Men & Fighting with Jan-Willem van der Heiden

Men & the Feminine with Londin Winters

In this episode of Brothers In Depth, I'm joined by Londin Winters, an author, coach, and retreat facilitator, to talk about the power of women when they surrender to the feminine, devotion, and what actually keeps intimacy alive in relationships over time. I asked Londin how devotion shows up in her daily life, and she shared that it's the thing that helps us live larger than our defense mechanisms and ego—especially when relationships are asking us not to collapse, withdraw, or shut down. Londin also shared her personal story about discovering the power of surrender on her own, and how it's changed everything about how she approaches intimacy and polarity in her relationship today. She was highly successful at manifesting and achievement (including winning an Emmy), but struggled in relationships until a spontaneous sacred sexuality workshop showed her that surrender can be an equal power to directive achievement. We talked about what surrender really is (and isn't): not submission or becoming smaller, but a full-power choice to rest into deference and let trust and polarity create real union and multiply love on its own. From there, we focused on practical tools for couples—especially men—like the "seer/feeler" dynamic and how a man's conscious "seeing" can melt a woman's defenses more than fixing or apologizing. We also spoke about making love beyond conditions and circumstance, including mood and cycle, and how men can reclaim desire in a way that feels safe and enlivening by naming what they want in the present moment and giving a woman space and timing to meet it. Connect with Londin online: Live Online Group Calls: https://www.patreon.com/c/yogaofintimacy [https://www.patreon.com/c/yogaofintimacy] Websites: Yoga of Intimacy: https://yogaofintimacy.co/ [https://yogaofintimacy.co/] Londin Angel Winters: https://www.justinpatrickpierce.com/https://londinangelwinters.com/ [https://londinangelwinters.com/] Books: Playing With Fire: The Spiritual Path of Intimate Relationship: https://a.co/d/0g8ovHdB [https://a.co/d/0g8ovHdB] The Awakened Woman's Guide to Everlasting Love: https://a.co/d/0fGmJZAA [https://a.co/d/0fGmJZAA] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/londinawinters/ [https://www.instagram.com/londinawinters/] Find more from James: Email: james@jamesmattingley.com [james@jamesmattingley.com] Website: https://www.jamesmattingley.com/ [https://www.jamesmattingley.com/] Instagram: @james.mattingley [https://www.instagram.com/james.mattingley/?hl=en] Free polarity guide: https://mailchi.mp/jamesmattingley/av41397s0n [https://mailchi.mp/jamesmattingley/av41397s0n]

Men & Fatherhood with Jason Seeman

In this episode of Brothers In Depth, I am joined by Jason Seeman, the creator of Raising Fathers, is a fatherhood guide, educator, and facilitator with over a decade of experience creating and facilitating education programs that have impacted over one million people globally. Today, Jason shares the transformative journey of fatherhood, and how his passion for supporting fathers was ignited both during his youth and through personal experiences as a father himself. We explore the idea that when a father fully shows up, it positively impacts the entire family unit. Jason recounts poignant moments from his own life, including a rite of passage he experienced during his first child's birth that brought up intense feelings of fear and anxiety, and how it propelled him to help other men navigate fatherhood. He also shares the different ways he's learned to help support fathers, such as cognitive reframing, community support, intergenerational healing, and the importance of emotional safety in relationships. Additionally, we discuss actionable daily practices for fathers to connect deeply with their children and partners, such as taking inventory of household tasks and the division of work in partnerships, finding ways to open up and be more vulnerable, and having the difficult conversations about values early on in a relationship — even before parenthood. If you're curious about how to enhance your emotional connection and presence as a father, or want to learn about supporting your partner during the complexities of early parenting, this episode is an eye-opener. Join us for a rich conversation that illuminates the path toward a more mindful and connected fatherhood journey. Connect with Jason online: Website: https://www.raising-fathers.com/ [https://www.raising-fathers.com/] Instagram: @raising_fathers [https://www.instagram.com/raising_fathers/] Apply for the True North Fatherhood Prep program http://www.raising-fathers.com/www.raising-fathers.com/truenorth [http://www.raising-fathers.com/truenorth] Find more from James: Email: james@jamesmattingley.com [james@jamesmattingley.com] Website: https://glowstatecoaching.com/https://www.jamesmattingley.com/ [https://www.jamesmattingley.com/] Instagram: @james.mattingley [https://www.instagram.com/james.mattingley/?hl=en] Free polarity guide: https://mailchi.mp/jamesmattingley/av41397s0n [https://mailchi.mp/jamesmattingley/av41397s0n]

Men & the Underworld with Chris Skidmore

In this episode I sit down with my friend Chris Skidmore — biodynamic craniosacral therapist, astrologer, holistic psychotherapist, and lover of myth. We explore the underworld as it shows up in men's lives: the places we avoid, the emotional depths we'd rather not descend into, and the myths that map those territories. Chris talks about how myth gives shape to the unconscious, and how stories like the caterpillar's transformation mirror the initiations men go through when they're willing to slow down and feel what's actually moving inside them. We look at the fear and resistance most men have toward entering these darker states — depression, fear, despair — and how culture often rewards staying on the surface instead. We also speak about ritual, guidance, and altered states as ways of navigating these passages. Chris shares some of his own experiences with ritual work and how it's helped him move through difficult transitions. If you've felt a pull to something deeper, or sensed an emotional terrain you've been skirting around, this conversation is an invitation to turn toward it — and to discover what becomes possible when you do. Connect with Chris online: Website: https://onthesoulsterms.com/about-chris [https://onthesoulsterms.com/about-chris] Instagram: @on_the_souls_terms [https://www.instagram.com/on_the_souls_terms/?hl=en] Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/on-the-souls-terms/id1560527739 [https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/on-the-souls-terms/id1560527739] Find more from James: Email: james@jamesmattingley.com [james@jamesmattingley.com] Website: https://glowstatecoaching.com/https://www.jamesmattingley.com/ [https://www.jamesmattingley.com/] Instagram: @james.mattingley [https://www.instagram.com/james.mattingley/?hl=en] Free polarity guide: https://mailchi.mp/jamesmattingley/av41397s0n [https://mailchi.mp/jamesmattingley/av41397s0n]

Men & Fighting with Jan-Willem van der Heiden

Join me in this compelling conversation with Jan Willem van der Heiden about the transformative power of fighting as a means to achieve inner strength and emotional freedom. Jan shares how physical combat can be a powerful tool for personal growth, illustrating the often-overlooked benefits of fighting in developing mental strength and overcoming internal challenges. We discuss how fighting forces people to confront their deepest fears and insecurities, leading to significant breakthroughs in love, money, business, fatherhood, and more. Jan shares transformative stories of both men and women who have found inner peace and strength through controlled fighting scenarios, and how these experiences help them stay present and handle stress better in day-to-day life. We also touch on societal misconceptions about fighting, particularly from a woman's viewpoint, and how controlled physical confrontations can lead to deeper emotional connections and trust in friendships and romantic partnerships. Because of the vulnerability that comes with fighting, it can help people shed their defenses and open up to others. Connect with Jan-Willem online: Website: https://jwvanderheiden.com/about [https://jwvanderheiden.com/about] Instagram: @janwillemvanderh [https://www.instagram.com/janwillemvanderh/?hl=en] Find more from James: Email: james@jamesmattingley.com [james@jamesmattingley.com] Website: https://glowstatecoaching.com/https://www.jamesmattingley.com/ [https://www.jamesmattingley.com/] Instagram: @james.mattingley [https://www.instagram.com/james.mattingley/?hl=en] Free polarity guide: https://mailchi.mp/jamesmattingley/av41397s0n [https://mailchi.mp/jamesmattingley/av41397s0n]

Men & Erotic Power with Justin Patrick Pierce

I sat down with Justin Patrick Pierce, an author, mentor, and relationship coach, to discuss his profound insights on intimacy, monogamy, and the spiritual path of relationship. We kicked off the conversation by getting deep into Justin's unique position in the world of tantra and intimacy, where he and his partner, Londin, practice radical monogamy while raising a child, a rarity in this space. Justin opened up about why radical monogamy holds such significance for him and how he grew into this practice over time. We also discussed how people often enter the world of sacred sex and spirituality seeking heightened erotic experiences and multiple orgasms, which can turn into a yearning akin to an addiction. However, true spiritual growth in sexual practice involves moving beyond these initial cravings to achieve a state of real spiritual liberation and maturation. Finally, we get into a practice that I find to be one of the most intriguing paths I've taken in my spiritual practice — non-ejaculatory orgasm. Justin explained how men who abstain from ejaculation can maintain higher energy levels, enhance intimacy, and strengthen the bond with their partner. This practice is not simply about denying release, but transforming and circulating sexual energy throughout the body, thus enriching one's daily life and deepening intimate connections. For men looking to deepen their own spiritual practices, enhance the connection they have with their partner, or even if you're just starting down a spiritual path, I hope you'll take the time to listen to this full episode to better understand what it truly means to be a man walking a spiritual path. Connect with Justin online: Live Online Group Calls: https://www.patreon.com/c/yogaofintimacy [https://www.patreon.com/c/yogaofintimacy] Websites: Yoga of Intimacy: https://yogaofintimacy.co/ [https://yogaofintimacy.co/] Justin Patrick Pierce: https://www.justinpatrickpierce.com/ [https://www.justinpatrickpierce.com/] Books: Playing With Fire: The Spiritual Path of Intimate Relationship: https://a.co/d/0g8ovHdB [https://a.co/d/0g8ovHdB] The Awakened Woman's Guide to Everlasting Love: https://a.co/d/0fGmJZAA [https://a.co/d/0fGmJZAA] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinpatrickpierce [https://www.instagram.com/justinpatrickpierce] Find more from James: Email: james@jamesmattingley.com [james@jamesmattingley.com] Website: https://www.jamesmattingley.com/ [https://www.jamesmattingley.com/] Instagram: @james.mattingley [https://www.instagram.com/james.mattingley/?hl=en] Free polarity guide: https://mailchi.mp/jamesmattingley/av41397s0n [https://mailchi.mp/jamesmattingley/av41397s0n]