Keith Martin-Smith and Jason Lange explore the challenges and ongoing evolution
of masculinity. Watch as they delve into topics such as the impact of societal norms on men’s behavior, the importance of emotional intelligence, and the journey from traditional to more integrated forms of masculinity, bringing a wealth of insights to help men navigate their roles and identities in a rapidly changing social landscape. Aren’t men doing just fine these days? On top of most industries, running most businesses, and outearning their female counterparts, among other privileges? A small percentage of men are indeed doing very well, financially at least, but overall men are actually the worst they’ve been in a generation. Men have three times the suicide rate of women, die younger (and that gap is growing, currently 7 years), are more prone to cause and suffer from catastrophic violence, are graduating at far lower rates from both high school and college, and are suffering from a generational “failure to launch” into careers, parenthood, and homeownership. Even those men who are doing well financially are often struggling with depression or rage, alcoholism, or just being shut down emotionally. And their marriages and their children suffer. What is wrong with men today? And what can be done to help them find a healthy expression of their deepest masculinity? Join author and men’s work guide Keith Martin-Smith and his longtime friend, Jason Lange, a men’s embodiment coach, group facilitator, and evolutionary guide. Jason helps men drop in and wake up to deeper clarity in their life’s purpose and relationships, and believes every man should be in a men’s group for the growth and support opportunities they provide. Text by Keith Martin-Smith
Images and maps by Corey deVos