Imagine a different kind of summit. Not a conference room defined by flags and hardened positions, but a circle. A space where the weight of the world's most powerful men is momentarily set down, replaced by the simple, ancient weight of being human.

Strip away the titles, the security details, and the nuclear codes. What remains are men with childhood experiences, with fears that keep them awake at night, and with the simple heartaches of loss and relationship strain. Imagine Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Benjamin Netanyahu sitting in a space where they are not debating policy, but sharing the quiet traumas that shaped them.

This is the power of the men's circle: a conversation based on radical authenticity. But let us be truly pragmatic. If our world were a logical place, why are these men still in power? A true pragmatist looks at the evidence: a system that allows racist, conceited criminals and war offenders to govern is a system that has failed. It is time to demand a world where power is held only by those who have the emotional literacy and human decency to sit in the circle.

When a man says 'I want to feel good enough,' what he's really asking is: 'Am I worthy of love, respect, and belonging just as I am?' True liberation lies in stepping out of the measurement game entirely. It's about simply being without labels, without proving, without the constant internal scorecard that says 'not quite there yet.' The invitation isn't to become good enough. It's to stop chasing enoughness entirely and start belonging—to yourself, to others, to life itself.

Many men only confront their emotional well-being after a crisis hits. This article delves into the cultural conditioning and biological factors that lead to emotional avoidance in men, and offers a powerful path toward proactive, courageous inner work. Learn how to break the cycle of waiting for pain and embrace a new definition of masculine strength.

Redefining Masculinity: A Greek Perspective

What does it mean to be a man today? For me, the answer lies somewhere between ancient Greek wisdom and the lived experiences of my father — a man who gave everything to his family, yet never learned to care for himself. Through the lens of Greek words like παλληκάρι (pallikari) and λεβέντης (leventis), we uncover a richer, more soulful version of masculinity — one that honours courage, responsibility, tenderness, and self-awareness.
In a world where outdated ideals have left many men emotionally starved and disconnected, it’s time we redefine what strength truly means. The masculine man of the future is self-loving, emotionally intelligent, and rooted in purpose. This is a call to awaken, to mentor, to lead by example — for our sons, our brothers, and for ourselves.

Breaking the Silence: A Man's Reflection on International Women's Day

International Women's Day is on March 8th, I find myself reflecting on what it truly means to be an ally in the ongoing struggle for women's safety and equality. Too often, we as men respond to discussions about gender-based violence with defensiveness or detachment, failing to recognize how these issues affect the women in our lives every day.

Recent conversations with my daughters and partner have opened my eyes to realities I had previously overlooked—realities that have transformed my understanding of what women navigate daily. What follows is not just an acknowledgment of these challenges, but a commitment to action and accountability.

This International Women's Day, I invite fellow men to join me in moving beyond passive support to become active participants in creating a world where all women feel safe, respected, and heard.

Protection or Punishment?

The proposed ban on social media for under-16s in Australia sparks a pressing question: are we protecting young people, or are we punishing them?

In a conversation with my 19-year-old daughter, she likened it to taking the car away when someone makes a driving mistake, instead of teaching them how to drive better. Are we isolating kids from a world they’ve grown up in — one that offers not just challenges but also knowledge, connection, and opportunity?

Rather than severing access, perhaps the focus should be on promoting kindness, emotional intelligence, and resilience. Are we equipping young people to navigate the digital world responsibly, or are we leaving them without the tools to thrive?

What do you think? Are we truly supporting the next generation with this decision?