Self-Improvement
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XXVI. Understanding Attachment Styles
Disclaimer:I’m not a psychologist, therapist, or expert in attachment theory. I’m just a man who’s spent years exploring this space—through reading, conversation, and lived experience. This entry isn’t advice, it’s simply a reflection on what I’ve learned and how it’s helped me grow. Take what resonates, and leave the rest. Attachment styles are something I’ve…
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XXIV. Finding Purpose
I’ve spent a lot of this week stuck inside, fighting off some winter bug, isolated from the world outside, and forced into stillness. Truth be told, I was uncomfortable. I craved my routine, craved being around people. You can only watch so much TV or lay in bed scrolling TikTok before you start to go…
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XIX. Men: Surround Yourself With Kings
Before we dive into this entry of The Integrated Masculine, a quick word to the women who’ve shaped me: this entry may be for the men, but your impact on my growth is undeniable. You know who you are—thank you. This one’s for the men—but not just any men. The kings. For the men—but not…
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XIV. The 2-2-2-1 Rule
A simple practice to deepen connection I stumbled across the 2-2-2-1 rule while reading someone’s Bumble bio a while back. And I’ll be honest — I nearly scrolled right past it. Another catchy life-hack? Probably. I swiped left. But something about it stuck—it wasn’t your generic “..Get me off this app..” or “..You deserve good…
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XIII. The Modern Male Archetypes
I’ve been thinking lately about what kind of men I surround myself with. Each of my guy friends embody their own varying types of masculinity. But on a broader level, I found that they fit into one, or maybe a few different archetypes of masculinity. Before writing this entry, I’ll admit—I didn’t even know half…
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XII. Sauna and Chill?
Welcome to the world of hot & cold therapy! It’s something I’ve touched on before. My daily self-care routine habit. Every day that I can, I religiously stop by my gym on the way home, and utilise their recovery facilities—in particular; the sauna and ice bath (or cold plunge). It’s my way of regulating my…
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X. Less is More: The Paradox of Modern Society
“Everything is amazing right now, and nobody’s happy.” — Louis C.K. Welcome to another entry of The Integrated Masculine. Today, we’re diving into the paradox of modern society—why those with less often live more satisfied lives. I live in one of the wealthiest countries in the world. The average Australian income is now around $100,016…
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IX. Uncovering Unconscious Bias
How aware of your biases are you? Welcome to another entry of The Integrated Masculine Man! A recent conversation with a friend made me realise how unconscious bias plays into everyday interactions—including in this blog. So, I wanted to explore the different types of bias and how we can challenge them. One of my all-time…
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