Daniel and Marcos
👨🏾🦱 Marcos and 🧔🏽♂️ Daniel sit down for an open, honest conversation about stress, masculinity, and vulnerability. As Daniel shares the pressure of always appearing strong, his therapist gently reminds him that real strength can come from expressing feelings and asking for support.
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Marcos
Hi Daniel, good to see you. How have you been feeling this week?
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Daniel
Honestly? Tired. I feel like I always have to keep it together, you know? Be strong, calm, in control. But inside, I’m exhausted.
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Marcos
That sounds heavy. Do you feel pressure to always look strong because you’re a man?
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Daniel
Yeah, exactly. Since I was a kid, people told me, “don’t cry, be tough.” Now, when I feel stressed or sad, I just hide it.
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Marcos
That’s a lot to carry. But stress doesn’t disappear when you hide it—it builds up. What happens when you try to hold everything inside?
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Daniel
I get headaches, I can’t sleep, and sometimes I snap at people for no reason. Then I feel guilty.
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Marcos
That makes sense. Stress affects both the body and the mind. Talking about it doesn’t make you weak—it actually shows strength.
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Daniel
I’m not used to talking like this. But it feels good to say it out loud.
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Marcos
Exactly. Naming your feelings is the first step. You don’t have to be “the rock” all the time. Everyone needs support.
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Daniel
You’re right. I think I’ve been holding too much in. I want to learn a healthier way.
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Marcos
And that’s why we’re here. Step by step, we’ll find tools that work for you.
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