When you hear the term men’s work, what comes to mind?
A bootcamp for “toughening up”? A place to talk about feelings? Something mysterious that happens behind closed doors?
In this episode, I sit down with Skott Taylor - facilitator, men's work leader, husband, father, and passionate advocate for creating safe spaces where men can be real, vulnerable, and deeply connected.
Skott shares his journey from boarding a plane to California for a men’s emotional leadership retreat - not knowing what he was stepping into - to discovering a practice he now calls “CrossFit for your emotions.” Together, we explore:
Why men’s work is different from “just work”
How masks and armour keep us from our true selves
The cost of staying in “fine” and living in the middle band of emotion
Why vulnerability isn’t weakness — it’s the doorway to connection
The surprising reason showing up is the hardest (and most powerful) part
This isn’t about fixing anyone. It’s about creating the space for men — and anyone identifying as a man — to step away from daily roles, connect without judgement, and flex the “emotional muscles” that often go unused.
Whether you’re a man curious about what this work might look like, a partner who wants to understand it better, or simply someone interested in the deeper layers of human connection — this conversation will leave you rethinking what emotional strength really means.
I mention this in the episode, but if you’re curious to explore more or take the next step, head to simonedenny.me/menswork for details, resources, and upcoming programs.
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