Where have all the good men gone? Reclaiming purpose in a changing world

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A profound, yet often quiet, cultural crisis is reshaping the very bedrock of our society. It’s a crisis reflected not in financial markets or geopolitical conflicts, but in the internal lives of countless young men who are, for lack of a better term, checking out. They’re disengaging from the traditional expectations of work, responsibility, and […]

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Aim for kids who are less than perfect

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The relentless pursuit of a “perfect child” is a modern parenting trap, an invisible cage built from good intentions and societal pressure. This mindset, pervasive in today’s achievement-driven culture, often masks a deeper and more profound fear: the fear that our child’s inevitable imperfections are a direct, damning reflection of our own shortcomings as parents.

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Being more aware of what we say, and how it affects our kids

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Sometimes we don’t mean to hurt, but we do. In our society, the role of a father is often idealized — sometimes to an impossible degree. We see images of strong, silent types; weekend warriors; or endlessly patient mentors. While many fathers strive to embody these ideals, and indeed, many succeed admirably, the reality is

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