<p>Max Browne is back on Real Pod for a much-needed men’s mental health convo. Vic and her husband, Max, unpack why so many men feel pressure to be stoic, the generational messages they’ve absorbed (like “man up”), and why anger is often the only emotion society allows them to show. Max shares his experiences with anxiety, therapy, and performance pressure from his football career, and how learning to express his emotions has made him a better partner, friend, and man. They also dive into how couples can create emotional safety, shift unhealthy gender roles, and hold space for each other’s needs. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by a partner who won’t open up or you’re a guy trying to navigate your own mental health, this episode will leave you seen, validated, and better equipped. Send it to the men in your life so that you can keep fostering these open conversations and keep growing in your mental health journeys together!</p><p>Follow Max on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maxbrowne/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@maxbrowne</a> & TikTok <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@brownemax?lang=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@brownemax</a></p><p><br></p><p>More episodes with Max:</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/max-got-a-new-job-why-hes-changing-careers-whats-next/id1466166364?i=1000666871663" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Max Got a New Job!! Why He’s Changing Careers & What’s Next</a></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-max-browne-interview-what-really-happened-to/id1466166364?i=1000475182942" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Max Browne Interview - What Really Happened to the Nation's #1 Recruit</a></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vic-max-how-we-navigate-disagreements-strengthen-our/id1466166364?i=1000652706989" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vic & Max: How We Navigate Disagreements, Strengthen Our Bond, & Support Each Other</a></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relationship-q-a-with-vic-max-how-to-shoot-your/id1466166364?i=1000636885316" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Relationship Q+A with Vic & Max! How to Shoot Your Shot, Find Your Teammate for Life, & Communicate Effectively</a></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/7-tips-for-building-a-healthy-relationship-ft-my-husband-max/id1466166364?i=1000597523606" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">7 Tips For Building A Healthy Relationship (Ft. My Husband, Max!)</a></p><p><br></p><p>// SPONSORS // </p><p><br></p><p>CozyEarth: Get 40% off at <a href="https://cozyearth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cozyearth.com</a> when you use REALPOD. </p><p><br></p><p>AG1: AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 and 5 free travel packs in your first box! So make sure to check out <a href="https://drinkag1.com/partner/partnerships-healthconsciousgogetter-general?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=realpod_d35ct__a2186__o27&utm_term=cac__a2186__o27&utm_content=Self-Improvement__a2186__o27" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">drinkag1.com/realpod</a> to get this offer! </p><p><br></p><p><em>Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.</em></p><p><br></p><p> Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>. </p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>