There are rules we all follow… but nobody ever actually wrote them down. You know exactly what I’m talking about. But today… we’re going there. We’re breaking down the unwritten rules between men and women—the ones that shape our relationships, mess with our communication, and sometimes completely hold us back from being real with each other. Where did these rules even come from? Do they actually help us… or are they just outdated expectations we’re too comfortable to challenge? And what happens when you stop playing by them? Let’s talk about it.

This week on the podcast, we’re diving into a conversation that hits a little deeper than usual why men feel like they can’t show their emotional side. From a young age, guys are taught to “man up,” stay tough, and keep everything bottled in. But where did that come from… and what’s it actually costing us? We break down the pressure to fit into society’s version of masculinity, how it impacts mental health, relationships, and identity, and why vulnerability is still seen as weakness instead of strength. This isn’t just talk it’s real experiences, real struggles, and an honest look at what men deal with behind the scenes. If you’ve ever felt like you had to hide how you really feel… this episode is for you.

Why do some of us talk things out… while others shut down? Why do some people feel comfortable expressing emotions… while others were taught to “tough it out”?

In this episode of Got It Podcast, we dive into the powerful ways our parents’ parenting styles shaped the adults we became.

From strict households to laid-back homes, emotionally open parents to the classic “figure it out yourself” approach, we explore how different upbringings influence everything from relationships and confidence to how we handle conflict and raise our own kids.

Mario also shares personal insights as a father raising a son with autism while navigating life with ADHD showing how today’s parents are often trying to break cycles, learn new approaches, and do better than the generation before us.

Because at the end of the day, none of our parents had a manual… and most of us are still figuring it out.

This conversation gets honest, funny, and real about the differences in how we were raised—and how those differences show up in our lives today.