{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6335b2a5559a970014e24d3c/6800dff1f4bf76eb41695708?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Loneliness, Masculinity & Mental Health with Dan Shrigley","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6335b2a5559a970014e24d3c/1744887601175-7bdeca12-aded-471d-b938-66ecc81528b3.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Welcome to The Waffle Shop!</p><p><br></p><p>Joining me in the studio is the brilliant <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/danshrigley/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Dan Shrigley</strong></a>!</p><p><br></p><p>Dan Shrigley joins me for a deep dive into the often unspoken challenges of <strong>men's mental health</strong>, <strong>loneliness</strong>, and the journey of <strong>personal growth</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, we explore how personal experiences shape our mental well-being, the struggles that can arise as we evolve, and the emotional toll of outgrowing relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>Dan shares insights into the importance of creating safe, non-judgmental spaces for men to open up — and how connection can be one of the most healing tools we have.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is a reminder that vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness. It encourages listeners to take action, seek support, and discover purpose — even in the smallest of steps.</p><p><br></p><p>If you want to find out more, head to the below links:</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/waffleshoppodcast/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>The Waffle Shop Podcast</strong></a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/danshrigley/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Dan Shrigley</strong></a></p>","author_name":"Taylor James"}