What if strength isn’t about pushing through—but finally feeling what you’ve been avoiding? On Mind Over Masculinity, hosted by Avik, this episode explores the quiet truth behind burnout, anxiety, and emotional disconnection many men carry.

This conversation is for high performers, entrepreneurs, and men who feel “fine” on the outside but unsettled within. You’ll hear grounded insights on healing beyond logic, the role of plant medicine, and why real change isn’t dramatic—it’s honest, slow, and deeply embodied.

About the Guest:

Yasha Shah is the founder of Mahadevi Ayahuasca Retreat.

He works with indigenous healers and focuses on responsible, grounded approaches to plant medicine and emotional healing.

Episode Chapters

00:00 – Opening: Masculinity or unprocessed pain?

10:00 – Why high performers feel unfulfilled

13:40 – Yasha’s personal journey into healing

15:30 – Thinking vs feeling in healing work

18:30 – Red flags in retreat spaces

22:10 – Questions to ask before committing

26:00 – Why feeling is real strength

Key Takeaways:

Healing isn’t solved by thinking—it’s processed through feeling
Emotional avoidance often hides behind productivity
Safe healing requires screening, integration, and support
No real transformation is instant or “magical”
Anxiety often points to deeper unresolved experiences

How to Connect With the Guest:

https://mahadeviayahuasca.com/

https://mahadeviayahuasca.com/education

Free access to the Ayahuasca Framework

*Some statements reflect personal belief and experiences and are presented as individual views, not medical advice. Listeners should consult qualified professionals for medical conditions.

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