Men’s Emotional Health With Shawn Brown

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Men’s emotional and mental health is often overlooked when people discuss this topic. Men are not encouraged to be open about emotional struggles, and the consequences of this can be dangerous.

My guest, Shawn Brown, shares his story of growing up as a youth in Laguna Beach, California, his experiences with therapy, the impact of drugs and alcohol on communities, and how he helped a childhood friend with a recovery center in Laguna.

Show notes:

[4:30]  Shawn’s background growing up in Laguna Beach, California 

[6:27]  Creating safe spaces for men to talk about emotional issues

[8:38] Managing panic and anxiety, and the pitfalls and necessity of medication.

[10:48] Choosing talk therapy, working with a counselor and what Shawn discovered about himself in the process. 

[15:50] His friend’s recovery center in Laguna Beach and how people can get help or volunteer

[25:25] How can young men get the help they need in a society where men aren’t encouraged to express emotions?

[34:40] When people, even from wealthy towns, hit rock bottom and end up on the streets, how can we help?

[34:40] Information about the “From Laguna, For Laguna” Recovery Services for men and women who live or grew up in Laguna Beach.