🧠 The one thing strong men aren’t afraid to do

Hey, friend. No one knows the countless battles you fought alone to find so much peace within yourself. Give yourself credit. Your strength comes from your perseverance.

Let’s get into it. Here are three mindsets to help you find your strength.

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- Case Kenny (@case.kenny)

1. The one thing strong men aren’t afraid to do

Listen to today’s podcast where I talk about the defining attribute of strong men. There are too many man and woman simply following a script of what a “real man” is and the result is fake strength, bottled up emotions, and dishonest actions. No more. Listen to this episode as I talk about:

• Real strength vs. fake strength

• What does it mean to “be a man?”

• The mask of masculinity

Listen here.

2. Why do we love “being busy?”

“Busyness serves as a kind of existential reassurance, a hedge against emptiness; obviously your life cannot possibly be silly or trivial or meaningless if you are so busy, completely booked, in demand every hour of the day.” (@oliverburkeman)

Busyness is a distraction. Make it your goal in 2024 to simplify your life in order to open you up to MORE life. Don’t waste your time on being busy just to be busy - invest in what matters to you. Finding peace and solitude in a world where “busy” is a badge of honor is a superpower.

3. Are you an “old soul?”

For an old soul, time is too precious to waste on forced compatibility or misplaced energy. An old soul goes beyond surface level. They dive deep and want to know “What really matters in life?”

I love that you’re an old soul.

You possess an emotional intuition you can’t always explain. It transcends logic. You’re attuned to energies around you, deeply self-aware, and quick to notice when something feels amiss. Your favorite word is “why.”

You seek depth in a shallow world. You cherish authenticity over popularity, depth over appearance, and the journey of your soul over the race of the “supposed to be.”.

The result? Sometimes you find yourself standing alone, not out of isolation, but out of a choice to not drift with the current. You don’t waste time forcing anything or investing energy where it doesn't belong.

- You crave meaningful connections and experiences.

- You’re not afraid to think, act, dress, or be different. You sometimes laugh at the ridiculousness of trends or what's "popular.”

- You prioritize your spiritual health, your inner world, and your sense of centeredness. 

- You spend a lot of time contemplating the "big picture" of life.

Honoring your old soul is a rebellious act. And even though you might sometimes doubt yourself because everyone else seems to accept things more easily, overthink less, and find their “path” sooner… it’s worth it.

It’s worth it because you refuse to settle. You see beyond the surface of life and people, recognizing the beauty and complexity that exists beneath. This depth may set you apart, but it also brings a richness to your life that is incomparable.

Are you an old soul?

My name is Case. I believe in the power of perspective.

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