Redefining Masculinity : Healing Trauma and Embracing Emotional Growth | EP13 | with Matthew Bruce

In this episode of "The Psychedelic Couch," our host Clare Faulkner speaks with Matthew Bruce, who shares his transformative journey from an Australian soldier to a healer in the microdosing space. Matthew discusses his experiences with PTSD, sexual dysfunction, and the profound impact of childhood experiences on adult sexuality and emotional regulation. The episode explores the importance of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and the healing potential of psychedelics. Matthew emphasises the significance of setting personal goals, understanding the effects of diet on mental health, and fostering healthy male sexuality for broader societal healing. The conversation also offers valuable insights into personal growth and community well-being.

Matthew Bruce has worked in the somatic healing space for eight years and is a trained facilitator across multiple somatic modalities. Over the years, he has studied and taught as a somatic sexologist with New Paradigm Intimacy, including serving as a male-bodied facilitator for 55 women in a 12-month somatic sexologist training. Matt loves exploring the intersection of dysfunction and embodiment and will share valuable tips on how modern herbs and the removal of certain substances can support sexual evolution through nervous system regulation.

Matthew's career highlights include collaborations with Microsoft, becoming an Amazon bestseller, and appearances on Nova Radio and Channel Seven, insight timer and more. Originally from Yorta Yorta land in Victoria, he’s excited to return home to share his journey, including how he overcame personal sexual challenges after serving in Afghanistan and ten years of active service in the Australian military and special forces.

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