Boys and men today face a lose-lose scenario: too masculine and they’re labeled dangerous, too emotional and they’re dismissed as weak. Vulnerability is mocked, emotional depth undervalued, and many are left feeling unsure of their place in the world. In this episode, Simon Lee, founder of The Courage Project, shares how childhood wounds shape men, why courage is essential to redefining masculinity, and how rites of passage can build stronger, more connected communities. This conversation is about more than “toughening up” — it’s about helping men step out of victimhood, take responsibility, and live into their full potential.
Today’s men face a cultural double bind — too masculine and they’re criticized, too emotional and they’re dismissed. In this conversation, Simon Lee, founder of The Courage Project, explores how childhood wounds shape men, why courage is key to growth, and how rites of passage can create stronger, more connected communities.
This episode is about empowering men to move beyond victimhood, embrace responsibility, and live with purpose.
Simon Lee's website: https://www.unlimitedcourage.com/