Man Down by Jason MacKenzie

Honoring Grief with Jason MacKenzie

In this episode, host interviews grief writer and coach Jason McKenzie, who shares his personal journey through the suicide of his first wife and the later death of his daughter, and how those losses led him to alcoholism and eventually sobriety. McKenzie explains how men often numb grief with self‑destructive habits and how uncovering hidden self‑protective beliefs can unlock authentic mourning. He describes his work with fathers and business owners, using coaching techniques that surface unconscious assumptions and test new behaviors to break grief‑driven patterns. The conversation highlights the importance of honoring lost loved ones while still living fully, and offers practical insight into turning grief into purposeful action.