ManTalks Podcast

Connor Beaton

The ManTalks podcast features conversations between one of the leading men’s work facilitators, Connor Beaton, and world class guests with expertise in mindset, life purpose, psychology, relational communication, sexual intimacy, business and spirituality. For more information about ManTalks go to: http://www.mantalks.com

  1. −5 H

    Trusting Yourself Again After Trauma - Coaching Session

    I sit down with Josh to unpack the deep-rooted patterns driving his self-doubt and anxiety in a new relationship. What begins as uncertainty about love quickly reveals unresolved grief, childhood trauma, and a lingering sense of guilt around his mother’s passing. Together, we explore how past experiences shape our ability to trust ourselves and make decisions. This is a powerful look at what it takes to move from rumination and fear toward self-trust and emotional freedom. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Opening The Conversation 01:00 - New Relationship, Old Doubts 02:00 - Marriage Breakdown And Mental Health 05:00 - First Panic Attacks And Early Trauma 10:00 - Losing His Mother 18:00 - Grief Comes To The Surface 23:00 - What He Misses Most 29:00 - Guilt And Self-Blame 33:00 - Can You Forgive Yourself? 36:00 - Fear Of Making The Wrong Choice 42:00 - Why Good Relationships Feel Unsafe 44:30 - Rebuilding Trust In Yourself *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    47 min
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    The Mother Wound Destroying Most Men's Relationships

    I explore how the “Mother Wound” shapes the way many men experience love, connection, and intimacy. I break down how early emotional patterns formed in childhood can quietly influence adult relationships, often without us realizing it. We talk about why love can feel distant, confusing, or something that has to be earned. Most importantly, I share practical shifts that can help you build healthier, more secure relationships. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Why you’re not bad at relationships 00:00:32 - Understanding the mother wound 00:00:42 - Your first relationship sets the blueprint 00:07:21 - How childhood defines your idea of love 00:11:27 - When love becomes distance 00:14:42 - Anxiety and relationship patterns 00:22:00 - Stop earning love *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    26 min
  3. 30 MARS

    What Destroys Relationships Over Time, with Debra Lieberman

    I sit down with Debra Lieberman to explore the deeper psychological patterns that shape our relationships. We unpack why people unknowingly sabotage love, how unconscious behaviors influence attraction, and what drives conflict beneath the surface. Debra brings a sharp, science-backed perspective that challenges conventional thinking about modern relationships. This episode will push you to look at your own patterns with more clarity and honesty. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction and Technical Difficulties 00:45 - Setting the Stage for the Conversation 05:30 - Understanding Relationship Patterns 12:10 - Why People Sabotage Love 20:45 - The Role of Unconscious Behavior 32:00 - Attraction and Psychological Drivers 45:15 - Conflict and Misalignment 58:40 - Breaking Negative Patterns 01:08:20 - Practical Insights for Better Relationships 01:14:50 - Closing Thoughts *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    1 tim 17 min
  4. 26 MARS

    The Internet Is Destroying Relationships (Here’s the Data to Prove It)

    I break down how the internet is quietly reshaping modern relationships and not in a good way. I explore the data behind rising breakup culture and why so many people are being encouraged to walk away instead of working things out. We dive into how online advice is influencing real-world decisions and what that means for commitment, patience, and communication. If you’ve ever wondered why relationships feel more fragile today, this conversation will give you a clear perspective. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - The Internet & Relationships 00:33 - The Core Problem 01:05 - Fragile Relationships 01:37 - Reddit Study Insights 01:50 - 5 Million Data Points 03:08 - “Just Leave” Culture 03:24 - Breakup Advice Surge 04:03 - The Bigger Trend *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    22 min
  5. 23 MARS

    The 3 Things That Destroy Intimacy In your Relationship

    I sit down with Stefanos Sifandos to unpack what masculine leadership really looks like inside a relationship. We dive into ownership, control, emotional safety, and why so many men struggle with intimacy and sexual connection. Stefanos shares powerful insights on breaking shame, communicating desire, and building deeper trust with your partner. If you’ve ever felt disconnected, frustrated, or unsure how to lead in your relationship, this episode will challenge and ground you. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Masculine Leadership Defined 01:11 - Ownership Without Shame 03:26 - Learning To Take Responsibility 06:58 - Control vs Leadership 08:02 - Signs Of Being Controlling 11:25 - Emotional Reactivity As A Signal 15:10 - Why Men Avoid Vulnerability 17:36 - Power Of Men’s Groups 23:52 - Trust And Brotherhood 28:52 - Why She Feels Unsafe 32:41 - Foundations Of Sexual Connection 34:58 - Complaint Kills Attraction 36:08 - Sex And Emotional Connection 38:40 - Behaviors That Destroy Intimacy 42:22 - Confronting Sexual Shame 47:50 - How To Express Desire 54:06 - Sexual Addiction Patterns 57:52 - What Men Are Really Seeking 01:00:25 - Is Marriage Worth It 01:05:44 - Stefanos’ Book And Closing *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    1 tim 8 min
  6. 19 MARS

    The Fastest Way to Quit Porn - What the Research Shows

    I break down what the research actually says about quitting pornography—and why most men are approaching it the wrong way. I explore the real drivers behind porn use, including shame, secrecy, and emotional regulation. You’ll learn why willpower isn’t enough and what actually creates lasting change. If you’ve struggled to quit or reduce porn, this episode will give you a practical and research-backed path forward. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction: The truth about porn and research 01:28 - Why secrecy is the real relationship problem 05:50 - How porn affects men vs women differently 09:07 - The shame cycle and moral incongruence 14:14 - Porn as emotional regulation 16:40 - The 10-minute awareness practice 17:45 - What actually works to quit porn 22:10 - The 5-step strategy to reduce or quit *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    25 min
  7. 16 MARS

    The Power of Being Present, with Light Watkins

    I sit down with Light Watkins to explore why so many of us stay stuck in patterns that keep us unhappy and unfulfilled. We talk about the hidden pull of the comfort zone, the resistance that shows up right before real change, and why success alone rarely delivers the fulfillment we expect. Light shares practical ideas for cultivating presence, building meaningful habits, and taking the “tortoise approach” to lasting change. If you’ve ever felt trapped between chasing success and wanting a more meaningful life, this conversation will give you a different way to think about growth. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Why We Repeat Unhealthy Patterns 01:28 Familiarity vs Real Change 03:18 Resistance Before Transformation 07:05 Choosing Stress Intentionally 11:07 Why Men Stay in Broken Situations 17:42 Success Without Fulfillment 19:00 What Presence Really Means 23:50 The Success Trap of Modern Life 28:37 The Singing Cancer Doctor Story 36:36 Building Presence Through Daily Practices 42:57 The Tortoise Approach to Change *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    51 min
  8. 12 MARS

    Why You Feel So Stuck (And What To Do)

    I break down the real reason you keep falling into the same self-sabotage patterns - and it's not what you think. I explain how your brain is wired to keep you stuck in familiar territory, and why doing more is never the answer. The key to getting unstuck isn't adding something new - it's having the courage to let go of the belief, behavior, or story that's been keeping you in place. I also share the one motto I've used for years that completely changed how I relate to change: I let change change me. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00:00 - Welcome & Are You Stuck? 00:00:32 - The Biggest Misconception About Self-Sabotage 00:01:02 - Your Brain Is a Pattern Recognition Machine 00:02:19 - You Have to Venture Into Unknown Territory 00:04:00 - It's Not What You Need to Do - It's What to Let Go Of 00:05:01 - The Quicksand Analogy 00:06:23 - The Dog on the Nail Story 00:07:23 - Surrender to the Truth Already in Front of You 00:08:36 - I Let Change Change Me 00:12:59 - Final Thoughts & Call to Action *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    14 min

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The ManTalks podcast features conversations between one of the leading men’s work facilitators, Connor Beaton, and world class guests with expertise in mindset, life purpose, psychology, relational communication, sexual intimacy, business and spirituality. For more information about ManTalks go to: http://www.mantalks.com

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