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206 - Burnout, Loneliness, and the New Happy – a way forward for Men with Stephanie Harrison

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In this transformative episode of The ManKind Podcast, Boysen sits down with Stephanie Harrison—philosopher of happiness, founder of The New Happy, and author of the international bestseller New Happy: Getting Happiness Right in a World That’s Got It Wrong. Together, they take aim at the deeply ingrained myths of happiness shaped by individualism, capitalism, and domination.

Stephanie reveals how these cultural forces disconnect us from true wellbeing and from one another—and how men, in particular, are harmed by messages that tie their worth to productivity, stoicism, and isolation. Drawing from her research and lived experience, she offers a powerful, hopeful alternative: a happiness rooted in connection, compassion, and shared purpose.

Key moments in the conversation include:

  • [04:00] Stephanie explains the "Old Happy" framework and how it distorts our pursuit of happiness.
  • [06:30] A deep dive into individualism: how it isolates men and reinforces emotional suppression.
  • [10:45] Understanding domination as self-suppression and societal control—and how men internalize it.
  • [18:35] Facing capitalism: why the endless pursuit of success leaves us empty—and what real purpose looks like.
  • [25:45] A surprising reframe of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs—what we've misunderstood about self-actualization.
  • [31:00] Stephanie shares 3 practices to build more meaningful relationships and authentic joy.
  • [34:30] Boysen shares a personal story about starting a local men’s walk-and-talk group—and the impact of simple connection.
  • [37:20] The Harvard Grant Study makes an appearance: the #1 predictor of a happy, healthy life? Relationships.

This is a must-listen for anyone who senses there's more to life—and manhood—than striving alone. If you've ever felt like the rules of happiness weren’t wr

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations).

In this transformative episode of The ManKind Podcast, Boysen sits down with Stephanie Harrison—philosopher of happiness, founder of The New Happy, and author of the international bestseller New Happy: Getting Happiness Right in a World That’s Got It Wrong. Together, they take aim at the deeply ingrained myths of happiness shaped by individualism, capitalism, and domination.

Stephanie reveals how these cultural forces disconnect us from true wellbeing and from one another—and how men, in particular, are harmed by messages that tie their worth to productivity, stoicism, and isolation. Drawing from her research and lived experience, she offers a powerful, hopeful alternative: a happiness rooted in connection, compassion, and shared purpose.

Key moments in the conversation include:

  • [04:00] Stephanie explains the "Old Happy" framework and how it distorts our pursuit of happiness.
  • [06:30] A deep dive into individualism: how it isolates men and reinforces emotional suppression.
  • [10:45] Understanding domination as self-suppression and societal control—and how men internalize it.
  • [18:35] Facing capitalism: why the endless pursuit of success leaves us empty—and what real purpose looks like.
  • [25:45] A surprising reframe of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs—what we've misunderstood about self-actualization.
  • [31:00] Stephanie shares 3 practices to build more meaningful relationships and authentic joy.
  • [34:30] Boysen shares a personal story about starting a local men’s walk-and-talk group—and the impact of simple connection.
  • [37:20] The Harvard Grant Study makes an appearance: the #1 predictor of a happy, healthy life? Relationships.

This is a must-listen for anyone who senses there's more to life—and manhood—than striving alone. If you've ever felt like the rules of happiness weren’t wr

BetterHelp: Get 10% Off Your First Month Of Therapy
The ManKind Podcast has partnered with Betterhelp to make it easier for listeners to access licensed mental health therapists who can aid them in their mental health journey. Brandon and Boysen stand by this service as they use BetterHelp for their therapy needs.
#Sponsorship #Ad

Support the show

Get up to 20% off Magic Mind with our link:
https://magicmind.com/MANKINDMAY

Subscribe/Rate/Review on iTunes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: >>>HERE<<<
Stay in the loop with powerful figures in the world of Men's Work.

Find A Men's Circle Near You: https://mkpusa.org/mens-group
With over 1000+ Men's Circles (Virtual + In-Person) worldwide, men are waiting to welcome you into a kind, supportive and safe brotherhood of men. FREE Online Men's Groups are available every week.
The Men's Work: https://mkpusa.org/themenswork/ In just three short weeks we’ll give you a solid foundation for moving ahead in your life, and you won’t be going alone. Cohorts Launch Every Month

🎵Listen To Jim Donovan & The Sun King Warriors:

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