Category: Masculinity
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How Dad Culture Shapes Our Views on Fatherhood and Masculinity
Admittedly, the impetus for this post comes from an Atlantic article that was behind a paywall that I couldn’t read, but here I am riffing on Dad Culture . . . Have you ever thought about the way we talk about Dad Culture – Dad Jokes, Dad Bods, Dad Rock, Dad Core? Lots of fun…
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Self Worth, Self Confidence and the Difference
In trying to understand where and how I can continue to improve, I’ve been exploring the concepts of self-worth and self-confidence. While often used interchangeably, these traits play distinct roles in our personal and professional lives. Self-worth is the deep-seated belief in one’s inherent value and worthiness, regardless of external validation or achievements. It forms…
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Leading Bird Leadership
In Edgar Villanueve’s book Decolonizing Wealth, he tells the story of how he got his Indian name, Leading Bird, and the significance it implies. He was to be a leader to his people, but what’s more interesting and more important is how a leading bird accomplishes this. In the migratory formation, each bird positions itself…
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How Black History and Culture Redefine Masculinity for Men of Color
As a man of color, my experience with masculinity transcends the rigid, often damaging, definitions imposed by our society. A lot of my identity is shaped by the rich tapestry of Black history and culture, offering a framework of resilience, vulnerability, and self-expression that challenges traditional notions of manhood. I was reflecting on this after…
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The Importance of Cultivating Fun in Men’s Lives
supposed to keep our heads down, work hard, provide for ourselves and our families, have a steak and a beer as a reward, then go to bed so we’re ready to do it all again the next day. Not a bad life, really, but in that script for serious manhood it’s decidedly lacking in any…
Zimri Diaz 