“The dark masculine isn’t toxic, it’s the part of a man that gives him backbone, sexual vitality, direction, and the power to meet life fully.”

In this episode, I’m joined by Alex Mishka, an embodied masculine facilitator who works with men and couples exploring shadow work, sexuality, polarity, and what he calls the dark masculine.

This conversation dives into one of the most misunderstood forces in men’s work, the dark masculine.

We also explore why modern relationships are under pressure, why so many men feel disconnected from their power and sexuality, and what it really takes to become a man who can lead — in love, in life, and within himself.

The episode covers:

• The Dark Masculine - reclaiming sexual energy, vitality, and inner authority

• Shame and repression - why men are so disconnected from their power and sexuality

• The Nice Guy pattern - how cultural conditioning has weakened masculine direction

• Modern relationships - the rising expectations on men and the new paradigm of masculine leadership

Alexs Info:

Savage Hearts online group -

https://alexmischka.com/savage-heart_2026

Website: https://alexmischka.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex_mischka/

Nialls Info:

Men Leadership Programme (MLP1): starts 16th March details here