"Men shouldn't cry in front of their kids," or just "Men shouldn't cry."
You've probably heard it, maybe even believed it. But what if this belief is doing more harm than good?

In this video, I'm breaking down the myth that men should never cry—especially around their children. We'll look at:

• Why this belief is so common

• The grains of truth that make it feel valid

• The serious downsides of emotional suppression

• A healthier, more powerful alternative

As a therapist, I want to help you challenge outdated narratives around masculinity, vulnerability, and parenting. Whether you're a dad yourself or thinking about what kind of parent (or partner) you want to be—this video is for you.

💬 Have you ever cried in front of your kids? What was their response?
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If you and your partner keep having the same argument over and over, you're not alone. Most of us were never taught how to communicate in a healthy, productive way—and it shows up in our relationships.In this video, I’ll share a metaphor I use with couples in therapy that helps explain why communication often breaks down, and how you can shift into a more collaborative, connected dynamic.We’ll explore:✔️ Why most couples feel unheard✔️ The “map” metaphor that changes everything✔️ A simple but powerful way to improve communication✔️ How to feel heard—without having to agreeIf you’ve ever felt stuck, misunderstood, or frustrated in your relationship, this video is for you.🧠 Watch, reflect, and let me know your thoughts in the comments.👍 Like and subscribe if you found this helpful—it really helps the channel grow.👉 Looking for more tools to improve your relationship? Check out the rest of the videos on the channel.My YouTube Channel

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Beating ourselves up is one of the most common dynamics I see in clients I work with. In this video we explore why people do this when they aren't nearly as critical to others, why it's better to have more self compassion, and an exercise you can do to have more empathy for yourself.

0:00 Intro

0:35 Why We Beat Ourselves Up

2:52 Why We Should Be More Understanding of Ourselves

5:24 An Exercise to Build Self Compassion

8:13 Thanks for Watching!

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I saw a video recently that had "4 Things Healthy Couples Do." I thought it would be helpful to expand on those ideas, so today we'll be talking about those 4 tips, why they make a lot of sense, and how you can implement them into your relationship. Check out the video and creator here: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT8d6EEes/0:00 Intro 0:07 "4 Things Healthy Couples Do" 1:22 Healthy Couples Encourage More than Complain 2:36 They Respond to Attempts for Connection 4:17 They Express Love in Their Partner's Love Language 6:11 They Take Responsibility 8:32 Thanks for Watching! My YouTube Channel ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLAzCTJHQJA-eK70JBTp7cw⁠ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/benkingtherapy/?hl=en Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0Ib8G3jN5P0TBumRZgbIb7 My Website https://www.benkingtherapy.com/

In our society being on the conveyer belt of life or stuck in the rat race is incredibly common. This is understandable, but unfortunate because for many it means not really enjoying our day-to-day life. In today's video we'll talk about why we get stuck here, why it can be a win-win to enjoy and appreciate our life more, and how we can go about doing so. 0:00 Intro 0:32 What's it Mean to be Stuck on the Conveyer Belt of Life? 1:38 Why Do We Get Stuck in the Rat Race? 3:48 What Are the Benefits of Having More Balance? 7:28 How Do You Actually Create More Balance? 11:02 Thanks for Watching! My YouTube Channel ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLAzCTJHQJA-eK70JBTp7cw⁠ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/benkingtherapy/?hl=en Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0Ib8G3jN5P0TBumRZgbIb7 My Website https://www.benkingtherapy.com/

It's extremely common to prioritize our partner's pleasure during sex, and neglect ourselves. On the surface, focusing on them can seem like a great idea, but it often creates issues in the sexual relationship. In today's video I talk about why it is so common to prioritize the other person, the downsides of that, the benefits of prioritizing yourself, and how to actually do that.

0:00 Intro

0:17 What Are the Downsides of Prioritizing Your Partner?

2:19 Why is it so Common to Prioritize the Other Person?

3:52 Why Would Focusing on Ourselves Help?

6:15 How Do We Start Focusing on Our Own Pleasure?

7:59 What Focusing on Our Own Pleasure *Doesn't* Mean

10:29 Thanks for Watching!

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When we've been in a long-term relationship, praise and appreciation can start to diminish. This is natural, but it can become a problem if there's rarely any appreciation. In today's video I talk about why we find ourselves in a relationship without praise, the benefits of expressing more appreciation, and how to go about changing that. 0:00 Intro 0:41 What Does Expressing Appreciation Actually Mean? 1:34 Why Do We Express Less Appreciation? 3:35 What Are the Benefits of Expressing More Appreciation? 6:42 How Can We Build a Culture of Appreciation? 8:51 Thanks for Watching! My YouTube Channel ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLAzCTJHQJA-eK70JBTp7cw⁠ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/benkingtherapy/?hl=en Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0Ib8G3jN5P0TBumRZgbIb7 My Website https://www.benkingtherapy.com/