Young men are struggling, and the usual answers seem to be pulling them in opposite directions.
In this CBC The National report called “Young men are struggling. Can Canada fix the problem? “, we hear about rising anxiety, depression, gambling addiction, loneliness, and boys waiting more than a year just to be matched with a male mentor. One side says men need to open up more. The manosphere says they need to toughen up. I think both are missing something deeper. In this reaction, I look at why so many men are carrying their struggles alone, the crisis of male mentorship, the pressure to provide, and one surprisingly powerful moment when a firefighter hears another man tell him, “I’m proud of you.” Men need responsibility. But we also need fathers, brothers, mentors, purpose, and people willing to help carry the weight. If you’re trying to become a stronger man without becoming bitter about the world around you, subscribe to **The Better Story** for conversations about faith, masculinity, marriage, fatherhood, and becoming the man God calls you to be. If you’re struggling, tell someone.
