#31 Wexford Hurling Captain to Healer: Rewilding & Reclaiming What It Means to Be a Man: Diarmuid Lyng
Description
Former Wexford Hurling Captain Diarmuid Lyng opens up in one of the most honest and powerful conversations I've had yet. We dive deep into what it means to be a man in today’s world — the struggles, the silence, the shame, and the strength. Diarmuid speaks about the fear of fatherhood, the weight of responsibility, and the wildness that modern men have forgotten but deeply crave.
We explore grief, letting go, the pressure to hold it all together, and the quiet collapse so many men face alone. Diarmuid shares stories from the forest, the sweat lodges, and the circles where men drop their masks and remember who they are. He talks about joy, play, Hurling, Jiu Jitsu, relationships, ancient Irish rituals, and the power of softening without losing your edge.
If you’ve ever felt like there’s more to life, more to you, or that you’re carrying something too heavy to speak about — this episode will speak to you. It’s not just a podcast, it’s a portal.
Connect with Diarmuid Lyng
https://www.instagram.com/diarmuidlyng/
00:00 Family Life
06:17 Responsibility of being a Father
12:58 The Importance of Letting Go
19:03 The Dark Truth about Men
22:55 Why Men are Afraid to Change
29:54 Facing Your Fears Head On
37:26 Community & Returning to Hurling in My 40s
43:51 The Value my Wife Brings to My Life
47:24 How & Why Men are Healing
53:54 What Men are Learning about Themselves
54:53 Why I'm Passionate about Healing & Ireland
01:00:32 Working with Mens GAA Teams
01:05:04 Being at the Forefront of Mens Work In Ireland
01:10:18 Understanding The Value of Being Irish
01:13:02 The Magic of the Retreats
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