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When High-Performing Men Quietly Break Down Under Chronic Stress
Description
What happens when a man keeps functioning on the outside while silently falling apart inside? On Mind Over Masculinity, former Silicon Valley engineer Andre Crabb shares the hidden cost of chronic stress, emotional suppression, and carrying too much for too long.
This episode is for men who feel exhausted, mentally loud, emotionally disconnected, or trapped in a life that no longer feels aligned. Andre opens up about burnout, boundaries, people-pleasing, and the practical steps that helped him reclaim clarity and peace.
About the Guest:
Andre Crabb is a former Silicon Valley engineer who helps people release chronic stress through structured mind-body practices and emotional awareness.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 The silent breakdown many men hide
04:12 Escaping stress through work and travel
09:03 The pressure of providing and people-pleasing
13:28 Why boundaries matter for men’s mental health
18:02 The hidden signs of emotional burnout
23:40 How stress gets trapped inside the body
27:05 Andre’s first practical stress-release exercise
Key Takeaways:
- Chronic stress often shows up as mental noise and emotional numbness
- People-pleasing and weak boundaries quietly drain men over time
- Emotional suppression can impact memory, reactions, and relationships
- Releasing physical tension is a practical first step toward healing
- Resilience grows when stress is processed instead of ignored
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Website: Top Human
Instagram: Top Human Instagram
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