Dear Men: Embodiment Is Your Way Out of Disappointing Women.

Part 1 of Embodiment For Men

Here we go… my first stab at really explaining how embodiment can be the simple game changer for men. There is a full guide to all six writings at the bottom of this article. Let’s start by talking about what the heck becoming more embodied means to me. I am an embodiment coach and through courses and coaching I help people learn how to embody emotions. I mostly work with women because honestly that’s where the market is for coaching and alternative therapy options. However, down deep I think men need embodiment more than women do. I also think generally coaching is more male friendly. The best thing about body-based feelings work (embodiment) is that it’s quick and it is focused on solving issues that are going on right now. We aren’t deeply examining the time your single-mom told you that you were short. The internet seems to think everyone’s ex-man is a narcissist. “Narcissistic personality disorder involves a pattern of self-centered thinking …and a lack of empathy … for other people”(helpguide.org). I don’t think most men are narcissists.

Breathe in how she feels. Find it in your chest. Walk and hold. (image unsplash.com)

What is probably true though is that men can be more selfish by default (in good and bad ways) and that they lack body-based empathy. When you can’t feel your impact on others or sense their needs in your body at all you are…