Why Modern Masculinity Is Completely Broken (And How to Fix It) - Aaron Johnson - #531

Support The Show On Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/AaronMachbitz Aaron Johnson joins Something For Everybody this week. Aaron is a public speaker, filmmaker, and founder of The Chronically UnderTouched (CUT) Project.  In this episode, Aaron Johnson and I explore the deep connections between mental health, grief, masculinity, and the importance of touch and vulnerability in men's lives. We discuss how cultural narratives shape our understanding of masculinity and the transformative power of authentic listening and emotional expression. - 💬 TEXT US: Text “HELLO” to 201-534-3681 to get positive messages daily. See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://everybodyspod.com/deals/ - Shop For Everybody  Use code SFE10 for 10% OFF 👉 https://shopforeverybody.com/ - Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and overview of the episode 01:59 Aaron shares his current life and emotional state 04:01 Balancing service-driven work with financial sustainability 07:04 The connection to land, nature, and childhood experiences 10:08 Understanding mental health in the black community 14:55 The importance of reevaluation and self-awareness 19:59 The role of listening and being truly heard 25:57 Grief as a universal and multifaceted experience 29:53 The journey of processing grief and emotional expression 40:05 The significance of platonic touch and physical connection 45:01 The impact of coaching and mentorship in emotional healing 49:49 Redefining masculinity and challenging stereotypes 54:56 The importance of community, brotherhood, and support - Extra Stuff:  Get my free guide of 4 things to quit to transform your life here: https://aaronmachbitz.com/quit/ - Join our exclusive community: https://www.patreon.com/AaronMachbitz - Aaron’s Website: https://www.cutproject.org/ - (Filmed on August 20th, 2026) Edited by Ben Rogerson (@BenRogerson_) - Episodes You Might Enjoy:  #418 - How to Be Happy: Jesus’ Surprising Path to Genuine Joy - Pastor Mike & Dr. Jeffrey https://everybodyspod.com/realhappy/ #433 - Crisis Counselor: How to Find Hope After Unthinkable Loss (You Need This) https://everybodyspod.com/sugarman/ - Get in touch:  iG: https://www.instagram.com/AaronMachbitz X: https://x.com/AaronMachbitz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMachbitz/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronMachbitz Email:  https://www.aaronmachbitz.com/contact/