Men, Emotions, and Intuition
Michael Ceely
An Interview with MTD therapist Rob Ashe
In this post, Rob Ashe talks about two typically underdeveloped areas of men’s psyches: emotions and intuition. Rob sees these as common themes that bring men to therapy.
Don't "Figure it Out."
Men may have learned to deal with their problems, even emotional-relational problems, by just “figuring it out” or using logical reasoning.
While logic and linear problem-solving is valuable, it may not be the right approach when it comes to emotional issues. Relationships, especially intimate ones, require emotional attunement.
Navigating New Territory
Trusting a therapist to help you navigate difficult emotional territory can be scary. Men often have a hard time letting go of their familiar mindset and trying out a new modality.
But Rob says that men, once they explore their emotional depths, realize that this area is not so scary, and in fact, they feel better talking about their feelings.
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Rob Ashe is a Bay Area psychotherapist. Find out more about his style and philosophy on his MTD profile
or visit his website, Rob Ashe Psychotherapy.
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