How To Lead With Emotional Intelligence At Home | Mitchell Osmond

SUMMARY

In this episode of "Vibe Science," host Ryan Alford welcomes Mitchell Osmond, founder of Dad Nation, to discuss the emotional challenges high-performing men face at home. Mitchell shares his personal journey and explains why men often struggle to connect with their families despite professional success. He introduces practical tools, like the RISE Conversation Ladder and "The Connection Code," to help men deepen intimacy with their partners. The conversation highlights the importance of vulnerability, emotional growth, and community support in building stronger relationships and balancing achievement with meaningful family connections.

TAKEAWAYS

• Challenges faced by career-driven, high-performing men in personal relationships.
• Emotional disconnection at home despite professional success.
• Differences in communication styles between men and women.
• Concept of "normative male alexithymia" and its impact on emotional expression.
• Importance of understanding emotional needs in relationships.
• The cycle of disconnection and its effects on intimacy and marriage.
• Framework for deeper conversations: RISE Conversation Ladder (Routine, Information, Story, Essence).
• The significance of feeling respected versus loved in men's emotional well-being.
• Strategies for regular emotional check-ins and maintaining connection.
• The role of community and coaching in personal transformation and relationship improvement.

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