RMP 218 - Extend KINSHIP To Every Man with Philip Folsom

"Your life is evidence of your efficacy" As a long time men's work practitioner, Anthropologist, Culture Development expert, and entrepreneur, Philip Folsom holds rare, potent insights into what makes an initiated man. Philip's deep appreciation and studies into masculinity from the mythopoetic lens has given him ultra clear methodology for men to follow. Listen in for his sobering takes, including how to find perspective in the Hero's Journey, why ownership is the mark of an upstanding man, and how community is central to the initiatory experience.   Highlights: [03:30] Why men are defined by what they do and the ownership they take. [07:45] How young men can remind themselves that the hero's journey is LONG and WINDING. [14:42] Is patriarchy inherently bad? How Philip's studies of anthropology informed his views. [20:22] Are humans naturally war-like? Is there a solution? [23:39] What are rites of passage and initiation? What's the importance? [27:30] How an understanding of short term pleasure vs long term impact is everything in manhood. [31:52] Why there is no initiation without community. [37:31] How sacrificing short term convenience for service shows leadership. [41:23] Why healing must precede initiation. [45:52] What is spiritual bypass and how do men abuse this? [50:45] Why there's no avoiding discomfort.   Connect with Philip Folsom: K4 Men's Group || Guiding principles informed by traditional, mythopoetic authors and leaders. Wolftribe || Philip's leadership and coaching platform Instagram || @k4menswork Rising Man Links: NEW OFFERING - The Brotherhood || The most inclusive, actionable, and helpful container for men on this planet! Instagram || @risingmanmovement DOJO || A 4 day, carefully crafted sequence of rigorous exercises that will challenge the limits of your mental, physical, and emotional fortitude. Men's Circle || Are you ready to join other men JUST LIKE YOU who have found a way to RISE ABOVE life's challenges and create a life of purpose and fulfillment? Join our online FIRE CIRCLE!  Online Course || IGNITE is a 12 week online program designed to ignite your purpose and propel you into freedom. Features weekly calls, online modules, growth assignments, and community support!  Initiation || Compass is a 4 day 4 night Vision Fast in the wilderness, with preparation and incorporation calls in the months before and after.  YouTube || The Rising Man Movement Website || RisingMan.org