The Double Edge Sword Of Emotional Stoicism For Men.

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The Double Edge Sword of Emotional Stoicism For Men. 

You're a guy, a dude, a graduate student, an intern in a law office, a parent, a high school coach, an electrical apprentice, career military man, what does it mean for a man to be emotionally stoic? Do you think everyone listed above might have a different definition of what being emotionally stoic means for them, as a man? My guess is, most men aren’t really thinking about what being emotionally stoic means for them. I believe any time a man hears the word emotions, they default to connecting it with being a pussy. You’re not a man if you share your feelings. Don’t ever share your feelings, it’s a sign of weakness and everyone will see and know that you aren’t strong and dependable. 

I’m here to tell you that centuries ago and multiple generations before my time a false narrative has been passed down to boys from their father that being emotional is a sign of weakness, it’s actually the opposite. It takes more effort and courage to make a personal inventory of any resentments or harms that you’ve done to other family members, your spouse, your children, business partners, relatives, past girlfriends, I could go on and on. I’m sure most men will disagree with me and that’s fine. Some men might  ignore this entire video all together because even listening to topics like this is annoying and a waste of time. It may be for you and if it is, good for you. I would say you’re one of the lucky ones who has figured out a way to more connected with your emotions and feelings. 

Being emotionally stoic is a double edged sword for sure. One side of the swords reminds you not to share your feelings and the other side of the sword reminds you NOT to ask for help. Asking for help might even be harder for some men because they are admitting out loud they can’t figure out this problem. At least when you’re emotionally stoic, you can stuff it all inside your body so no one can actually see it. You’re a pussy for talking about your emotions and your even a bigger pussy admitting defeat and throwing in the White Flag of defeat. Damned it we do, damned if we don’t. 

You tell me, does this sound like a welcoming mental space to lay your head down at night? Have you ever experienced what it would feel like to have no thoughts running through your head for even a short period of time? Soundness of mind sounds like a record album someone  came up with in the late 60’s. 
I’m here to tell you one simple thing, if I can take stock of my emotions and share my darkest secrets with a trustworthy friend or mentor, then anyone can do it. ANYONE. That includes you, the only requirement is to jump in with both feet and admit you can’t sustain all the pressure and stress you’ve loaded up on top of you over the decades of your existence. More to come for sure. I’ll see ya in there. 

Keep smiling, 
R-

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