Episode Details

What if “being strong” isn’t about staying silent—it’s about learning how to stay steady? On Mind Over Masculinity, hosted by Yusuf, we unpack how emotional regulation can be trained like any other skill: through small, repeatable practices that build real mental fitness.

This episode is for men (and the people who love them) who feel pressure to “hold it together,” but secretly feel overwhelmed, shut down, or reactive. Venchele shares how safety, community, and micro-habits can help you build capacity without losing your identity.

About the Guest:

Venchele Saint Dic is a public health writer and editor with 10+ years of experience focused on health access, education, and family empowerment. She’s currently pursuing a doctorate in public health leadership.

Episode Chapter:

1. 00:07:18 — Strength isn’t suppression: redefining what “control” really means
2. 00:08:50 — Where the “don’t feel” belief harms men most
3. 00:10:01 — True control = regulation: staying grounded with emotions present
4. 00:13:52 — Why avoidance is protection, not lack of depth
5. 00:15:08 — How underdeveloped regulation shows up in everyday relationships
6. 00:17:30 — What micro-habits are and why consistency beats intensity
7. 00:22:03 — Closing reminder: choose your own direction and redefine destiny

Key Takeaways:

1. Reframe control: suppression numbs; regulation steadies.
2. Build emotional capacity through safe, repeated relational experiences (friends, mentors, community).
3. Start micro-habits small and consistent—low intensity, high repetition beats occasional big effort.
4. Use discomfort + recovery (“stress inoculation”) to train steadiness without overwhelm.
5. Treat micro-habits like reps: small actions become a reliable toolbox when life gets hard.

6. How to Connect With the Guest

Website: https://pathwaycoachwriting.com/

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