BigDeal #72 What They Don’t Tell Fathers About Raising Sons: Green Beret Nick Freitas
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Jun 5, 2025 
In this engaging conversation, Nick Freitas, a former Green Beret and advocate for strong masculinity, dives into the challenges of raising sons in today’s world. He emphasizes the crucial role of father-son bonds and the influence of women in shaping character. Nick discusses the necessity of understanding societal violence, the importance of resilience and mindset, and critiques the education system, advocating for real-world experiences. He also touches on effective communication in parenting and the value of nurturing entrepreneurial skills in children.
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Dangerous Dads Are Valuable
- Dads must be dangerous to protect and provide.
- Women are not attracted to men they don't feel safe around.
Measured Response to Trolls
- Chris quickly subdued a rude internet troll with controlled physical response.
- Measured physical assertion enforces boundaries without lasting harm.
Violence Enforces Social Order
- Violence remains a real option in male interactions and enforces social order.
- Competency in physical defense encourages measured and effective use of force.