On The Fall and Rise Of Men: How To Be A Strong Man In The Hard Times Ahead | 36
Oct 11, 2023
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Podcast speaker discusses personal struggle with marijuana addiction, societal issues affecting men, the breakdown of traditional masculinity, the importance of mentorship and personal growth, and the significance of traditional masculine initiation and the Christian path to holiness.
Masculine effeminacy and the pursuit of pleasure over responsibilities lead to broken families and societal degeneration.
Traditional masculine initiation provides a transformative journey for men to shed boyish attachments and embrace mature masculine virtue.
Separating from the world of the mother is crucial for men to develop their own identity and fulfill their responsibilities as men.
Deep dives
The predictable pattern of masculine effeminacy
Masculine effeminacy is a trait found in men that is an unwillingness to take on traditional masculine roles and responsibilities. It is a reaction to feminism and can lead to broken families, addiction, and societal degeneration. There are two types of reactionary men: the high flyer and the simp. The high flyer seeks material pleasure and unlimited sex, but ultimately leads an empty and meaningless life. The simp is resentful of women but still desires their attention and validation. Both types contribute to the downfall of Western society and perpetuate unchecked lust. It is important for men to choose the path of life-giving actions and embrace their role as fathers and leaders.
The lost practice of masculine initiation
Traditional masculine initiation was a time-tested practice that helped young men transition from boyhood to manhood. It involved a clean break from the world of the mother and a movement towards atonement with the father. However, modern society lacks the guidance and structure for such initiation, resulting in uninitiated men struggling with effeminacy and spiritual emptiness. Initiatory experiences provide a transformative journey for men to shed their boyish attachments and embrace mature masculine virtue. By undergoing a transformative experience, men can find purpose, regain confidence, and fulfill their roles as husbands, fathers, and leaders.
The importance of separating from the world of the mother
Separating from the world of the mother is a crucial step in masculine initiation. It involves both a literal and figurative movement away from dependence on the mother and towards independence and self-sufficiency. This separation is necessary for men to develop their own identity, free from the influence and expectations of the mother. By breaking free from the world of the mother, men can grow into their full potential and fulfill their responsibilities as men in society. It is a challenging but necessary step towards becoming strong, mature, and self-realized individuals.
The Impact of Femininity and the Disordered Attachment to Pleasure
The podcast discusses the concept of femininity, referring to it as a masculine softness or a willingness to prioritize pleasure over pursuing what is arduous or difficult. The speaker highlights how our culture heavily values good feelings and the pursuit of pleasure, which can lead to disordered attachments such as drinking, drugs, and excessive smartphone use. These attachments are seen as a result of the fall and are deeply rooted in our nature. The speaker emphasizes the need for a clean break from these attachments and a return to masculine qualities associated with stoicism, order, and virtue.
The Cultural Causes of Collapsed Masculinity and the Influence of Cultural Marxism
The podcast explores the cultural causes of collapsed masculinity, focusing on the influence of cultural Marxism. The speaker discusses the work of Marxist theorists George Lukacs and Antonio Gramsci, who believed that Western civilization and Christianity needed to be destroyed for communism to succeed. The podcast highlights how cultural Marxism, also known as multiculturalism or political correctness, aims to remove barriers to Marxism and reshape institutions according to Marxist principles. The breakdown of the family and the rise of fatherlessness is also discussed as contributing factors to weakened masculinity. The speaker emphasizes the need to understand and address these cultural influences in order to restore and strengthen masculinity.
In this podcast, speaker Elliott Hulse discusses his personal struggle with marijuana addiction and how it affected his life and relationships. He emphasizes the importance of breaking free from vices and addictions, and shares his journey of self-discovery and transformation. He also delves into the societal issues affecting men, such as the breakdown of traditional masculinity, the rise of feminism, and the impact of cultural Marxism. He highlights the importance of traditional masculine initiation and the Christian path to holiness in overcoming these challenges. He concludes by encouraging men to seek mentorship and community, and to strive for personal growth and transformation.
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