The moment your partner gets upset, do you go quiet and shut down, or do you get loud, blow up, and go on the attack? That split second matters more than whatever you’re fighting about. In this episode, I unpack why so many men default to shutting down or blowing up when Emotions get tense, and how those reactions quietly erode trust, Intimacy, and emotional connection even when you care deeply about the relationship.
I share my own experience of shutting down and “Kendre's” story of how he would blow up, and how you can choose to do neither one. If you want healthier communication and a relationship that can handle hard moments, listen through to the end and put one skill into practice today. Check out the How to Communicate Without Shutting Down or Blowing Up, episode.
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Relationship Coach for Men, and Mind-Body Educator & Integrative Therapy Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in private and clinical practice. Before coaching, I spent over 30 years as a radio personality, including co-hosting a high-profile morning show in Philadelphia for over 10 years.
Seeking healthier ways to manage stress and live with greater intention, I immersed myself in personal and spiritual growth, opening a private practice in 2001. In 2015, I accepted a rare full-time clinical role at a major Philadelphia health center, where I've coached and supported hundreds of clients (80% women) and gained deep insight into what women want most in relationships—emotional presence, empathy, vulnerability, and trust. I've learned that is not the fault of men, it's just how we've been conditioned.
Having once struggled in relationships myself, including three divorces, I understand these challenges firsthand. After years of inner work, I've built a deeply fulfilling relationship with my wife. We've been together now for over 17 years and our marriage continues to thrive. Today, I am on a love mission to give men grace and to help them break old patterns/conditions, show up authentically, and create lasting, meaningful relationships. It's never too late for love!
