In this episode I talk with Rick Broniec, author of Power Tools for Men and a longtime leader in the ManKind Project, about sexual healing for men — and what becomes possible when men begin to experience sexuality as a pathway to deeper connection with themselves and their partners.
Sexual Healing for Men: From Performance to Intimacy, Pleasure and Connection: Show Notes
We tend to talk about men’s sexuality as something they do, initiate, and perform.
They “get the job done!”
But this can feel limiting, and dismissive of a man’s humanity.
The men I work with are discovering that sexuality can go much deeper.
I recently had a fascinating conversation with Rick Broniec, author of Power Tools for Men and a longtime leader in the ManKind Project. Rick has been doing men’s work for more than three decades, and one of the most important things we talked about was sexual healing for men.
Rick said something that thrilled me:
“I’m 74 years old and more sexually fulfilled and having more fun and intimate sex than ever before.”
I love this so much because often what’s talked about with sexuality and aging is what you lose. Rick and I talked about what is possible!
We talked about learning how to experience sex with your whole body, and how men don’t always have to be the ones doing something — that they can also receive love, care, touch, and pleasure.
We also discussed…
- The profound shame that can surround men’s sexuality and the importance of loving yourself
- The ways the Man Box can disconnect men from their bodies and their emotions
- The connection between sexuality and spirituality
- What to do when you feel hurt or defensive
- And that sex isn’t just something men do to another. It’s something they share.
When men become more connected to themselves, their bodies, their desires, and their vulnerability, their relationships change. There’s more room for honesty, intimacy, pleasure, and to actually be known and supported.
It’s a beautiful conversation about what can happen when men allow themselves to be more real.
Rick and I are both clear: There is healing available for men. If you aren’t sure what step to take, simply reply and let me know what you’re struggling with.
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Bio:
Rick Broniec, M.Ed. is an author, speaker, Men’s Personal Growth Coach, Sex Coach, and skilled workshop facilitator. He has been a leader of men’s trainings with the ManKind Project since 1990. Rick has facilitated men’s personal growth workshops in 16 countries on five continents for many thousands of men, which gives him a unique window into the needs and issues of men. Rick has also been deeply involved in Leadership and Multicultural work for MKP and several other organizations, as well as for his two companies. Rick has a particular passion to help heal sexual wounds of men and women and has been involved in sexual healing for over 35 years.
Rick is an Amazon bestseller author of The Seven Generations Story: An Incentive to Heal Yourself, Your Family and the Planet (2015) and A Passionate Life: 7 Steps for Reclaiming Your Passion, Purpose and Joy (2011). Rick’s third book focuses on men’s healing work and was co-authored with dear friend Leonard Szymczak. This book, Power Tools for Men: A Blueprint for Healthy Masculinity, was published in May 2023 and became an instant Amazon Best Seller.
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