We are first and foremost MEN!
We are first and foremost MEN!
Friday, April 6, 2012
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Philosophy
The posts on this blog are the principals of FellowMen. Each principal is described deliberately in broad terms. The principals together render the complete picture.
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Masculinity
Embrace masculinity and push back against feminism. We are first and foremost MEN and will not apologize for it. Neither misandry nor misogyny should be tolerated.
Excellence
Strive for excellence and exceptionalism. A man improves himself constantly through learning and training. One should be the best one can be.
Community
Be a part of the group and reach out to your fellow men. Participate and encourage. Also, be aware of the global community and be an effective part of it.
Discretion
A man doesn't have to share everything he knows, especially about others. "What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas". Commentary on the lives and actions of others is not productive and jeopardizes trust.
Mind & Body
Walk like a man and talk like a man. Challenging and improving the body and mind develops a manly character. Masculinity takes practice. Work out. Learn.
Intimacy
Intimacy has various levels. Humans crave intimacy in all of its forms and men are no different. Men desire connection with other men but Western culture has discouraged it. It's okay. Connecting mentally, spiritually, and/or physically is not shameful and does not define one's manhood. FellowMen does not distinguish between gay, straight, or bi-sexual. We are first and foremost MEN.
Reverence
Respect what is sacred to others. One doesn't have to agree, but one doesn't have to demean or belittle. Irreverance of traditionally sacred beliefs, symbols, ideas, or institutions is petty and beneath us. However, there appears to be an attempt among some groups to "sacredize" and feminize unity among men by attaching various sorts of touchy-feely, wishy-washy, nonsensical methodology to the natural camaraderie of men. FellowMen is not about some sort of New Age emergence of metrosexuality.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Links and Resources
These links and resources do not necessarily support the views or represent the idea of FellowMen but may be useful in exploring manhood, masculinity, and camaraderie. FellowMen is not an organization, club, or location. It is a philosophy. If you are interested in events, groups, or companies that identify with FellowMen, look for the mention of FellowMen or direct interested individuals to this blog to see how their values and goals align. For more information, contact the blog writers: fellowmen.project@gmail.com .
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