MENTALk
Welcome to MENTALk Podcast!
I’m Dakota, and this podcast is my way of sharing my journey through life's challenges and encouraging others to do the same. As a man who's faced his fair share of struggles, I’ve realized how rarely we hear about the experiences and emotional battles that men go through. MENTALk is here to change that.
Through candid conversations, personal stories, and insightful interviews, this podcast aims to create a space where men can openly discuss their mental health and experiences. But it’s not just for men—women, too, can find value in understanding and supporting the men in their lives.
Join me as we tackle tough topics, break down barriers, and get real about mental health. Whether you’re looking to vent, seek support, or better understand a loved one, MENTALk is here to help you get stuff off your chest and find the connection we all need.
MENTALk
S1:E10 | Breaking Cycles: Fatherhood, Business, and the Fight for Balance
Hey everyone, welcome back to the show! This week, we’re diving into a really raw and real conversation with my good friend Ben Nichols. Now, if you’ve been wondering where this episode is, trust me, it’s been worth the wait. We actually recorded this once before, but I wasn’t happy with it—I wasn’t in the right headspace, and Ben deserves so much better. So, here we are, round two, and we’re going deep.
In this episode, we talk about everything—balancing life as fathers, building businesses from scratch, and dealing with the mental and emotional weight that comes with it all. Ben opens up about his journey, from working countless odd jobs to finally finding his groove as an entrepreneur. He shares how his upbringing, struggles with bullying, and life experiences shaped who he is today.
We also get into some heavy stuff: emotional availability, breaking toxic cycles, and the importance of therapy. Ben talks about how therapy has helped him uncover patterns and start living more intentionally. And me? I’m reflecting on what it means to break the mold, especially when it comes to fatherhood and raising my kids differently from how I was raised.
This episode is a mix of laughs, hard truths, and some powerful takeaways about growth, resilience, and learning to embrace the challenges life throws at us. Tune in—this one’s a game-changer.
Tune in to the MENTALk Podcast:
🎙️ Real talk, real experiences, real growth.
Website - https://mentalk.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentalk/id1772193764
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2pOMbjSPxSLeDTQru9pGdt
YouTube Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/playlist...
Thank you for tuning in to my podcast! I truly appreciate your support. To stay updated on all the latest episodes and content, be sure to follow me on my social media platforms:
- Facebook: MENTALk Podcast
- Instagram: MENTALk Podcast
- YouTube: MENTALk Podcast
Your continued engagement means the world to me. Thank you for being part of this journey!
