Your Vulnerability Is Not a Weakness (Until It Is)
Society teaches men vulnerability is weakness. For founders, it's a strategic tool. Learn when to show emotion, and when to hold back.
How to Better Regulate Your Emotions | Dr. Marc Brackett
With Andrew Huberman, Marc Brackett · Sunday, April 19, 2026
Andrew Huberman and Dr. Marc Brackett discuss the science of emotion regulation, emphasizing that it's about wisely managing feelings to achieve life goals rather than suppressing them. They delve into how societal norms, gender biases, and upbringing shape our relationship with emotions, particularly for boys and men. Dr. Brackett introduces practical tools like the 'meta moment' and highlights the importance of emotional literacy, self-awareness, and developing an 'emotional identity' for well-being and effective communication.
Key takeaways
- Societal pressures teach boys to link emotional expression, especially 'sad' or 'ashamed' feelings, with femininity and weakness. Read more →
- Emotion regulation means intentionally managing your feelings to hit specific life and business goals, rather than simply suppressing discomfort. Read more →
- Distinguish between feelings like anxiety, stress, pressure, and fear using precise language to apply better coping strategies. Read more →
- Emotional regulation is actively managing feelings to achieve goals, not suppressing them. Read more →
4 articles from this episode
Emotion Regulation Isn't Suppression: It's Goal-Driven Strategy
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Name Your Feelings, Own Your Regulation
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The Meta Moment: Pause, Breathe, Envision Your Best Self
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