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. 2 DAYS AGO

    Why You Don’t Trust Yourself (and How to Fix it)

    I sit down with Tim Ross to unpack why so many of us struggle to trust ourselves and how that lack of self-trust impacts our decisions and confidence. We explore the deeper roots of self-doubt, from past experiences to internal narratives that quietly shape how we show up. Tim shares powerful insights on rebuilding trust within yourself and taking ownership of your life. If you’ve been second-guessing your choices or feeling stuck, this conversation will give you a new perspective on how to move forward. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction 02:15 - Why Self-Trust Is So Hard to Build 06:40 - The Root of Poor Decision Making 10:05 - How Past Experiences Shape Your Confidence 14:20 - Recognizing Self-Sabotage Patterns 18:00 - Rebuilding Trust Within Yourself 22:30 - Taking Ownership of Your Choices 27:10 - Final Thoughts & Takeaways *** 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

    57 min
  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    Does She Have Daddy Issues - The Father Wound Most Women Never Heal

    I break down what people really mean when they talk about “daddy issues” and the deeper father wound that often goes unspoken. I explore how a woman’s relationship with her father can shape the way she experiences love, trust, and validation in adulthood. We look at the patterns that emerge - not from blame, but from understanding - and how these dynamics show up in relationships. Most importantly, I talk about what it takes to recognize and break these cycles so they don’t keep repeating. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - The “Daddy Issues” Conversation Begins 00:45 - Why This Isn’t About Blaming Fathers 01:20 - Absence, Inconsistency & Emotional Distance 02:05 - How Love Gets Wired Through Instability 03:10 - Chasing Validation in Relationships 04:05 - Not Evil, But Conditioned 07:25 - Seeing Love Through the Lens of Betrayal 11:40 - Pushing Away What You Actually Need 16:10 - How the Father Wound Shapes Identity 21:30 - Repeating the Same Relationship Patterns 27:05 - Awareness as the Turning Point 31:10 - What Isn’t Healed Will Repeat *** 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

    44 min
  3. 24 APR

    The Psychological Trap Crushing You and Most Men

    I dive into the "dragon of suppression," a psychological trap that far too many men mistakenly use as a methodology for building strength. I explore how hiding your pain and needs actually fuels a "shadow" identity that sabotages your goals, health, and relationships. By identifying what you’ve been pushing down since childhood and sharing it with a trusted community, you can reclaim your true power and resilience. Join me as I explain why transparency—not isolation—is the real path to psychological health and liberation. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Facing the Dragon of Suppression 01:46 The Dark Reality of Emotional Suppression 03:16 How Your Shadow Sabotages Your Life 04:03 The Survival Mechanism of "Sucking It Up" 05:42 Breaking the Path of Destruction 07:49 Steps to Identify What You’ve Suppressed 09:53 Why You Can't Heal in Isolation 11:58 True Strength Through Expression *** 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
  4. 16 APR

    The 5 Father Wounds and How to Fix Them

    I break down what the father wound really is and how it silently shapes your relationships, behavior, and identity as a man. I walk through the core archetypes of father wounds and how they show up in your daily life-from approval seeking to commitment issues and emotional disconnection. Most importantly, I share a clear, actionable path to start healing and reclaiming your sense of self. If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand, this episode will help you make sense of them and move forward. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00:00 - What Is the Father Wound 00:03:00 - Defining the Father Wound 00:06:00 - Identity, Competence & Belonging 00:12:30 - Archetype: The Ghost Dad 00:16:30 - Archetype: The Critical Father 00:22:30 - Archetype: The Volatile / Abusive Father 00:27:30 - Archetype: The Enmeshed Father 00:31:30 - Archetype: The Spineless Father 00:33:30 - How Father Wounds Show Up in Relationships 00:46:30 - Step 1: Name It 00:49:00 - Step 2: Grieve It 00:51:00 - Step 3: Separate Past from Present 00:53:30 - Step 4: Reparative Relationships 00:55:30 - Step 5: Become the Father You Needed *** 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

    52 min
  5. 9 APR

    How To Stay Sane When Everyone Is Going F_ckin Crazy

    I break down why so many people feel overwhelmed, anxious, and mentally scattered in today’s world. I explore how constant exposure to global information is disrupting our sense of reality and psychological stability. I also share my prediction for what’s coming over the next few years and why more people may struggle to stay grounded. Finally, I walk you through the key tools you’ll need to not just survive—but stay sane and resilient through massive change. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Why the world feels overwhelming 01:30 - The problem with too much information 03:20 - Consuming what you can’t control 04:50 - The 3 layers of reality 08:30 - How reality fragmentation affects your mind 14:20 - Entering the “Negredo” phase 18:40 - Skill 1: Adaptability 23:30 - Skill 2: Regulated resilience 30:10 - Choosing who you become *** 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

    48 min
  6. 6 APR

    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
  7. 2 APR

    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
  8. 26 MAR

    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

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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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