Breaking Stereotypes and Embracing Vulnerability
Mindful Masculinity:
Author Interview with Scott Grace
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Issue #243
Hello there!
What is mindful masculinity? Scott Grace's new book, Mindful Masculinity, made me wonder. Do masculinity or femininity exist, or are they artificial social constructs?
Through songs, Dr. Seuss-like poetry, and profound and practical insights, Scott explores typical stereotypes of masculinity, often embraced by men to their detriment, and how to shift false bravado to new ways of living authentic lives filled with healthy emotional connections and relationships.
We discuss the nature of masculinity and his insightful chapters on ego, emotional repression, and feelings of inadequacy that fuel the need for a false masculine façade. Enjoy!
Have a wonderful week!
Breaking Stereotypes and Embracing Vulnerability
Mindful Masculinity:
Author Interview with Scott Grace
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Scott Grace has made every mistake in the book when it comes to being a man, after all, his first role model was Tarzan!
But in his funny, insightful, humble, yet powerful manual that helps men transcend the roles, ego, habits, and relationship boxes that they find themselves stuck in, Scott brings solid wisdom that gently nudges his readers to a more conscious conception of what it is to be a successful, purpose-driven, loving and happy man today.
In Mindful Masculinity: A Book for Men and the Women Who Love Them, he strips away the misconceptions, embedded beliefs and behaviors that no longer serve, using his hilarious self-deprecating humor to show where he went wrong, and brings to light the new way that attracts people rather than dominates or drives them away—and embellishes one’s authenticity.
“If Dave Chappelle and Eckart Tolle teamed up to write a book for men, this would be it!” lauds Deborah Poneman, creator of the globally renowned Yes to Success Seminars.
Scott Grace’s gifts are many—a highly sought-after singer, speaker, workshop leader, life coach and stand-up comedian (who used to open for such legends as Robin Williams and Dana Carvey), he rose to prominence opening for rock star authors and personal growth celebrities.
The short list consisted of Deepak Chopra, Dr. John Gray, Louise Hay, Ram Dass, Dr. Bernie Siegel, Byron Katie, Jack Canfield, Joan Borysenko, Mark Victor Hansen, Les Brown, Dr. Judith Orloff, Alan Cohen, Wally Famous Amos and others -- including three presidential candidates, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Dennis Kucinich, and Marianne Williamson.
Thanks to a succession of Viral YouTubes, he went on to star as The Spiritual Dr. Seuss, combining entertainment, wisdom and comedy. As the new Dr. Seuss for adults, Scott became the headliner at New Thought Churches around the world, adding his unique gift of performing his uplifting and highly entertaining songs, including many written on the spot.
He then parlayed that talent into the corporate sector as The Boardroom Bard, and eventually, developed another career writing spot-on personalized songs to honor people on their birthdays, anniversaries and eulogies, etc. Somewhere in there, he found the time to pen four books, Mindful Masculinity being the most recent.
Scott’s book tackles overcoming the innate driving desire to live up to dad’s or one’s own expectations, the addiction to NOT feeling, transforming the inner critic, becoming aware of the fear of fear, transcending the compulsion to fix things for a romantic partner, grieving lost ideals and painful experiences, releasing the hold the ego has over heart, letting go of anger and rage self-or-other-inflicted, and much more.
Mindful Masculinity is broken into 50+ clever fun-to-read short takes on subjects that shape a man’s life and the partner he shares it with.
Says Scott: “This book is my love letter to men wanting to be true to themselves, confused about the changing rules and roles of masculinity. It’s a love letter to women who want to know more about the challenges men face. Finally, it’s a call to action to take charge of your growth so you can make a positive impact on the world with your masculinity.
Want a quick preview? Check out highlights from the first six chapters here on Scott’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf6GohgVoX1isfti72X6bsGXgOzklc9Yd
Mindful Masculinity is available on Amazon.com for $16.95 and on Kindle for $3.99.
Rather listen? Click here to access the Audible version, which is read with joy and humor by Scott and includes clips of his original songs to illustrate and heighten the messages.
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