The Manosphere Is Lying to Young Men | Here’s the Truth

Equipping ordinary South Africans to become an active force for good in society and their personal lives.

In this episode of Force For Good, Craig Wilkinson responds to Louis Theroux’s disturbing Netflix documentary ‘Inside the Manosphere’, which highlights the rise of extreme online influencers shaping young men’s views on masculinity. These men sell a toxic version of manhood built on dominance, status and control - but as Craig points out, it is driven by woundedness, insecurity and narcissism. At the centre of the conversation are two critical questions: why are these men the way they are, and what’s driving so many young men to follow and model themselves on this painful parody of masculinity? Unpacking the deeper forces behind this growing influence, Craig points to the widespread absence of father figures and healthy masculine role models, the concerning impact this is having on young men - and why it matters for our future. He challenges distorted ideas of power and offers a clear alternative: masculinity rooted in responsibility, character, and service - strength used for good. “We don’t need men who dominate, and we don’t need men who disappear. We need men who are present, men of character, men who use their strength for good. That’s the path forward. This is the antidote to the manosphere.”

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