Lessons to my son: 1
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Founding Partner, New Reign Capital | Commercial Insurance Private Equity | Author: Smart From the Start | Podcast Host, Strong Like Bull
Escape the Matrix
In a world saturated with noise and manipulation, you must awaken from the societal inflicted slumber of complacency. Lesson number 1 on the path to becoming a man is to escape the matrix that surrounds us and train your eyes to see the facade of society and of Men.
Remain steadfast in your ability to question, to dissect, and to seek the unfiltered truth. Do NOT be a passive consumer of information fed to you by the mainstream river of agenda-filled narrative. Be an active participant in the pursuit of knowledge. Scrutinize trends, the news, the messages that bombard you from every angle. Filter through the noise and let your own judgement guide you towards understanding the world as it truly is.
BUT, knowledge is not enough. A man's journey does not end at recognition. It is only the first step in a more important purpose - an unwavering commitment to self-improvement. Focus on sculpting the best version of yourself. That is the only way for you to make a profound impact on others and the world.
Challenge yourself daily. Get comfortable being uncomfortable. Strive for mental fortitude, physical fitness, and spiritual balance. Embrace the lifelong process of growth and become a beacon of inspiration for others to follow.
Yet, this is not the only measure of a real man. Recognition and personal achievement are only the makings of the mechanism, you, that can be used to uplift and empower those around you. Shift your focus beyond your individual aspirations and extend a helping hand to those in need. In improving the lives of others, you will create a ripple effect that will shape a rewarding world for you and yours to live in.
Embrace the responsibility to be a pillar of support, a source of encouragement, and a catalyst for positive change. Be a guide and mentor for the next generation, as they are the ones that carry on your name and story.
As you break free from the Matrix that surrounds us, forge a path of authenticity, resilience and masculinity. In doing this, you will unlock your true potential and be the leader that the world needs and deserves.
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1 年Excellent post, and idea. There's a lot of wisdom in this first edition. I would add that there's also a ton of wisdom in the book of Proverbs. Even if you're not following Christ, the information in Proverbs can really set a person apart from the crowd. A lot of the forefathers of America followed the wisdom of Proverbs and made it the backbone of our once great nation. I can only hope that the coming generation can turn back towards it's wisdom and restore what was lost.
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1 年Well said ZB.
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1 年Zack, I really liked what you posted here. Thanks for sharing and making me reflect on the Matrix I'm in. ??
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