Our culture talks a good game about getting rid of toxic masculinity and how we must reform men to end rape culture but isn’t really invested in doing positive things for men or portraying them in a positive light. Cameron Cowan explains.
Sacred Archetypes of Modern Masculinity: The King, Sovereign of Desire
I sit on the throne and people gather ‘round, but first I must rule the desires of my heart.
Sacred Archetypes of Modern Masculinity: The Healer
Allow yourself to heal, grieve, emote, release, and even cry. You cannot heal the wound you do not acknowledge.
Sacred Archetypes of Modern Masculinity: The Sacrificed One
I am not merely the sacrificial act but a symbol of the very real discipline it takes to do the necessary sacrificing; to stay in place so others may benefit.
Sacred Archetypes of Modern Masculinity: The Guide
Trust me to lead you to a successful path. It will not always be an easy path, but it will feed your soul. ________ Archetypes are recurrent symbols that offer spiritual advice to men and women as we travel the journey of life. This is the ninth in a 12-part series, in which this ancient wisdom is made relevant…
Sacred Archetypes of Modern Masculinity: The Magician
I can make you wholly new, but it will require ingredients and sacrifice. Are you willing to become new?
Sacred Archetypes of Modern Masculinity: The Trickster
In all things, take amusement and laugh because it may not matter tomorrow, and you will be the wise fool.
The Male Face of a Mental Breakdown
I had been manning up and powering through things for years. I thought I could live the rest of my life without having to actually face the horror of the past. I was foolish.
Sacred Archetypes of Modern Masculinity: The Craftsman
The Craftsman asks us to craft our lives with careful attention to detail and not merely float through them.
Sacred Archetypes of Modern Masculinity: The Divine Child
The Divine Child rejects the cold, stiff version of masculinity that leaves no room for play, emotion, or innocence.
Sacred Archetypes for Modern Masculinity: The Destroyer
Within great destruction, a chance for renewal is possible as long as it is properly fostered.
Sacred Archetypes of Modern Masculinity: The Green Man
That which is within the planet is within you.
Sacred Archetypes for Modern Masculinity: The Warrior
My body is strong, my mind is sound, my soul is fierce, yet quiet. I am slow to anger and swift to action. I am just, and I countenance no evil.
Sacred Archetypes for Modern Masculinity: The Lover
The Lover is the experience of intimacy with another human being who can hurt us at a very deep level.