
There is a growing anxiety crisis among young men today. Many psychologists point to a lack of competence as a root cause. Confidence comes from knowing you can handle the world around you. Unfortunately, a generational gap has formed in the transfer of practical skills. Many fathers stopped teaching “old school” self-reliance traits to their sons. This wasn’t malicious; often, technology made these skills seem obsolete. However, the loss of these skills has left men feeling helpless in the face of minor challenges.