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Why I’m Worried About Men
Even when they’re successful, they’re not happy
For men today, desks and suits are marks of success. The farther away from manual labor or dirt the men are, the more successful they are.
I’m starting to worry about the men I’ve met in the last few years. Many seem to be unhappy despite being successful.
Let me show you what I mean.
I Need a Doctor
Another student sits in my office today. The chairs in my office have a 400-pound capacity for big guys like him.
This big-bearded big guy came by to ask about an assignment. They always use that pretext, but it’s never about that.
This guy talks about how he studies a lot but gets mediocre grades. When he’s honest, he hates what he’s studying. He just hates it all. He’s so confused. He’s so stressed. He’s unhappy, but he doesn’t understand why. He has no idea what to do or where to start. He’s stuck. He’s lost.
He stops talking. Giant tears gush down his face.
I don’t keep delicate Kleenex in my office. I keep rolls of thick paper towels. The towels are scratchy on your face when you wipe snot away, but I personally like the scratchiness.
