Modern Wisdom #480 - Zack Telander - Men Aren't Having Enough Sex
May 30, 2022
Zack Telander, a weightlifter and YouTuber, dives into the alarming trend of men reporting low sexual activity, which has tripled since 2010. He discusses cultural shifts in beauty standards and the impact of dating apps like Tinder, accentuating the dating struggles of young men. The conversation doesn't shy away from public health issues like monkeypox, blending humor with serious commentary on societal pressures. Listeners will also enjoy insights on personal growth through adversity and the often convoluted dynamics of celebrity culture.
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Training for the Difficult
- Zach Telander discusses Kiriakos Grizzly's unique training approach, "training for the difficult."
- He connects this to Jack White's intentional use of adversity to enhance creativity and effort in music.
Making Life Difficult
- Zach applies the "training for the difficult" concept to David Goggins' need for challenges.
- He asks listeners if they make life too easy and how to introduce productive difficulty.
Aloofness and Mystique
- Chris and Zach discuss the mystique created by aloofness, citing Robert Greene.
- They debate the "less is more" approach in social media, using Maynard Keenan and Tool as examples.
