Probably more important than any of the physical screenings suggested for men is the examination of the state of men’s hearts; their emotional hearts. The uncertain economy has dealt a blow to men where they are often the most vulnerable. Economic well being is directly tied to male well being through identification between the two. This new climate may be an opportunity for men to change their view of value and gain a powerful foothold in wellness that transcends economic situations.
More often than women, men tend to equate their personal value to their earning power. Former pro football player-turned-coach and inspirational speaker Joe Ehrmann notes that men believe a cultural lie specific to their gender (women believe a different set of lies…). It’s the belief that a man’s value is tied directly to his “economic success, sexual conquest, and athletic ability”. When any of those things are impacted, the consequences affect a man in body, mind, and spirit.
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