VeeDads Podcast #27: In this conversation, Ryan Turner interviews Aaron Yavelberg, a licensed clinical social worker, about the importance of open communication and addressing mental health issues among fathers. They discuss the tendency for men to keep their emotions and struggles to themselves, the physical and emotional effects of not talking about these issues, and the potential for anger and violence as a result. They also explore the overlap between the experiences of children, adolescents, and adults when it comes to mental health challenges. Yavelberg emphasizes the need for self-awareness, therapy, and open communication within relationships as steps towards addressing and managing these issues. The conversation explores the importance of self-awareness and reflection in managing anger and improving relationships. It emphasizes the need to become aware of our reactions and triggers, and to take a breath before responding. The conversation also discusses the challenges of asking for help and the importance of creating connections with friends and family. It highlights the value of talking and listening, and the use of tools like emotion wheels to help children and adults articulate their emotions. The conversation concludes with a reminder to stay open and create space for conversations about emotions.

Jump to topics in Aarons episode: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:05 Introducing Aaron Yavelberg and His Favorite Meal 05:46 Transitioning from Working with Children to Adults 07:01 The Overlap Between Children, Adolescents, and Adults in Mental Health 08:18 The Tendency for Men to Keep Emotions and Struggles to Themselves 10:15 The Detriment of Not Talking About Mental Health 11:10 The Physical and Emotional Effects of Unexpressed Emotions 13:20 The Difficulty of Identifying and Addressing Mental Health Issues 15:16 The Connection Between Unexpressed Emotions and Anger/Violence 22:40 The Power of Self-Awareness and Reflection 25:11 Creating Connections: The Importance of Asking for Help 29:27 Articulating Emotions: Using Tools like Emotion Wheels 36:36 Building Emotional Intelligence through Conversations

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26 Jun 2024