Traditional therapy approaches are not effective for men because they are looking for practical solutions and guidance, not just endless talk therapy, and they need a different approach that aligns with the way the male brain processes and deals with problems.
Questions to inspire conversations
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Why are traditional therapy approaches not effective for men?
—Traditional therapy approaches are not effective for men because they are looking for practical solutions and guidance, not just endless talk therapy, and they need a different approach that aligns with the way the male brain processes and deals with problems.
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How do male and female brains differ in processing problems?
—Male brains tend to act upon problems, while female brains tend to observe and process information, communicate to feel heard, and value shared decision-making.
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What can make men feel pitied and helpless in therapy?
—Therapy models that focus on making men feel heard and loved can make them feel pitied and helpless, and most therapy approaches are not designed to help the male brain deal with pain or find solutions.
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What do men need in therapy that traditional approaches don't provide?
—Men need practical solutions and guidance in therapy, not just endless talk therapy, and they need a different approach that aligns with the way the male brain processes and deals with problems.
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How can therapy approaches be more effective for men?
—Therapy approaches can be more effective for men by aligning with the way the male brain processes and deals with problems, providing practical solutions and guidance, and helping them find solutions to their pain.
Key insights
- 🤔 Most therapy approaches are not designed to help the male brain deal with pain or find solutions, making men believe therapy is worthless and skip it.
- 🤔 Men are looking for Solutions and guidance in how to apply those Solutions, not just endless talk therapy.
- 🧠 The male brain tends to observe forward and act when seeing a problem, while the female brain tends to make deeper connections and process it before making a decision.
- 🚀 During times of crisis, men can find purpose and motivation to pull out of their struggle and do what they are supposed to do.
Timestamped Summary
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00:00 👨⚕️ Most therapy approaches are not designed to help the male brain deal with pain, leading to men feeling therapy is worthless, and the focus on feelings rather than solutions is due to the overwhelming number of therapists lacking the necessary skills and experience.
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01:18 🤔 Men with depression seek solutions and guidance, not endless talk about feelings, and therapy models should focus on restoring their sense of personal power.
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02:10 🧠 Male brains tend to act upon problems, while female brains tend to observe and process information, communicate to feel heard, and value shared decision-making, but therapy approaches are not designed to help the male brain deal with pain or find solutions.
- Male brains tend to act upon problems, while female brains tend to observe and process information, communicate to feel heard, and value shared decision-making.
- Therapy models that focus on making men feel heard and loved can make them feel pitied and helpless, and most therapy approaches are not designed to help the male brain deal with pain or find solutions.
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03:35 🤔 Men and women deal with pain differently, with women seeking comfort and connection while men prefer to find a purpose and push through it alone.
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04:25 👨⚕️ Men can overcome depression when they have a purpose or responsibility that motivates them to take action.
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05:35 👨 Men are insecure due to lack of purpose, relationships, and patriotism, leading to a lack of human impact.
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06:31 👨⚕️ Men should focus on creating a lasting human impact in their lives as a purpose for their existence.
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07:14 👨⚕️ Men and women have different purposes and goals in life, with men seeking to create a life-changing impact while women focus on helping others thrive and endure.
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