When men are used to solving problems, being told to “just be there” can feel deeply counterintuitive. In this conversation, Pat Smith and I explore why uncertainty can trigger a threat response in high-achieving men, and how presence, regulation, and curiosity can become more powerful than trying to fix everything.
This conversation is part of an ongoing series exploring men’s responses to the menopause transition.
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