Rites of Passage

For millennia, boys have transitioned into manhood around the age of 18, with this transition, they were expected to contribute responsibly to their family and tribe. This transition was traditionally marked by rites of passage, such as the Maasai custom of young men killing a lion to demonstrate their skill, bravery, and value to the group. Imagine the skill and preparation required to accomplish such a feat, and the sense of accomplishment and belonging once you proved yourself worthy.

In contrast, modern society often stifles the maturation of young men. The concept of "toxic masculinity" and "participation trophies" has led to the discouragement of inherent masculine traits rather than their cultivation, and the celebration of mediocrity. Our culture lacks the guidance of wise elders/exemplars of the pillars of male virtues, honed and wetted with years of experience. Instead we idolize the vapid Kim Kardashians and Taylor Swifts of the world and wonder what went wrong with society. "We are a generation of men raised by women." Where have our hero's gone? The legends that inspired generations of men to become legends. Achilles and Ajax have vanished into oblivion, with nothing but a distant echo of their godlike prowess emanating from the memory holes. The heroic ideal which has guided men since we began forming into tribes, has been replaced with DEI and transgenderism initiatives. We would rather transition young men into females than initiate them into manhood.

This shift has led to a decline in the warrior spirit and the rise of the beta male cuck or the Tim Walz' of the word. To address this, we must reevaluate what is important to us as men and for our future generations. We need to recognize that masculinity is a strength, not a weakness, and vehemently resist societal pressures that may suggest otherwise. It is time for us to wake up. I hear the sound of the distant drum. Rent-a-tent-tent, rent-a-tent-tent. Do you?

The revival of traditional masculine values and the warrior mentality in young men is crucial. We should aim to foster fierce and formidable adversaries, respected by allies and feared by enemies, rather than promoting a culture that glorifies castrates it's sons.

In today's world, few rites of passage remain for young men. Many struggle to find their place, often wandering about, cast aside and rejected by society. They have no purpose, no values, no direction. That being said, there is still a few places left to us to turn to. The military, in particular, special operations units like the Army Rangers, Green Berets, and Navy SEALs, stand as one of the last bastions of traditional masculinity and the heroic ideal. These organizations offer young men the opportunity to prove themselves as warriors through rigorous tests and initiations.

For example, the process of becoming a fully initiated Army Ranger involves passing the Ranger Assessment and Selection, completing Ranger School within 12 months of receiving the beret, and finishing a first deployment. This grueling two-year process serves as a modern rite of passage, with only the most determined individuals succeeding and earning their place in this tribe of American warriors. There are no participation trophies here. If you don't make the cut, you are not admitted to the tribe.

By recognizing and promoting such challenging paths to manhood, we can help revive the warrior spirit and produce a new generation of Sigma Chads instead of Beta Brads. The rite of passage is an important initiation ceremony for young men in our society, giving them a tangible measure of themselves as men.