Interested in getting 1:1 coaching support? Learn about my Coaching Program and book a free discovery call: https://www.jeremylipkowitz.com/introGET NOTIFIED WHEN DOORS OPEN TO UNHOOKED RECOVERY: https://jeremylipkowitz.mykajabi.com/unhookedConnect on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremylipkowitz/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JeremyLipkowitz53. Alex Lehmann - From Shame to Strength: Exploring Men's Work and Healthy MasculinityYou’re listening to the  "Unhooked Podcast.” Welcome back to the show.  My guest today is Alex Lehman.  Alex is a men’s coach, and a Breathwork Practitioner and facilitator, and the host of the Heart of Man podcast, . With a deeply personal journey that saw him navigate through the dark waters of depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem, Alex embarked on a seven-year journey around the world, immersing himself in ancient wisdom traditions like Buddhism, Taoism, and Yoga. Alex's mission is to help guide individuals on a transformative path toward authentic self-discovery and emotional balance, empowering them to unlock their full potential in their relationships and in their lives.In this episode, we cover Alex’s mission with the Heart of Man podcast Some of the pain points that Alex experienced the woke him up to his interest in relational work for men Alex’s experience with porn as an unhealthy coping mechanism  How to move from sexual shame to sexual acceptance how porn can become a way to avoid rejection and feel in control, but ultimately leads to a downward spiral. Strategies for overcoming porn addictionAnd finally, Finding purpose and meaning in life To learn more about Alex, please go and check out The Heart of Man podcast, and check out Alex’s instagram page:IG: https://www.instagram.com/alexlehmann_/Pod: https://open.spotify.com/show/5gq5NkklmTiNlHdtRRw1mg?si=9836ac44f8e34bbeAnd if you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a review.  Without further ado, please enjoy my conversation with Alex Lehman.