STOP the Self-Shame. Reclaim Your Masculinity - Sam Gibbs Morris - Triangle Theory #038
June 11, 2025
What if the shame you've been carrying isn't yours to hold?
In this episode of the Triangle Theory podcast, we’re joined by a relationship coach and conscious masculinity mentor, Sam Gibbs Morris, as we unpack the emotional weight of shame, the healing process, and what it means to embody healthy masculinity in the modern world.
Topics We Cover:
- Escaping the prison of self-shame
- Healing childhood wounds and ancestral trauma
- Creating safety in relationships as men
- Balancing strength and softness in masculinity
- Ayahuasca, edge hunting, and spiritual growth
Sam shares personal stories, insights from men’s coaching, and tools for transforming pain into purpose.
In this episode, we discussed:
00:00 - Intro
02:28 - Living in a Self-Made Prison: The Edges of Shame
07:14 - The Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing
10:47 - The Impact of Early Life Experiences on Adult Behaviour
16:57 - Recognising the Need for Self-Saving
20:51 - Rebuilding Trust and Understanding Love
24:36 - Transcending Edges: A New Perspective on Growth
26:46 - Edge Hunting: Practical Steps for Men
30:39 - The Fixing Instinct: Understanding Male Responses
33:01 - The Importance of Staying Power in Relationships
36:42 - Creating Safe Spaces for Communication
38:50 - Navigating Modern Masculinity and Overwhelm
42:49 - Finding One's Truth and Identity
46:26 - Defining a Real Man: Truth and Integrity
50:26 - The Role of Accountability in Personal Growth
55:10 - Balancing Strength and Softness in Masculinity
01:02:05 - The Warrior and the Poet: Balancing Masculine Energies
01:06:09 - Understanding Karmic Debt and Ancestral Patterns
01:10:46 - Lessons from Ayahuasca Retreats: Healing Shame and Trauma
01:25:34 - Transformations in Men's Coaching: Rediscovering the Divine Masculine
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00:00 - Intro
02:28 - Living in a Self-Made Prison: The Edges of Shame
07:14 - The Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing
10:47 - The Impact of Early Life Experiences on Adult Behaviour
16:57 - Recognising the Need for Self-Saving
20:51 - Rebuilding Trust and Understanding Love
24:36 - Transcending Edges: A New Perspective on Growth
26:46 - Edge Hunting: Practical Steps for Men
30:39 - The Fixing Instinct: Understanding Male Responses
33:01 - The Importance of Staying Power in Relationships
36:42 - Creating Safe Spaces for Communication
38:50 - Navigating Modern Masculinity and Overwhelm
42:49 - Finding One's Truth and Identity
46:26 - Defining a Real Man: Truth and Integrity
50:26 - The Role of Accountability in Personal Growth
55:10 - Balancing Strength and Softness in Masculinity
01:02:05 - The Warrior and the Poet: Balancing Masculine Energies
01:06:09 - Understanding Karmic Debt and Ancestral Patterns
01:10:46 - Lessons from Ayahuasca Retreats: Healing Shame and Trauma
01:25:34 - Transformations in Men's Coaching: Rediscovering the Divine Masculine
-------------------
Hey tribe! - Can I ask you a favour? See, we're completely new to the podcasting game, and any feedback would be appreciated, positive or negative, as we're looking to improve as we go. Thanks!
You can also support us at:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triangle.theory_/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@triangle.theory
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50RW93YVyR3YgEIuNdKIAZ?si=d77d72433a074a34
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/triangle-theory/id1769204627
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TriangleTheorypod
Player FM: https://player.fm/series/triangle-theory
Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/bdxlCwfrYN8
Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/triangle-theory-5790906
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/triangle-theory-podcast/
#triangletheory #therapyformen #mentalhealth #masculinity #selfdevelopment #brotherhood