{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why Men Don\u2019t Feel Safe to Love Women Anymore. Men Aren\u2019t Cold\u2026 They\u2019re Guarded!","description":"Elevated Man Podcast with Apollonia Ponti  Why Men Don\u2019t Feel Safe to Love Women Anymore. Men Aren\u2019t Cold\u2026 They\u2019re Guarded! In this episode, we dive into a conversation that\u2019s becoming more common but rarely discussed openly: why many men say they no longer feel safe to love. Are men becoming cold, or have they simply become more guarded? Apollonia Pont will explore how modern dating culture, emotional vulnerability, and the pressure to perform in relationships have shaped how men approach love today. From the fear of weaponized vulnerability to the \u201coption mindset\u201d created by dating apps and social media, many men feel that opening up emotionally can backfire. This episode breaks down why some men hold back, how good men can become guarded over time, and what it really means when a man says he doesn\u2019t feel emotionally safe. More importantly, we talk about what healthy vulnerability and stronger mindsets can look like in modern relationships. Men aren\u2019t cold \u2014 they\u2019re protecting themselves. Let\u2019s talk about why! Key points in this episode! 0:34 \u2014 Are men really afraid of love? Let\u2019s talk about what\u2019s actually going on. 1:08 \u2014 When a man says \u201cI don\u2019t feel safe,\u201d here\u2019s what he might really mean. 2:10 \u2014 Weaponized vulnerability: what it is and how it shows up in relationships. 4:01 \u2014 Why modern dating can start to feel like a performance. 5:13 \u2014 The \u201coption mindset\u201d and how it\u2019s changing the dating scene. 6:11 \u2014 Why good men sometimes become guarded over time. 7:22 \u2014 What men can do to build a stronger mindset in dating and relationships. Applying for a coaching or consultation call with Apollonia Ponti apply-->  here!  "I love Apollonia; her tips have helped me with my dating!" <---- If this sounds like you, please consider following me and rating\/reviewing my show! This helps me support people like you and gets my advice out there so we can collectively help change many men's's lives! All you have to do is press the follow button -->, scroll to the bottom to Rating & Reviews, and click on Write a Review.   Want more dating advice? Follow Apollonia On:  Instagram; https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/apollonia_ponti\/?hl=en Facebook; https:\/\/m.facebook.com\/apollonialovecoach Website; https:\/\/www.apolloniaponti.com\/ Listen and Subscribe to the Write Your Legend Podcast with Apollonia Ponti on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and the CLNS Media Network mobile app. dating with intention, high value man, masculine energy, men\u2019s dating advice, confidence in dating, emotional control, Apollonia Ponti, The Elevated Man Podcast, dating tips for men, relationship coaching ","author_name":"The Elevated Man","author_url":"https:\/\/www.apolloniaponti.com\/","html":"