In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, host Jay Hicks sits down with Justin Long, an advocate against toxic masculinity and author of the book 'The Righteous Rage of a 10-Year-Old Boy.' They discuss Justin's journey through a traumatic childhood, his struggles with alcohol, and the transformative power of therapy, particularly EMDR. They explore emotional health, the impact of toxic masculinity, and the importance of self-acceptance and vulnerability. Join them for a candid and insightful conversation filled with personal stories, humor, and valuable lessons on living authentically.   00:00 Introduction to the Tragedy Academy 00:05 Meet Justin Long: Advocate Against Toxic Masculinity 00:16 Justin's Journey Through Trauma and Therapy 00:34 Life in Florida: A Shared Experience 01:14 Justin's Transformation and Self-Acceptance 02:33 The Toolbox of Emotional Health 04:00 Masks and Self-Defense Mechanisms 04:50 The Cycle of Shame and Alcoholism 05:49 Recognizing and Managing Personas 10:48 The Shame Monster and Its Impact 26:32 Generational Trauma and Parenting 33:44 The Puzzle Piece Analogy 37:21 Self-Worth and Acceptance 38:06 Narcissism and Self-Perception 39:44 Authenticity and Self-Love 41:08 Victimhood and Self-Realization 44:04 Living Authentically 45:45 Overcoming Trauma 54:48 Comedy and Sci-Fi as Mirrors 56:51 Quantum Mechanics and Human Potential 59:37 Final Thoughts and Resources   Meet Justin Justin’s mission is to make the world a better place for people by combatting toxic masculine ideas surrounding men and their emotions. His current book, The Righteous Rage of a Ten-Year-Old Boy, is a raw, intense examination of his childhood, the traumatic events that formed his negative self-image, and his journey through therapy to overcome it all. As a young adult with no tools, Justin turned to alcohol to cope with his feelings and mask the underlying problem - his terrible childhood and toxic family. But through EMDR therapy and hard work, he is now a thriving author, businessman, and husband. In this insightful episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay Hicks and Justin Long delve deep into the complexities of toxic masculinity, emotional health, and the transformative power of therapy. Justin's candid recounting of his traumatic childhood and subsequent journey through therapy, particularly EMDR, offers valuable lessons on self-acceptance and vulnerability. This episode not only sheds light on the impact of toxic masculinity but also highlights the importance of living authentically and embracing one's true self. Through humor and personal stories, Jay and Justin provide listeners with a compelling conversation filled with profound insights and practical advice for emotional well-being. Connect with Us!  Explore more about The Tragedy Academy: https://www.thetragedyacademy.com  Support and Grow With Us Podcasting Made Easy: Build your stunning podcast website with Podpage: Podpage: https://bit.ly/3LSCBh5.  @podpagehq Take your recording to the next level with Riverside.FM: https://bit.ly/3ImjNWD @riverside.fm Get the Gear Loved Jay's t-shirt from the latest episode? Grab yours at Into the AM. @intotheam Into the AM: https://bit.ly/431MLD5. Expand Your Mind Dive into our recommended reads at our Bookshop. Bookshop: https://bit.ly/42pPHcv. ✅ Stay Updated – Subscribe!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEUXqlregig6vcrvuVNGlKg and never miss an episode. Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: @thetragedyacademypodcast Facebook:@TheTragedyAcademyPodcast Twitter: @Tragedy_Academy TikTok: @thetragedyacademy Support The Tragedy Academy. Your support helps us keep bringing meaningful content. Consider donating through PayPal or BuyMeACoffee. PayPal Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=YMU9L4TBWX6AG Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tragedyacademy