Valuetainment “Killing Kids & Destroying Communities” - Ray Lewis TORCHES Big Tech & Media
Sep 7, 2025
Ray Lewis, a former NFL linebacker and two-time Super Bowl champion, shares how his faith and discipline molded his worldview, deeply influenced by his mother. He discusses the challenges of broken communities and the alarming rise in youth suicide, linking these issues to the impact of technology and music. Lewis emphasizes the need for strong leadership to foster accountability and hope, urging a return to meaningful human connections and the importance of open dialogue among influential voices to guide the next generation.
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Raised By Faith And Discipline
- Ray Lewis credits his mother, a pastor, for introducing him to faith and shaping strict personal standards from childhood.
- He stopped cursing, avoided clubs and strip clubs, and maintained daily prayer as a lifelong discipline.
Poverty And Resilience In Youth
- Ray recalls growing up poor with one pair of jeans, taped shoes, and taunts about being fatherless.
- He says those hardships never defined him and shaped his resolve to live differently.
Technology Replaces Human Connection
- Lewis argues communities teach money and skills but neglect history, love, and parenting, letting devices replace connection.
- He warns that technology and culture are eroding human connection and community accountability.