Bite-sized book reviews
Bite-sized book reviews
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Psychology
I’m not sure we need another straight white man telling everyone “how to be a man” right now (lol). But Scott Galloway might actually be one of the better people to try.
Galloway, also known as Prof G, doesn’t pull punches and shares lessons he’s picked up through his own life. He’s honest about both the moments that make him look good and the ones that absolutely don’t. At times he can come across as a bit self-absorbed, but he also seems aware of that, which makes it easier to take his reflections seriously.
Galloway leans into many of the positive traits often associated with masculinity, things like responsibility, discipline, protecting and providing for others, and taking ownership of your life. At the same time, he also makes space for the softer side of masculinity: affection, connection, humility, presence, and showing up for the people who matter.
None of the ideas here are especially groundbreaking, but they land well in Galloway’s voice. The book reminded me a lot of my recent read of Of Boys and Men. That book looks more at the structural challenges facing men today, while this one approaches the topic through Galloway’s personal experiences and reflections.
Overall, I thought it was a worthwhile read. There are ideas here that men could benefit from, and honestly parents raising boys probably would too.
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