374: The 3 main archetypes of men. Which one are you? (ft. Jason Lange) [replay]

374: The 3 main archetypes of men. Which one are you? (ft. Jason Lange) [replay]

Author: Melanie Curtin August 15, 2025 Duration: 1:20:56

How connected do you feel to your heart? How about to your cock?

One of the advantages we have as coaches for men is that we seen the patterns that frequently show up for different men. We've noted three specific archetypes in our work and here, we go over them. (If you've ever heard me reference the heart/cock matrix, that's part of this episode.)

Why does this matter? In large part because most women I know who are attracted to men (myself included) have a deep yearning to relate romantically with men who embody one specific archetype that we discuss here. We cover all three types of men, their differences, their paths, and the one that a lot of women crave from the depths of their being.

(And while the themes in this episode are framed in a heterosexual/straight dating and relationship context, I believe there's a universal human longing involved here.)

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Memorable quotes from this episode:

  • "A lot of men were raised by a dad who they didn't want to be like."
  • "For the basic bro, there's a lot of 'go' energy -- a lot of action-taking; and a lot of 'I' energy (rather than 'we' energy)."
  • "These kinds of men will get laid, but they won't get her to commit to them."
  • "If he hasn't gone to those depths within himself, I don't trust him to hold my depths as a woman."
  • "Nice Guys -- one of their superpowers is helping people to feel safe."
  • "Growing up, these guys are learning to prioritize others rather than themselves."
  • "'I was waiting for her to give me a sign that it was OK to kiss her.'"
  • "It's allowing yourself to be seen when you don't have it all together."
  • "For these men, it feels like, 'I'm giving and giving and giving, and never getting.'"
  • "He re-polarized his relationship, and it changed everything."
  • "Nice Guys will often end up in a relationship because the woman took the initiative."
  • "Who were you raised by?"
  • "What does it mean to love myself and grow?"
  • "Around anger I had thoughts like, 'Why bother? It won't do anything anyway.'"
  • "It's the ability to go to wherever we need to go in any given moment."

Melanie Curtin hosts Dear Men: How to Rock Sex, Dating, and Relationships With Women, a space where curiosity meets practical change. This isn't about memorizing pick-up lines or playing games; it's built on the idea that genuine personal growth is the most attractive quality a man can develop. The conversations here move beyond surface-level tips to explore the deeper dynamics of connection, drawing from insights across health, culture, and psychology. You'll hear from women who offer a candid look into what fosters real attraction and lasting partnership, providing a valuable perspective often missing from mainstream advice. Each episode tackles the honest questions and challenges men face, whether navigating early dating, deepening intimacy, or building a resilient marriage. The focus is always on actionable understanding-how to listen, communicate, and show up in ways that are both authentic and effective. Tune in for a podcast that respects your intelligence and meets you where you are, offering a blend of straightforward talk and nuanced discussion that can reshape how you approach every aspect of your life with women. It's for any man ready to move past confusion and toward more meaningful, fulfilling connections.
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