Rediscovering Joy in Men's Work: Unlocking Personal Growth and Purpose Through the Embodiment of Joy

The Circle: The Queer Men's Embodiment Podcast

In this episode of The Circle Podcast, we go all in on the often-overlooked role of joy in men’s work and embodiment practices. While grief, anger, and fear frequently dominate men’s spaces, joy remains an underdeveloped muscle—one that, when cultivated, can become a profound source of purpose and connection.

Eric and Tim unpack why many men struggle to access joy, how societal conditioning stifles its expression, and why joy is just as essential as any other emotion in personal growth. They examine the embodied nature of joy—how it moves through the body, signals alignment with purpose, and serves as a powerful guidepost for transformation.

Through raw and insightful conversation, we uncover:

• Why joy is often absent in men’s spaces—and why it needs to be reclaimed
• How cultural and personal conditioning suppress joy in men’s lives
• The connection between joy, presence, and deeper emotional awareness
• How embracing joy can shift relationships, purpose, and personal fulfillment

Join us as we challenge the narratives that keep joy at a distance and explore how opening to it can create a fuller, more integrated experience of masculinity and life.