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In this episode of With Love, Men, co-hosts Jake Fishbein and Nick Papadopoulos dive into a question at the heart of modern masculinity: What gives men their sense of self-worth?

From childhood heartbreaks to the quiet pressures of adulthood, Jake and Nick explore how men lose touch with their intrinsic value—and how they can reclaim it. They share personal stories of early rejections, the cultural myth of the self-sacrificing man, and the long, often painful journey to realizing you matter simply because you exist.

Expect deep reflections, laughter, a powerful reminder that comparison is the thief of joy, and a practical invitation to build your self-worth from the inside out—not from likes, titles, or someone else’s approval.

🔑 Topics Covered

How early relationships shape a man’s sense of worth
The hidden dangers of the “self-sacrificing man” myth
Why real self-worth starts with internal validation
How to reconnect with what genuinely fills you up
The role of community, connection, and being seen
Why you don’t need permission to matter—you already do

💡 Reflective Prompt

What’s one small step you could take today to honor your own worth?

📍Links + Resources

Jake’s website: www.jakefishbein.com
Nick’s website: www.coachnick.com
The Arena Men’s Group: www.arenamensgroup.com

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In this episode of With Love, Men, co-hosts Jake Fishbein and Nick Papadopoulos dive into the surprisingly complex world of sharing—why it’s so damn hard for men, and why it might be the most transformational thing they can do.

From childhood messages about “manning up” to the unspoken fear of losing an edge, Jake and Nick explore the emotional minefields that keep men quiet—and the magic that happens when they speak. Nick reflects on how writing about his cancer journey turned darkness into light. Jake opens up about oversharing, the tension between TMI and true connection, and how vulnerability isn’t about sharing secrets or crying—it’s about doing anything where you don't know what the outcome will be.

They unpack why good news can be harder to share than bad, how men mistake humility for silence, and why simply appreciating your morning coffee might be a radical act of love.

Expect real talk, laughter, a surprise hotel lobby gymnastics moment, and a powerful reminder: sharing isn’t self-indulgent—it’s an act of generosity. Especially when done with love.

🔑 Topics Covered

Why men are afraid to share
TMI vs. real vulnerability
Sharing as healing and service
Why men struggle to share good news
The power of sharing joy—not just pain
Emotional risk and emotional intelligence
How to start building your sharing muscle

💡 Reflective Prompt

What’s one thing you haven’t shared that’s ready to be said?

📍Links + Resources

Jake’s website: www.jakefishbein.com
Nick’s website: www.coachnick.com
The Arena Men’s Group: www.arenamensgroup.com

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Coach Nick, Coach Jake, and special guest Stephanie D’Ambra explore Men & Friendship in this episode of The Arena Series.

What does friendship mean to men in general?

How has COVID-19 impacted men’s relationship to friendship?

There are many stereotypes and jokes about male friendship, but most of the time we don’t talk about what’s at the core and what’s possible when men connect with each other (and women) in different ways. In this hour-long conversation, we’ll talk about how men usually choose friendships that are side-by-side and activity-based vs. face-to-face friendships grounded in vulnerability.

We explore why men don’t always share with their male friends and often turn to women for emotional support during challenging times. In the age of Covid, where so many of the traditional male bonding opportunities have vanished, it’s more important than ever for men to redefine what it means to be friends and how they interact with their communities and themselves.