a turtle to run faster than a cheetah.”A more flexible, interest-driven learning environment could nurture boys’ curiosity and confidence.Pressure PointsSocietal pressure to maintain an emotional “flatline” can stifle authenticity.Comparing oneself to an idealized standard—reinforced by peers and media—fuels negative self-worth.Rediscovering the Authentic SelfIt’s easy to drift away from who you truly are.Practice self-kindness and question “should” narratives to realign with your authentic self.📌 Notable Quotes“The farther you get away from your authentic self, the more negative experiences you have.” “There’s no one way to do it—just ways that are more or less authentic expressions of the self.” “Enjoy the good times and remember that the bad times will pass.”🔗 Connect with ToshiYouTube:...

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