Episode Details

When a man’s “I’ve got this” finally cracks, the world doesn’t always meet him with care—it often meets him with certainty for sale. In Mind Over Masculinity, hosted by Sana, we talk about the trust crisis many men are quietly living through, and why burnout makes “quick transformation” feel like safety.

This episode is for men who feel off but don’t know where to start—and for anyone who cares about men healing without losing their agency. Dr. Jonathan Locust Jr. shares what collapse feels like from the inside, why intelligence doesn’t protect us from vulnerability, and what real, practical rebuilding looks like when it’s grounded in process, community, and integrity.

About the Guest:

Dr. Jonathan Locust Jr. is a PhD-level researcher, former university vice president, and founder of ConsiRise, a vetted holistic practitioner community built in response to exploitation he witnessed and experienced.

Episode Chapter:

1. 00:05:44 — The masculinity script that keeps men functional but hollow
2. 00:09:09 — What “collapse” looks like when you’re the one holding it together
3. 00:13:11 — How smart, capable men still get exploited in vulnerable seasons
4. 00:17:41 — Why burnout makes men targets for gurus and certainty-based communities
5. 00:22:20 — Where to start when you feel off: free, practical daily tools
6. 00:27:43 — “Woo-woo” vs ignorance: reclaiming agency through education
7. 00:31:21 — How to find Dr. Jonathan + join ConsiRise community

Key Takeaways:

1. Burnout makes certainty feel like safety—pause before you hand over your agency.
2. Start with free foundations: breathwork, guided meditation, and quiet contemplation.
3. Journal to bridge your unconscious and conscious mind—ask “why am I off?” on paper.
4. Use grounding visualizations to release overload and return with clearer insight.
5. Pay attention to dreams—they often mirror what you’re avoiding in waking life.
6. Seek communities built on structure and integrity—not shame or dependency.

How to Connect With the Guest:

1. Website: https://www.conscirise.com/
2. LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube
3. Learn more about ConsciRise and join the community for conscious seekers and practitione