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The Evolution of Masculinity and the Modern Relationship
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Understanding and Strengthening Modern Relationships with Kristal DeSantis
In this episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant discusses with Kristal DeSantis, a licensed marriage and family therapist, her expertise in trauma work and relationships.
Kristal shares her journey from avoiding marriage to becoming a leading authority in relational therapy. She insightfully states, 'I wanted my practice to reflect two things: tactical skills and a strength-forward approach.’
They delve into Kristal's STRONG model of relational therapy, which includes six pillars aimed at fostering healthy relationships.
The conversation also covers the evolution of relationships, the challenges men face, and the often overlooked issue of male sexual abuse.
Kristal notes, 'The experience of the intersection of pain and helplessness is often where trauma begins,’ emphasizing the transformative power of trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches in therapy.
00:00 Welcome to Real Men Feel
00:20 Introducing Kristal DeSantis
01:18 Kristal's Journey to Therapy
04:34 Focusing on First Responders
06:54 Understanding Trauma in Relationships
09:56 The STRONG Model of Relational Therapy
19:53 Challenges Men Face in Modern Relationships
24:41 Redefining Modern Protection
25:56 Debunking Misconceptions About Men and Relationships
27:53 The New Relationship Paradigm
29:42 Navigating the Modern Dating Landscape
35:25 Men as Survivors of Abuse
43:50 Resources and Final Thoughts
Resources
STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man, Kristal DeSantis
The Abuse OF Men by Women: It Happens, It Hurts, And It's Time to Get Real About It, Ann Silvers -- https://amzn.to/3XxaEB1
His History, Her Story: A Survival Guide for Spouses of Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Trauma, by Debra Warner -- https://amzn.to/4d8uZ5y
Links
Kristal DeSantis -- https://www.strong.love
Follow Kristal on IG -- www.instagram.com/atxtherapist
Connect with Andy and the Real Men Feel Podcast:
Interested in a Clarity Call with Andy? - visit https://theandygrant.com/talk
Instagram | @realmenfeelshow & @theandygrant
Personal Website | https://theandygrant.com for coaching, healing, and book info!
Podcast Website | http://realmenfeel.org for all things podcast-related!
RMF Facebook Group | http://realmenfeel.org/group
Support this podcast | https://anchor.fm/realmenfeel/support
YouTube | https://youtube.com/realmenfeel
#RealMenFeel ep 320
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realmenfeel/support
326 episodios
Manage episode 440951572 series 3073072
Understanding and Strengthening Modern Relationships with Kristal DeSantis
In this episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant discusses with Kristal DeSantis, a licensed marriage and family therapist, her expertise in trauma work and relationships.
Kristal shares her journey from avoiding marriage to becoming a leading authority in relational therapy. She insightfully states, 'I wanted my practice to reflect two things: tactical skills and a strength-forward approach.’
They delve into Kristal's STRONG model of relational therapy, which includes six pillars aimed at fostering healthy relationships.
The conversation also covers the evolution of relationships, the challenges men face, and the often overlooked issue of male sexual abuse.
Kristal notes, 'The experience of the intersection of pain and helplessness is often where trauma begins,’ emphasizing the transformative power of trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches in therapy.
00:00 Welcome to Real Men Feel
00:20 Introducing Kristal DeSantis
01:18 Kristal's Journey to Therapy
04:34 Focusing on First Responders
06:54 Understanding Trauma in Relationships
09:56 The STRONG Model of Relational Therapy
19:53 Challenges Men Face in Modern Relationships
24:41 Redefining Modern Protection
25:56 Debunking Misconceptions About Men and Relationships
27:53 The New Relationship Paradigm
29:42 Navigating the Modern Dating Landscape
35:25 Men as Survivors of Abuse
43:50 Resources and Final Thoughts
Resources
STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man, Kristal DeSantis
The Abuse OF Men by Women: It Happens, It Hurts, And It's Time to Get Real About It, Ann Silvers -- https://amzn.to/3XxaEB1
His History, Her Story: A Survival Guide for Spouses of Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Trauma, by Debra Warner -- https://amzn.to/4d8uZ5y
Links
Kristal DeSantis -- https://www.strong.love
Follow Kristal on IG -- www.instagram.com/atxtherapist
Connect with Andy and the Real Men Feel Podcast:
Interested in a Clarity Call with Andy? - visit https://theandygrant.com/talk
Instagram | @realmenfeelshow & @theandygrant
Personal Website | https://theandygrant.com for coaching, healing, and book info!
Podcast Website | http://realmenfeel.org for all things podcast-related!
RMF Facebook Group | http://realmenfeel.org/group
Support this podcast | https://anchor.fm/realmenfeel/support
YouTube | https://youtube.com/realmenfeel
#RealMenFeel ep 320
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realmenfeel/support
326 episodios
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