The Evolved Caveman Podcast · Episode 11
Episode 308: How Men Can Find Their Purpose
Meaning & Masculinity — w/ Author & Positive Psych Star John Sean Doyle. Real science, lived wisdom, and zero fluff for men who want more from life.
*Mud, Meaning & Masculinity — with Poet & Positive Psych Star John Sean Doyle**
What if embracing pain was the key to more joy, connection, and purpose?
In this thought-provoking convo, Dr. John sits down with **John Sean Doyle** — poet, lawyer, and “the poetic voice of positive psychology” — to talk about how to stay grounded in a chaotic world and live with more reverence, resilience, and kindness.
We cover:
- The beauty of *both/and* — joy and pain, awe and grief
- How to raise kinder kids (and better men)
- Why meaning and poetry are essential for a well-lived life
- Lessons from working with drill sergeants, judges, monks, and more
- His powerful book, *Mud and Dreams*
**About John Sean Doyle:**
Sean is a poet, lawyer, and former positive psych professor. His writing and workshops help people recover reverence for life and create a culture of compassion — from the courtroom to the classroom to the dinner table.
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📱 IG/Twitter: @JohnSeanDoyle
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