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We Train Boys Not to Feel | The Hidden Crisis in Male Mental Health
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- The Chronic Truth
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- Jan 9, 2026
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- 1550
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Summary
What if everything we think about boys and emotions is backwards? Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst, a pioneering psychologist with 50 years of experience, will pull back the curtain on the emotional suppression of men in our culture. In this enlightening and thought-provoking episode, Gloria reveals: 🔴 The Shocking Research: Boys enter the world with a wider emotional range than girls. Dr. Vanderhorst explains how we systematically train them to suppress it from infancy, and the lifelong cost of that narrowing. 🟢 The Relational Fallout: Why the phrase "boys don't cry" is a direct contributor to failed relationships and emotional disconnect in partnerships. Discover why men often can't express fear or sadness, and how that "emotional robot" persona breaks down marriages. 🟣 The Path to Healing: From groundbreaking men's groups to a unique journal that uses drawing to unlock non-verbal trauma, Dr. Vanderhorst provides the tools for men to reclaim their emotional birthright and for all of us to raise a healthier generation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Emotional Expression in Men 03:09 Understanding Boys' Emotional Range 08:01 The Impact of Emotional Suppression 10:59 Tools for Raising Emotionally Healthy Boys 13:33 The Importance of Mental Health 17:39 Creating Safe Spaces for Emotional Expression 19:29 Exploring Emotions Through Creative Outlets 22:44 Resources for Emotional Growth Connect with Dr. Vanderhorst: 💻 Website 📘 EVRYMAN : Men's Support Group To support the show, visit our website at chronictruthpodcast.com This episode is brought to you by: The Chronic Truth Podcast, LLC Host/Executive Producer: Kimberly Nash Podcast Creative Director & Co-Producer: Jay Wilson, for …