In this first episode of our new series on The Masculine in Relationship by G.S. Youngblood, Charles and Dan dive into the foreword, preface, and opening chapters of the book that’s redefining modern masculinity.

They explore why real leadership in a relationship starts with grounded presence—not control—and how polarity, purpose, and emotional steadiness shape connection. This isn’t about blame or “fixing” your partner; it’s about showing up as a man who leads through clarity, direction, and self-awareness.

Listen as Charles and Dan unpack why Youngblood’s message challenges both modern culture and men’s comfort zones, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of purpose, power, and love in the episodes ahead.

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In this episode, Charles and Dan take a closer look at Stephen Bartlett’s conversation with Dr. Julie Smith on The Diary of a CEO — exploring what it really means to manage anxiety, build confidence, and grow through self-compassion instead of self-criticism.

They talk about why it’s so much easier to look “not needy” than to actually have your needs met, how rejection ties back to our deepest beliefs about worthiness, and why believable affirmations matter more than positive ones. You’ll also hear reflections on the difference between self-esteem and self-compassion, the myth of instant transformation, and how aligning your daily life with your core values makes sustainable growth possible.

During the conversation, Charles mentions a helpful free tool for exploring your own core values: personalvalu.es
— a simple A/B-style assessment that helps clarify which values drive your decisions and how to realign your habits to match them.

If you haven’t seen it yet, the full Diary of a CEO episode with Dr. Julie Smith is available here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgemIt_ESxo

For more from Dr. Julie Smith, visit:
https://www.drjuliesmith.com

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In this episode, Charles and Dan unpack one of their favorite conversations from The Diary of a CEO — Steven Bartlett’s interview with Simon Sinek.

They explore what it really means to “find your why,” why self-awareness beats self-improvement, and how honesty, feedback, and integrity all connect to a deeper sense of fulfillment that lasts longer than success or achievement ever could.

From the power of vulnerability to the courage of truth-telling, this episode dives into the difference between looking successful and actually feeling aligned with your purpose.

Watch the original Diary of a CEO conversation with Simon Sinek here:
👉 https://youtu.be/Q-zuTZuYeCg?si=r0eb40OnB4kyQJYW

Key Topics Discussed
• Why rediscovering your “why” matters more than chasing results
• The difference between self-awareness and self-improvement
• What the 48-hour honesty challenge reveals about integrity
• Why vulnerability means direct honesty, not public performance
• How feedback builds self-knowledge and better relationships
• Why fulfillment comes from service, not status

Takeaways for Listeners

1. Ask yourself why you want what you want — and keep asking until you hit something real.
2. Try the 48-hour honesty challenge: no white lies, no polite untruths.
3. Seek feedback from people who see you clearly — then say “thank you” and nothing else.
4. Reconnect your goals to purpose, not just performance metrics.

You can find all of our episodes, along with anything new we’re creating and sharing, at MindfullyMasculine.com

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