male role models

Join host Chad Smith in a compelling conversation with Tamika Carlton, CEO and co-founder of Couples Experience, as they delve into the state of relationships within the black community. From the significance of traditional courting to navigating modern dating landscapes, they unpack the challenges of forming authentic connections in an age dominated by social media and technology. Tamika shares her own love story with her husband Logan and gives us a glimpse into her work as a relationship coach, including her luxury retreats for couples. She also offers invaluable insights on the importance of communication, vulnerability, and aligning with a partner's core values. If you're looking to deepen your understanding of love and partnership or seeking to enhance your own relationship, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

**Timestamps:**

- 00:00:00 - Introduction to the show and welcome Tamika Carlton

- 00:02:35 - Discussing the impact of the lack of male role models on traditional courting

- 00:06:20 - Exploring why women may not demand traditional courtship

- 00:10:15 - The importance of dating with intention and clarity

- 00:15:40 - Understanding the value of vulnerability in building relationships

- 00:21:50 - Tamika shares her love story with Logan and their swift journey from meeting to marriage

- 00:28:30 - Growth and communication as the cornerstones of Tamika's successful marriage

- 00:32:45 - The role of conflict resolution and articulating feelings in relationships

- 00:37:00 - Tamika introduces her relationship coaching approach

- 00:40:50 - The art of listening and avoiding misunderstandings in conversations

- 00:47:15 - Handling differing opinions and passionate disagreements

- 00:52:00 - The influence of social media persona versus real vulnerability

- 01:00:00 - The potential impact of the pandemic on intimate relationships

- 01:05:30 - Overview of Couples Experience and upcoming retreats

- 01:12:00 - Announcing Tamika's relationship masterclass and providing resource links

- 01:17:30 - Chad's closing thoughts on fostering a love revolution

**Links Mentioned:**

- Couples Experience: https://www.couplesexperience.com

- Tamika's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamikacarlton

- Relationship Masterclass Sign-Up: https://www.couplesexperience.com/masterclass

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A conversation with my good friends at the Boulder Valley Men's Group, about the importance of men's work. The questions we discussed were:
- What does it mean to you to be a man?
- Who were your male role models and what did you learn from them?
- How did you first encounter men’s work?
- Why did it call you?
If you are interested in learning more about men's work, here are a few suggestions for where to turn. (For those of you not in the U.S., note that the first organization listed also has chapters in other parts of the world.)

Mankind Project – one of the older men's group organizations out there.  A good way to find a local group.

Spiritual Warfare Effectiveness Training – this is the program out in Pennsylvania whose weekend I attended.

Neither of us realized there was an International Men’s Day and, when we discovered it, we thought it was probably a bunch of Men’s Rights Activist BS. Turns out, parts of it are… kinda great and uplifting? Join co-hosts Bo Méndez and Jackson Bird as we discuss the history, the problems, and the promise of International Men’s Day.

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Bo - finally changed his stupid social media handle!

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Jack

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Stuff we mentioned:

International Men’s Day history primer: https://internationalmensday.com/founders-statement/

IMD goals and mission: https://internationalmensday.com/objectives-of-imd/

Press release for IMD 2019: https://internationalmensday.com/media/

James Bond’s tweet: https://twitter.com/007/status/1196840311177261056 (I think there was a video as well, but it may have been taken down or posted for a limited time)

Men’s mental health, tweeted by EB hero Thomas Page McBee: https://www.menshealth.com/health/a20111514/men-mental-health-awareness-month/?fbclid=IwAR24B-HSDD3w-B_vqHzWGbGv7rVzKjrSsjEDy2FqsGeBTFD0kZ9unSUEc2g

Reusable bags = disposable manliness: https://psmag.com/environment/how-gender-stereotypes-affect-pro-environment-behavior

“Ditch the Girly Diaper Bag”: https://twitter.com/Apocalypse_Meow/status/1196976287853764608

Let's talk about the new elephant in the room - MALE BODY IMAGE ! Is social media pushing everyone too far in terms of what are societal norms are regarding physical beauty and appearance? ⁣
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Is it healthy to live in a society where we idolize characters that are super human in proportion. Is this even realistic and is it sending poor messages to young boys about bodies that are simply unattainable? Have we all been duped? Are steroids and diets a healthy norm?⁣
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