Robert Twigger

In this engaging conversation, Robert Twigger, author of 'Micromastery,' delves into the art of mastering small skills for lifelong learning. He argues that focusing on specific skills prevents overwhelm and keeps motivation high. Drawing connections to punk rock, Twigger emphasizes the joy found in incremental successes. He also critiques the modern trend of specialization, advocating for a diverse skill set instead. Twigger's practical example of making an omelet highlights how micromasteries can lead to greater competence and creativity.

In this conversation with Robert Twigger, an author who explores masculinity, he critiques how modern society infantilizes men, making them easier to control. He discusses four essential factors that contribute to feeling manly and shares his personal journey of hiking the Pyrenees and learning martial arts to reclaim his identity. Twigger highlights the need for developing traditional masculine skills and emphasizes that men can revitalize their vitality through engaging physical activities, encouraging a return to true manhood.

Robert Twigger, author of "Being a Man in the Lousy Modern World," discusses the modern challenges of masculinity that he believes have intensified since Emerson’s time. He highlights how society infantilizes men, making them easier to control. Twigger shares his insights on four essential factors for manhood and personal anecdotes from his hikes in the Pyrenees and martial arts training as ways to cultivate masculinity. He emphasizes the need for men to take action against societal pressures, urging a rediscovery of traditional masculine qualities.