The Authentic Man Podcast with David Chambers: Dating, Relationship, Masculinity & Intimacy Guidance For Men

Have you done the work on yourself, but still find yourself stuck or repeating the same patterns in relationships?The Authentic Man with David Chambers is for men who feel disconnected, confused, or frustrated in dating, intimacy, and relationships, even if they're successful in other areas of life.If you've done the work but still find yourself struggling to communicate, feeling emotionally disconnected, overthinking, shutting down when it matters, pulling away, or repeating the same psychological patterns in relationships, this podcast helps you understand what's really keeping you stuck and how to change it.Through solo episodes and conversations with leading experts in psychology, relationships, and masculinity, David breaks down the hidden patterns and mistakes men make that lead to disconnection, lack of intimacy, and frustration, and shows you how to lead with clarity, express yourself fully, and create deeper emotional and sexual connection.For high-performing and professio

The Authentic Man Podcast with David Chambers: Dating, Relationship, Masculinity & Intimacy Guidance For Men is a society podcast hosted by David Chambers, with 472 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

David Chambers hosts The Authentic Man Podcast with David Chambers: Dating, Relationship, Masculinity & Intimacy Guidance For Men, a society show with 472 episodes published.

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  The Authentic Man Podcast with David Chambers: Dating, Relationship, Masculinity & Intimacy Guidance For Men

  Avoidant Men Series: I End It, Then Regret It

  Oct 4, 202623 min

  Y ou end it, feel huge relief, then weeks later the regret hits. If you keep ending good relationships then missing her, this is the avoidant breakup cycle. In this Avoidant Men Series episode, David Chambers breaks down the avoidant attachment breakup pattern — why relief lies to you, why stress feels like incompatibility, plus the car analogy and Matt's story of getting back together. Learn 6 steps to break the cycle: see the pattern, label feelings, meet your protector, turn concerns into conversations, build emotional capacity, focus on the good. Stop ending good relationships. Watch now to build secure love. ______________ RELATE : Where modern men reclaim depth, direction, and relational leadership. Join Relate: https://relatewaitlist.carrd.co/ ____________________ ____________________ What To Do Next: 1️⃣ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/ 2️⃣ Get specialised relationship and dating advice: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe 3️⃣ Go bag one of the resources below ____________________ ____________________ RESOURCES ✅ Modern dating feels impossible? It doesn't have to stay that way. The Men's Dating Accelerator, master the most important skills: https://www.theauthenticman.net/mda-landing-page-direct-update-v2 Check out these FREE resources: 5 mistakes in embodying healthy masculinity: https://mailchi.mp/theauthenticman/masculinity-mistakes-in-dating-giveaway The Hidden Mistakes Men Make in Dating & Relationships: https://mailchi.mp/faaf98ceedd8/hiddenmistakes 30 Dating App Conversation Starters: https://www.theauthenticman.net/app-openers-landing-page Why You Keep Pulling Away: https://www.theauthenticman.net/why-you-keep-pulling-away-page Why you are REALLY fighting - https://mailchi.mp/theauthenticman/why-you-keep-fighting?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=conflict-guide ____________________ Loving the podcast? Leave us a review… Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-authentic-man-podcast-with-david-chambers/id1447910686?action=write-review Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/64n26CAX3FIhJj7aMR2CO6 LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE. Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed watching #relationship #dating #masculinity

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  How To Be A Great Dad — When You Never Had One

  Sep 30, 20261h 17m

  How to be a great dad when you never had one? I sat across from a man who was terrified he'd become his absent father — and turned that fear into The Dad Edge, now 40M+ downloads of fatherhood advice for men. Larry Hagner, founder of The Dad Edge and author of The Pursuit of Legendary Fatherhood, grew up with an absent, abusive father figure. In this conversation he breaks down the "drift" that pulls good men out of their marriage and fatherhood without them noticing, why marriage has to come before kids, and the 3 things your wife actually needs from you to feel seen, heard and safe. If you grew up without a model for this and you're scared you're repeating it, this is the map for how to break it. In this episode: Why high-performing men drift from their families even when they're "doing everything right" How to prioritize your marriage without neglecting your kids The skills gap no one taught men about love vs. the feeling of love How to build psychological safety so your kids tell you the truth Why male friendship is non-negotiable for fatherhood Guest: Larry Hagner — Founder of The Dad Edge (40M+ downloads), author Key Topics: ⭐ Fatherhood, Parenting Skills & Becoming a Better Dad ⭐ Breaking Generational Patterns, Childhood Wounds & Family Legacy ⭐ Absent Fathers, Father Hunger & Identity Formation ⭐ Emotional Regulation, Anger Management & Psychological Safety ⭐ Marriage, Partnership & Intentional Relationship Building ⭐ Masculinity, Personal Growth & Self-Leadership ⭐ Vulnerability, Courage & Emotional Honesty for Men ⭐ Men's Loneliness, Brotherhood & Meaningful Male Friendships ⭐ Community, Accountability & Iron-Sharpens-Iron Relationships ⭐ Presence, Connection & Emotionally Available Fatherhood ⭐ The Drift, Disconnection & Reclaiming Purpose in Family Life ⭐ Joy, Wellbeing & Creating a Fulfilling Life Beyond Work Connect With David - The Authentic Man: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/ Website: https://www.theauthenticman.net/ For Coaching: hello@theauthenticman.net Newsletter: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe Connect With Larry Hagner: Larry Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadedge Larry Website: https://thedadedge.com Larry Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDadEdge The Pursuit of Legendary Fatherhood ebook - https://thedadedge.com/legendary-fatherhood-book/ _____________ RELATE : Where modern men reclaim depth, direction, and relational leadership. Join Relate: https://relatewaitlist.carrd.co/ ____________________ ____________________ What To Do Next: 1️⃣ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/ 2️⃣ Get specialised relationship and dating advice: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe 3️⃣ Go bag one of the resources below ____________________ ____________________ RESOURCES ✅ Modern dating feels impossible? It doesn't have to stay that way. The Men's Dating Accelerator, master the most important skills: https://www.theauthenticman.net/mda-landing-page-direct-update-v2 Check out these FREE resources: 5 mistakes in embodying healthy masculinity: https://mailchi.mp/theauthenticman/masculinity-mistakes-in-dating-giveaway The Hidden Mistakes Men Make in Dating & Relationships: https://mailchi.mp/faaf98ceedd8/hiddenmistakes 30 Dating App Conversation Starters: https://www.theauthenticman.net/app-openers-landing-page Why You Keep Pulling Away: https://www.theauthenticman.net/why-you-keep-pulling-away-page Why you are REALLY fighting - https://mailchi.mp/theauthenticman/why-you-keep-fighting?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=conflict-guide ____________________ Loving the podcast? Leave us a review… Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-authentic-man-podcast-with-david-chambers/id1447910686?action=write-review Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/64n26CAX3FIhJj7aMR2CO6 LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE. Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed watching #relationship #dating #masculinity

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  Avoidant Men Series: I Keep Finding Something Wrong With Her

  Sep 27, 202617 min

  Why do avoidant men get stuck in fault finding? If you have dismissive avoidant attachment you meet a good woman, then start flaw finding over how she texts, eats, laughs. It's not standards. It's deactivation — fear spikes when she gets close, so you scan for faults to justify leaving. In this Avoidant Men episode I break down why you do it, the damage to you and her, the wrinkles story that exposes what your criticism means, and 5 steps to stop binning women: reflect, name it, find the need, have the conversation, add praise. _____________ RELATE : Where modern men reclaim depth, direction, and relational leadership. Join Relate: https://relatewaitlist.carrd.co/ ____________________ ____________________ What To Do Next: 1️⃣ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/ 2️⃣ Get specialised relationship and dating advice: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe 3️⃣ Go bag one of the resources below ____________________ ____________________ RESOURCES ✅ Modern dating feels impossible? It doesn't have to stay that way. The Men's Dating Accelerator, master the most important skills: https://www.theauthenticman.net/mda-landing-page-direct-update-v2 Check out these FREE resources: 5 mistakes in embodying healthy masculinity: https://mailchi.mp/theauthenticman/masculinity-mistakes-in-dating-giveaway The Hidden Mistakes Men Make in Dating & Relationships: https://mailchi.mp/faaf98ceedd8/hiddenmistakes 30 Dating App Conversation Starters: https://www.theauthenticman.net/app-openers-landing-page Why You Keep Pulling Away: https://www.theauthenticman.net/why-you-keep-pulling-away-page Why you are REALLY fighting - https://mailchi.mp/theauthenticman/why-you-keep-fighting?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=conflict-guide ____________________ Loving the podcast? Leave us a review… Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-authentic-man-podcast-with-david-chambers/id1447910686?action=write-review Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/64n26CAX3FIhJj7aMR2CO6 LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE. Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed watching #relationship #dating #masculinity

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  Why She Can't Open Up To You: It's Not Her, It's Your Lack Of Safety

  Sep 23, 20261h 14m

  She can't open up to you — and it's not because she's broken. I sat across from a woman who rebuilt trust with her own body after rape, domestic violence and years of chronic pain — and what she taught me about safety changed how I coach men. In this episode, Sarah Carter reveals why male reactivity and shame shut women down sexually, why disconnection from your body kills attunement, and what true embodied presence actually feels like. If she goes quiet, pulls away, or says 'it's fine' — this is why. Watch to the end for the shift that creates real sexual safety. Sara Carter is a Dance Artist, Embodiment Coach, Therapist and Mother who supports people in reconnecting with the wisdom of their bodies- beyond intellectual understanding into direct lived experience, through movement, meditation, creativity, and somatic inquiry. Her work weaves together embodiment practices, self awareness, creative exploration, and relational intimacy to help individuals cultivate greater authenticity, presence, well being and self-trust. Sara works with artists, performers, creatives, and purpose-driven individuals seeking deeper connection to themselves, their expression, and their lives. Sara is especially passionate about empowering woman through her transformative offerings, to move from surviving to thriving, to living with embodied confidence and self care. She helps women struggling with midlife changes, such as menopause, as well as those on a path of healing and reclamation. Her own transformational success story of surviving the impact of sexual and domestic violence and now living a life she loves, has left her passionate about inspiring others to do so themselves. Dance and somatic movement has always been her medicine, grounding her work in the trust that the body holds a profound intelligence and all we need is already within us. Sara's intention is simple: to help people come home to themselves so they can create, lead, relate, and live from a place that feels deeply aligned, intimately connected and fully alive. Key Topics: ⭐ Trauma Recovery, Sexual Healing & Reclaiming Intimacy ⭐ Embodiment, Somatic Awareness & Mind-Body Connection ⭐ Vulnerability, Emotional Honesty & Authentic Expression ⭐ Shame, Self-Worth & Relationship Triggers ⭐ Communication, Consent & Conscious Intimacy ⭐ Trust, Safety & Secure Relationship Building ⭐ Self-Awareness, Personal Responsibility & Pattern Breaking ⭐ Self-Trust, Inner Authority & Living in Alignment Connect With David - The Authentic Man: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/ Website: https://www.theauthenticman.net/ For Coaching: hello@theauthenticman.net Newsletter: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe Connect With Sara Carter: Sara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sara_carter_embodiment_coach Sara Website: sara-carter.com

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  Avoidant Men Series: I Can't Ask For Help

  Sep 20, 202623 min

  If you can't ask for help , it's not strength — it's hyper independence running your avoidant attachment . You go quiet, handle it alone, and she feels shut out. In this episode I break why asking felt dangerous as a kid, the 3 vague ways men ask that get rejected, and what it costs you, her, and the relationship. Then I give you my 3-sentence script to ask without feeling weak, plus 5 small bicep-curl practices to build interdependence. Chapters 00:00 You tell her you're fine while you drown alone 01:12 Why asking for help felt dangerous as a kid 03:45 The 3 terrible ways you ask when you finally do 06:20 What it costs you — isolated, overwhelmed, no deep mates 08:10 What it costs her — no place in your life 09:30 What it costs the relationship — disconnection 10:30 Life is a team sport — interdependence + 5 bicep curls RELATE : Where modern men reclaim depth, direction, and relational leadership. Join Relate: https://relatewaitlist.carrd.co/ ____________________ ____________________ What To Do Next: 1️⃣ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/ 2️⃣ Get specialised relationship and dating advice: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe 3️⃣ Go bag one of the resources below ____________________ ____________________ RESOURCES ✅ Modern dating feels impossible? It doesn't have to stay that way. The Men's Dating Accelerator, master the most important skills: https://www.theauthenticman.net/mda-landing-page-direct-update-v2 Check out these FREE resources: 5 mistakes in embodying healthy masculinity: https://mailchi.mp/theauthenticman/masculinity-mistakes-in-dating-giveaway The Hidden Mistakes Men Make in Dating & Relationships: https://mailchi.mp/faaf98ceedd8/hiddenmistakes 30 Dating App Conversation Starters: https://www.theauthenticman.net/app-openers-landing-page Why You Keep Pulling Away: https://www.theauthenticman.net/why-you-keep-pulling-away-page Why you are REALLY fighting - https://mailchi.mp/theauthenticman/why-you-keep-fighting?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=conflict-guide ____________________ Loving the podcast? Leave us a review… Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-authentic-man-podcast-with-david-chambers/id1447910686?action=write-review Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/64n26CAX3FIhJj7aMR2CO6 LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE. Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed watching #relationship #dating #masculinity

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