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What if healing doesn't begin by becoming someone new—but by remembering who you've always been?
In this episode of the ManKind Podcast, Boysen sits down with CJ Goulding, co-founder of Boys in the Wood, an organization using nature, brotherhood, and community to support the mental health and wellbeing of Black men.
CJ shares the personal story that led him from outdoor education to creating transformative retreats where men reconnect with themselves, each other, and the natural world. Together they explore how vulnerability grows in the right environment, why community is essential to healing, and how challenging outdated stories of masculinity opens the door to a more connected and courageous life.
They also discuss the role of nature in emotional wellbeing, the importance of mutual aid and collective care, the power of authentic leadership, and why sharing power doesn't diminish us—it multiplies what becomes possible.
Whether you're looking for deeper brotherhood, healthier masculinity, or simply a reminder that you don't have to carry everything alone, this conversation offers both hope and practical wisdom.
In this episode you'll hear:
• Why nature helps men reconnect with themselves
• The story behind Boys in the Wood
• How vulnerability becomes possible inside trusted communities
• Why "remember who you are" is more than a metaphor
• The surprising ways joy shows up when men feel safe
• How healing one man strengthens an entire community
• Why power grows when it's shared
Learn more about Boyz n the Wood - https://www.boyznthewood.org/
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