Human beings rely on cooperation for practically everything we do as species. And since men are human and not some mythological predator, they need reciprocal relationships in order to flourish and reach their full potenital. Even though we almost never see it at the movies, men are more than capable of the shared vulnerability and mutual support at providing the foundation for healthy partnerships.
The alpha male myth is so dangerous, precisely because it tells me to reject their own sociobiology, to reject their natural needs for connection and community.

Ironically, the discussion of "male loneliness epidemic" that a lot of men talk about, that crisis is an indirect result of the culture they've perpetuated by enforcing this myth.

‘Cause I got madness in my arms, but you’re my lucky charm.

Venting: When you’re venting, you share your frustrations with someone you trust to reduce your stress. You’re intentional about what you share and aware that you’re venting.
Trauma dumping: With trauma dumping, you overshare difficult or intimate personal information without the other person’s consent or during inappropriate times. You don’t consider how your words impact the listener, and you’re not open to advice or solutions.
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• Even if you don't typically thrive on a strict schedule, having a routine can be helpful in times of unpredictability, uncertainty, and stress.
• Implementing a structure to your day can give you a sense of control. It can also improve your focus, organization, and productivity.
• Having a routine is about more than just your day-to-day responsibilities and your work—don't forget to make time for self-care.
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You're not alone. Talk to safe people you trust, keep the bare minimum routines of your life, control your share of news and don't read them constantly. May the odds be ever in your favor. Stay safe.

A year from now we'll all be gone, All our friends will move away
And they're goin' to better places, But our friends will be gone away

Nothin' is as it has been, And I miss your face like hell
And I guess it's just as well, But I miss your face like hell

If we're dating, I want to be your second priority.
I want your first priority to be you, your ambitions, your life and your future, because my priority right now, is me and mine.
Finding happiness and security alone, is crucial to finding it together.

«[به اشتباه] شغل را مثل غذا تصور می‌کنیم، فکر می‌کنیم وقتی می‌دانیم به سادگی چه غذایی را دوست داریم، می‌دانیم چه شغلی را هم دوست داریم. یا ساده است که یک گوشه بنشینیم و فکر کنیم چه شغلی مورد علاقه‌ی من است.»

هر علاقه یک قسمت مزخرف دارد.

ما میانگینی از اطرافیانیم، اطرافیانی که لزوما حضور فیزیکی ندارند. (+)

به زندگی بدونِ مشکل اعتقاد نداشته باش، سعی کن زندگیت پر از مشکلات خوب باشد. در مورد سوال‌ها هم باید سعی کرد زندگی پر از سوال‌های خوب باشد.

The anterior midcingulate cortex (aMCC), a region within the brain's frontal lobe, is crucial for motivation, decision-making, and emotional regulation. It acts as a "control center" influencing our responses to discomfort and plays a key role in building resilience and willpower. The aMCC is involved in various functions, including attention, motor control, and limbic processes.

The Anterior Mid-Cingulate Cortex (aMCC) gets better by engaging in challenging and uncomfortable activities. This area of the brain is like a muscle; it strengthens when it's used to overcome resistance and tackle difficult tasks.

But collective thinking is usually short-lived. We're fickle, stupid beings with poor memories and a great gift for self-destruction.