In this episode of Authentic Shameless Self, we’re diving into the deep waters of masculine energy—through the lens of single motherhood. For years, I carried the belief that as a woman, I couldn’t teach my son how to be a man. But over time, that mindset shifted. I realized I didn’t need to teach him masculinity—I needed to teach him how to be a good, grounded human being.

This episode is broken down into four honest and impactful segments:

1. Facts First (The Foundation) We begin with a breakdown of what masculine energy truly is—beyond gender roles. I explore the traits often associated with masculine energy (like structure, discipline, and assertiveness), the psychological roots of these traits, and how both men and women embody them in different ways. This sets the stage with cl ...