Men, Why Do You Say You’re Fine When You’re Not?

Men, Why Do You Say You’re Fine When You’re Not?

In this episode, Blake, Blair, and Jamie dive into a thought-provoking AskReddit thread that asks: "Men, why do you often say you're fine when you're not?" With over 12,000 comments, this topic struck a chord—and we couldn’t wait to unpack it.


We explore:

Why men feel pressure to say they're "fine" even when they’re not.

Societal expectations around vulnerability, masculinity, and emotional expression.

The role of anger, frustration, and the fear of being seen as "useless."

How toxic masculinity, cultural norms, and generational trauma impact men’s mental health.

Practical tips to break free from these patterns and build deeper, more authentic relationships.


Key moments:

(0:12) Introduction to the Reddit thread.

(1:00) Why do men feel like "nobody cares" when they open up?

(10:08) Toxic masculinity and its impact on emotional vulnerability.

(24:45) How societal expectations keep men from expressing emotions.

(41:05) Why "if I'm not useful, I'm useless" is a harmful mindset.Let’s normalize open, honest conversations about mental health.


We’d love to hear your thoughts—leave a comment below! What challenges have you faced as a man expressing your emotions? How can we better support each other? Your input could shape future episodes.


💬👇📚 Mentioned in this episode:

The Mask of Masculinity by Lewis Howes

Breaking the stigma around mental health

Tools like journaling and meditation to process emotions



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