Why are so many young men today struggling to find motivation, failing to launch, and feeling disconnected from adulthood?

In this episode, Joshua dives deep into the groundbreaking research of Leonard Sax, MD, PhD, and his book Boys Adrift. He explores the five factors driving the growing epidemic of unmotivated boys and underachieving young men—and more importantly, what we as parents can do to fix it.

In this episode, Joshua discusses:

The "Failure to Launch" Phenomenon: Why the transition to adulthood is getting harder for the modern male.

The 5 Factors: A breakdown of how changes in education, video games, medications, environmental toxins, and the lack of male role models are impacting our sons.

Reclaiming Masculinity: How to foster a sense of purpose, responsibility, and drive in boys.

Practical Parenting Tips: Actionable steps you can take today to help your son build the resilience he needs to thrive.

If you’ve noticed your son spending more time in virtual worlds than the real one, or if you're worried about his lack of ambition, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about how to raise boys who are excited to become men.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction: The Crisis Facing Boys

04:15 - Factor 1: Changes in Schooling & Education

10:30 - Factor 2: The Impact of Video Games

16:45 - Factor 3: ADHD Medications & Over-prescription

22:10 - Factor 4: Environmental Toxins

28:30 - Factor 5: The Loss of Positive Male Mentorship

34:00 - Solutions: How to Help Your Son Find Purpose

38:15 - Closing Thoughts

Resources Mentioned:

Boys Adrift by Leonard Sax, MD, PhD

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