Shayden J. Bertagnolli MS LMFT Anxiety, Relationship, Addiction Specialist
Shayden J. Bertagnolli MS LMFT Men's Mental Health Expert
The Motyv Podcast | Unmasking Male Pain: The 5 A's of Masculine Pain
The Motyv Podcast | Unmasking Male Pain: The 5 A's of Masculine Pain
The Motyv Podcast | Unmasking Male Pain: The 5 A's of Masculine Pain
Monday 17th November 2025
Explore how attachment, attunement, approval, achievement, and addiction shape men's lives in this compelling podcast episode.
45 minutes
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Shayden J. Bertagnolli MS LMFT Anxiety, Relationship, Addiction Specialist
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the Five A's: attachment, attunement, approval, achievement, and addiction.
- Exploring how societal norms affect men's emotional health.
- The importance of shifting approval-seeking from horizontal to vertical.
- Serving others as a pathway to genuine connection and fulfilment.
- Parenting styles can significantly impact emotional development.
"Your original addiction is approval."
How can men overcome the deep-seated belief that love must be earned? This episode of The Motyv Podcast takes a heartfelt look at the struggles men face with attachment, attunement, approval, achievement, and addiction—dubbed the 'Five A's of Masculine Pain.' Shayden J. Bertagnolli, a licensed therapist and men's mental health expert, shares his insights into how these elements shape men's lives and contribute to emotional isolation and addiction.
With anecdotes from his own life and experiences with clients, Shayden provides a framework for understanding these challenges and offers hope for healing. He emphasises the importance of serving others and seeking approval from God rather than relying on external validation. The episode also touches on the societal impact of parenting styles and how they can affect emotional development.
Shayden's mission is to liberate men from the shackles of approval-seeking behaviours and guide them towards a life of genuine connection and freedom. Are you ready to rethink your relationship with love and approval?