Building Strong Men: Faith, Mental Health, and Masculinity with Johnny Rios
Description
In this episode, Ryan interviews Johnny Rios, a licensed psychotherapist and founder of Primal Virtues, focusing on mental health, masculinity, and personal development. They discuss the challenges of performance anxiety faced by athletes and businessmen, strategies for overcoming fear and anxiety, and the integration of faith and spirituality in mental health practices. Johnny emphasizes the importance of healthy masculinity in family dynamics and the need for mentorship among men. He shares practical tips for being a better husband and father, and concludes with an overview of his work with Primal Virtues, aimed at building and rebuilding men in body, soul, and spirit.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Johnny Rios and His Journey
02:28 Understanding Performance Anxiety in Athletes and Businessmen
06:10 Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
15:40 Integrating Faith and Spirituality in Mental Health
18:17 The Role of Masculinity in Family and Business
22:47 Navigating Toxic Masculinity and Healthy Masculinity
28:53 Models of Masculinity: Historical and Personal Examples
32:32 Tips for Being a Better Husband and Father
37:44 Primal Virtues: Building and Rebuilding Men
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