In this week’s episode of Magnetic Heart Podcast, Camilla Nunn dives deep into the often unexplored terrain of men’s emotions, vulnerability, and intimacy with guest speaker John Dent, a seasoned body psychotherapist, writer, artist and workshop facilitator. Titled Breaking the Silence: Navigating Men’s Emotions, Intimacy, and Vulnerability, the conversation opens up important dialogues around how societal expectations shape men’s ability to connect with their feelings and form deeper emotional bonds. Through this engaging discussion, Dent shares his unique insights into what it means to be vulnerable in today’s world, how men can reclaim their emotional voice, and why intimacy is not just about sexual connection but about genuine heart-to-heart engagement.

John Dent’s path into personal development started in the 1980s while living on a self-sufficient, new-age commune on an Irish island, where his curiosity for personal growth first blossomed. Over the years, he has explored numerous personal development tools such as astrology, Reuchian bodywork, and psychodrama. In the 1990s, Dent founded a men’s group and further deepened his journey into Theravada Buddhism. With over two decades of experience in body psychotherapy, he incorporates a blend of practices, including outdoor therapy through his signature “wild mirrors,” which invite participants to explore their psychological and emotional landscapes through nature, transference, and symbolism.

Dent also shares about his specialised workshops The Playful Heart and The Erotic Heart, which is open to men and women alike on themes of intimacy, creativity, and the often-overlooked heart-sex connection.

In this episode, John Dent offers profound wisdom on how men can step beyond the societal silence surrounding their emotions, revealing not only the struggles but the joys of embracing vulnerability in relationships. Whether you’re navigating your own emotional growth or seeking deeper intimacy with others, this conversation offers valuable insights for both men and women alike.

Links

Buy John’s book, How to Have a Shit Relationship: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DC76WF6B/ref

Explore John’s workshops: https://johnleighdent.com/the-playful-heart