There may be times when you have a hard time believing in, or having compassion for, yourself. Today’s Man Alive guest, Daniel Ellenberg, talks with me about the importance of men finding compassion for themselves, as well as bringing it to others.

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Many people are talking about the crisis of loneliness and disconnection men (and humans) face these days. Life can be challenging and confusing. There are times when good men (and people) are pushed aside or thrown under the bus.

Since you’re reading this, I’m holding that you are someone who does your best to be respectful and connected with others. And there may be times when you have a hard time believing in, or having compassion for, yourself.

Today’s Man Alive guest, Daniel Ellenberg, talks with me about the importance of men finding compassion for themselves, as well as bringing it to others. Daniel is an executive and leadership coach, organizational trainer, group facilitator, consultant, advisor, therapist, and researcher. He has coached leaders in companies such as Oracle, Roche Pharmaceutical, ESPN, NASA, Yahoo and more. As a past president of the American Psychological Association division that focuses on men and masculinities, Daniel has been a leader in considering what it takes for men to be healthy and happy, as they contribute to more good in the world.

In our deep and important conversation we discussed…



* What compassion actually is — the yin and yang of it

* How compassion could be the missing link to our survival

* How being relational is not just for women and the importance of creating positive male community

* The impact of a lack of compassion — shut down of the emotional body, callousness, and even cruelty

* How to metabolize and release stressors so you aren’t stuck in a state of stress

* How the “Man Box” relates to compassion



Daniel has been a respected leader in the field of men’s work for decades. When you’re done listening to this episode, check out his upcoming conference from the Men and Boys Compassion Initiative on the Transformational Power of Male Compassion. The link is in the show notes.

Here’s to you having compassion for yourself, and for those around you.











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