Men on the Path to Love
Relationship coach Bill Simpson offers stories and wisdom, to inspire men be the best version of themselves in relationship and live the life they love.
Episodes
184 episodes
Self-Worth vs. Self-Sacrifice: Where Men Lose Themselves in Relationship
What if your biggest relationship problem isn’t effort, but you losing yourself? In this episode, I explain the difference between healthy self-worth and the kind of self-sacrifice that slowly takes away your identity, desire, and connection in...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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12:41
BONUS: Hormone Replacement Therapy: How Hormones Impact You and Your Relationship
What if the missing spark in your relationship isn’t a communication issue but a chemistry issue? In this BONUS episode, I sit down with biochemist and entrepreneur Ryan Root to unpack how hormone optimization can reshape energy, mood, and inti...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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35:18
The Mask We Wear: How Men Learn to Hide in Relationships
You can feel it the moment it happens—your chest tightens, your voice goes flat, and the urge to fix or deflect takes over. That move worked for years. It kept you safe, respected, maybe even admired. But with the person you love, not so much. ...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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16:09
From Reaction to Response: Emotional Self-Regulation for Men in Relationship
Ever wish you could hit pause before the blowup? In this first episode of season 5, I explore how men can shift from knee jerk reaction to a steady response using practical tools that strengthen self-leadership, deepen intimacy, and create emot...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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14:44
ENCORE Episode: Rejected and Resentful: Navigating Sexual Disconnection in Relationship
Sexual rejection can feel like a brutal judgment on your worth, especially if you learned to equate sex with love, validation, and safety. In this encore episode, I explore how that conditioning shows up, why resentment so easily takes over, an...
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Season 4
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Episode 46
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15:22
ENCORE Episode: Get Off Your Phone and Into Your Relationship
In this encore episode of Men on the Path to Love podcast, I talk about the impact that our smartphones can have on our relationships. Are you putting your phone ahead of the people you love? Think about it. You'll hear "Carl's" story and what ...
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Season 4
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Episode 45
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17:21
When You Don’t Feel Like You’re Enough: The Impact of Shame on Relationship
In this episode, I talk about how shame can convince men that they are unworthy of love and how that belief slowly chips away intimacy, trust and joy in relationship. I share about my struggle with shame, as well as "Cliff's" powerful story of ...
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17:41
Is It Love or a Trauma Bond? How to Tell the Difference
What if the rush you think is love is actually your nervous system trying to get relief from pain? It could be trauma bonding, where intense emotional highs and lows, fear, inconsistency, or manipulation create a powerful atta...
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Season 4
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Episode 43
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15:48
Love Cons: Why Men Get Fooled in Love And How to Spot the Truth
In this episode, I explore the world of love cons or romance scams—how they start, why they work on smart men, and the subtle manipulation that turns affection into control. From love bombing to isolation to the inevitable “urgent” request, I l...
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Season 4
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Episode 42
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19:33
The Thanksgiving Episode: The Power of Gratitude & Appreciation in Relationship
Gratitude often gets dismissed as corny, but when it comes to relationship, it can be a powerful reset button. In this episode, I dig into what real appreciation looks like—beyond cliche'd quotes—and why it can be a game changer in relationship...
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13:09
AI vs Real Connection: Can ChatGPT Be Your Relationship Coach?
Can ChatGPT (or your favorite AI) be your relationship coach? That's the question I explore in the episode. Through Charles’ story—I share how he was using ChatGPT as his "therapist" and what he learned. I go over the pro's and con's of what AI...
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Season 4
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Episode 40
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14:47
The Lonely Season: Navigating the Holidays In or Out of Relationship
I've heard the holiday season referred to as the "lonely season." In this episode, I talk about why this time of year hits so hard for many men—after divorce/break up or even within a loving relationship—and how support, boundaries, and s...
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Season 4
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Episode 39
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15:34
BONUS: 12 Rules of Marriage: A Blueprint for Sustainable Love with Author and Coach Victor Guisfredi
In this BONUS episode, you'll hear my conversation with author and coach Victor Guisfredi, as he shares his journey from divorce and despair to writing two books and building a sustainable marriage grounded in self-awareness, commitment and tru...
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Season 4
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Episode 38
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35:00
The Parenting Trap: Keeping Your Relationship Alive While Raising Kids
Having trouble navigating your relationship and raising your kids? You're not alone. Raising kids is one of the greatest joys and one of the biggest stress tests any couple can face. I know firsthand. I'm a Dad to a daughter and a son.
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Season 4
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Episode 37
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16:09
Should I Stay or Should I Go In My Relationship
A question that often haunts us in relationship is: should I stay and fight for this relationship, or is it time to leave? In this episode, I offer a clear, doable framework you can use today—five grounded options that honor both love and self-...
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Season 4
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Episode 36
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13:59
The Distance Dilemma: Can Long-Distance Relationships Really Work?
Can long-distance relationships really work? For some yes — for others no. So how do you tell the difference, and what actually keeps a distant relationship alive? In this episode, I explore the distance dilemma with real stories, g...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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15:14
More Than Words: The Power of Touch and Nonverbal Communication in Relationship
What if the strongest words in your relationship are the ones you never say? In this episode, I explore the quiet language of touch, eye contact, and being present—and why these signals often build trust and safety more effectively than any per...
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12:10
In Sickness and In Health: Supporting Your Partner’s Health Challenges
If you're in a long term relationship, chances are you or your partner are going to face some sort of health challenge or experience bodily changes. In this episode, I explore how to support your partner through those health challenges and chan...
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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18:19
Stop Pretending to Be ‘Fine’ - Start Being Real in Relationship
Ever caught yourself saying "I'm fine" when you're anything but? This habit might be sabotaging your relationship and your health more than you realize. From childhood, men learn that strength means silence. We're taught to "toughen up" a...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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13:11
Game On: The Impact of Sports On Relationships
Ever found yourself choosing between watching the game and spending quality time with your partner? You're not alone. In this episode, I explore how sports obsession can impact relationships and show the delicate balance between the passion of ...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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11:27
Pets & Partnerships: The Role of Pets in Relationship
Ever wondered how your pets might be strengthening your relationship? In this episode, I share my personal journey with our cats Lily and Kiki. With what began as simply "getting pets" evolved into creating new opportunities for connection, sha...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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9:30
The Healed Man's Journey: How Healing Yourself Changes Everything in Relationship
The wounds we carry from our past don't just disappear when we enter relationships—they shape how we love, communicate, and show up for our partners. What makes a healed man different from a broken one isn't that he is without wounds, but how h...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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12:16
Exposing The Hidden Affair with Work: Choosing Love Over Career
Have you ever thrown yourself into work, telling yourself you're being a good provider, while secretly avoiding the messy, vulnerable parts of your relationship? You're not alone. This Labor Day episode explores the uncomfortable truth many men...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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10:40
Past, Present & Peace: How Acceptance of Your Partner’s Past Strengthens Your Relationship
The shadow of our past often follows us into new relationships. Whether your partner brings children from another relationship, financial struggles, or emotional wounds into your life, being willing to say "I know your story, and I choose you a...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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12:45
Keeping the Peace: Handling Tension with Your Partner’s Family
Family tensions can negatively impact even the strongest relationships. When your partner's family disapproves, judges, or disrespects you, the strain affects not just your interactions with them, but the foundation of your relationship itself....
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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13:56